Legislature approves $9.3 billion education budget, including teacher pay raise
The Alabama Legislature has approved a teacher pay raise as part of a new $9.3 billion Education Trust Fund budget.
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Sunshine returns Friday, mainly dry Mother's Day weekend
The rest of Friday looks mainly dry, with sunshine during the afternoon. Temperatures warm into the low and mid 80s. Humidity decreases as winds turn to the northwest.
Saying goodbye to Montgomery's Sidney Lanier High School
The end of an era: Montgomery's Sidney Lanier High School gets ready to close its doors forever on May 24
Special Education teacher honored in Wilcox Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A special education teacher in Wilcox County calls it quits after more than four decades in the classroom. Wilcox Central High School Special Education teacher Archye Anderson is retiring…
3 Degree Guarantee: Alabama Shakespeare Festival gets $1,300 check
Action 8 News and the Johnny Adams Law Firm are giving away another 3 Degree Guarantee check to a local non-profit.
What the Tech App of the Day: Clapper
If TikTok is banned in the U.S., check out the Clapper app, which is similar to TikTok, with some twists.
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office assists MPD during officer shortage
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office assists MPD in covering commercial areas with high pedestrian traffic during officer shortage
Lee County teacher charged with hitting student
A teacher at Loachapoka Elementary School in Lee County has been charged with hitting a student.
Minter man arrested in Montgomery homicide case
Police say 18-year-old Keehsar Henderson, of Minter, is charged with capital murder in the shooting death of 52-year-old Christopher Manuel.
Barbour County man killed in Pike County crash
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency says the crash happened just before 7:00 a.m. on Alabama 130 near the 5 mile marker, approximately 6 miles east of Banks.Â
Strong to severe storms possible Thursday and Thursday night
An organized cluster of storms, or Mesoscale Convective System (MCS) may develop to our west Thursday evening. It may race west to east across our area Thursday night. Damaging wind gusts could be more common and widespread due to these storms.
Elmore County teacher named the 2024-2025 Alabama Teacher of the Year
Stringfellow will serve as the state's official ambassador for public education and the teaching profession.Â
Montgomery man charged in high speed chase
According to court documents obtained by Action 8 News, 20-year-old Carlos Rene Maldonado-Chavez has been charged with attempting to elude, possession of a controlled substance and possession of marijuana.
Man charged in Montgomery shooting
A man has been charged in a shooting in Montgomery.
Gov. Kay Ivey signs bill putting deadlines in state's open records law
Gov. Kay Ivey has signed legislation that would put response deadlines in the state's open records law.
Alabama lawmakers approve stiffer penalties for falsely reporting crime
Alabama lawmakers voted to stiffen penalties for making a false report to law enforcement, legislation that follows a kidnapping hoax that drew national attention.
Selma Police investigate city's 2nd homicide of the year
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Police are investigating the city's second homicide of the year -- following a fatal shooting in the city Friday night. "I just can't believe it." Pauline Chaney…
Summer-like heat continues, severe storms possible Thursday
Some storms may become strong to severe Thursday, capable mainly of damaging wind and hail. The second round of storms during the evening and night looks like it could be more intense.
Gambling bill remains stalled in the Alabama Senate
Gambling legislation remains stalled in the Alabama Senate with members expressing doubt that it will get another vote in the closing hours of the legislative session.
Gov. Kay Ivey to sign fiscal 2025 General Fund Budget
The Alabama Legislature has given final approval to the 2025 General Fund Budget, which totals about $3.4 billion.
Montgomery City Council meeting filled with citizens concerned about crime
Residents pack Montgomery's City Hall to voice concerns about crime and violence in the city. One resident shared video of a shootout that he says happened in his neighborhood.
Alabama Legislature approves tax breaks for businesses that help employees afford child care
Alabama lawmakers gave final approval to legislation to provide state tax breaks to businesses that help their employees afford childcare.
Alabama Senate committee delays vote on ethics legislation
An Alabama Senate committee on Tuesday delayed action on a proposed revamp of the state ethics law after opposition from both the state attorney general and the head of the state ethics commission.
Judge in Trump's classified documents case cancels May trial date; no new date set
The federal judge in Florida presiding over the classified documents prosecution of former President Donald Trump has canceled the May 20 trial date, postponing it indefinitely.
Pay It Forward: Tina Fuller of Rockford
Tina Fuller works as the youth and choir minister at Rockford Baptist Church. She also helps run a food ministry called Manna Ministries.
