WATCH: Meta to build $800 million data center in Montgomery
Meta has announced it will build an $800 million data center in Montgomery.
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ACTION 8 UPDATE: Juvenile robbery suspect's crime spree extended from Montgomery County to Wilcox County
A juvenile robbery suspect's crime spree included two car thefts in Montgomery County and shooting an assault rifle into a home in Wilcox County, according to investigators.
Alabama Senate to consider ban on LGBTQ+ pride flags in classrooms
A Senate committee has approved a bill that would ban teachers from displaying LGBTQ+ pride flags on public school property and extend the state’s ban on teacher-led discussions about sexual orientation and gender identity.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Gambling compromise bill in Alabama Senate after passing House
The Alabama Senate has delayed a decision on the gambling bill after an initial vote showed it was one short of the required 21 needed to win approval.
Pay It Forward: Ella Dorsey of Millbrook
Ella Dorsey has spent many years caring for the sick and visiting people in the nursing home, whether it's praying for them or bringing them gift baskets.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Conference committee proposes compromise on Alabama gambling bill
A proposed compromise on an Alabama gambling bill has been reached, but still has to be approved by the full legislature in order for voters to have the final say.
Montgomery police launch homicide investigation after man's shooting death
Montgomery police have launched a homicide investigation following a man's shooting death earlier this month.
Contraband arrest made at Elmore Correctional Facility
The Alabama Department of Corrections says it has made a contraband arrest at the Elmore Correctional Facility.
Millbrook woman says home was shot into 11 times with family members inside
A Millbrook woman says her home was shot into at least 11 times on Sunday.
Montgomery teen held up at gunpoint and car stolen at a gas station
What started out as a quick trip to the gas station to grab sodas for his dad and brothers turned into a life-changing moment for the Montgomery teenager
Gunshots cause damage to cars, businesses in Montgomery
Shots that were fired near Atlanta Highway in Montgomery have caused damage to cars and businesses.
Montgomery police searching for two women in robbery investigation
Montgomery police are investigating a strong-armed robbery case and need your help identifying the suspects.
Montgomery police searching for robbery suspects
Montgomery police need your help finding two women suspected of third-degree robbery.
Touch A Truck fundraiser is a big hit with local children
Police cars, fire engines, and other law enforcement vehicles were on site for the third annual "Touch a Truck" fundraiser at SweetCreek Farm Market
Dragon Boat races return to Montgomery's Riverfront
The Montgomery Dragon Boat Festival made a triumphant return to Montgomery's Riverfront for the first time since 2018
Funeral arrangements announced for beloved co-owner of Chris' Famous Hotdogs
Chris' Famous Hotdogs co-owner Theo Katechis served everyone from U.S. presidents and movie stars to those in need, and he treated everyone he met like a friend.
One man shot, another injured in weekend shooting in downtown Montgomery
Another violent weekend in Montgomery, as one man was shot and another man injured during an incident downtown on Saturday.
Action 8 golf tournament raises money to help fight hunger
All of the money raised benefitted the Heart of Alabama Food Bank.
Valiant Cross Academy holds Breakfast with the Scholars fundraiser
All of the money raised is being used toward the purchase of a new HVAC system before the new academy year begins in August.
Tennessee woman dies in Lowndes County crash
The single-vehicle crash happened on Thursday around 1:50 p.m. on I-65 near the 153 mile marker, approximately two miles north of Letohatchee.
ADOC correctional security guard arrested for receiving payment from inmate
Officials say Tyree Lynette Hoyle was a correctional security guard at Kilby Correction Facilty.
What’s Happening: April 26-28
The River Region offers everything this weekend from dragon boat races, mudbugs, music and more.
Georgia woman dies in Macon County crash
The accident happened around 5:30 a.m. on I-85 near the 34 mile marker, approximately two miles north of Franklin.
Theo Katechis, part owner of Chris' Hotdogs, has died
Theo co-owned the restaurant with his son, Gus Katechis, at the time of his passing.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Reward offered in shooting on Atlanta Highway that paralyzed a woman now up to $15,000
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