Saving Lives Before the Emergency: Former ER Doctors Launch Practice Focused on Prevention
A pair of former emergency room physicians say the future of medicine is finding disease earlier and tailoring treatment to each patient.
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City of Selma receives Main Street Alabama designation
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma is working to revitalize it's historic downtown area. The Queen City was recently designated a Main Street Alabama community earlier this month. The Main Street program is using a four-point approach…
What's Happening: June 12-14
Yes, it's going to be hot this weekend, but there are still plenty of events to enjoy, including some ways to cool off!
Heat index values could reach 100 degrees Friday and Saturday
Scattered areas of rain and lightning are expected this weekend
Montgomery pub to host World Cup watch parties
The FIFA World Cup is the most watched sporting event in the world. This year's tournament is taking place on North American soil for the first time since 1994.
U.S. Supreme Court blocks Alabama execution; Gov. Kay Ivey responds
The U.S. Supreme Court has blocked Alabama's use of nitrogen hypoxia to execute a death row inmate who was convicted of killing two people in Dallas County.
ONLY ON 8: Montgomery doctor warns pregnant mothers, babies may suffer if Jackson Hospital closes
OB-GYN Dr. LaToya Clark said Jackson Hospital offers services for pregnant women that are not available elsewhere in the area and could be lost if the hospital closes.
Popular summer art camp underway in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Dozens of kids are scratching their creative itch this week at a popular summer camp in Selma. Art camp is a summer-time Selma tradition -- that opens the door for kids ages 8 to 16…
Former Raider Henry Ruggs denied parole nearly 5 years after deadly car crash
Ruggs pleaded guilty in May 2023 to felony DUI causing death and misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter.
Local non-profit delivers free books to encourage kids to read this summer
Each child signed up receives 10 books with 800 kids expected to be a part of the program this summer.
Town of Georgiana celebrates 47th Hank Williams Music Festival
The famous music festival is in honor of the legendary country singer and Georgiana native Hank Williams who left a lasting mark on country music.
One man dead, another man seriously hurt in Montgomery shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a man dead and another seriously hurt.
What The Tech: Father's Day Tech Gadgets for Dad
From a bird feeder that uses AI to identify backyard visitors to a robot that cuts the grass automatically, these are some of the most interesting tech gifts available this Father's Day.
State of Alabama asks U.S. Supreme Court to let it continue nitrogen gas executions
The State of Alabama is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to set aside a judge's findings that using nitrogen gas for executions violates the Constitution’s ban on cruel and unusual punishment.
Bankruptcy Judge Weighs Role in Jackson Hospital Reimbursement Dispute
With closure looming, Jackson Hospital returns to bankruptcy court.
Neglected city-owned property raises concerns in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A vacant school building in Selma continues to raise concerns from people who live in the neighborhood where it's located. Byrd School is a historic property owned by the city of Selma. It's been closed…
Paintball tournament to benefit area youth and their families
The Battle for the City Paintball Tournament will take place on June 27 starting at 9:00 a.m. at the Battlegrounds Paintball Park on Clayton Street.
The Alabama Department of Public Health to host men's physical and mental health awareness event
The Alabama Department of Public Health is hosting a free men's mental and physical health event.
Camden shooting leaves one man dead and one man in jail
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Camden man is dead -- and another is behind bars charged with reckless murder -- after a shooting in Camden. Authorities say 25 year old NyQuan Higginbottom is charged with Reckless Murder in the…
Capital murder suspect makes appearance in Dallas Co. court
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A capital murder suspect recently captured in Georgia -- makes an appearance before a Dallas Co. judge. Twenty-seven year old Deonte Olds entered a not guilty plea during his arraignment Tuesday afternoon. Olds is charged…
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Honda recalls more than 880,000 cars
Honda has had no warranty claims and no reports of an injury or death related to the problem.
Judge denies Ibraheem Yazeed's request for a new trial
Circuit Judge Tom Young denied the request on Thursday after Yazeed's attorney asked the court that their client either be acquitted or given a new trial.
Businesses across South Alabama were temporarily closed following reports of the sale of controlled substances.
A total of seven businesses so far across South Alabama have been found to be in possession of and selling seemingly legal controlled substances.
ONLY ON 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers previews top runoff races
Action 8 Political Analyst Steve Flowers previews the top races in the June 16 runoffs, which are now less than one week away.
Judge bars Alabama nitrogen gas execution, says method is unconstitutionally cruel
U.S. District Judge Emily Marks issued the ruling hours after an appeals court reversed her initial finding that the method was constitutional.
