Report: Jackson Hospital's bond rating lowered after missed interest payment
A report says Jackson Hospital & Clinic's bond rating has been lowered based on a missed interest payment.
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Gov. Ivey asks ADVA Commissioner Kent Davis to resign
Governor Ivey has also removed John Kilpatrick from his position as a member of the State Board of Veterans Affairs.
Free RING cameras and Wi-Fi available for a limited time to help victims of domestic violence
One Place Family Justice Center is giving away free Ring doorbell cameras and wi-fi to try to help victims of domestic violence.
Construction underway on community center in Montgomery
Construction is underway on a new community center in Montgomery.
Montgomery man sentenced to 13 years in prison for armed robbery in Wetumpka
A Montgomery man has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for armed robbery and for firing a gun while committing the crime.Â
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Montgomery restaurant owner shot during argument
A Montgomery restaurant owner is in the hospital recovering from a gunshot wound.Â
Eastdale Mall sets new policies to address shoplifting, guns
Eastdale Mall has set new policies that the new general manager hopes will curb shoplifting and guns inside the mall.
Troy University Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins announces retirement
Troy University Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr., has announced that he will retire next year.
ASF names new artistic director
Quin Gresham will join the Alabama Shakespeare Festival starting November 4.
Labor Day Barbecue is a tradition for Greek Orthodox Church in Montgomery
Since 1948, Montgomery's Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church has brought its flavorful Labor Day Barbecue to people in the Capital City.
WAKA Action 8 News' General Manager retires after 51 years at the station
Vice President and General Manager Mark Smith, the man who helped guide and shape WAKA Action 8 News for the past 51 years, is retiring to begin a new chapter in his life.
Autauga County voters to consider tax increase for schools
Voters in Autauga County will soon decide whether to raise the property tax to help their school system.
Prattville Fire Chief Terry Brown honored as he enters retirement
The Prattville Fire Department held a surprise ceremony at Station 4 to dedicate the station to Fire Chief Terry Brown, who is retiring after 37 years.
Man dies after being shot on Federal Drive in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a man has died after being shot on Federal Drive.
What's Happening: August 30-September 2
You have a lot of ways to enjoy the long Labor Day weekend in the River Region!
DAFITC wrapping up three-day conference in the Capital City
The three-day conference started on August 26 and ends today in downtown Montgomery.
How to talk to your children about a classmate's death
Over the weekend, we had three student deaths in the viewing area.Â
Cramton Bowl adds flashing LED lights and video board
The City of Montgomery poured poured $2 million into Cramton Bowl renovations that include a video board and LED lights.
Prattville City Council member dies
The city of Prattville has announced the death of a city council member.
11 arrested in Montgomery County sex sting operation
Action 8 News brought you a live news conference as Montgomery County Sheriff Derrick Cunningham and other officials announced the arrests of 11 men in a sex sting operation.
U.S. Attorney Jonathan Ross announces resignation
U.S. Attorney for Alabama's Middle District Jonathan Ross has announced his resignation.
Hog Days of Summer BBQ & Music Festival brings crowds to downtown Montgomery
This is the 7th year Hogs Days of Summer has returned to downtown Montgomery.
Tie and Doll collects thousands of pounds of food for hungry school children in Montgomery
6,500 pounds of food was donated during Tie & Doll's Stuff the Truck food drive on Saturday.
What's Happening: August 23-25
If you love barbecue, we have the weekend event for you!
