Pay It Forward: Jalisa Rogers of Montgomery
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Selma-Dallas Co. Public Library kicks off summer program
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma-Dallas County Public Library kicked off its annual summer program this week. Scores of kids came out to the library's -- Petting Zoo and Popsicles event -- Wednesday…
Montgomery Regional Airport adds third non-stop flight to Dallas Ft. Worth
The Montgomery Regional Airport has announced that American Airlines is adding a third daily non-stop flight to the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.
WATCH: Montgomery Mayor, police address triple homicide on Troy Highway
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed and acting Police Chief John Hall spoke to the city at a news conference that Action 8 aired live Wednesday afternoon to address the triple homicide at a Hispanic grocery store on Troy Highway.
Rounds of showers/storms through Thursday; Dry, sunshine Friday
A few rounds of showers and storms appear possible through Thursday. One may arrive in west Alabama late Wednesday afternoon, and move through our area during the evening.
One killed, four injured in Elmore County crash
A three-vehicle crash in Elmore County has left a woman dead and four others injured, including a baby.
3 dead in Tuesday night shooting in Montgomery
The deadly shooting happened just before 9 p.m. Tuesday in the 4100 block of Troy Hwy
Crime, pay raises for MPD officers and city employees hot topics at Montgomery's City Council Meeting
Once again, crime was the main topic that Montgomery residents packed city hall to talk about Tuesday night.
Montgomery Police Academy graduates new officers
Over a dozen new law enforcement officers are set to hit the street in communities around the state after graduating from the Montgomery Police Academy. Sixteen new crime fighters walked across the stage at…
Three men arrested in Troy robbery
Troy police say they have arrested three men following a robbery.
Biden says he's restricting asylum to help "gain control" of U.S. border with Mexico
President Biden has unveiled plans to restrict people seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Jurors in Hunter Biden's federal gun trial see the document at center of the case
Hunter Biden has been charged with three felonies stemming from the purchase of the Colt revolver when he was, according to his memoir, addicted to crack.
Nick Saban to be Faulkner University's Benefit Dinner Speaker
Former University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban will be the speaker at Faulkner University's annual benefit dinner, the university has announced.
ONLY ON 8: Montgomery crime statistics show drastic uptick in property crimes in 2024
According to statistics obtained by Action 8 News, robberies at Montgomery businesses are up a whopping 180% from 2023, and the number of individuals who have been robbed has almost doubled from 81 in 2023 to 150 in 2024.
Marion residents speak out about water and sewage issues
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Ongoing water problems in the city of Marion have some residents there demanding answers from their city leaders. Residents are getting fed up with how long it's taking for the city's water and sewer issues…
Bill to rename Marion post office for Albert Turner, Sr. passes U.S. House
A bill to rename the post office in Marion in memory of civil rights leader Albert Turner, Sr. has passed the U.S. House.
Fauci grilled in U.S. House hearing over COVID origins and controversies
Dr. Anthony Fauci called it “simply preposterous” that Republicans in Congress said that he'd tried to cover up the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jury selected for Hunter Biden's federal firearms case
Hunter Biden is charged with three felonies stemming from a 2018 gun purchase when he was, according to his memoir, addicted to crack.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Cucumbers in Alabama, other states recalled
Cucumbers in 14 states, including Alabama, are being recalled over health concerns.
Two men charged with breaking into Dollar General in Montgomery
Two men have been charged with breaking into a Dollar General store in Montgomery.
Montgomery City Councilman Andrew Szymanski talks crime in the Capital City
Montgomery District 7 City Councilman Andrew Szymanski sat down with Ellis Eskew to talk about the city's crime issues.
Auburn police arrest Union Springs man for electronic solicitation of a child
Williams-Bell was transported to the Lee County Jail and held on an $30,000 bond.
Man recovering after a Sunday morning shooting in Montgomery
MPD determined the shooting happened in the 200 block of Burgwyn Road, which is just off the East South Boulevard.
CBS News Poll: Views of Trump unchanged following guilty verdict
A new CBS News poll shows that opinions of former President Trump are largely unchanged after he was found guilty at his "hush money" trial in New York City.
Man arrested after chase ends on Bell Road in Montgomery
A man faces several charges after Alabama State Troopers say he led him on a chase from Interstate 85 onto Bell Road.
