Heart of Alabama Food Bank brings food to the people of south Montgomery County
The Heart of Alabama Food Bank has hosted a mobile pantry in south Montgomery County.
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Hamas' top political leader killed in Iran in strike that risks triggering regional war
Hamas' top political leader was killed by an airstrike in the Iranian capital. Iran's supreme leader blamed Israel and vowed revenge.
Publix opens store in Wetumpka
Wetumpka city leaders gathered to cut the ribbon on a new Publix grocery story on U.S. Highway 231.
Very hot, humid; Only isolated showers, storms as August begins
Peak heat indices range from 108 to 112° Wednesday afternoon. Only isolated showers or storms form during the afternoon, so many contend with mid-90° temperatures all afternoon
Families say Alabama inmates' bodies were returned without internal organs
Six families who had loved ones die in the Alabama prison system have filed lawsuits saying their family members’ bodies were returned to them missing internal organs.
The Hub, consolidated homeless center, opens in Montgomery
The city of Montgomery and Montgomery County are opening a new consolidated center to help the homeless, called The Hub.
Selma residents want an end to sporadic garbage pickup
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma has had an ongoing problem with garbage pick-up -- and residents are getting fed up with the situation -- and they want city leaders to…
Pay It Forward: Rosetta Johnson of Montgomery
Rosetta Johnson has a non-profit organization called Caps and Socks, Inc.. You can find her delivering caps and socks to the elderly and homeless throughout the River Region.
Montgomery Lions Club opens children's sensory trail at riverfront with help from city
The Montgomery Lions Club has opened a Children's Sensory Trail on the riverfront with help from the city.
83-year-old former Alabama lawmaker sentenced to 13 months in federal prison
Former State Rep. John Rogers of Birmingham has been sentenced to 13 months in federal prison on charges of federal conspiracy and obstruction of justice.
What the Tech: How to avoid becoming the victim of a smishing scam
Smishing scams, delivered through text aim to trick you into calling a number or clicking a link, often leading to financial losses.
Norah O'Donnell to step down from CBS Evening News
CBS Evening News anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell has announced that she will step down from the anchor desk after election day to take on a new role at the network.
Acting Secret Service director says he's "ashamed" after Trump assassination attempt
The Secret Service’s acting director says he considers it indefensible that the roof used by the gunman in the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump was unsecured.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Montgomery police make arrest in fatal shooting
Montgomery police have made an arrest after a fatal shooting.
Downtown facade enhancement grants available in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Downtown revitalization continues to be a major focus in the city of Selma. Now there's a grant available -- to give some downtown businesses -- a face-lift. The Selma Redevelopment Authority is offering facade enhancement…
Asher HaVon talks about national TV exposure, upcoming Selma concert
Recording artist Asher HaVon appeared on Action 8 News to talk about his national TV exposure and his upcoming concert in Selma.
Some drivers ticketed for speeding in Tuskegee to get refunds
Hundreds of drivers who paid fines from speeding cameras in Tuskegee will get full refunds, the mayor confirmed.
TIME Magazine names Montgomery Whitewater one of its "World's Greatest Places"
TIME Magazine has named Montgomery Whitewater as one its "World's Greatest Places" for 2024.
FBI: Trump agrees to be interviewed about assassination attempt
Former President Donald Trump has agreed to be interviewed by the FBI as part of an investigation into his attempted assassination.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Alabama prison commissioner responds to complaints
The Alabama Department of Corrections, which faces criticism from families of inmates, says it's working to address ongoing challenges in the state prison system.
Biden unveils plan to change U.S. Supreme Court
President Joe Biden has unveiled a long-awaited proposal for changes at the U.S. Supreme Court, calling on Congress to establish term limits and an enforceable ethics code for the court's nine justices.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Second arrest made in Montgomery County murder
A second person has now been charged with a man's murder in Montgomery County.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Police identify pedestrian struck, killed by 18-wheeler in Montgomery
Montgomery police have identified the pedestrian who was struck and killed by an 18-wheeler in Montgomery.
Rain chances decrease as the calendar turns from July to August
Monday's weather looks very similar to the weekend. Showers and storms become scattered to numerous during the afternoon.
