Sheridan Heights Community Center reopens after major renovations
The ribbon has been cut after $3 million in renovations were made to the Sheridan Heights Community Center in Montgomery.
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Fifth-grade students in Montgomery learn about law enforcement
Fifth-grade students in Montgomery Public Schools had a chance to learn about law enforcement this school year.
Montgomery Residents Voice Safety Concerns at City Council Meeting
“Safety is important to every citizen in the community, and we need to feel safe,” one frustrated Montgomery resident said.
Gov. Ivey signs shark alert system bill into law
Governor Kay Ivey has officially put her signature on House Bill 437, also known as Lulu's Law.
Suspect arrested after walking into a Midtown grocery store armed with a bb gun
While MPD doesn't disclose the names of businesses, an eyewitness tells Action 8 News that it was the Publix.
Prattville CityFest rescheduled for July 19
This year's CityFest weekend was canceled due to inclement weather and concerns for the safety of the attendees.
Dave's Hot Chicken coming to The Shoppes at Eastchase
Dave's Hot Chicken is expected to open in the fall of 2025.
City of Montgomery launches ambassador program
The City of Montgomery has launched a new ambassadors program, which is designed to improve downtown.
Montgomery Rotary Club presents checks to three local charities
The Montgomery Rotary Club has presented big checks to three local charities.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Ground broken for new bank in Pike Road
A groundbreaking ceremony has been held to bring a new banking location to Pike Road.
ONLY ON 8: U.S. Attorney’s new task force in the River Region targets crime on multiple levels
The bust was a result of the Violent Offender Intervention and Deterrence (VOID) program launched in March 2024.
Montgomery man dies in city's latest homicide
It was later determined that the shooting happened in the area of Davis Drive.
Man charged in death of 3-year-old boy
The shooting happened around 1:45 p.m. on Friday, February 11, 2022 in the 400 block of N. Decatur Street.
NEW DETAILS: Blount Cultural Park rape suspect fatally stabbed girlfriend in 2018
Montgomery police have made an arrest in connection to a rape investigation at Blount Cultural Park.
UPDATE: Grammy Award Winner Sheila E.'s performance with MPS students this weekend is Sold Out
Montgomery Public Schools is bringing in Grammy Award winner Sheila E. to join its student-led performance at the Riverfront Amphitheater this month.
Car show raises money for Billingsley Volunteer Fire Department
Excited car fans gathered in Autauga County to admire dozens of unusual and vintage automobiles.
Sister of Woman Killed in Hit-and-Run Wants Changes Made to Dangerous Intersection
There were reports of cars drag racing repeatedly on Eastern Boulevard where her sister was hit and killed Saturday.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Man charged in fatal hit and run involving pedestrian in Montgomery
A man has been charged with hitting and killing a pedestrian in Montgomery before leaving the scene.
Father, son charged with capital murder in Montgomery
A man and his son have been charged with capital murder in a fatal shooting in Montgomery.
Fire damages home in east Montgomery
Montgomery firefighters have battled a house fire in east Montgomery.
New mural unveiled at Montgomery's Freedom Rides Museum
In honor of the 64th anniversary of the Freedom Rides, a new community mural has been unveiled at the Freedom Rides Museum in downtown Montgomery.
Montgomery Kidney Walk brings out hundreds despite rainy weather
The annual Montgomery Kidney Walk and Celebration went on as scheduled despite rainy conditions yesterday morning.
Families end challenge to Alabama ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors
Plaintiffs are dropping a lawsuit filed in 2022 challenging a state law that makes it a felony to treat people under age 19 with puberty blockers or hormones.
Woman Killed in Hit-and-Run on Eastern Boulevard in Montgomery
The vehicle involved in the fatal hit-and-run in Montgomery fled the scene before officers arrived.
Prattville CityFest canceled due to weather
Prattville CityFest has been canceled due to the chance for rain and storms.
