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ACTION 8 UPDATE: Trees, power lines down after overnight storms
Action 8 News has several reports of trees and power lines being down after the strong to severe storms blew through the area overnight.
Alabama House approves bill to revamp the state ethics law
The Alabama House of Representatives has approved a revamp of the state ethics law that supporters say would provide clearer rules but is opposed by the attorney general who says it would make prosecutions more difficult.
Man injured in shooting near Eastdale Mall
A man was injured in a shooting near Eastdale Mall Tuesday afternoon.
River Region Animal Rescue caring for abused puppy with severe chemical burns
Local animal rescue cares for abused puppy who they believe had gasoline poured on him
Pay It Forward: Harold Bell of Lowndes County
Harold Bell is the mayor of the small town of Mosses in Lowndes County, but he takes helping people to a whole new level.
Lawsuit seeks to force ban on menthol cigarettes after delays by Biden administration
Anti-smoking groups are suing the federal government Tuesday over a long-awaited ban on menthol cigarettes, which has been idling at the White House for months.
Montgomery police seeking two robbery suspects
Montgomery police need your help finding two suspects wanted in the robbery of two businesses.
Conecuh County man added to U.S. Marshals' list of 15 most-wanted fugitives
The U.S. Marshals Service in Washington has added a Conecuh County man to its national 15 Most Wanted Fugitives List.
Trump posts $175 million bond as he appeals New York fraud penalty
Former President Donald Trump has posted a $175 million bond in his New York civil fraud case, preventing the state from seizing his assets while he appeals.
"U.S. Navy Week" Proclaimed in Montgomery in preparation for Blue Angels Air Show
In preparation for this weekend's Beyond the Horizon Air Show featuring the Blue Angels, Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed has proclaimed this to be "U.S. Navy Week" in the city.
Last survivor of USS Arizona from Pearl Harbor attack dies at 102
Lou Conter, the last living survivor of the USS Arizona battleship that exploded and sank during the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor, has died. He was 102.
Alex Murdaugh gets 40 years in federal prison for stealing from clients and his law firm
Former South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh has been sentenced to 40 years in federal prison for stealing from clients and his law firm. He is already serving a life sentence without parole in a state prison for killing his wife and son.
U.S. Navy demonstrates missions to Park Crossing students through virtual reality
For day one of Montgomery Navy Week, the U.S. Navy showcased their SEAL Virtual Reality Experience, also called Nimitz, to Park Crossing High School students.
Beyond the Horizon Air Show: What you need to know
The Beyond the Horizon Air Show, featuring the U.S. Navy's Blue Angels, takes place this weekend at Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery. Here's what to know as you plan your visit.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Millions of recalled Hyundai and Kia vehicles with a dangerous defect remain on the road
Last year, Hyundai and Kia recalled 3.4 million vehicles in the U.S., saying they risked catching fire, whether the engines were on or off. But most vehicles are still unrepaired.
Get ready for cicadas, in the biggest bug emergence in centuries
Trillions of red-eyed periodical cicadas are about to emerge in numbers not seen in decades and possibly centuries, including in Alabama.
April begins very warm; Rain, storms Tuesday night, then sunshine
April begins even warmer, with highs in the mid 80s Monday and Tuesday. Rain returns late Tuesday through Tuesday night, then our area trends drier and cooler late next week.
Biden criticized for his recognition of "Transgender Day of Visibility," which falls on Easter this year
President Biden is facing criticism from former President Trump's campaign and religious conservatives for proclaiming March 31 — which corresponds with Easter Sunday this year — as “Transgender Day of Visibility.”
ACTION 8 UPDATE: $1,000 reward offered in Montgomery homicide investigation
Central Alabama CrimeStoppers is offering a $1,000 reward in the hopes of solving a man's shooting death early Easter morning.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Search cancelled for missing woman in Crenshaw County
The Crenshaw County Sheriff’s Office has cancelled the search for a missing woman.
Beloved Montgomery woman celebrates 105th birthday
A Montgomery woman celebrated her 105th birthday Saturday surrounded by loved ones and well wishers.
Easter egg hunts bring hundreds of children to parks across the Capitol City
Hundreds of children had a blast Saturday as they hunted for eggs at several Easter celebrations in the Capitol City
15 year old arrested for possessing and firing stolen gun in Millbrook
Millbrook police responded to a report of three thirteen to fifteen year-olds allegedly shooting a firearm in a field between two densely populated apartment complexes
Selma High grad gives back and aims to inspire students
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A former Selma High student is giving back to the school -- and trying to motivate the next generation of entrepreneurs. Alkaline Lyfe CEO Malcolm Crittenden donated a pallet…
