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The U.S. government is now requiring wireless phone companies to clearly label their phone plans. What should you look for?
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USPS searching for mail theft suspect in Troy
The U.S. Postal Service needs your help finding the person suspected of stealing mail from a delivery truck in Troy.
Louis Gossett Jr., first Black man to win supporting actor Oscar, dies at 87
Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar and who also won an Emmy for his role in the TV miniseries “Roots,” has died. He was 87.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Kia recalls more than 400,000 SUVs
Kia is recalling more than 427,000 of its SUVs because they can roll away while in park.
What's Happening: March 29-31
We're getting you ready for Easter with all kinds of events happening in the River Region!
Action 8's River Region Healthy Living Expo another big success
Thanks to all of you who came out to Eastdale Mall on Thursday to make Action 8's annual River Region Healthy Living Expo another big success.
Selma murder victim's mother unhappy with murder sentence
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The sentence handed down to a Selma man convicted of murder has left the victim's mother heartbroken -- and fuming. Lakeisha Leggett is grieving over the loss of her…
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Subaru recalling nearly 120,000 vehicles
Subaru is recalling nearly 120,000 vehicles over potentially faulty air bag sensors.
One person arrested, four others sought in Andalusia fight
Andalusia police say one person has been arrested as they seek four others after a fight that involved shots being fired.
Brundidge police make three arrests in theft case
Three people have been arrested in a theft case in Brundidge.
Former Sen. Joe Lieberman, Democrats’ vice-presidential nominee in 2000, dies at 82
Former U.S. Sen. Joe Lieberman of Connecticut, who was the vice presidential running mate with Democratic presidential nominee Al Gore in 2000 and who almost became Republican John McCain's running mate eight years later, has died, according to a statement issued by his family.
Selma ranks among Top 40 Micropolitan in the country for 2023
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma is recognized for its economic development success in 2023. Selma ranks among the Top 40 Micropolitan in the country for corporate expansion projects in Site…
Execution date set for man convicted of killing couple during Marion County robbery
Gov. Kay Ivey has set an execution date for a man convicted in the 2004 slaying of a couple during a robbery in Marion County.
Marion woman on the cusp of making history in Perry Co.
March is woman's history month. And a woman in Marion is on the verge of a historic first in Perry County.
Former River Region United Way Executive Director Jimmy Hill dies
The former longtime executive director of the River Region United Way has died.
Birmingham-Southern College announces it will close May 31
Birmingham Southern College has announced it will be closing due to financial problems.
Montgomery house fire under investigation
Investigators are looking into the cause of a fire that badly damaged a home in Montgomery.
One Year Later: Macon County tornado remembered
People in Macon County are remembering the one-year anniversary of the day an EF-2 tornado with winds of 125MPH hit their community.
One Year Later: Prattville tornado remembered
People in Prattville are remembering the first anniversary of a tornado that left part of the city with damage.
8 ON YOUR SIDE: Krispy Kreme doughnuts coming to McDonald's nationwide
Lovers of Krispy Kreme doughnuts will soon be able to buy them at McDonald's restaurants nationwide.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: FAA investigating Opelika plane crash involving Auburn student pilot
The crash involved a plane owned by Auburn University.
CAMPAIGN 2024: Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. picks Nicole Shanahan as VP running mate
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has chosen Nicole Shanahan as his vice presidential running mate as he mounts an independent bid for the White House.
Heart of Alabama Food Bank partners with local restaurants to fight child hunger
You can help make a difference Thursday, March 28 when you go out to eat in a place that you know is for a good cause.
Rain, some storms Tuesday, then sunshine through Friday
Rain and some storms continue Tuesday afternoon, mainly east of I-65. However, all storms remain sub-severe for the rest of the day
Dallas County deputies arrest suspect in rash of 18-wheeler break-ins
The Dallas County Sheriff's Office has arrested a suspect after a rash of 18-wheeler break-ins.
