Montgomery City Council to crack down on unsanctioned parties at rental properties
The Montgomery City Council is addressing the problem of unsanctioned parties at short-term rental properties.
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ACTION 8 UPDATE: Missing Elmore County teen found safe
Sheriff Bill Franklin tells Action 8 News that 13-year-old Liam Hathcock was found safe about a mile from his home.
Montgomery Hyundai plant workers raise thousands for Heart of Alabama Food Bank
Workers at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama are presenting a big check to the Heart of Alabama Food Bank.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Second suspect charged in fatal shooting in Montgomery
Montgomery police have now charged a second suspect in the fatal shooting of a man from earlier this month.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Montgomery police make arrest in April homicide
Montgomery police say they have charged a suspect in an April homicide case.
Woman shot near Woodmere Boulevard in Montgomery
A woman has been shot near Woodmere Boulevard in Montgomery.
Leaders cut ribbon on Columbus Square Phase III apartments
The Montgomery Housing Authority joined city and county leaders for a ribbon cutting and grand opening at the Columbus Square Phase III apartments Tuesday.
Old Paterson Elementary School site cleared for new health center
The City of Montgomery has demolished the former Paterson Elementary School to make way for a new health center.
Jackson Hospital's Closure Could Drive Away International Doctors
International physicians at Jackson Hospital say a closure could create a ripple effect for healthcare in Montgomery for years to come.
Prattville police seek suspect in organized retail theft investigation
The Prattville Police Department needs your help identifying a male suspect in an organized retail theft investigation that has already led to the arrests of two other people.
Off-duty Montgomery firefighter saves man's life at YMCA
The Montgomery Fire/Rescue Department is recognizing Lt. Demetrius Gilmore for his quick thinking and lifesaving actions while at the Bell Road YMCA.
The Equal Justice Initiative to celebrate Juneteenth with a jazz concert
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WAKA) - Juneteenth is this week, and a non-profit in Montgomery is celebrating with a jazz concert. The Equal Justice Initiative is hosting a jazz concert on June 19 at…
Montgomery police make homicide arrest
Montgomery police have announced an arrest in a recent homicide.
Attorney General Steve Marshall announces crackdown on "gas station heroin"
Attorney General Steve Marshall and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency have announced a crackdown on illegal kratom products that are sometimes called "gas station heroin."
Vacation Bible School students spend time helping at Heart of Alabama Food Bank
Vacation Bible School students spent time helping others at the Heart of Alabama Food Bank in Montgomery.
Alabama Republican Party dismisses residency challenge to Tommy Tuberville's bid for governor
The Alabama Republican Party says U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville will remain the party’s gubernatorial nominee, rejecting a claim that he had not lived in the state long enough to run for governor.
Fallen tree causes temporary road closure in Montgomery County
A fallen tree in Montgomery County led to a temporary road closure.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: New details released in Montgomery County police chase
Alabama State Troopers have released more details about a police chase that began on Interstate 65 in Montgomery County.
Prattville man killed in pickup truck crash in Macon County
A Prattville man has been killed after crashing the pickup truck he was driving in Macon County.
Alabama seeks to execute man convicted of killing two people in Dallas County by lethal injection after court ruled against nitrogen method
The State of Alabama is asking permission to execute a man by lethal injection after court rulings blocked the use of nitrogen gas and cast doubt on the future of the state’s gas method.
Two people arrested after police chase in Montgomery County
Two people have been arrested after a police chase in southwest Montgomery County.
Saving Lives Before the Emergency: Former ER Doctors Launch Practice Focused on Prevention
A pair of former emergency room physicians say the future of medicine is finding disease earlier and tailoring treatment to each patient.
What's Happening: June 12-14
Yes, it's going to be hot this weekend, but there are still plenty of events to enjoy, including some ways to cool off!
U.S. Supreme Court blocks Alabama execution; Gov. Kay Ivey responds
The U.S. Supreme Court has blocked Alabama's use of nitrogen hypoxia to execute a death row inmate who was convicted of killing two people in Dallas County.
ONLY ON 8: Montgomery doctor warns pregnant mothers, babies may suffer if Jackson Hospital closes
OB-GYN Dr. LaToya Clark said Jackson Hospital offers services for pregnant women that are not available elsewhere in the area and could be lost if the hospital closes.
