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8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Utz recalls some Zapp's and Dirty brand potato chips
Utz has issued a voluntary recall of some flavors of Zapp’s and Dirty potato chips.
Covington County's Faith and Community Leaders Celebrate National Day of Prayer
Faith Leaders gathered at the Covington County Courthouse to celebrate the 75th National Day of Prayer.
Southern Poverty Law Center attorneys make first court appearance in fraud case
Lawyers for the Southern Poverty Law Center are in court to defend the civil rights group from charges it defrauded donors by failing to disclose that money would be paid to informants inside extremist groups.
Ibraheem Yazeed sentenced for murder of Aniah Blanchard
Ibraheem Yazeed, the man convicted of abducting and killing Aniah Blanchard in 2019, has been sentenced in Tuskegee.
Selma Police Chief Kenta Fulford resigns in agreement with the city
Kenta Fulford is no longer the police chief in Selma after reaching a settlement agreement with the city.
Macon County Sheriff's Office conducting search at Lake Tuskegee
The Macon County Sheriff's Office is conducting a search on Lake Tuskegee, off Frank Bentley Dam Road.
25th Annual "Drive Fore Meals On Wheels" golf tournament held in Montgomery
The 25th Annual "Drive Fore Meals On Wheels" golf tournament has been held at the Robert Trent Jones golf course in Prattville.Â
Coosada man sentenced to more than 10 years after federal drug, gun convictions
A Coosada man has been sentenced to 130 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to drug and gun charges.
Man faces cocaine trafficking charge in Tallapoosa County
A man has been arrested in Dadeville on a charge of trafficking cocaine.
Camden woman killed in Wilcox County crash
A Camden woman has been killed in a two-vehicle crash in Wilcox County.
Get ready to lace up your running shows for the 47th Annual Jubilee Runs
The 47th Annual Jubilee Runs will take place on Saturday, May 16 at Old Alabama Town.Â
Montgomery Rotary Club presents checks to Friendship Mission
The Montgomery Rotary Club has presented checks to Friendship Mission to help with its efforts in serving the homeless.
Student singers to be featured in this weekend's Capital City Choral Festival
The Capital City Choral Festival will take place on Saturday, May 9 at 4:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Montgomery.
What the Tech: Why Apple is facing lawsuits over its AI promises
At issue is how Apple Inc. demonstrated Siri’s future capabilities during its 2024 developer event and in marketing that followed.
WATCH: Severe storm brings flooding at Alabama State House
A severe thunderstorm brought a flash flood to the Alabama State House, which has become a common occurrence in recent years.
Regional Medical Center Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to Honor Doctors' Dedication with Newly Named Departments
Regional Medical Center in Greenville celebrating big changes to their community hospital, which recently feared closure, with a ribbon cutting Wednesday.
WATCH: Severe storm moves through Pike Road
Action 8 News has video and photos from Pike Road as the severe storms pushed through with heavy rain, high winds and hail this afternoon.
Prattville man charged with attacking off-duty officer in Montgomery Walmart
A Prattville man has been charged with attacking an off-duty police officer who was working in the Ann Street Walmart in Montgomery.
Montgomery City Council approves new city flag
The Montgomery City Council has adopted a new city flag to replace a flag that has been in place since 1952.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Second arrest made in fatal shooting of Montgomery teenager
Montgomery police have announced an arrest in the fatal shooting of a teenager last year.
Opelika police exhume body of unknown person killed in 1990 homicide
Opelika police have exhumed the body of an unidentified 1990 homicide victim in the hopes that advanced DNA testing can lead them to his identity.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Reward increased in unsolved Montgomery murder case
The reward for information to help solve the 2020 murder of Keshon Gardner of Montgomery has just been increased.Â
Raccoon and fox found with rabies in our area
State health officials say a raccoon and a fox have been found with rabies in our area, prompting them to urge pet owners to keep their animals vaccinated against the disease.
Pike Road Schools names new superintendent
Pike Road Schools has named Dr. Jason Goodwin as its new superintendent.
