The U.S. is close to reaching a deal with Iran that would end the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and see Iran give up its stockpile of highly enriched uranium.
The National Weather Service office in Birmingham has confirmed that two tornadoes touched down in Marengo County in storms on Friday, May 22.
A person who approached a White House security checkpoint and began firing at officers has died, according to federal officials.
President Trump says a deal with Iran on the war, including opening the Strait of Hormuz, has been “largely negotiated” after calls with Israel and other allies in the region.
An Opelika man has been killed in a single-vehicle crash in Elmore County.
Kyle Busch's family has released a statement saying how the two-time NASCAR Cup champion died.
Action 8 News has learned new details about a shooting outside the Burger King on Ann Street.
The City of Millbrook has held its Memorial Day Observance Ceremony in advance of the federal holiday.
Montgomery police are investigating a single-vehicle crash that left one person dead.
Alabama voters passed two constitutional amendments during Tuesday's primary election that impact district attorneys offices across the state.
Daily rounds of showers and t-storms are likely through the holiday period.
In this week's "Behind the Biscuits" feature, Sports Director Lindsey Bonner sits down with a member of the pitching staff, Garrett Edwards.
Montgomery Police Chief James Graboys has released updated crime statistics at his monthly media briefing.
Qualifying has ended for the candidates running in the August 11 special primaries for four seats in the U.S. House.
The Cyber Intelligence Academy is a specialized program geared towards 9th and 10th grade students who want to pursue careers in Cybersecurity & Infrastructure, Law Enforcement Services and Business Information Technology.
Montgomery police say a pedestrian has died after being struck by a vehicle in the area of Eastern Boulevard and Troy Highway.
NASCAR driver Kyle Busch experienced shortness of breath, felt he was overheating and was coughing up blood the day before his death, according to a 911 call.
A man has been convicted on federal robbery and firearm charges following an armed crime spree in Montgomery.
Lockheed Martin has broken ground on its new Munitions Production Center in Pike County, which will nearly double the space for its missile defense operations.
With the start of Memorial Day weekend, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is launching its annual “101 Days of Summer Safety” campaign, that will last through Labor Day.
A risk for mainly brief tornadoes continues Friday afternoon, mainly west of I-65. The storm prediction center places a MARGINAL (level 1/5) severe risk generally along and west of I-65.
Loyd Jenkins becomes the eighth Executive Director in the airport's history.
Whether it’s a TV setting, a soundbar, or wireless hearing aids, there are now more ways than ever to make TV dialogue easier to hear.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma-Dallas County Chamber of Commerce hosted a workshop Thursday -- to help people in the area start and grow their own small business. Communities Unlimited -- was…
The 13-year-old boy who was pulled from a community center pool by the Montgomery Fire/Rescue Department has died.
It won't rain all the time but there will be periods of heavy rain, lightning, and gusty winds.
Gov. Kay Ivey, legendary country music superstar Randy Owen and other dignitaries helped present the America 250 Alabama Celebration at the Capitol.
You have several events to enjoy this Memorial Day weekend as you take time to remember those who gave their lives for our country.
Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch has died at 41 after being hospitalized with a severe illness.
A jury in Pike County only needed 15 minutes before convicting a man of murder.
The missing child alert for 15-year-old Kindyll Dianne Barber has been canceled.
Montgomery police are investigating a fatal accident involving a pedestrian.
A divided U.S. Supreme Court has dismissed Alabama's appeal to allow the state to execute a convicted murderer who was found by lower courts to be intellectually disabled.
A student from Butler County has won the 14th annual Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association Big Gobbler Photo Contest, with two other area youths taking second and third place.
West Alabama may be the most likely location for rain Thursday afternoon and evening. Elsewhere, the sky remains partly to mostly cloudy for the rest of the day, with high temperatures in the mid to upper 80s.
A woman has been killed in a crash involving two SUVs and a tractor-trailer truck on Interstate 65 in Lowndes County.
Police say they were dispatched to a local hospital around 1:53 A.M. in reference to a person shot.
Most people do not need an antivirus app on their phone. But that doesn't mean smartphones are perfectly safe.
Current Montgomery Academy Middle School Volleyball Coach, Jada Coleman, has been promoted to Head High School Volleyball Coach.
Carver High School has officially named Montgomery native, Bianca Jackson, as the next head coach of the program. Jackson has spent time playing collegiately at the Division I level, and also brings with her college coaching experience as well.
Temps will continue to reach the upper 80s to lower 90s for highs.
Montgomery County Sheriff Derrick Cunningham joins several Alabama mayors in expressing thanks that voters have approved an expansion of Aniah's Law.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The winner of the democrat primary in the Dallas County Sheriff's race has a chance to make history in the general election. Dewayne Sanders defeated Willie Calhoun to win…
The Republican Primary of the Autauga County Sheriff's race is headed for a runoff. Incumbent Sheriff Mark Harrell faced off against three challengers in the race. On Tuesday, Autauga County voters cut that field…
Gov. Kay Ivey is honoring six Alabama companies for their international impact with the Governor’s Trade Excellence Awards.
Covington County sheriff's deputies are investigating a shooting that involved two men.
The Montgomery Regional Airport is hosting its 3rd Annual MGM Runway 5K on Saturday, May 30 at 7:30 a.m.
The former Ben Moore hotel in Montgomery is on the list of historic places that are currently in danger of not surviving.
Qualifying is underway for the August 11 special primaries in four Alabama U.S. House districts.
Rain coverage increases through the afternoon, with showers and storms lingering Wednesday evening before ultimately fading away Wednesday night. Wednesday night remains partly to mostly cloudy, warm and humid, with lows in the upper 60s to low 70s.
Steve Marshall has conceded in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate, with unofficial results showing him placing third.
Here is a list of the races that are heading to a June 16 runoff after the May 19 primaries.
The TV itself may finally be disappearing into the room instead of becoming the center of it.
We're told Robert Moncrief goes out of way to help anyone in need, whether he is on duty or off.
Incumbent Mark Harrell and challenger Ty Thompson are headed for a runoff in the Autauga County Sheriff's race
This is the victory speech of Tommy Tuberville after he won the Republican nomination for Alabama governor last night.
This is the victory speech from Doug Jones after winning the Democratic nomination for Alabama governor.
Around 5:29 p.m. Tuesday, Jeremiah Gamble's body was located near the Honeycomb Campground area.
Here are the latest Alabama state and local election results from Action 8 News:
Temps in the upper 80s to lower 90s with showers or t-storms each afternoon.
The Montgomery Symphony Orchestra is having its annual Jubilee Pops concert at 7:00 p.m. on the lawn of the Alabama Department of Archives and History.
The Austin 1st Foundation held its 4th Annual Aces Fore Austin Charity Golf Tournament at Robert Trent Jones Grand National in Opelika.
Tuesday looks like another hot and humid May day here in central and south Alabama. However, unlike Monday, the chance for rain remains near zero. Expect a partly to mostly sunny sky with high temperatures near 90°.
Scattered thundershowers are expected on Wednesday and Thursday
Alabama's statewide offices, including Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, and Ag Commission are on the ballot, as well as local races and constitutional amendments.
Thanks to AI tools and copied website templates, scammers can create professional looking fake websites in just minutes.
The Alabama Primaries are Tuesday, May 19. Here is everything you need to know before you head to the polls.
The Covington County Sheriff's Office says a man faces several charges after a chase that went through three South Alabama counties.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- One man is dead and two others are hurt following a series of shootings in Selma over the weekend. Police say three unrelated shootings happened at three different locations…
ZooBrews and Food Festival will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. at the zoo and the Mann Wildlife Museum, located at 2301 Coliseum Parkway in Montgomery.
We expect several days of 90 degree heat this week.
Rain chances are less than twenty percent for each location
Alabama voters will choose nominees Tuesday as planned for the 3rd, 4th and 5th Congressional Districts, as well as for U.S. Senate and a full slate of state and local offices.
BeReal is a social media app built around a pretty radical idea for the internet: stop trying so hard to look perfect.
Two U.S. Navy EA18-G Growlers have collided during an air show in Idaho, but thankfully, all four crew members ejected safely.
Crunch Fitness will soon be coming to EastChase in Montgomery.
The single-vehicle crash happened around 3:00 p.m. Saturday on Alabama 219 near the 12 mile marker.
These incidents are just three of five separate incidents that have occurred since Friday evening.
It happened around 7:10 p.m. Saturday in the area of Garden Street and Don Juan Court. That location is just off Lower Wetumpka Road.
An Alexander City man has been killed in a pickup truck crash in Tallapoosa County.
Alabama's newly redrawn congressional map has sparked outrage among Alabamians, and thousands of people came to the capital city to voice their opposition Saturday.
Troy University has announced that Randy Keck is out as the coach of the women's golf program.
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that has left two people dead.
Local, state and federal law enforcement officials are prepared for a voting rights rally that is scheduled to take place in downtown Montgomery.
The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs is holding an online auction of surplus state property.
Action 8 Political Analyst Steve Flowers has insight into the Alabama secretary of state race.
We expect a few spots to reach 90 degrees early next week.
A Detroit businessman who recently bought Selma business is looking for a site in Selma to manufacture the company's products.
Check out the Montgomery County Mugshots from 05/01/26 – 05/15/26. All are innocent until proven guilty. Click here for more from WAKA.
Students attending the NEXTGEN STEM camp will learn how drones operate and explore how artificial intelligence is shaping the future.
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is celebrating the summer season with their Splash Bash at several YMCA branches!
In this week's "Behind the Biscuits," Sports Director Lindsey Bonner sits down with outfielder Mac Horvath.
A Wilcox County man faces several charges after police say he attacked his ex-girlfriend in Marion.
Friday morning started on a cool note across central and south Alabama, with low temperatures in the mid to upper 40s. Montgomery fell to 47°, which set a new record low temperature for May 15th.
You may have seen more people riding bicycles on your way to work. It's all part of National Bike Month.
This season will feature seven productions that will offer comedy, award-winning drama, family-friendly musical entertainment, new works and Shakespeare's sweetest romance.
Dannelly Field dropped to 47 degrees, breaking the city's old record low of 48 for May 15th
The program, which is funded through the American Rescue Plan Act, provides $2.5 million for small businesses.
