What the Tech: Why the U.S. has banned Kaspersky anti-virus software
If you're using Kaspersky anti-virus software, it's recommended to uninstall it and switch to a different anti-virus program.
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What the Tech: Should social media come with warning labels, restrictions?
The U.S. Surgeon General has proposed adding warning labels to social media platforms, similar to the ones found on cigarettes and alcohol.
2 dead, 6 injured in Pike County crash
Brundidge Police Chief Sam Green says the two-vehicle crash happened on County Road 4421 Thursday evening.
Life of WWII veteran Romay Davis of Montgomery remembered at funeral
The life of Romay Davis, a World War II veteran who was 104 years old when she died on June 21 in Montgomery, is being remembered by countless people who shared in her life of service to others.
MPD: Man in crisis creates incident in downtown Montgomery
Montgomery police have confirmed to Action 8 News that a man whom they say was in crisis created an incident downtown.
Contract signed to install septic tanks for Lowndes County residents
Action is being taken to help solve the long-running raw sewage issues in parts of Lowndes County.
Salvation Army in Montgomery welcomes its new leader
The newest commanding officer, Capt. Thomas Johnson, just recently moved to the City of Montgomery.
Supreme Court makes it harder to charge Capitol riot defendants with obstruction, charge Trump faces
The decision could be used as fodder for claims by Trump and his Republican allies that the Justice Department has treated the Capitol riot defendants unfairly.
Supreme Court allows cities to enforce bans on homeless people sleeping outside
In a 6-3 decision along ideological lines, the high court reversed a ruling by a San Francisco-based appeals court that found outdoor sleeping bans amount to cruel and unusual punishment.
Biden tries to confront Trump at debate but stirs Democratic panic about his candidacy
A raspy and sometimes halting President Joe Biden tried repeatedly to confront former President Donald Trump in their first debate ahead of the November election, which was held in Atlanta and hosted by CNN.
Selma students qualify for FBLA National Competition in Orlando
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A group of students from Selma City Schools are off to Orlando, Florida -- to represent the state of Alabama in the Future Business Leaders of America -- National…
Selma mayor announces community meetings for July
Selma Mayor James Perkins, Jr., has announced a series of community meetings that he hopes will inform residents of the performance and goals of various city departments.
Camp Hill man arrested for possession of child pornography
ALEA says the findings will be turned over to the Tallapoosa County District Attorney's Office.
Andalusia Ballet Welcomes the Harlem Dance Theatre
The Andalusia Ballet is offering a night if Big City performances as they welcome dancers from New York's Dance Theatre of Harlem.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Man arrested in Alexander City murder
Alexander City police have made an arrest in a fatal shooting at Benson's Community Center.
Dallas County attempted murder suspect arrested in Montgomery for a separate shooting
Jamarcus Hall was taken into custody on June 25.
Reward offered in Alexander City fatal shooting
The victim, 26-year-old, Chavorian Williams later died from his injuries at the hospital.
i-Team Investigates: 2016 cold case murder of Chauncey Robinson
A $5,000 reward is being offered any information that leads to an arrest.
National home improvement store awards Montgomery nonprofit with $120,000 grant
Lowe's Hometowns is awarding a $120,000 grant to Friendship Mission, Inc.
Vehicle pursuit in Millbrook ends with suspect in custody
The officers were attempting to stop an individual wanted on an outstanding arrest warrant for 3rd degree domestic violence charge.
Crews working to repair water main break in Macon County
The break is impacting residents along Macon County Road 27.
Construction of four-lane highway project could benefit Linden
From the West Alabama Newsroom... The historic construction of a north-south corridor in west Alabama is making significant progress. And it has Linden city officials excited about what it'll mean for the city. Linden…
Fist fight on ASU's campus prompts large police presence
ASU spokesperson Kenneth Mullinax tells Action 8 News the fist fight involved students from Pearl Academy, an alternative school.
Crimestoppers offering $1,000 reward for information in Tuskegee murder
Officers with the Tuskegee Police Departments, along with medics, responded around 1 a.m. that day to a shooting in the 200 block of East Martin Luther King Highway.
Subcontractor dies at Elmore County prison construction site
Officials with Caddell Construction tell Action 8 News that the unidentified man took a fall from the roof where he was working at the Specialized Men's Prison Facility.
