An estimated 1,800 students will repeat third grade under new Alabama reading law
An estimated 1,800 Alabama students will repeat third grade because of low reading scores under a new state requirement.
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Costly copper thefts under investigation in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas County Sheriff's Office needs your help to find a man wanted for stealing copper -- and causing thousands of dollars in damage in the process. Investigators are…
Montgomery Whitewater Olympic qualifier wins bronze in Paris
Action 8 News spoke with Montgomery Whitewater officials about Leibfarth's feat and what it means for the park.
Pike Road students head back to class
This year is a special one for the school system as it is now a decade old.
Students at MPS schools head back to class
The start of school is an exciting time for students and teachers.
i-TEAM COLD CASE: Murder of Rufus McCants
A 67-year-old man was shot and killed on July 3, 2202, in Montgomery. So far, police have no clues about where he was shot or who shot him.
What's Happening: August 9-11
School has started in many areas, but there's still time for some back-to-school celebrations this weekend!
Tuskegee man arrested on multiple charges in Auburn
A Tuskegee man has been arrested in Auburn on multiple charges.
Woman killed in one-car wreck in Montgomery
A woman has been killed in a one-car crash in Montgomery.
Investigators: Suspects in plot on Taylor Swift concerts were inspired by Islamic State group
Both suspects in a foiled plot to attack Taylor Swift shows in Austria appeared to have been inspired by the Islamic State group and al-Qaida, investigators say.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Samsung recalls 1.1 million stoves
Samsung is recalling more than 1.12 million stoves after reports of 250 fires and dozens of injuries.
Dallas Co. School students head back to school
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas County School system kicked off the start of a new school year Wednesday morning. Superintendent Anthony Sampson stopped by each school in the district -- to make…
Helicopter crash at Fort Novosel kills one and injures another, Dale County coroner says
A helicopter crash at Fort Novosel on Wednesday afternoon killed one person and injured another, the Dale County coroner who was called to the scene said.
Vehicles in McGehee Estates burglarized, one truck shot multiple times
A woman who heard the shooting at 2 a.m. and called 911 tells us police never showed up.
Wanted Dallas Co. murder suspect turns himself in
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A wanted murder suspect is behind bars tonight -- accused in the death of a 23 year old Perry County man. Thirty year old Anthony Finney of Selma --…
Civil rights attorney Fred Gray honored in Montgomery
The life and work of civil rights attorney Fred Gray is being honored in Montgomery.
Troy man charged with attempted murder
Troy police have made an arrest in the shooting of a 17-year-old male.
Montgomery man charged with capital murder, attempted murder
A Montgomery man faces charges of capital murder and attempted murder after a fatal shooting.
Alabama to move forward with nitrogen gas execution after lawsuit settlement
Alabama is scheduled to proceed with its second nitrogen gas execution after the state reached a settlement agreement with attorneys for death row inmate Alan Miller.
Pike Road Schools teachers prepare for upcoming school year
Pike Road Schools is celebrating 10 years this school year.
Montgomery City Councilor Andrew Szymanski discusses crime, blight in the city
Montgomery District 7 City Councilman Andrew Szymanski stopped by Action 8 News Monday to discuss a series of topics.
Toyota of Montgomery presents van to Amy Dicks, who was left paralyzed after shooting
Amy Dicks, who was left paralyzed when she was caught in the crossfire during a shootout between people in two vehicles on Atlanta Highway, has received a handicapped-accessible van from a Montgomery car dealership.
Group remembers first anniversary of Montgomery riverfront brawl
A group called Feminine Flow Experience organized an event to remember the first anniversary of the Montgomery riverfront brawl.
Montgomery police launch homicide investigation after shooting victim dies
Montgomery police have launched a homicide investigation following a man's shooting death.
Campaign 2024: Harris selects Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as running mate
Vice President Kamala Harris has picked Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to be her running mate, turning to a Midwestern governor, military veteran and union supporter.
