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Azzie Oliver sworn in as Montgomery County's first African American District Attorney
The courtroom was packed as Azzie Oliver was sworn into office by Circuit Court Judge Johnny Hardwick. One after another, judges and county leaders stood up to praise Oliver.
Actor Clifton Davis visits historic church in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Multi-talented actor, singer, songwriter and minister -- Clifton Davis -- is in Alabama this week shooting an upcoming television special. Davis is the celebrity host of Justice-Sunday -- a…
Eclectic, Shorter to get recreation grant money
Eclectic and Shorter are two of the towns and cities that will receive federal grant money to make improvements to recreation.
Judge delays ruling on whether to scrap Trump's conviction in hush money case
A judge has postponed a decision on whether to undo President-elect Donald Trump’s conviction in his hush money case, after his lawyers called for freezing and ultimately dismissing the case so he can run the country.
Congress returns to unfinished business and a new Trump era in Washington
Congress is returning to Washington following the presidential election, as President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda is quickly taking shape,
Train hits truck in Macon County; driver injured
A tractor-trailer truck driver has been injured in Macon County after a collision with a train.
What the Tech: How to use tech to help the elderly
See some of the ways tech gadgets can offer solutions to stay connected and ensure the safety of aging parents and grandparents.
What the Tech: Is your TV spying on you?
Here's the kind of spying your Smart TV might be doing on you. Should you be scared?
Selma-Dallas Co. area honor the service of military veterans
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in the Dallas County area also paid tribute our military veterans Monday -- at a Veteran's Day ceremony in Selma. People gathered at Memorial Stadium to show their…
Montgomery celebrates Veterans Day with downtown parade, ceremony
The city of Montgomery celebrated veterans and those still in uniform with a huge Veterans Day celebration.
Tuskegee University making changes after mass shooting that killed one, injured 16
Tuskegee University officials are announcing changes following this weekend's mass shooting on campus that left one person dead and 16 others injured.
Motorcyclist dies in two-vehicle crash in Montgomery
The crash happened around 2:30 a.m. Sunday in the 3700 block of Norman Bridge Road.
Montgomery man dead in city's latest homicide
The fatal shooting happened around 11:02 p.m. Saturday in the 2900 block of Birmingham Highway.
Jones man dies in Autauga County crash
The crash occurred around 4:40 p.m. Saturday on Autauga County 45.
Fields scores 15 in Troy's 78-61 win against New Orleans
Troy will now continue its road trip against No. 16 Arkansas Wednesday.
Grambling holds off Alabama State after Brandon Gilliam misses a field goal in closing seconds
Kareem Keye was 16 of 28 for 280 yards passing and he also had two short touchdown runs for Alabama State (5-4, 4-2).
Jalen Milroe runs for career-high 185 yards and 4 TDs as No. 11 Alabama thrashes No. 14 LSU 42-13
The Tide will now host Mercer next Saturday.
Pike Road Intermediate School honors veterans at annual breakfast
Over 60 veterans from the town attended the breakfast.
Elmore County students launch weather balloon as part of International STEM Day
The balloon was launched from Wetumpka, climbed to over 80,000 feet before it burst and landed near Opelika.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Arrest made in Tuskegee University shooting that left 1 dead, 16 injured
University spokesperson Thonnia Lee tells Action 8 News that the shooting occurred early Sunday morning.
Local chefs compete at 8th annual East Family YMCA Wing Festival
The 8th annual East Family YMCA Wing Festival brought all types of chefs together to show off their skills.
Bobby Allison, NASCAR Hall of Famer and 3-time Daytona 500 winner, dies at 86
Bobby Allison, founder of racing’s “Alabama Gang” and a NASCAR Hall of Famer, died Saturday.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Missing runaway teen found safe
15-year-old Madison Gary-Kemp was last seen around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday at her home in Montgomery.
UA students participate in Selma Beautification Day
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Dozens of students from the University of Alabama were in the Queen City on Friday for Selma Beautification Day. The event is a community service project for students involved…
