Convicted killer Anthony Boyd executed for 1993 capital murder
Convicted killer Anthony Boyd has been executed by the State of Alabama for a 1993 capital murder case.
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What's Happening: October 24-26
If you like pickles, there's a big event just for you, but if you don't, there's still plenty to do in the River Region this weekend!
Pike Road welcomes new McDonald's restaurant
After months of construction, McDonald's has now opened in Pike Road.
Montgomery church contributing to the fight against cancer
Montgomery's New Hope Missionary Baptist Church is contributing to the fight against cancer.
City of Montgomery honors new 911 communications graduates
The City of Montgomery is recognizing seven graduates who are now certified to be emergency 911 dispatchers and operators.
Federal Court in Montgomery forced to close on Fridays because of government shutdown
The U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Alabama has announced that it will be closed on Fridays until the federal government shutdown ends.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron enters lieutenant governor's race
Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron has announced that he's entering the Republican race for lieutenant governor in next year's elections.
Montgomery police make arrest in fatal shooting
Montgomery police have charged a suspect with a fatal shooting that happened in August.
$50,000 Question: Should Montgomery's Mayor Need Council Approval for Big Contracts?
Calhoun and Szymanski sparred over the mayor's contract powers as they weighed oversight vs. efficiency.
Only on 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers discusses races for Lt. Governor, Attorney General and Secretary of State
Our political analyst Steve Flowers is sharing his insight into what he believes will be some of the most competitive races in Campaign 2026.
Local political leaders address Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce
Three of this area's top political leaders have addressed the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce about key issues they are facing.
City of Montgomery holds breast cancer awareness walk
The City of Montgomery's Parks and Recreation Department has hosted a breast cancer awareness walk to mark the month of October being breast cancer awareness month.
Alabama death row inmate asks to meet with governor
An Alabama death row inmate set to die this week has asked Gov. Kay Ivey to meet with him “before an innocent man is executed.”
Montgomery police need help solving September homicide
Montgomery police need your help with information to solve a homicide that happened in September.
Montgomery City Council Overrides Mayor’s Veto on Jackson Hospital Funding, Approves New Traffic Program to Assist MPD
A new program, called TrafficServe, will use private officers to respond to minor wrecks and help direct traffic during peak hours.
Montgomery native wins U.S. Senate confirmation for federal judgeship
A Montgomery native has just received U.S. Senate confirmation to an important federal judgeship.
Pike Road McDonald's prepares for grand opening
Action 8 News was there as the ribbon was cut for the Pike Road McDonald's restaurant, which is preparing to open to the public.
Pike Road celebrates Founders Week
The town of Pike Road is celebrating 28 years, with plenty of events to mark Founders Week.
Winn-Dixie to exit Alabama, focus on growing store presence in Florida
The parent company of Winn-Dixie has announced plans to divest its stores in Alabama and other states to focus its efforts on Florida and extreme south Georgia.
Montgomery police make arrest in February murder
Montgomery police have made an arrest in a murder investigation from earlier this year.
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed, police chief angered over mass shooting suspect's release on bond
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed and Police Chief James Graboys are expressing anger over the release of one of the four mass shooting suspects on bond.
Montgomery curfew ordinance under discussion
A committee met this morning to discuss a citywide curfew in the wake of the mass shooting that happened downtown on October 4.
Montgomery Personnel Board Questions Mayor Reed’s Plan to Hire Convicted Felon, Postpones Salary Vote
“Starting a convicted felon at $120,960 not only sends the wrong message to the city,” said board member Seale. “It sends the wrong message to all the first responders and garbage collectors who’ve been asking for raises."
Montgomery pedestrian killed in hit-and-run
Montgomery police are investigating after a pedestrian was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver.
Hundreds enjoy ZooBrews and Food Festival at the Montgomery Zoo
There was a festive atmosphere at the Montgomery Zoo as families enjoyed the ZooBrews and Food Festival.
