Alabama Senate considering bill to put restrictions on police chases
A public hearing has been held on an Alabama Senate bill that would restrict police chases in the hopes of preventing deadly wrecks.
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ALEA special agent shot in Montgomery
Action 8 News was on the scene in west Montgomery where an ALEA special agent was shot Wednesday evening.
Wetumpka’s Mardi Gras Festival Promises Fun for the Whole Family
The Mardi Gras Festival is taking over downtown Wetumpka this Saturday, February 14.
Montgomery man arrested on domestic violence charges
CrimeStoppers says a tip has led to the arrest of a Montgomery man wanted on domestic violence charges.
Man charged in multiple robberies in Montgomery
The incidents took place between January 26 and February 10.
Mayor Steven Reed delivers his State of the City Address
Mayor of Montgomery, Steven Reed, lays out his administration's accomplishments, and his vision for the future in his State of the City Address.
Montgomery man receives golden ticket on American Idol
25-year-old singer Trew the Star appeared on the hit show Monday night.Â
Montgomery City Council Nears Final Draft of Short-Term Rental Rules, Asks for Public Feedback
Officials are trying to decide how close rentals should be allowed to operate near each other — especially in residential and historic districts.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Ivry Hall pleads guilty to killing fellow Alabama State student Adam Dowdell
Ivry Hall has pleaded guilty to shooting and killing fellow Alabama State University student Adam Dowdell in 2020.
State of Alabama issuing new, chip-enabled EBT cards
The Alabama Department of Human Resources is issuing new, chip-enabled EBT cards to cardholders to use for government food benefits.
Alabama State Sales Tax Holiday Weekend: February 20-22
You have the chance to buy items to prepare for severe weather while saving money on sales taxes.
Montgomery Biscuits holding virtual job fair to prepare for baseball season
The Montgomery Biscuits are holding a virtual job fair as the team looks to fill many positions at Riverwalk Stadium before the start of baseball season.
Mardi Gras Celebration to take place Saturday in Prattville
The annual Mardi Gras Celebration will take place Saturday, February 14 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.Â
The world premiere of "A Time for Jubilee" at the Davis Theatre
Hundreds showed up to Davis Theatre to see the world premiere of "A Time for Jubilee."
Montgomery Symphony to Premiere Freedom-Inspired Work at Davis Theatre on February 9
Masterworks III: A Time for Jubilee by Nkeiru Okoye is a new MSO-commissioned work honoring the spirit of resilience and freedom.
1 injured in crash on I-85 in Montgomery County
The two-vehicle crash involving a tractor-trailer transporting lumber happened around 7:33 a.m. near the 11 mile marker.
The Montgomery Art Guild hosts their Members' Show Sunday
The Montgomery Art Guild hosted their Annual Members' Show in Montgomery Sunday.
Saint James holds dedication for student who passed in 2024
The Saint James community came together Saturday to honor a student who passed away 2 years ago.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Name released of man killed in west Montgomery homicide
It happened around 1:55 p.m. Friday in the area of Old Selma Road and Alan Lane.
Woman dies in Montgomery house fire
It happened around 6:30 a.m. at a home in the 600 block of South Panama Street.
Alabama sets execution for man in auto parts store customer’s death
Alabama has scheduled a March execution date for a man sentenced to death for a fatal shooting during a 1991 robbery.
State surplus property auction begins online this weekend
The auction will feature a wide array of items, including vehicles, bicycles, electronics and much more.Â
Ribbon cut on Millbrook's newest restaurant
The new location is the 7th across the state and has brought over 35 full and part time jobs to the community.
What's Happening: February 6-8
With the calendar now flipped over to February, there is a lot of things happening in the River Region.
