What’s Happening: April 26-28
The River Region offers everything this weekend from dragon boat races, mudbugs, music and more.Â
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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.Â
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.Â
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Reward offered in shooting on Atlanta Highway that paralyzed a woman now up to $15,000
If you have any information, please immediately call the Montgomery Police or CrimeStoppers using their 24-hour tip line at 334-215-STOP (7867).
Governor Kay Ivey appoints Ben Baxley as Elmore County District Judge
Baxley plans to begin serving on May 17, 2024.
Valiant Cross Academy to host 5th Annual Breakfast with the Scholars Fundraiser
It will take place on Thursday, April 25 at 7:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at Prevail Union on Dexter Avenue.
Update: The road has been cleared. Crash blocks I-85 Northbound in Macon Co.
I-85 at mile marker 36 is blocked due to a serious accident.
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed named president of African American Mayors Association
The Mayor's Office tells Action 8 News that Reed will be sworn into office on Friday.Â
Huge turnout at this year's River Region Disability Expo
The free event aims to connect individuals and families of all ages looking for disability resources with 84 providers across the city.
Alabama lawmakers advance expansion of 'Don't Say Gay' and ban Pride flags at schools
The state House of Representatives voted 74-25 for the bill on Tuesday.
Alabama lawmakers advance bill to ensure Biden is on the state's ballot
The legislation approved Tuesday mirrors accommodations made four years ago for then-President Donald Trump.
Alabama lawmakers OK bill blocking state incentives to companies that voluntarily recognize unions
The bill now returns to the Alabama Senate where senators will decide whether to go along with House changes to the bill.
"Driving Out Hunger" golf tournament hits the links Thursday
The tournament gets underway on April 25 at Lagoon Park.
Popular Montgomery restaurant to close its doors
Jan's Beach House Grill, located at 850 Eastern Boulevard, will close after the property is set to be sold and torn down.Â
Man injured in weekend shooting on West Fairview Avenue
The shooting happened around 7:32 p.m. Sunday in the 400 block of West Fairview Avenue.
Montgomery's District 7 residents voice concerns at a town hall meeting
It was standing room only as dozens of District 7 residents of all ages came to voice their concerns about various issues in Montgomery
Montgomery man arrested in weekend shooting that injured another man
According to court documents obtained by Action 8 News, Shorts shot another male at close range with an unknown type of handgun shooting him in the back of his left thigh.
Action 8's Political Analyst Steve Flowers talks about gaming bills in the legislature
The two chambers remain apart on whether to allow sports betting and multiple casinos in the state
Montgomery residents in District 7 encouraged to attend Town Hall event on Monday April 22
District 7 Councilman Andrew Szymanski will be hosting his first Town Hall since he was sworn in last November
Reward offered for information about Montgomery State Farmers' Market burglary
Investigators say after the suspect stole from the business, he left the scene in an unknown direction of travel
Former Alabama State University President dies
Former Alabama State University President Dr. William H. Harris has died
Motorcyclist dies after Montgomery wreck
A Montgomery motorcyclist has died of injuries he suffered in a crash earlier this week.
WATCH: Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed speaks on police chief's resignation
Action 8 News provided live, breaking news coverage of a news conference this afternoon as Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed spoke about the resignation of Police Chief Darryl Albert.
Man found dead on Lower Wetumpka Road in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating the death of a man whose body was found on Lower Wetumpka Road.
Woman faces contraband, drug charges at Staton Prison
The Alabama Department of Corrections says it has arrested a woman on various charges at Staton Prison in Elmore County.
