Pike Road Schools band director to march in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
A band director in Pike Road Schools has been chosen to be a part of a marching band of 400 band directors in this year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
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New shelter for the homeless open in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Homelessness is a growing problem in cities across the country. Now there's a new homeless shelter in Selma -- to try and help address the issue there. Members of…
Montgomery man charged in high speed chase
According to court documents obtained by Action 8 News, 20-year-old Carlos Rene Maldonado-Chavez has been charged with attempting to elude, possession of a controlled substance and possession of marijuana.
Man arrested in Lee County homicide
The incident happened around 7:18 p.m. Sunday in the 100 block of Lee Road 685 N., just east of Opelika.
VIDEO: Serious injuries reported after fireworks explosion at Lake Martin
Six people have been injured, some seriously, after a fireworks explosion at Lake Martin.
Veterans honored with parade in Tuskegee
The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System continues its decades-long tradition of holding a Veterans Day Parade on its East Campus in Tuskegee.
Murder investigation underway following Sunday shooting in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma woman is dead following a shooting Sunday night in Selma in the area of Eugene Avenue and F.D. Reese Street. Chief Kenta Fulford says officers dispatched…
Montgomery mayor outlines 2025 crime statistics, progress made in city
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed has outlined crime statistics in the city in 2025 and the overall progress he says the city is making in many areas.
Montgomery restaurant owner speaks at city council in gladiator helmet
The owner of a popular pizza restaurant in Montgomery has appeared before city council to answer questions about tax payments while wearing a gladiator helmet.
Two year old baby killed in early morning shooting in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A murder investigation is underway in Selma after a two-year old baby is killed in an early morning shooting. Police say the child was killed when someone fired…
Behind the Biscuits: TJ Nichols
In this week's "Behind the Biscuits," Sports Director Lindsey Bonner sat down with starting pitcher TJ Nichols to learn more about his journey to and through the minor league.
Former Kilby Prison officer sentenced in contraband case
The Alabama Department of Corrections has announced the sentencing of a former officer for his role in a contraband investigation at Kilby Correctional Facility.
What the Tech: Why is Walmart and other retailers switching to dynamic price tags?
Imagine picking up a bottle of shampoo at Walmart priced at $10.99, while another shopper standing beside you is offered the same bottle for less.
Lowndes Co. man gets life sentence in Dallas Co. double murder
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Lowndes County man pleads guilty -- in a 2018 Dallas County double murder case. Christopher Gordon has been sentenced to life without the possibility of parole --…
Montgomery police investigate body found on Vaughn Road
Montgomery police are investigating after a man was found dead in a vehicle in east Montgomery.
Dallas Co. Sheriff candidates reach out to voters ahead of election
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The mid-term election is only days away -- and the candidates for Dallas County Sheriff are hard at work on the campaign trail -- reaching out to voters.…
Hyundai announces $450 million in investments to Montgomery plant
Hyundai officials joined Alabama Governor Kay Ivey and other leaders on Wednesday an investment of nearly $450 million to expand production.
1 person dead, at least eight others injured in shooting after Magic City Classic in Birmingham
Michael Pickett, chief of the Birmingham Police Department, said he was “very grateful that more people weren’t injured.”
17-year-old arrested in Auburn stabbing
APD says officers responded to the 100 block of West Glenn Avenue on November 1st in reference to a reported stabbing.
Montgomery voters cast their ballots in November midterms
Voters say this years election is very important because of the candidates running for the state's constitutional offices and the amendments on the ballots.
ONLY ON 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers discusses which political party has Alabama voters motivated
Action 8 Political Analyst Steve Flowers discusses whether it's Democratic voters or Republican voters who are more enthused about voting in this year's elections.
What the Tech: How to clean up your email list
Called Manage subscriptions, it brings subscription emails together so you can review the senders and unsubscribe without digging through individual messages.
Another lengthy dry spell begins in most locations today
Cooler air will arrive in time for the weekend
