Man sentenced to life in prison for November 2022 kidnapping and murder
Montgomery County District Attorney Azzie Oliver tells Action 8 News that Judge Tiffany McCord sentenced Jeffrey Pruitt to life in prison for his involvement in the crime.
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Fire destroys vacant building in West Montgomery
It happened around 6:46 p.m. Friday in the 1600 block of Mobile Road.
Black bear spotted in Montgomery
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources confirmed to Action 8 News that the bear was seen near Forest Avenue Academic Magnet School.
Still hot, humid, but rain chances rise this weekend, early next week
Chances for rain remain elevated this weekend. However, Saturday and Sunday still look like hot and humid days, with high temperatures in the low to mid 90s and peak heat index values near or over 100°.
What's Happening: July 10-12
The 4th of July might be over, but there's still plenty to do this weekend.
Woman injured in Montgomery domestic situation
It happened around 8:45 a.m. in the 5100 block of Carmichael Road.
Alexander City man arrested for possession of crack cocaine
The Tallapoosa County Sheriff's Office says 49-year-old Anthony Eugene Lewis was arrested Friday after deputies executed a search warrant at his home.
Montgomery man charged with receiving stolen property after brief pursuit
It happened around 7:25 p.m. Thursday in the 4000 block of Rosa L. Parks Avenue.
Lee County bridge replacement begins Monday
The bridges over Choctafaula Creek, south of Exit 50 on I-85 north and south, will be replaced starting Monday.
What The Tech: Creating an AI virtual board
Most people ask AI one question and take whatever it hands back. But you'll get sharper, more useful answers if you ask six people instead of one.
Suspect charged in deadly quadruple shooting
It happened around 6:30 p.m. on June 20 in the 1300 block of Eastern Boulevard.
Recount in Perry Co. primary race ends in dead heat
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Democratic primary race for the District 1 seat on the Perry Co. Commission -- is not over just yet. A recount of the ballots cast in the…
Hope Hull woman sentenced in federal court for lying under oath
United States Attorney Thomas Govan says the case stems from a domestic disturbance on July 13, 2025, at a home in Tallassee.
Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama employee shot outside of plant
It happened around 10:27 p.m. in the 700 block of Hyundai Boulevard. A spokesperson with Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama confirmed that the shooting happened in the employee parking lot.
New details in Wynlakes shooting that left one man injured
The shooting happened just before midnight on June 30 in the 9400 block of Dunleith in the Wynlakes community.
Lawsuit dismissed in GOP gubernatorial nominee Tommy Tuberville's residency complaint
Montgomery County Circuit Judge Brooke Reid said the court finds that it does not have the jurisdiction to exercise legal action used to challenge a person's right to hold a public or corporate office.
What The Tech: Getting better advice from AI
Instead of asking AI to immediately solve your problem, ask it to interview you first.
Jackson Hospital workers awaiting details of deal to allow it to remain open
Jackson Hospital workers are still awaiting details on the agreement that will allow their bankrupt facility to stay open, but they are relieved that the hospital has a future.
Georgiana Police Department Expanding to keep Citizens Safe
The Georgiana Police Department is adding to its Police force in preparation of the town's continued growth and community safety.
Wilcox Co. man arrested on gun and dog fighting charges
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Wilcox County man is behind bars tonight. He's accused of knowingly possessing a dog for the purpose of having the dog participate in an animal fighting venture. Sheriff…
Elmore County deputies searching for people throwing large rocks at traffic
The Elmore County Sheriff's Office needs your help finding the people who are throwing large rocks at passing vehicles.
Iran and US trade fire and Trump calls the ceasefire into question
Negotiations to reach a final deal had been due to start after the dayslong funeral for Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed Feb. 28 in the war’s first moments. The funeral, which ends Thursday, was supposed to be a period of lower tensions.
DNA evidence from Kirk assassination disputed by defendant's lawyers
A member of Tyler Robinson's defense team interrogated a DNA analyst from the FBI on Tuesday about the techniques she used to connect Robinson to a rifle found wrapped inside a towel at Utah Valley University.
New procedure at Jackson Hospital could help patients avoid amputation
The minimally invasive procedure, known as the LimFlow system, is designed for patients who've run out of traditional treatment options.
Brundidge police searching for missing man
66-year-old Rickey Wheeler was last seen Friday on Martin Luther King Drive.
