Spring season underway at Montgomery Whitewater
The festivities got underway Saturday morning with rafting and paddling.
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Governor Kay Ivey hosts annual Magic Moments Easter Egg Roll
Children had the opportunity to hunt for eggs on the grounds on the mansion, while spending time with some of their favorite Disney characters and, of course, the Easter Bunny.
Hundreds attend Zoo Weekend at Montgomery Zoo
Sunday's Zoo Weekend festivities were canceled due to overnight rain, but the zoo will remain open for visitors.
Zoo Weekend festivities at the Montgomery Zoo canceled due to rain
The regular zoo operations will remain open for the day.
Judge delays Trump’s Manhattan criminal trial until mid-April, due to last-minute evidence dump
The judge agreed to a 30-day delay after Trump's lawyers complained that they only recently started receiving more than 100,000 pages of documents from a previous federal investigation.
What's Happening: March 15-17
It's a full weekend of SLE Rodeo action at Garrett Coliseum, Zoo Weekend at the Montgomery Zoo and the start of the season at Montgomery Whitewater!
Prosecutor leaves Georgia election case against Trump after relationship with district attorney
A special prosecutor who had a romantic relationship with Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has formally withdrawn from the Georgia election interference case against former President Donald Trump after a judge ruled he had to leave or Willis couldn't continue to pursue the charges.
Opelika police asking for any information regarding 2001 cold case
Central Alabama Crime Stoppers is offering a $5,000 reward for any information leading to an arrest.
2024 SLE Rodeo now underway in Montgomery
The 2024 SLE Rodeo runs from March 15-17 at Garrett Coliseum in Montgomery.
Students at Autauga County Schools celebrate International Day
International Day allowed the students to visit up to 38 countries in one day.
New details released regarding multi-million dollar grant for Selma to Montgomery Historic Trail
It is the largest competitive federal grant ever presented to the city.
Two arrested on drug-related charges in Alexander City
At the checkpoint, the driver of a black Impala fled the area traveling south on Comer Street, initiating a short pursuit.
Selma man convicted of manslaughter in toddler's 2017 death
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The verdict is in -- in the trial of a Selma man accused in the death of a toddler. A jury convicted Tristan Dial of manslaughter in the case -- after deliberating for less than…
Judge: Fulton County D.A. Fani Willis must step aside or remove special prosecutor in Trump case
Fulton County, Georgia, District Attorney Fani Willis must step aside from the election interference case against former President Donald Trump or remove the special prosecutor with whom she had a romantic relationship before the case can proceed, the judge overseeing it has ruled.
Man dead after Thursday evening shooting in Montgomery
Montgomery Police say a man was shot and killed on Thursday.
Post office in Luverne temporarily closed due to burst pipe
A burst pipe has forced the post office in Luverne to temporarily close.
Parents raise concerns about conditions at two Selma schools
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Concerned parents of students in the Selma City School District -- reach out to Action 8 News -- over conditions at two schools. A plumbing issue at Selma High…
Prosecutors say they're open to delaying Trump's March 25 hush-money trial for a month
Prosecutors say they are open to delaying the start of former President Trump's New York hush-money criminal trial by a month to give his lawyers time to review evidence they only recently obtained.
Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin says he's putting together investor group to buy TikTok
Former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says he will put together a group to buy TikTok after the U.S. House passed a bill that would ban the platform in the U.S. if its China-based owner does not sell its stake.
What the Tech: Some Roku accounts hacked, with personal information sold
Cybercriminals are selling the personal information of hacked Roku accounts for as little as 50 cents each.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Best Buy recalling 287,000 air fryers
Best Buy is recalling 287,000 air fryers following complaints of fires, overheating, melting and glass shattering.
What the Tech: Are hidden cameras spying on you in hotels, rental properties?
Airbnb is banning indoor security cameras from its rental listings, but there are other places you should check when you're away from home.
Monument unveiled at Tuskegee University to remember Henrietta Lacks and her impact on polio fight
A monument has been unveiled at Tuskegee University in remembrance of Henrietta Lacks and how HeLa cells transformed the fight against polio.
Montgomery Whitewater kicks off the Spring season this weekend
This season will feature various events, including concerts, local, national and international competitions (including the US Olympic Team trials) and family-friendly festival-style events.
SLE Rodeo Week kicks off with Miracle Rodeo
The annual private event is for people who are having to deal with long term illness, disabilities and/or other challenges.
