Biden uses State of the Union to contrast with Trump, sell voters on a second term
For 68 minutes in the House chamber, Biden goaded Republicans over their policies on immigration, taxes and more.
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Alabama Republicans push through anti-diversity, equity and inclusion bill, absentee ballot limits
Representatives approved both bills on 75-28 party-line votes after Republicans moved to cut off debate.
Alabama Senate approves lottery, gambling bill, final outlook unclear
If the Senate proposal is approved by both chambers of the Alabama Legislature, the proposal would go before voters on Sept. 10.
Selma brick manufacturer cited for hazardous work conditions
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has cited a Selma brick manufacturer for exposing workers to respiratory hazards on the job.
Alabama Senate begins debating lottery, gambling bill
If approved by both chambers of the Alabama Legislature, the proposal would go before voters on Sept. 10.
1 dead, 2 injured in Autauga County crash
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency tells Action 8 News that the accident happened on Alabama 14 near the 142 mile marker, approximately one mile east of Autaugaville.
The Shepherd's Table Services Approximately 1300 Families in Butler County per Month
According to Feed America 1 in 5 people face hunger in every county within the state of Alabama.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Legislature approves school choice bill, sending it to Gov. Kay Ivey for her signature
The Alabama Legislature has given final approval to the CHOOSE Act, Gov. Kay Ivey's education savings account bill.
Biden hopes to use State of the Union address to show he's up to the job
Biden's State of the Union address on Thursday will attempt to ease voter concerns about his age and job performance while sharpening the contrast with former President Trump.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Gov. Kay Ivey signs bill protecting in vitro fertilization providers from liability
Gov. Kay Ivey signed legislation into law Wednesday shielding in vitro fertilization providers from potential legal liability raised by an Alabama Supreme Court ruling that equated frozen embryos to children.
Alabama legislation to protect IVF providers moves toward final approval
The House of Representatives voted 81-12 for the bill that now returns to the Alabama Senate.
Inmate on inmate assault leads to murder investigation in Perry Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A murder investigation is underway in Perry County -- following the death of a 69 year old inmate -- at the county jail. Perry Co. District Attorney Robert Turner,…
CAMPAIGN 2024: Dean Phillips ends Democratic Party run for President
U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips of Minnesota ended his long-shot 2024 Democratic presidential bid on Wednesday after failing to win a primary contest against President Joe Biden.
Sen. Katie Britt prepares for the national stage as she delivers the Republican response to the State of the Union Address
After only a year in the U.S. Senate, Sen. Katie Britt (R-Alabama) is wielding her influence — and her blend of experience as a former congressional staffer and mother — to carve out a unique role in the party.
CAMPAIGN 2024: Nikki Haley to suspend presidential campaign
Haley does not plan to endorse Trump in her announcement Wednesday.
CAMPAIGN 2024: U.S. Rep. Barry Moore ousts U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl in District 1 U.S. house race
U.S. Rep. Barry Moore has won the Republican nomination in Alabama’s 1st Congressional District after upsetting incumbent Jerry Carl.
CAMPAIGN 2024: U.S. House District 2 Democratic, Republican primaries heading to runoffs
Both the Democratic and Republican primaries in the newly-redrawn U.S. House District 2 are heading to runoffs.
CAMPAIGN 2024: Rogers, Palmer, Sewell win U.S. House primaries
Alabama incumbent U.S. House representatives Mike Rogers, Gary Palmer and Terri Sewell have all won their party's primaries.
CAMPAIGN 2024: Montgomery County voters renew tax for schools
Voters in Montgomery County have approved a renewal of a tax to support schools in the county.
CAMPAIGN 2024: Sarah Stewart wins Republican primary for Alabama Chief Justice
Alabama Supreme Court Justice Sarah Stewart has won the Republican nomination for Alabama chief justice.
CAMPAIGN 2024: Biden, Trump declared winners of Alabama presidential primaries
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have been declared the winners of their party's presidential primaries.
CAMPAIGN 2024: State and local election results
Here are the latest Alabama state and local election results from Action 8 News.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Legislative committees approve protect for in vitro fertilization providers
Alabama lawmakers have advanced legislation to shield in vitro fertilization providers from the fallout of an Alabama Supreme Court ruling that equated frozen embryos to children.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: GM expands recall to nearly 820,000 pickup trucks
GM has now expanded a recall of Chevrolet and GMC pickup trucks which have tailgates that can open unexpectedly.
Alabama lawmakers aim to approve immunity laws for in vitro fertilization providers
Alabama lawmakers are nearing approval of immunity legislation to shield providers from the fallout of an Alabama Supreme Court ruling that equated frozen embryos to children.
