Man shot and killed on Zelda Road Wednesday morning
Montgomery Police say a man was shot and killed on Zelda Road just after 1am Wednesday morning.
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Alabama death row inmate says he opposes being "test subject" for new nitrogen execution method
Lawyers for an Alabama inmate are asking judges to deny the state’s request to carry out his death sentence using nitrogen hypoxia.
Cost of building super-size prison in Elmore County rises to more than $1 billion
The cost of a new Alabama super-size prison now under construction rose Tuesday to more than $1 billion, complicating the state's plans to build two of the facilities.
Montgomery Police Department relieves officer of duty
The Montgomery Police Department says it has started disciplinary proceedings against an officer.
Court appointee proposes Alabama congressional districts to provide representation to Black voters
A court-appointed special master has submitted three proposals for new congressional districts in Alabama as federal judges oversee the drawing of new lines to provide greater representation for Black voters.
U.S. Supreme Court allows Alabama's congressional map to be redrawn
The U.S. Supreme Court will allow the drawing of a new Alabama congressional map with greater representation for Black voters to proceed.
District Four Runoff Election Just One Week Away
Montgomery's district four is facing a runoff election in just one week. To determine who will be West Montgomery's next city council representative.
Arrest made in deadly Labor Day motel shooting
Court records say Thomas fatally shot Conville multiple times with a 9mm pistol.
Cyclist in Prattville accident dies from injuries
Details are limited, but Prattville Police Chief Mark Thompson tells Action 8 News that the cyclist passed away from their injuries received in the accident that happened on September 10.
Alabama State University football player suspended after incident at Florida A&M
ASU statement: We do not condone the actions of the student-athlete, nor are the actions representative of the expectations set forth by the athletic department and our university.
1 dead in early morning house fire
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Writer Ta-Nehisi Coates awarded the Fitzgerald Prize for Literary Excellence in Montgomery
This is the eighth year the prize has been awarded to a person whose work continues the legacy of American storytelling personified by writer F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Ballet and the Beasts returns to the Montgomery Zoo September 29
The Montgomery Zoo will also be accepting non-perishable and canned food donations for the Heart of Alabama Food Bank.Â
Lane closures to begin on I-85 starting Monday for road project
The auxiliary lane will allow traffic entering the interstate at Exit 11 to travel and exit the interstate at Exit 9 without merging into the flow of traffic.
Alabama Forestry Commission issues statewide fire alert
The Alabama Forestry Commission has issued a statewide fire alert, effective immediately.
What's Happening: September 22-24
Looking to celebrate the start of fall? There's plenty of ways to do it this weekend in the River Region!
UPDATE: Tallassee Police identify murder suspect
Tallassee police have now identified the suspect wanted for murder.
Montgomery Whitewater classes teach kids how to kayak and become kayaking instructors.
The after-school program is a way to get middle school and high school students outside and into the water.
Tuskegee University Announces NFL Stadium Project
The National Football League in partnership with Tuskegee University is taking steps to ensure students have hands-on experience to help gain employment in the NFL.
Man charged with shooting, killing black bear in Elmore County
A man faces state charges that he shot and killed a black bear in Elmore County.
16-year-old shot and killed in Montgomery
Montgomery police have launched a homicide investigation following a 16-year-old's shooting death.
Tallassee police investigating fatal shooting
Tallassee police are investigating a fatal shooting and are seeking the public's help.
Man, woman injured in Montgomery shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a man and a woman injured.
I-Team Cold Case: 2014 murder of Rahulkumar Patel
Patel was shot and killed as he worked his shift at Troy Highway Package Store.
EPA Investigates Alabama Coal Ash Toxin Dangers
The EPA is cracking down on the harmful effects that coal ash may be rendering to Alabama communities-- The agency promising earlier this year to regulate coal ash facilities that are found in violation of the law.
