United Methodists vote to close 27 churches, some in our area
The Alabama-West Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church held its annual meeting this week, voting to close 27 churches in its district.
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Former Alabama veterans commissioner sues Gov. Kay Ivey for defamation and wrongful termination
The former head of the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs has filed a federal lawsuit accusing Gov. Kay Ivey of wrongful termination and defamation.
New Montgomery Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Zickeyous Byrd sits down with Action 8 News
After about two months on the job, Montgomery Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Zickeyous Byrd sat down with Action 8 News to discuss his plans for improving the school system.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Name released of man found shot to death in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a man has been shot and killed in the Western Hills area of the city.
Montgomery Public Schools to host farmers market, seeking vendors
Montgomery Public Schools will soon host a farmers market and is looking for vendors to help provide fresh fruits and vegetables.
Midtown YMCA adds Esports lounge
The Midtown YMCA in Montgomery is leveling up by adding a new Esports lounge for people who enjoy playing sports electronically.
Golfers raise money, awareness of domestic violence at tournament in Greenville
Golfers got the chance to help raise awareness about domestic violence and support abuse survivors across our area at a golf tournament in Greenville.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Federal judge dismisses former Montgomery police chief's lawsuit against city, mayor
A federal judge has dismissed the lawsuit that former Montgomery Police Chief Ernest Finley had filed against the city and Mayor Steven Reed.
Donation From Leadership Montgomery Class Boosts Local Summer Camp
Strong Foundation plans to expand the use of the computers beyond summer camp.
U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell helps introduce bipartisan legislation to address doctor shortage
U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (D-Alabama) and U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pennsylvania) are introducing a bipartisan bill they hope will combat the doctor shortage.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Alabama executes man for the 1988 beating death of a woman he dated
Gregory Hunt was convicted of killing Karen Lane in Cordova, a woman he had been dating for about a month, according to court records.
Gov. Kay Ivey appoints new secretary for Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education
Gov. Kay Ivey says she will appoint Ami Brooks to serve as secretary of the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Second arrest made in robbery of Montgomery businessman Jim Massey
A second arrest has been made in the robbery of Jim Massey, the well-known owner of the Montgomery-based Jim Massey dry cleaning chain of stores.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Cullman County Sheriff to run for Public Service Commission
The Alabama Republican Primary is scheduled to take place on May 19, 2026.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Blount County DA to run for Alabama Attorney General
The Alabama Republican Primary is scheduled for May 19, 2026.
CAMPAIGN 2026: AG Chief Counsel to run for Alabama Attorney General
The Alabama Republican Primary is scheduled for May 19, 2026.
Gov. Kay Ivey introduces new "First Dog" of Alabama
Gov. Kay Ivey has introduced Huntley, the new First Dog of Alabama.
Man Fatally Shot Sunday in Montgomery
A man was shot and killed Sunday evening, marking another deadly weekend in the Capital City.
Late Montgomery County Commission Chairman Elton Dean honored at Montgomery Whitewater
The life and work of the late Montgomery County Commission Chairman Elton Dean is being honored at Montgomery Whitewater, which he was instrumental in developing before his death.
U.S. Supreme Court to hear Alabama's appeal in bid to execute man found to be intellectually disabled
The U.S. Supreme Court will consider making it harder for convicted murderers to show their lives should be spared because they are intellectually disabled.
More than 400 young women take part in the 83rd annual Alabama Girls State
More than 400 young women have taken part in a cherished state tradition, the American Legion Auxiliary Alabama Girls State.
"Y Town" opens at Bell Road YMCA in Montgomery
There's a new town that's just opened in our area, designed especially for children.
ALEA warns of phishing scam involving fake 'Alabama DMV'
ALEA says the text messages falsely claim to be from the Alabama Department of Vehicles and demands payment for non-existent traffic tickets.
Two arrested in contraband bust at Easterling
ADOC says they recovered 326 grams of tobacco, 163 grams of marijuana, 3 vapes and 3 cell phones.
Montgomery man arrested in deadly shooting
A Montgomery man is in custody after police say he shot and killed a victim during a theft.
