ONLY ON 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers gives insight into final days before Election Day
Action 8 News Political Analyst Steve Flowers shared his insight into the final days before the Nov. 5 general election.
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Mayor, interim police chief give update on Montgomery crime statistics
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed and the city's interim Police Chief Jim Graboys have provided an update on this year's crimes statistics.
Prattville Fire Department collects more supplies for victims of Hurricane Helene
The Prattville Fire Department is once again doing its part to help victims of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina.
MACS: Another 75 illegal machine gun conversion devices seized in Montgomery
ALEA says the Metro Area Crime Suppression (MACS) unit has taken another 75 illegal machine gun conversion devices off of the streets of Montgomery.
Man killed in Montgomery shooting
A man has been killed in a shooting, prompting Montgomery police to launch a homicide investigation.
Two arrested after Prattville police chase ends in Montgomery
Two people have been arrested after a police chase from Prattville to Montgomery.
Two men dead after shooting in Montgomery
Two men have died after an overnight shooting in Montgomery.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Man found not guilty of fatal shooting in Autauga County
A man who was charged in a fatal shooting in Autauga County in 2022 has been found not guilty, according to his attorney.
New inclusive playground dedicated on Pike Road's Founders Day
The Children's Depot is located at 4902 Pike Road.
Fire Danger Advisory issued for 22 Alabama counties
The Alabama Forestry Commission has issued a Fire Danger Advisory for 22 Alabama counties due to warm and dry conditions.
What's Happening: October 25-27
It's the weekend before Halloween, which means there are plenty of fall activities happening all across the River Region.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Jackson Hospital names financial restructuring leader
Montgomery's Jackson Hospital & Clinic says it has named a leader to help it with financial restructuring after it missed making a $60 million bond payment last month.
Five people shot at Montgomery apartment complex
Three adult males and two juveniles were injured in the shooting on Wednesday evening around 6:15pm.
Montgomery County voting deadlines fast approaching
Absentee applications must be mailed in by next Tuesday, October 29th.
Dutch Bros Coffee coming to Prattville
The drive-thru coffee shop is expected to open sometime in the first quarter of 2025.
Correctional officer at Kilby Prison arrested
A correctional officer at Kilby Prison in Montgomery County has been arrested, according to court records.
Brown Bag Bus program provides Halloween costumes for children
Some Montgomery area kids were given a chance to have a better Halloween.
Governor Ivey removes AL Commissioner of Veterans Affairs after prolonged battle of words
Tuesday at a meeting at the Alabama state Capitol, Governor Ivey hoped the State Board of Veterans Affairs would vote Commissioner Davis out, but that didn't happen.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Gov. Ivey invokes "supreme executive power" to remove Commissioner Davis after board votes not to remove him
The State Board of Veterans Affairs voted not to remove Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Kent Davis, but Governor Ivey has now invoked her "supreme executive power of the state" to remove Davis from his position immediately.
Judge names mediator in Alabama's long-running medical marijuana dispute
A judge has appointed a mediator in the long-running dispute over who gets licenses to grow and sell medical marijuana in Alabama.
Montgomery police conducting death investigation
Montgomery police have launched a death investigation following a man's shooting death.
CAMPAIGN 2024: See sample ballots, deadlines, know what to expect on Election Day
Here's a look at sample ballots, races, deadlines and everything you need to know before going to the polls in the November 5 General Election in Alabama.
Closing arguments to start Wednesday in "Big John" Williams trial
William Chase Johnson is accused of killing Lowndes County Sheriff "Big John Williams.
Local fire department collects donations for Helene victims
You can drop off your donations at the Prattville Public Safety Building on Gin Shop Hill Road from 8 a.m to 4 p.m. until Friday.
Gov. Kay Ivey to appoint new Montgomery County District Attorney
With last week's retirement of Montgomery County District Attorney Daryl Bailey, we are awaiting Gov. Kay Ivey to appoint a new district attorney.
