WATCH: Full interview with Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed
In the interview, Mayor Reed addresses priorities and issues in the city, including crime and the search for a new police chief.Â
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Montgomery Regional Airport adds third non-stop flight to Dallas Ft. Worth
The Montgomery Regional Airport has announced that American Airlines is adding a third daily non-stop flight to the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.
WATCH: Montgomery Mayor, police address triple homicide on Troy Highway
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed and acting Police Chief John Hall spoke to the city at a news conference that Action 8 aired live Wednesday afternoon to address the triple homicide at a Hispanic grocery store on Troy Highway.
One killed, four injured in Elmore County crash
A three-vehicle crash in Elmore County has left a woman dead and four others injured, including a baby.
3 dead in Tuesday night shooting in Montgomery
The deadly shooting happened just before 9 p.m. Tuesday in the 4100 block of Troy Hwy
Crime, pay raises for MPD officers and city employees hot topics at Montgomery's City Council Meeting
Once again, crime was the main topic that Montgomery residents packed city hall to talk about Tuesday night.
Montgomery Police Academy graduates new officers
Over a dozen new law enforcement officers are set to hit the street in communities around the state after graduating from the Montgomery Police Academy. Sixteen new crime fighters walked across the stage at…
Nick Saban to be Faulkner University's Benefit Dinner Speaker
Former University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban will be the speaker at Faulkner University's annual benefit dinner, the university has announced.
ONLY ON 8: Montgomery crime statistics show drastic uptick in property crimes in 2024
According to statistics obtained by Action 8 News, robberies at Montgomery businesses are up a whopping 180% from 2023, and the number of individuals who have been robbed has almost doubled from 81 in 2023 to 150 in 2024.
Two men charged with breaking into Dollar General in Montgomery
Two men have been charged with breaking into a Dollar General store in Montgomery.
Montgomery City Councilman Andrew Szymanski talks crime in the Capital City
Montgomery District 7 City Councilman Andrew Szymanski sat down with Ellis Eskew to talk about the city's crime issues.
Man arrested after chase ends on Bell Road in Montgomery
A man faces several charges after Alabama State Troopers say he led him on a chase from Interstate 85 onto Bell Road.
Ceremony to transition to Grey Wolf helicopter mission held at Maxwell Air Force Base
 A mission transition ceremony has been held at Maxwell Air Force Base as to welcome the new MH-139 Grey Wolf helicopter.
Valas promoted, will command NATO Headquarters in Sarajevo
Gov. Kay Ivey has promoted Col. Matthew Valas to brigadier general as he takes command of NATO Headquarters Sarajevo.
ONLY ON 8: Montgomery trauma surgeon concerned about "disturbing trend" of daily shootings in the Capitol City
So far, there have been 27 homicides in Montgomery this year, but for every one homicide, there are seven gunshot wounds or stabbings that occur. What's it like for doctors having to treat crime victims' injuries?
MPD: Child critically injured in overnight shooting
Police and fire medics were called around 2:29 a.m. Friday to the 4100 block of Keating Drive on a person shot.
What's Happening: May 31-June 2
Greek food, soul music and bargains are just some of the things you'll find this weekend in the River Region!
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Name of victim killed in Ann Street shooting released
The name of the victim killed in a shooting on Ann Street in Montgomery that wounded two others has been released.
Prattville breaks ground on new public safety training facility
The city of Prattville has broken ground for a new public safety training facility.
US Labor Department sues Hyundai, suppliers in Alabama over alleged child employment
The defendants include Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama LLC, SMART Alabama LLC and Best Practice Service, LLC.
Three shot, one dead in Ann Street shooting
Montgomery Police are investigating a Wednesday night triple shooting that left a man dead.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Police make arrest in Montgomery homicide
Montgomery police say they have made an arrest in a homicide from last week.
Police: Teenager in custody after chase, crash involving stolen car on Interstate 85 in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a 16-year-old boy is in custody after a chase involving a stolen car ended in a crash on Interstate 85.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Reward rises to $5,000 to help solve murder of Montgomery woman
A reward of $5,000 is now being offered in the hopes of solving the murder of 52-year-old Yvette Carter of Montgomery.
Juvenile recovering after being shot in Montgomery
A juvenile male is recovering from a gunshot wound after being shot in Montgomery.
