Man shot on Carmichael Road in Montgomery
A man has been injured in a shooting on Carmichael Road in Montgomery.
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Guns & drugs seized during raid at a house in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma is a little safer tonight -- after an anonymous tip helps the Dallas County Sheriff's Office take several illegal firearms off the street. Three…
Residents in Troy mobile home park dealing with sewage problems
A formal complaint submitted to ADEM determined that the city of Troy is not responsible for the sewer issue as the sewer lines in question fall on private property.Â
Fugitive from Arizona caught in Elmore County
A fugitive from Arizona has been captured in Elmore County.
Montgomery police investigating air conditioner, copper wiring thefts
Montgomery police have confirmed to Action 8 News that they are investigating a series of thefts involving air conditioners and copper wiring.
Pike Road students start what will be a historic school year
Students in Pike Road Schools have returned to class for what will be a historic school year for the system.
A lot of fun events coming to Garrett Coliseum
There are a lot of exciting events coming to Montgomery's Garrett Coliseum.Â
New traumatic brain injury center opens in Opelika
The state's second Traumatic Brain Injury Center has opened in Opelika, designed especially for veterans and other military personnel.
Man arrested in connection with July 4th shooting in Brundidge
Brundidge police chief Ulane Jamison confirmed to Action 8 that 35-year-old Laquan Bryant of Troy was arrested Friday morning.
What the Tech App of the Day: Speechify
Speechify is a text-to-speech app that turns written content into audio using surprisingly natural-sounding voices. Instead of staring at a screen, you can listen while driving, walking, or doing something else.
Selma activists say voting rights protection wiped out by SCOTUS
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The U.S. Supreme Court has now struck down two key provisions of the act -- and people in Selma are speaking out. "It's not just being changed or…
MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUGSHOTS 07/16/26-07/31/26
Check out the Montgomery County Mugshots from 07/16/26 – 07/31/26. All are innocent until proven guilty. Click here for more from WAKA.
What's Happening: August 7-9
It's the final weekend before school starts for many students, who can celebrate with back-to-school events and even with lots of Legos!
U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures helps sponsor bill to broaden health care coverage
U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures (D-Alabama) has announced that he is a lead co-sponsor for a bill to expand health care coverage to millions of Americans who are uninsured.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Fourth person sentenced in robbery of Montgomery businessman Jim Massey
The fourth and final person has now received federal punishment for the violent robbery of well-known Montgomery businessman Jim Massey, which left him injured.
Montgomery Public Schools to hold resource fair for students facing critical hardships
Montgomery Public Schools will be holding a resource fair for students who are often forgotten.
Woman killed in SUV crash in Autauga County
A woman has been killed after crashing an SUV in Autauga County.
Selma Mayor Johnny Moss, III plans to reorganize city government
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Big changes could soon be on the way to city government in Selma in the coming weeks. Mayor Johnny Moss says he's spent the time since taking office…
Two-A-Days High School Football Previews: Indians look to bring back a winning tradition to the city of Wetumpka
The Indians look ahead to their 2026-27 season and are hopeful to improve off of their 6-5 season from a year ago.
Plenty of things to do at Montgomery Whitewater
The summer might be winding down, but there's plenty still happening at Montgomery Whitewater.Â
Two-A-Days High School Football Previews: Lions look to leave it all on the field in 2026
In year two under head coach Bobby Carr, the Prattville Lions look to leave it all on the field during the 2026 season.
Southern Poverty Law Center launches campaign to mark anniversary of Voting Rights Act
The Montgomery-based Southern Poverty Law Center is marking the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act by launching a new campaign to get people to the polls.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: State office building now bears the name of Gov. Kay Ivey
A prominent state government building in downtown Montgomery now bears the name of Gov. Kay Ivey.
Montgomery Public Schools holds convocation to prepare for new school year
Montgomery Public Schools has held its 2026 convocation to prepare for the new school year.
Man convicted of raping, strangling five-year-old girl in Phenix City set for execution in August
An Alabama death row inmate is closer to his execution date next month.
