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Mercedes-Benz workers in Tuscaloosa County vote no to unionizing
Workers at two Mercedes-Benz factories near Tuscaloosa have voted overwhelmingly against joining the United Auto Workers.
Alabama Shakespeare Festival Announces 2024-25 Season
Running from September 2024 to August 2025, organizers say audiences will have the opportunity to see stories that probe humanity's courage, conscience and conviction.Â
Opelika man charged with possession of child porn
The Lee County Sheriff's Office tells Action 8 News that on May 16, their office received information about possible voyeurism and child pornography.
Mother whose son was killed by gun violence in Montgomery works to get parents involved in fighting crime
She started the non-profit organization as a way to deal with her grief after her son was tragically shot and killed in Montgomery
Perry Co. Sheriff warns residents about phone scammers
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Perry County Sheriff is warning people in the county to beware of phone scammers who are targeting the area. Sheriff Billy Jones says the scammers are calling people…
Michael Cohen pressed on his crimes and lies at Trump hush money trial
Lawyers for former President Trump have pressed former attorney Michael Cohen on his criminal history and past lies as they worked to convince jurors not to believe the star witness' pivotal testimony.
Auburn man sentenced to 8 years in prison for child pornography
The judge also ordered Tessier to serve five years of supervised released following the prison term.
Online state surplus property auction starts May 18
The auction will begin at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday and run through 6 p.m. on Sunday, May 26.Â
Montgomery Greek Festival to take place on June 1
Organizers say this is a great opportunity to sample Greek food and culture without having to leave the River Region.
Reward increased in death of Montgomery woman on Mother's Day
Police say the fatal shooting happened just after 7:00 p.m. in the 4200 block of Cobbington Road in Montgomery.
Pleasant Thursday, heavy rain, severe storms possible Friday
Some storms may become strong to severe Friday. The storm prediction center places a slight (level 2/5) severe risk across southwest Alabama Friday and Friday night.
U.S. Attorney Jonathan Ross discusses violent crimes
U.S. Attorney Jonathan Ross sat down with Action 8 News earlier this week.Â
Montgomery City Council District 6 Town Hall Meeting
A town hall meeting was held Tuesday for Montgomery residents of District 6 to speak directly with city leaders.
Selma murder & assault suspect turns herself in to police
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma woman wanted for murder and assault -- is now in police custody -- waiting to go before a judge. Interim Chief Natasha Fowlkes says 29-year-old Taylor Thomas…
Montgomery Zoo hosts Spring Animal Enrichment Day this weekend
The Montgomery Zoo is also hosting its Spring Magical Creatures Education Program from 10:00 a.m. to noon that day.Â
Auburn police arrest two on gambling-related charges
The arrests stems from an investigation that started involving an illegal gambling operation at a business in the 2400 block of East Glenn Avenue.
NWS confirms an EF-2 tornado hit parts of Butler County on May 10
The EF-2 tornado was said to have winds at 115 miles per hour.Â
Pike Road Crawfish Boil postponed until June 1
The 12th Annual Pike Road Patriot Fund Crawfish Boil has been postponed due to this weekend's inclement weather.
Pleasant mid-May weather Wednesday, Thursday; Storms Friday
Wednesday and Thursday look pleasant across central and south Alabama. Each day remains rain-free, with a partly to mostly sunny sky. Temperatures peak in the mid 80s Wednesday afternoon, with a brisk west wind.
Hundreds attend dinner and auction to raise funds for Montgomery shooting victim's recovery
Several hundred people gathered in Montgomery County to help raise money for Amy Dicks' extensive medical bills stemming from serious injuries she received in an April 12 shooting on the Atlanta Highway
Pay It Forward: Lewis Washington of Wetumpka
Paying it forward to others comes naturally for Lewis Washington of Wetumpka. When people need him they know they can count on him.
Governor signs legislation for new state healthcare high school
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Governor Kay Ivey signs legislation creating the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences in Demopolis. With the stroke of a pen, Governor Kay Ivey took an idea years in the…
Groundbreaking ceremony set for the new Pike Road High School
The ceremony will take place on Wallahatchie Road across from the water tower.
Five sentenced on federal charges of robbing two Montgomery cell phone stores
Five people have been sentenced for robbing two cell phone stores at gunpoint in Montgomery.
