U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services declares public health emergency after Hurricane Isaias
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has declared a public health emergency in Alabama and Florida in the aftermath of Hurricane Isaias.
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City of Montgomery gets federal grant to preserve historic City of St. Jude hospital
The City of Montgomery has received a $750,000 National Park Service grant through the Historic Preservation Fund’s African American Civil Rights program for rehabilitation and repairs of the historic St. Jude Hospital building.
Johnnie Sankey wins District 3 runoff in close Montgomery City Council race
Johnnie Sankey is poised to take a seat on Montgomery’s City Council after a nail-biter of a runoff. She says listening to residents and cleaning up the district will be among her priorities.
Montgomery police searching for vehicles in murder investigation
Montgomery police need help finding two vehicles which may be connected to a man's murder.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Police release name of man found shot to death in Montgomery
Montgomery police have now released the name of a man found shot to death.
Pink bus tour honors life of woman who died of breast cancer
Action 8 News caught up with a man on a mission -- to honor the memory of his wife who died of breast cancer by going on a tour in a large pink bus.
Heart of Alabama Food Bank helps our Gulf Coast neighbors impacted by Isaias
Volunteers with the food bank packed more than 1,000 emergency food boxes, pallets of bottled water, and additional supplies donated from Birmingham's food bank.
Kids have a blast at the Alabama National Fair during Action 8 Kids Day
Action 8 designated 2 special days for the fair this year with discounted tickets from 9am - 3pm.
Breakfast Stack Challenge winners receive their awards
Not only was this a fun challenge to build interesting art out of breakfast food, 1,00 pounds of breakfast food was collected for the Heart of Alabama Food Bank.
New program helps Montgomery restaurants gear up for holiday rush
The holiday season can bring a busy stretch for local restaurants. A new program is helping Montgomery’s hospitality industry prepare for the rush.
Wetumpka man killed in Elmore County crash
A Wetumpka man has been killed in a single-car crash in Elmore County.
City of Montgomery gets grants to help save historic Ben Moore Hotel
The City of Montgomery has received two grants from the National Park Service for efforts to save the historic Ben Moore Hotel near downtown.
President Trump approves federal disaster aid for Mobile, Baldwin and Escambia counties
President Trump has approved federal disaster assistance for Mobile, Baldwin and Escambia counties and the Poarch Band of Creek Indians in response to Hurricane Isaias.
Hurricane Isaias makes landfall near Destin, Florida
Hurricane Isaias has made landfall near Destin, Florida, as a Category 2 storm with maximum sustained winds of 105MPH.
Alabama Supreme Court dismisses lawsuit challenging Tuberville's Alabama residency
The Alabama Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit over whether Tommy Tuberville is an Alabama resident who is qualified to run for governor.
FEMA trucks in position at Maxwell Air Force Base for hurricane response
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has 150 trailers in place at Maxwell Air Force Base as part of its response to Hurricane Isaias.
Alabama National Fair closes Friday ahead of Hurricane Isaias
The Alabama National Fair is closed Friday because of Hurricane Isaias, but it’s scheduled to reopen Saturday with half-price tickets all day.
A sellout crowd poured into the Renaissance Convention Center in Montgomery for the 2026 Faulkner Benefit Dinner
The 2026 Faulkner Benefit Dinner was another success as the event featured two keynote speakers who were former intelligence directors.
ONLY ON 8: Great Alabama 650 releases statement about race cancellation
As Action 8 News has reported, Alabama Scenic River Trail officials have cancelled this year's Great Alabama 650 river race, which had been underway through the state before Hurricane Isaias formed in the Gulf.
Montgomery County probate judge shares tips for Alabama voters
With Election Day approaching on Nov. 3, Montgomery County Probate Judge J.C. Love is reminding voters what they need to do to make sure their ballots count.
Taste of the Fair offers food, drinks that are available at the Alabama National Fair
Taste of the Fair offers a sneak peek at some of the food and drinks available at this year's Alabama National Fair in Montgomery.
State of Emergency declared in 40 Alabama counties
Gov. Kay Ivey has declared a State of Emergency in 40 Alabama counties in preparation for Isaias.
Montgomery’s Trew the Star releases new song celebrating his Alabama roots
He captured the hearts of the "American Idol" judges. Now, Montgomery native Trew the Star is putting his love for Alabama into a new song.
ACTION 8 WEATHER AUTHORITY: Tracking Isaias
Hurricane Isaias strengthened to a major category 3 hurricane with winds of 120 mph Friday morning 10/9/26. It made landfall as a category 2 storm with winds of 105 mph near Destin, Florida at approximately 8:30PM Friday 10/9/26.
