Two tractor-trailers hit by gunfire on Interstate 85 in Macon County
Two tractor-trailers have been struck by gunfire on Interstate 85 in Macon County in what the drivers described as ambush-style attacks.
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Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed speaks on interim police chief
Action 8 News asked Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed about interim Police Chief John Hall and what residents can expect in the future.
Mayors of Montgomery, Selma hold anti-crime summit
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed and Selma Mayor James Perkins, Jr., are coming together to host a summit to fight violent crime in their cities.
8 ON YOUR SIDE: Target to add cameras to self-checkout registers
Target says it will be adding cameras to combat theft at self-checkout registers.
CAMPAIGN 2024: Trump says Arizona abortion law goes "too far"
Former President Donald Trump urged Arizona lawmakers to remedy a near-total abortion ban that he declared “went too far.”
What the Tech: You will now see labels detailing costs from internet providers
Internet service providers must now display labels similar to what we see on cereal boxes and potato chips, outlining their costs.
What the Tech: Meta smart sunglasses -- do they work?
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, and Ray-Ban have introduced smart sunglasses that can take photos and videos.
Alabama Ethics Commission member resigns after making campaign contributions
A member of the Alabama Ethics Commission has resigned after acknowledging that he might have broken a state law by making campaign contributions.
Alabama House approves bill to define sex based on reproductive systems, not identity
The Alabama House of Representatives has approved a bill that would define who is considered a man or a woman under state law, saying it must be based on reproductive systems and not gender identity.
Second suspect charged in fatal shooting of a Montgomery man
The fatal shooting happened around 10:39PM on November 21 in the 3400 block of Fountain Circle.
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CAMPAIGN 2024 Runoff Day: Meet the candidates in the District 2 Congressional runoffs
Meet the two Democrats and two Republicans running in the April 16 runoffs for the U.S. House District 2 seat, which covers Montgomery and stretches from Phenix City westward to include part of Mobile.
MMFA's Flimp Festival to take place this Saturday
MMFA says the annual event will take place on Saturday, April 13 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at its facility on One Museum Drive.
Memorial held for Montgomery County Sheriff's Deputy Jermyius Young
A celebration of life memorial was held Thursday evening for Montgomery County Sheriff's Deputy Jermyius Young, who was killed a wreck.
Easterseals Central Alabama to hold annual Autism Crawfish Boil this weekend
20th Annual Autism Crawfish Boil will take place on Saturday, April 13 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Riverwalk Stadium.
Valiant Cross Academy students get lessons at Montgomery Whitewater
Students at Valiant Cross Academy got a behind-the-scenes tour of Montgomery Whitewater.
Habitat for Humanity dedicates home to Montgomery family
Montgomery Habitat for Humanity has dedicated a new home to a family.
CAMPAIGN 2024: Meet Republican Congressional candidate Caroleene Dobson
Action 8 News is getting you ready for the April 16 runoffs in the District 2 Congressional race. Meet Republican candidate Caroleene Dobson.
Montgomery County Parks & Recreation Department to host health & wellness fairs
The fairs, which are free and open to the public, will take place on April 13 and April 20.
MPD: Juvenile female killed in vehicle vs. pedestrian accident
The driver, who was uninjured, remained on the scene.
Uprooted tree destroys Burnsville man's home in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Strong winds during Wednesday's severe weather event -- blew a tree over and onto the home of a handicapped Dallas County man. Seventy-seven year old James Hatfield -- his…
Popular Korean restaurant, 'bb.q Chicken,' brings their delicious fried chicken to Montgomery
bb.q stands for 'the Best of the Best Quality' and they have over 150 locations across the country.
Instagram begins blurring nudity in messages to protect teens and fight sexual extortion
Instagram says it's using new tools to protect young people and combat sexual extortion, including a feature that will automatically blur nudity in direct messages.
Three arrested at Staton Prison on contraband charges
The Alabama Department of Corrections says two women and a juvenile male are charged with trying to bring contraband into Staton Prison in Elmore.
Demopolis-based lumber company expanding to Coosa County
Governor Kay Ivey announced Thursday that Two Rivers Lumber Co. LLC plans to invest $115 million to build a state-of-the-art sawmill in Kellyton.
CAMPAIGN 2024: Meet Republican Congressional candidate Dick Brewbaker
Action 8 News is getting you ready for the April 16 runoffs in the District 2 Congressional race. Meet Republican candidate Dick Brewbaker.
