Brown Bag Bus program provides Halloween costumes for children
Some Montgomery area kids were given a chance to have a better Halloween.
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Governor Ivey removes AL Commissioner of Veterans Affairs after prolonged battle of words
Tuesday at a meeting at the Alabama state Capitol, Governor Ivey hoped the State Board of Veterans Affairs would vote Commissioner Davis out, but that didn't happen.
Pay It Forward: Regina Groomster of Montgomery
Regina Groomster of Montgomery is the registrar in the counseling office and is also the cheer coach at Park Crossing High School.
Man dead after shooting at Southside HS homecoming tailgate
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A murder investigation is underway in Dallas County -- after a man is shot Friday night at Southside High School. Sheriff Mike Granthum says the shooting happened at around…
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Gov. Ivey invokes "supreme executive power" to remove Commissioner Davis after board votes not to remove him
The State Board of Veterans Affairs voted not to remove Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Kent Davis, but Governor Ivey has now invoked her "supreme executive power of the state" to remove Davis from his position immediately.
Judge names mediator in Alabama's long-running medical marijuana dispute
A judge has appointed a mediator in the long-running dispute over who gets licenses to grow and sell medical marijuana in Alabama.
Montgomery police conducting death investigation
Montgomery police have launched a death investigation following a man's shooting death.
CAMPAIGN 2024: See sample ballots, deadlines, know what to expect on Election Day
Here's a look at sample ballots, races, deadlines and everything you need to know before going to the polls in the November 5 General Election in Alabama.
Closing arguments to start Wednesday in "Big John" Williams trial
William Chase Johnson is accused of killing Lowndes County Sheriff "Big John Williams.
Local fire department collects donations for Helene victims
You can drop off your donations at the Prattville Public Safety Building on Gin Shop Hill Road from 8 a.m to 4 p.m. until Friday.Â
Biden "deeply concerned" about release of documents on Israel's possible plan to attack Iran
White House national security spokesman John Kirby says President Joe Biden is “deeply concerned" about the release of classified documents on Israel’s preparation for a potential retaliatory attack on Iran.
U.S. House Report: "Stunning security failures" led to Trump assassination attempt
A U.S. House panel with members of both political parties has released its initial findings into the assassination attempt against former President Trump in Pennsylvania.
Gov. Kay Ivey to appoint new Montgomery County District Attorney
With last week's retirement of Montgomery County District Attorney Daryl Bailey, we are awaiting Gov. Kay Ivey to appoint a new district attorney.
Monday, Oct. 21 is deadline to register to vote in Alabama
Monday, October 21, is the deadline to register to vote in the November 5 General Election in Alabama.
Teenager injured in Saturday afternoon shooting in Montgomery
MPD made contact with a juvenile male victim who had non life-threatening injuries from a gunshot wound.
SweetCreek Market Festival brings young and old alike to Pike Road this weekend
SweetCreek Market's Festival had activities for people of all ages including hayrides, inflatables, farm animals to pet, and beautiful artwork for sale.
Prattville's Parade of Pumpkins returns for the sixth year
Last year more than 75,000 people attended Prattville's Parade of Pumpkins.
Active death investigation involving two scenes underway in Macon County
Multiple law enforcement agencies are investigating two deaths in Macon County.
Tallassee man killed in Elmore County crash
A Tallassee man has been killed in a single-car crash in Elmore County.
Morgan Academy coach Jacob Webb talks about Caden Tellier
Morgan Academy retired the jersey of Caden Tellier after the quarterback died in August. We spoke to head coach Jacob Webb to learn about Caden's story
Fiery head-on collision between two 18-wheelers kills one driver in Montgomery County
A fiery head-on crash between two 18-wheelers in Montgomery County killed the driver of one of the trucks.
At Home to close store at Eastdale Mall in Montgomery
Action 8 News has confirmed that the At Home store at Eastdale Mall in Montgomery will be closing.
What the Tech: Check out digital decorations for Halloween
Digital decorations look great and take up less space in your garage. Check out this digital ideas on decorating for Halloween.
What the Tech: How to set passwords that can't be hacked
Here's a free way to create passwords that could take a hacker trillions of years to crack but will be easy for you to remember.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Ivey wants state veterans affairs commissioner removed immediately
Despite Alabama Dept. of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Kent Davis' plans to resign at the end of the year, Gov. Kay Ivey wants him removed from his position immediately.
