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Child Protect holds inaugural Charity Court Classic
All of the money raised supports the work of Child Protect, such as forensic interviews, trauma informed counseling and family advocacy.
Town of Pine Level donates money to volunteer fire department
The Town of Pine Level approved the $33,000 contribution to the volunteer firefighters earlier this month.
ASF's "Over the Rainbow" Gala raises money for education programs
The Alabama Shakespeare Festival held its annual fundraiser gala Saturday night at Wynlakes Country Club.
Federal judge rules Alabama Senate district violates Voting Rights Act, orders new map
The ruling said the court will redraw the districts if the state does not do so in time for the 2026 elections.
"Hog Days of Summer" brings barbecue, music to downtown Montgomery
The money raised goes back to non-profits in our area.Â
TJMaxx coming to Wetumpka
City officials say an opening date will be announced once it becomes available.Â
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Victim identified in Montgomery shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left one man dead.
Fire at vacant Montgomery hotel under investigation
Investigators from the Montgomery Fire/Rescue Department are looking into the cause of a fire at a vacant hotel.
Male struck, killed by car in Montgomery
A male has been struck and killed by a car in Montgomery.
College football returns to Montgomery with ESPN FCS Kickoff Classic
College football returns to Montgomery with the ESPN FCS Kickoff Classic.
Elmore County man found guilty in death of his son
Kristopher Matthews will be sentenced by Circuit Judge Amanda Baxley on September 18, 2025.
Montgomery man arrested on charges of firing into police officer's vehicle
Montgomery police have charged 22-year-old Zachery McQueen with attempted murder and firing a gun into an occupied vehicle.
Gov. Kay Ivey proclaims Friday, August 29 as College Colors Day
Gov. Kay Ivey has welcomed college mascots from across the state to the Alabama Capitol as she proclaimed College Colors Day.
Pike Road cuts ribbon on new Center for History Culture and Art
People in Pike Road are celebrating the opening of the town's Center for History, Culture and Art.
Montgomery County District Attorney's Office fully staffed for the first time in two years
Action 8 News Anchor Estee Morrison sat down with Montgomery County District Attorney Azzie Oliver to discuss her first nine months leading the office.
Szymanski raises concerns over Airbnb rentals in Montgomery
Montgomery District 7 City Council member Andrew Szymanski says Airbnb rentals are causing issues for some neighborhoods.
Ice skating to return to Montgomery Whitewater in November
Montgomery Whitewater is bringing back ice skating for a second season.
Children in Montgomery's Cloverdale-Idlewild neighborhood enjoy new playground
The City of Montgomery has installed new playground equipment for children to use in the Cloverdale-Idlewild neighborhood.
8 ON YOUR SIDE: AAA Alabama to give away free steering wheel locks to Hyundai, Kia owners
AAA Alabama will give away free steering wheel locks to owners of some Hyundai and Kia models.
Montgomery home damaged in fire
Montgomery firefighters are investigating a fire that left a home damaged.
Montgomery man sentenced for illegal machine gun possession
A Montgomery man has been sentenced to federal prison for having an illegal machine gun.
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed presents budget proposal to city council
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed has presented his fiscal 2026 budget proposal to city council.
Figures Hosts Town Hall in Montgomery, Addresses Health Care, Industry and Infrastructure
Figures said 52 rural hospitals remain open across the state, and 22 face an immediate threat of shutting down.
Montgomery Public Schools hopes to bring retired teachers back into the classrooms
Montgomery Public Schools has hosted a fair to invite retired educators to return to the classroom.
