Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed, police chief angered over mass shooting suspect's release on bond
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed and Police Chief James Graboys are expressing anger over the release of one of the four mass shooting suspects on bond.
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Montgomery curfew ordinance under discussion
A committee met this morning to discuss a citywide curfew in the wake of the mass shooting that happened downtown on October 4.
Montgomery Personnel Board Questions Mayor Reed’s Plan to Hire Convicted Felon, Postpones Salary Vote
“Starting a convicted felon at $120,960 not only sends the wrong message to the city,” said board member Seale. “It sends the wrong message to all the first responders and garbage collectors who’ve been asking for raises."
Montgomery pedestrian killed in hit-and-run
Montgomery police are investigating after a pedestrian was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver.
Hundreds enjoy ZooBrews and Food Festival at the Montgomery Zoo
There was a festive atmosphere at the Montgomery Zoo as families enjoyed the ZooBrews and Food Festival.
COVER Expo provides resources to Montgomery families
Dozens of people went to the COVER Expo in the Chisholm neighborhood of Montgomery to find out about community resources and meet a young man who turned his life around.
Prattville YMCA hosts annual Great Grits Cookoff and Festival
It's always one of the tastiest Saturdays in the fall -- The Great Grits Cookoff and Festival is back for its 12th year in Prattville.
Montgomery Mayor Requests Salary Approval to Hire Ex-Fraud Convict as City's Director of Small Business Development
Donald Watkins Jr. was convicted of one count of wire fraud and one count of conspiracy in 2019.
Hundreds Join ‘No Kings’ Protest in Downtown Montgomery
"No Kings" protesters met in front of Riverfront Park on Commerce Street before marching to the Court Square fountain.
Bama Lanes Marks 65 Years of Strikes, Spares and Community Spirit
Dozens of people came out to join the celebration at Bama Lanes, taking part in tournaments and enjoying snacks and prizes.
City of Montgomery's chief of staff resigns
The City of Montgomery has announced that Chief of Staff Jerime Reid has resigned from his position.
Junior League of Montgomery kicks off Christmas season with 37th annual Holiday Market
One of the first events of the Christmas season each year is the Junior League of Montgomery's Holiday Market, designed to get people in the spirit as they celebrate the upcoming holidays.
Montgomery police make fourth arrest in mass shooting
Montgomery police have announced a fourth arrest in the mass shooting that happened downtown earlier this month.
Dave's Hot Chicken national restaurant chain opens location in Montgomery
The national chicken restaurant chain "Dave's Hot Chicken" has opened at EastChase in Montgomery.
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office hosts annual Night Out event for community
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office Foundation has hosted its annual "Montgomery Night Out" to bring the community together with law enforcement officers and other agencies.
Lowe's presents $740,000 grant to J.F. Ingram State Technical College
The Lowe's Foundation is giving J.F. Ingram State Technical College in Deatsville a big boost — a $740,000 grant.
U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville speaks at Montgomery Chamber of Commerce event
U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville was the guest speaker at the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce's "Washington Brief," where he talked about the ongoing federal government shutdown.
What's Happening: October 17-19
You can be whisked away for a thrilling mystery ride aboard the Orient Express. But that's not all that's happening in the River Region this weekend!
Montgomery police make third arrest in mass shooting
Montgomery police have announced that a third person has been arrested in the mass shooting downtown that left two people dead and a dozen others injured, some critically.
Pike Road playgrounds now have inclusive features
All three of Pike Road Schools' playgrounds are now equipped with communication boards and inclusive swings to make sure that all children have fun and can communicate, regardless of their abilities.
Pedestrian hit, injured in Montgomery
A pedestrian has been hit by a vehicle and seriously injured in Montgomery.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed explains why he vetoed resolution to help Jackson Hospital
Action 8 News has received a statement from the Office of Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed to explain why he vetoed a city council resolution offering support for Jackson Hospital.
State leaders unveil Alabama Department of Workforce
Former state senator Greg Reed has been tapped to lead the department. He says the goal is to grow the state's workforce by providing faster and easier access to job training and job seeking services.
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed vetoes city council resolution to help Jackson Hospital
Action 8 News has confirmed that Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed has vetoed a city council resolution aimed at helping Jackson Hospital keep its doors open as it struggles through bankruptcy.
