New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for 'Jurassic Park,' dies at 78
His death was “sudden and unexpected,” the statement said, adding that he “remained cancer free” when he died. A cause of death wasn’t specified.
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U.S Senator Lindsey Graham likely died after aorta tear, medical examiner says
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), one of President Trump's closest allies in Congress, died after a tear in his aorta, according to a preliminary medical examiner report.
Montgomery firefighters battle house fire on Cherry Street
Montgomery firefighters have put out a large fire at a home on Cherry Street.
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham has died after a brief and unexpected illness
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, one of President Trump's closest allies in Congress, has died after a “brief and sudden illness,” at the age of 71.
Motorcyclist killed in Elmore County crash
A two-vehicle crash in Elmore County has left a motorcyclist dead.
17-year-old drowns at Jackson Lake in Millbrook
Millbrook Police Chief P.K. Johnson tells Action 8 News that around 11:14 a.m. Saturday, his officers and firefighters responded to a possible drowning.
Crash in Bullock County leaves 1 dead, 1 injured
It happened around 9:00 a.m. Friday on Alabama 110 near the 18 mile marker, approximately 12 miles west of Union Springs.
Montgomery man arrested after chase ends on Woodmere Boulevard
Officers assigned to the Metro Area Crime Suppression Unit attempted to conduct a traffic stop on Castle Ridge Road in Montgomery.
Pedestrian hit on Coliseum Boulevard in Montgomery
It happened around 12:45 p.m. Saturday in the 800 block of Coliseum Boulevard.
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.
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°.
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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.
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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.
