Civil Rights pioneer Claudette Colvin dies at 86
Montgomery Civil Rights pioneer Claudette Colvin has died at 86.
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Montgomery man charged with trying to choke victim
According to court records, the victim is under the age of 18.
Opening date set for Big Mike's Steakhouse in Millbrook
The City of Millbrook says Big Mike's Steakhouse will open its doors to the public on Wednesday, January 14.
Upcoming Hoop With Heart showcase combines high-stakes high school basketball with a vital health message
The Hoop With Heart Basketball showcase will take place Saturday, January 17 at The Montgomery Academy.
Man arrested in Montgomery double shooting
It happened around 9:00 p.m. Friday in the 4100 block of Rosa L. Parks Avenue.
Alabama lawmakers prepare for the start of the 2026 legislative session
The 2026 session of the Alabama Legislature is about to start, with Governor Kay Ivey preparing to present her annual State of the State Address.
19 Alabama counties declared federal disaster areas due to drought
U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has declared 19 Alabama counties as primary natural disaster areas due to recent drought, allowing those affected to get help.
ICE protest and vigil held in Montgomery
Protests and vigils have popped up across the nation after video was released of a federal ICE agent shooting and killing a woman protester inside her car in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Kappa Alpha Psi alumni hold career fair to help young men plan their future
Dozens of young men from across the River Region have learned how to provide a better future for themselves.
Salvation Army of Montgomery looks ahead following 2025 holiday donation season
The Salvation Army of Montgomery wants to thank everyone for their donations during the Christmas season, while offering a reminder that it has needs all year long.
‘Do It for Drek’: Montgomery Cardinals Finish Perfect Season After Coach’s Shooting
“I was shot seven times on the football field,” Goodwyn said. “A lot of these kids witnessed that.”
Former longtime Saint James School football coach Jimmy Perry passes away
Perry, who retired from Saint James in 2023, led the school to its first state championship in school history in 2022.
Search underway for missing boater in Autauga County
The search is underway for a missing boater in Autauga County.
Two people injured in shooting on Rosa Parks Avenue in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting on Rosa Parks Avenue that left two people injured, one seriously. Montgomery police Cpl. James Dozier told Action 8 News that at about 9PM…
House catches fire on Charles Street in Montgomery
Montgomery firefighters have battled a house fire in the 4600 block of Charles Street. District Fire Chief K.R. Peoples said the fire was reported at about 9:41AM yesterday. People says upon arrival, crews observed moderate smoke coming from the single-story…
Montgomery firefighters battle house fire on Carriage Oaks Drive
Montgomery firefighters have battled a house fire in the 3700 block of Carriage Oaks Drive. District Fire Chief K.R. Peoples says the fire was reported around 4:06PM yesterday. When firefighters arrived, heavy smoke was coming from the home. The fire…
First of three Piggly Wiggly Food For Less stores set to open in former Winn-Dixie locations
The first of three local Piggly Wiggly Food For Less stores is preparing to open in Wetumpka, taking the place of Winn-Dixie, which is exiting Alabama.
Man injured in downtown Montgomery shooting
It happened around 10:25 p.m. Thursday in the 600 block of Madison Avenue.
Troy man arrested after police pursuit in Millbrook, Prattville
Millbrook police say a Troy man has been arrested after a pursuit that started over taillights that weren't working.
Award-winning actress Octavia Spencer visits Montgomery elementary school
Students at Highland Avenue Elementary School in Montgomery got a surprise visit from Montgomery native and Hollywood star Octavia Spencer.
Man convicted of 2015 fatal road-rage shooting in Montgomery
A Montgomery County man has been convicted of a 2015 fatal shooting tied to a road-rage incident.
State awards grants to help domestic violence victims in our area
The State of Alabama is awarding more than $1.5 million in federal grants to local agencies to help victims of domestic violence and to prosecute suspects.
Millbrook police issue scam alert
Millbrook police want you to be aware of an ongoing scam so that you can keep from becoming a victim.
Man shot on Madison Avenue in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting in downtown that left a man injured.
