Alabama Shakespeare Festival announces lineup for 2026-2027 season
This season will feature seven productions that will offer comedy, award-winning drama, family-friendly musical entertainment, new works and Shakespeare's sweetest romance.
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New program hopes to invest in Montgomery small businesses
The program, which is funded through the American Rescue Plan Act, provides $2.5 million for small businesses.
1 dead, 1 injured in Montgomery crash
Officers and fire medics were called to a two-vehicle crash around 4:27 p.m. Thursday at the intersection of Ann Street and Interstate 85.
Man injured in Midtown Montgomery shooting
It happened around 8:30 p.m. Thursday in the 2600 block of Zelda Road.
ONLY ON 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers discusses why the attorney general's race has gone so negative
Just about every election year, one Alabama race goes negative, and this year, it's the attorney general's race.
What's Happening: May 15-17
Whether you want to roller skate, buy fresh produce, listen to great music or play tennis, there's something for you this weekend in the River Region!
Action 8's River Region Healthy Living Expo Connects Residents With Wellness Resources
At Action 8’s River Region Healthy Living Expo more than 50 health and wellness organizations and businesses offered resources, screenings and information.
Montgomery-born Clarence Carter, soul singer known for "Patches" and "Strokin," dies at 90
Clarence Carter, the blues and soul musician and singer-songwriter with the raspy, emotional vocals whose hits included the sentimental “Patches” and the salacious “Strokin,’” has died at age 90.
Police searching for suspect in recent downtown Montgomery fatal shooting
It happened around 6:18 p.m. Saturday in the 300 block of North Decatur Street.
Ground is broken for the new Percy Julian High School in Montgomery
Ground has now been broken for the new Percy Julian High School campus in Montgomery.
ONLY ON 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers breaks down lieutenant governor's race
Action 8 Political Analyst Steve Flowers is breaking down the lieutenant governor's race to help you prepare for the May 19 Alabama primaries.
EJI announces 37 winners of 2026 Montgomery Public Schools Legacy Scholarship
The Equal Justice Initiative has announced the high school seniors who are winners of Montgomery Public Schools Legacy Scholarships.
Montgomery firefighters battle house fire on Mulberry Street
Fire officials say no civilians or firefighters were injured in the blaze.
Best-Selling Children’s Author Dan Santat Encourages Creativity During Visit With Montgomery Academy Students
Author Dan Santat was welcomed to The Montgomery Academy with multiple displays of student artwork inspired by his books.
Montgomery police vehicle involved in wreck
A Montgomery police vehicle has been involved in a wreck that has left another driver seriously injured.
PHOTOS: Vandals strike Pratt Park restroom facilities in Prattville
Vandals have damaged the restroom facilities at Pratt Park in Prattville.
ONLY ON 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers shares insight on governor's race
Action 8 Political Analyst Steve Flowers is sharing his insight into Alabama's 2026 governor's race.
Montgomery man killed in Virginia interstate crash
Action 8 News has learned that a Montgomery man has been killed in a wreck on a Virginia interstate.
Gov. Kay Ivey sets special election date for newly-redrawn Congressional districts
Gov. Kay Ivey has set a special election date for the Alabama Congressional districts which have new district lines.
Kiwanis Club of Pike Road awards several student scholarships
The Kiwanis Club of Pike Road is presenting scholarships to several students.
Child flown to Birmingham hospital after shooting in Autauga County
A child has been shot in the face in Autauga County.
U.S. Supreme Court will allow Alabama to change Congressional districts
The U.S. Supreme Court has cleared the way for Alabama to adopt a new Congressional district map ahead of the 2026 elections.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Police release name of victim in shooting on North Decatur Street in Montgomery
Montgomery police have released the name of the man who was shot and killed on North Decatur Street downtown.
ONLY ON 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers discusses what's next after special session
Action 8 Political Analyst Steve Flowers explains what happens next after this year's special session to redraw the state's Congressional district lines.
Montgomery Coca-Cola Bottling Company shows off new cans to honor America's 250th
The Montgomery Coca-Cola Bottling Company is giving us a look at special, limited edition cans that will honor the 250th anniversary of the United States.
