Gov. Kay Ivey starts Back to School Tour at Carver Elementary in Montgomery
Gov. Kay Ivey has started her Back to School Tour by visiting Carver Elementary and Arts Magnet School in Montgomery.
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What's Happening: September 12-14
It may not feel like it, but fall is in the air with plenty of outdoor events happening in the River Region this weekend!
Montgomery man sentenced in death of two-year-old son
A Montgomery man will spend the rest of his life in prison for the murder of his two-year-old son.
FBI releases photos of person of interest in Charlie Kirk's assassination at Utah college
Federal investigators have released photos of a person of interest in the assassination of conservative political leader Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University.
1 dead, 1 in custody after fatal shooting in Tuskegee
It happened Thursday morning in the 2900 block of Pruitt Court.
Americans nationwide mark the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks
Nearly a quarter century has passed since the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on America, but for many, the emotions of the day remain raw as ever.
Council on Substance Abuse launches campaign to fight suicide
The Montgomery-based Council on Substance Abuse has started a new campaign to fight suicide.
Gov. Kay Ivey addresses the future of education in Alabama
Gov. Kay Ivey has addressed education leaders about how to best shape the future of education in Alabama.
Tuskegee University police chief relieved of duty
Officials with the university tell Action 8 News that Joshua Phillips is no longer on the job.
City of Montgomery honors 9/11 heroes through ceremony
Montgomery first responders joined the city Thursday morning in honoring the victims of 9/11/01 in a ceremony in downtown Montgomery.
ALEA: Threat made to Alabama State University campus was false
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency says the threat made to Alabama State University that caused classes to be canceled was false.
Alabama native Polly Holliday, TV's "Flo," dies at 88
Jasper native Polly Holliday, a Tony Award-nominated screen and stage actor who turned the catchphrase “Kiss my grits!” into a national retort on the long-running CBS sitcom “Alice,” has died. She was 88.
What the Tech: why you should install the new I-Phone update
iOS 26 has a lot of new features. Some of them you will love and some of them you'll dislike so much you'll want to go back to the previous iOS.
Funeral arrangements announced for retired Auburn University professor killed in assault
Funeral arrangements have been announced for Dr. Julie Gard Schnuelle, the retired Auburn University professor who was killed in an assault at a park.
Opelika man injured in Auburn assault
Auburn police received a call Wednesday regarding an assault that occurred in the area of the 700 block of East Glenn Avenue.
Montgomery County Jail Renovations Slash Plumbing Costs, Add Educational Programs
The 90,000-square-foot jail, which is more than 40 years old, has long struggled with failing infrastructure. Now, it has new promise.
LBW Community College hosts Community Talk Back to bring recognition to World Suicide Prevention Day
World Suicide Prevention Day is a day set aside to provide resources to families with loved ones who may face issues dealing with depression and or substance abuse.
National non-profit acquires Selma landmark to preserve history
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Conservation Fund announced the acquisition of a historical landmark in downtown Selma to help preserve it's history. The Edistone Hotel was in serious danger of caving in…
City of Montgomery opens Freedom Village senior housing development
The City of Montgomery and other groups are celebrating the opening of Freedom Village, which the city says offers affordable housing for people aged 55 and up.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Ford recalls almost 1.5 million vehicles due to rear camera issue
Ford is recalling almost 1.5 million vehicles in the United States because of rear view camera issues.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Conservative activist Charlie Kirk shot and killed at Utah college event
Charlie Kirk, the CEO and co-founder of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA, was shot and killed at an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah.
Fire heavily damages Vivian O'Nay boutique on U.S. Highway 231, daycare evacuated
A fire at Vivian O'Nay boutique on U.S. Highway 231 between Montgomery and Wetumpka has heavily damaged the business.
Juvenile injured in Montgomery shooting
It happened around 12:16 a.m. Wednesday in the 4900 block of Hatton Avenue.
Montgomery man arrested for sexual abuse of a child
Story was taken into custody and charged with Sexual Abuse of a Child Less than 12.
Montgomery Fire/Rescue investigating house fire on Chestnut Street
The Montgomery Fire/Rescue Department is looking into a fire that severely damaged a house.
