Students return for first day of class in Montgomery Public Schools
Montgomery Public Schools has something new as students were welcomed back to start the new school year.
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Brick Convention takes over downtown Montgomery for the weekend
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WAKA) - From towering castle replicas to battle fields that look straight out of a movie scene, the Renaissance Montgomery Convention Center was packed with thousands of LEGO bricks…
CAMPAIGN 2026: Special primaries Tuesday in some Alabama U.S. House districts
Voters in four of Alabama's congressional districts will be deciding nominees for the U.S. House of Representatives in special primaries.
Life of Montgomery restaurant owner Gail Royal remembered
You have the chance to help remember the life of longtime Montgomery restaurant owner Gail Royal, just by purchasing a meal at a special event at her Gail's Down the Street Cafe.
Bobby Singleton elected as Alabama Democratic Party chairman
State Sen. Bobby Singleton (D-Greensboro) has been elected as the new chairman of the Alabama Democratic Party.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Juvenile charged with capital murder in Montgomery fatal shooting
Montgomery police have charged a juvenile male with capital murder in a fatal shooting that happened last month.
Popular Montgomery restaurant owner dies at 74
Gail Royal, the longtime owner of Gail's Down the Street Cafe on Zelda Road in Montgomery, has died at 74.
Students at St. James School return to class
Students at St. James School in Montgomery have now returned to class to start the new school year.
New Journeys store opens at the Shoppes at EastChase
The Journeys footwear chain has opened a new store at the Shoppes at EastChase in Montgomery.
A lot of fun events coming to Garrett Coliseum
There are a lot of exciting events coming to Montgomery's Garrett Coliseum.
Plenty of things to do at Montgomery Whitewater
The summer might be winding down, but there's plenty still happening at Montgomery Whitewater.
Healthy Connections to host annual health and wellness expo
Healthy Connections is hosting its 21st Annual Relay for Health & Wellness on Saturday, August 8 at 8:00 a.m. at Freewill Missionary Baptist Church on Hill Street in Montgomery.
Fugitive from Arizona caught in Elmore County
A fugitive from Arizona has been captured in Elmore County.
Man shot on Carmichael Road in Montgomery
A man has been injured in a shooting on Carmichael Road in Montgomery.
What's Happening: August 7-9
It's the final weekend before school starts for many students, who can celebrate with back-to-school events and even with lots of Legos!
Montgomery Public Schools holds convocation to prepare for new school year
Montgomery Public Schools has held its 2026 convocation to prepare for the new school year.
Pike Road students start what will be a historic school year
Students in Pike Road Schools have returned to class for what will be a historic school year for the system.
Southern Poverty Law Center launches campaign to mark anniversary of Voting Rights Act
The Montgomery-based Southern Poverty Law Center is marking the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act by launching a new campaign to get people to the polls.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: State office building now bears the name of Gov. Kay Ivey
A prominent state government building in downtown Montgomery now bears the name of Gov. Kay Ivey.
Montgomery police investigating air conditioner, copper wiring thefts
Montgomery police have confirmed to Action 8 News that they are investigating a series of thefts involving air conditioners and copper wiring.
Solar, battery facility approved for Bullock, Macon counties
A huge solar power facility will be coming to Bullock and Macon counties in the coming years.
Montgomery Public Schools stressing school zone safety as students return to class
Students in Montgomery Public Schools are preparing to return to class, which means drivers must be watching out for them in school zones.
Mayor, City Council Honor Montgomery’s World Champion 8U All-Stars
A huge honor for a Montgomery baseball team. After winning a World Series championship, the AUM Traditional 8U All-Stars are being recognized by city leaders.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Fourth person sentenced in robbery of Montgomery businessman Jim Massey
The fourth and final person has now received federal punishment for the violent robbery of well-known Montgomery businessman Jim Massey, which left him injured.
Montgomery Public Schools to hold resource fair for students facing critical hardships
Montgomery Public Schools will be holding a resource fair for students who are often forgotten.
