What's Happening: March 22-24
Concerts, monster trucks and an Easter egg hunt are just a few events happening this weekend in the River Region!
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ACTION 8 UPDATE: Ivey signs bill barring diversity, equity and inclusion programs
Gov. Kay Ivey has signed legislation to ban diversity, equity and inclusion programs at public schools, universities and state agencies and prohibit the teaching of “divisive concepts” including that someone should feel guilty because of their race or gender.
Alabama launches new crime victim notification system
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has announced a new tool to help victims of crime and their families.
Pike Road Intermediate School holds golf tournament to raise money for library renovations
It is the school's biggest fundraiser of the year where students play a big role in organizing and putting the event together.
Alabama lawmakers approve absentee ballot, anti-diversity, equity and inclusion bills
Governor Kay Ivey signed the absentee ballot bill into law Wednesday morning.
Alabama launches hay relief effort for Texas
The Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries is launching an effort to provide hay for Texas cattle producers who have suffered losses due to wildfires in the Texas panhandle.
Opening date set for the new EJI Freedom Monument Sculpture Park
Officials with the Equal Justice Initiative tell Action 8 News that the sculpture park will open on Wednesday, March 27.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Juvenile charged with arson in house fire that injured 2 people
The fire happened around 5:19 a.m. in the 2800 block of Willena Avenue.
SLE Rodeo wraps up a fun weekend in Montgomery
Cowgirls and cowboys from across the nation have been competing since Friday for cash and prizes in various roping and riding events at the SLE Rodeo.
Barn catches fire on the grounds of Garrett Coliseum
Montgomery Fire Rescue discovered a large barn with bales of hay burning inside it.
1 dead, 3 injured in Saturday night shooting
Officers and fire medics were called around 11:45 p.m. to the 3700 block of Woodley Road in reference to a person shot.
MPD: Woman injured in Saturday shooting
The shooting occurred in the area of Whiting Avenue at Ridgecrest Street.
Spring season underway at Montgomery Whitewater
The festivities got underway Saturday morning with rafting and paddling.
Governor Kay Ivey hosts annual Magic Moments Easter Egg Roll
Children had the opportunity to hunt for eggs on the grounds on the mansion, while spending time with some of their favorite Disney characters and, of course, the Easter Bunny.
Hundreds attend Zoo Weekend at Montgomery Zoo
Sunday's Zoo Weekend festivities were canceled due to overnight rain, but the zoo will remain open for visitors.
Zoo Weekend festivities at the Montgomery Zoo canceled due to rain
The regular zoo operations will remain open for the day.
What's Happening: March 15-17
It's a full weekend of SLE Rodeo action at Garrett Coliseum, Zoo Weekend at the Montgomery Zoo and the start of the season at Montgomery Whitewater!
2024 SLE Rodeo now underway in Montgomery
The 2024 SLE Rodeo runs from March 15-17 at Garrett Coliseum in Montgomery.
Students at Autauga County Schools celebrate International Day
International Day allowed the students to visit up to 38 countries in one day.
New details released regarding multi-million dollar grant for Selma to Montgomery Historic Trail
It is the largest competitive federal grant ever presented to the city.
Man dead after Thursday evening shooting in Montgomery
Montgomery Police say a man was shot and killed on Thursday.
Montgomery Whitewater kicks off the Spring season this weekend
This season will feature various events, including concerts, local, national and international competitions (including the US Olympic Team trials) and family-friendly festival-style events.
SLE Rodeo Week kicks off with Miracle Rodeo
The annual private event is for people who are having to deal with long term illness, disabilities and/or other challenges.
MGM launches new platform to search for deals, flights from home airport
The Montgomery Regional Airport has partnered with FlyMyAirportTM to allow passengers to book flights directly from their home airport.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Search canceled for missing Montgomery woman
29-year-old Breanna Shelton was last seen on March 12 around 10:00 a.m. in the area of Ardmore Drive.
