Montgomery city leaders considering a curfew to combat crime
The recent increase in crime in Montgomery now has city officials considering a curfew.
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What's Happening: July 19-21
Can you really celebrate Christmas in Wetumpka this weekend?
Stolen car recovered after two Montgomery men were arrested in Mobile County
Mobile County Sheriff Paul Burch tells Action 8 News that deputies conducted a traffic stop Wednesday on I-10 near the Alabama Welcome Center.
Conservative pundit Lou Dobbs dies at 78
He hosted “Lou Dobbs Tonight” on FOX Business from 2011 to 2021, following two separate stints at CNN.
Comedian Bob Newhart, deadpan master of sitcoms and telephone monologues, dies at 94
Jerry Digney, Newhart's publicist, says the actor died Thursday in Los Angeles after a series of short illnesses.
Rain chances remain elevated for the foreseeable future
It may take longer for storms to get going Thursday, but they most likely become scattered about by the evening.
Obama, Pelosi and Democrats make a fresh push for Biden to consider dropping out of presidential race
Democrats at the highest levels are making a critical push for President Biden to reconsider his reelection bid before the Democratic National Convention.
Man shot and killed on West South Boulevard in Montgomery
Montgomery police have launched a homicide investigation following a man's shooting death.
Mental Health Concerns Rising for Men
Mental health concerns are rising for men who may have trouble expressing their feelings.
Selma man wanted by authorities in the death of a Perry Co. man
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A missing person case in Perry County has become a murder investigation in Dallas County. And now authorities need your help to find a wanted suspect in the case.…
President Biden tests positive for COVID
President Biden has tested positive for COVID-19, the White House has confirmed.
Opelika business heavily damaged in fire
A home building company in downtown Opelika has been heavily damaged by fire.
Elevated daily rain chances reduce the summer heat
Showers and storms became widely scattered prior to midday Wednesday. Additional showers and storms form during the afternoon, and linger into the evening.
Second fatal shooting in same Montgomery neighborhood on same day
Montgomery police are investigating a second fatal shooting in the Carriage Hills neighborhood.
Tuskegee syphilis study whistleblower Peter Buxtun dies at 86
Peter Buxtun, the whistleblower who revealed that the U.S. government allowed hundreds of Black men in rural Alabama to go untreated for syphilis in what became known as the Tuskegee study, has died. He was 86.
Childersburg man arrested in June 23 homicide in Alexander City
With the assistance of the United States Marshals Task Force, investigators were able to locate Bealey in Kent County, Michigan.
Pay It Forward: Amanda Wesson of Montgomery
Amanda Wesson started a porch pantry a few years ago to help out with food, hygiene items, and clothing for those in need.
Montgomery police officer charged, relieved of duty
The Montgomery Police Department has announced that an off-duty officer has been charged with harassment.
Selma woman accused of embezzling tens of thousands of dollars
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma woman is accused of stealing tens of thousands of dollars -- from the company she worked for. Fifty-eight year old Linda Andrews has been arrested and charged…
8 ON YOUR SIDE: Amazon Prime Day is a big event for scammers, experts warn
Amazon Prime Day is here, and experts are reminding consumers to be wary of scams.
Alabama Sales Tax Holiday Weekend: July 19-21
The state of Alabama is holding its 19th annual back to school sales tax holiday weekend.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Arrest made in Alexander City murder
Alexander City police have arrested a man in another man's shooting death.
Tallapoosa County Sheriff's Office launches app
The Tallapoosa County Sheriff's office has launched a smartphone app that's designed to keep people safe and better informed.
Groundbreaking set for GolfSuites in Opelika
This will be the first location in Alabama.
Man robbed inside his Montgomery home
Montgomery police are searching for suspects after a man was robbed inside his own home.
