Former Alabama State Sen. Jimmy Holley dies at 80
Former Alabama State Sen. Jimmy Holley of Elba has died at the age of 80.
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CAMPAIGN 2024: Election Day is here, after tens of millions have already cast their ballots
Election Day voting was underway across much of the U.S. on Tuesday morning after tens of millions of Americans had already cast their ballots. Those early votes included record numbers in Georgia, North Carolina and other battleground states that could decide the winner.
Macon East Academy holds its annual Holiday Market
All of the money raised goes back to Macon East Academy.
Christmas on the Square helps kick off holiday shopping season
The Christmas event raises money for Pike Road Schools.Â
CAMPAIGN 2024: Presidential Election Day is underway
It is Election Day in Alabama and across the country, as voters choose a new president and decide which party will control both houses of Congress.
Brundidge man arrested for attempted murder
Chief Sam Green tells Action 8 News that officers responded to the 700 block of North Main Street in reference to a person shot.Â
All lanes now open on I-85 North at Line Creek
Crews will continue working on the southbound lanes for up to the next 18 days.
Final campaigning stretch for District 2 Congressional candidates
Both candidates sat down with Action 8 News as they get ready for Election Day.
SAVING SELMA: Tornado recovery efforts continue
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma is still picking up the pieces -- after the devastating tornado that ripped through the city nearly two years ago. The long road to recovery…
Man dead in Montgomery hit and run crash
The two-vehicle accident happened around 5:55 p.m. in the 1700 block of Yarbrough Street.Â
Veteran-owned horse riding facility holds ribbon cutting for new riding arena
The arena was made possible by a grant from the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs.
Quincy Jones, music titan who worked with everyone from Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, dies at 91
Music titan Quincy Jones died Sunday night at his home in the Bel Air section of Los Angeles, surrounded by his family. Jones was to have received an honorary Academy Award later this month.
CASA's 5K and Fun Run brings out the Superhero in children and adults
Dozens of tiny superheroes sprinted around the inside of Riverwalk stadium during CASA's 4th annual Superhero 5K and Fun Run.Â
Pike Road honors military veterans
America's military veterans were honored Sunday during the 13th Annual Pike Road Veterans Appreciation Ceremony.
WATCH: Gov. Kay Ivey receives medical treatment after incident at campaign event
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Gov. Kay Ivey is back in the office after receiving medical treatment Sunday night at a campaign event.
Eastdale Mall provides safe trick or treating on Halloween
The event started at 4:00 p.m. and ran until 7:00 p.m.
Montgomery man dies in Lowndes County crash
The crash happened around 6:15 p.m. Friday on Alabama 21 near the 113 mile marker, approximately six miles south of Hayneville.Â
Wetumpka man pursued in chase dies in crash
The crash happened around 6:16 p.m. Friday on private property, near the I-65 Service Road and Real Life Church in Millbrook.Â
Man dead in Montgomery shooting
The shooting happened around 4:25 p.m. Friday in the 1900 block of Gibbs Drive.Â
East Montgomery and Pike Road residents upset over proposed rezoning of property
The Montgomery City Council is taking up possible rezoning of property in the Montgomery city limits that could bring a new shopping center to the corner of Ray Thorington Road and Pike Road.
What the Tech: How to reduce Election Day stress
If you're one of the 60% of Americans who say the election is having a noticeable impact on your mental health, you're not alone. Here's how to reduce that stress.
More construction coming to Interstate 85 near the Montgomery/Macon county line
More construction is coming to the same stretch of Interstate 85 in Macon County, near the Montgomery County line.
Two people killed in industrial accident in Montgomery
Montgomery police say two people have been killed in an industrial accident in Montgomery.
Selma and Dallas County gear up for Election Day
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- With the general election now less than a week away -- folks in the Selma-Dallas County area -- are gearing up for a big day. Organizations like Foot Soldiers…
$2,500 reward offered in hopes of solving Montgomery double homicide
A $2,500 reward is now being offered in the hopes of solving a double homicide in Montgomery that left two men dead.
