Fallen tree causes temporary road closure in Montgomery County
A fallen tree in Montgomery County led to a temporary road closure.
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ACTION 8 UPDATE: New details released in Montgomery County police chase
Alabama State Troopers have released more details about a police chase that began on Interstate 65 in Montgomery County.
Two people killed in head-on crash in Lee County
A man and a woman have been killed in a head-on crash in Lee County that left another person injured.
Prattville man killed in pickup truck crash in Macon County
A Prattville man has been killed after crashing the pickup truck he was driving in Macon County.
Two bodies found in Chambers County
The bodies of a man and woman have been found off of a road in Chambers County.
Six people arrested in Evergreen drug bust
Evergreen police say six people have been arrested in a drug bust at an apartment.
Alabama seeks to execute man convicted of killing two people in Dallas County by lethal injection after court ruled against nitrogen method
The State of Alabama is asking permission to execute a man by lethal injection after court rulings blocked the use of nitrogen gas and cast doubt on the future of the state’s gas method.
Still hot and humid, but better chances for cooling rain this weekend
Our weekend weather still looks hot and humid. However, chances for cooling afternoon/evening showers/storms look higher Saturday and Sunday. Although, temperatures likely surge into the low and mid 90s before cooling rain arrives.
Two people arrested after police chase in Montgomery County
Two people have been arrested after a police chase in southwest Montgomery County.
Saving Lives Before the Emergency: Former ER Doctors Launch Practice Focused on Prevention
A pair of former emergency room physicians say the future of medicine is finding disease earlier and tailoring treatment to each patient.
City of Selma receives Main Street Alabama designation
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma is working to revitalize it's historic downtown area. The Queen City was recently designated a Main Street Alabama community earlier this month. The Main Street program is using a four-point approach…
What's Happening: June 12-14
Yes, it's going to be hot this weekend, but there are still plenty of events to enjoy, including some ways to cool off!
Montgomery pub to host World Cup watch parties
The FIFA World Cup is the most watched sporting event in the world. This year's tournament is taking place on North American soil for the first time since 1994.
U.S. Supreme Court blocks Alabama execution; Gov. Kay Ivey responds
The U.S. Supreme Court has blocked Alabama's use of nitrogen hypoxia to execute a death row inmate who was convicted of killing two people in Dallas County.
ONLY ON 8: Montgomery doctor warns pregnant mothers, babies may suffer if Jackson Hospital closes
OB-GYN Dr. LaToya Clark said Jackson Hospital offers services for pregnant women that are not available elsewhere in the area and could be lost if the hospital closes.
Popular summer art camp underway in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Dozens of kids are scratching their creative itch this week at a popular summer camp in Selma. Art camp is a summer-time Selma tradition -- that opens the door for kids ages 8 to 16…
Former Raider Henry Ruggs denied parole nearly 5 years after deadly car crash
Ruggs pleaded guilty in May 2023 to felony DUI causing death and misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter.
Local non-profit delivers free books to encourage kids to read this summer
Each child signed up receives 10 books with 800 kids expected to be a part of the program this summer.
Town of Georgiana celebrates 47th Hank Williams Music Festival
The famous music festival is in honor of the legendary country singer and Georgiana native Hank Williams who left a lasting mark on country music.
One man dead, another man seriously hurt in Montgomery shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a man dead and another seriously hurt.
What The Tech: Father's Day Tech Gadgets for Dad
From a bird feeder that uses AI to identify backyard visitors to a robot that cuts the grass automatically, these are some of the most interesting tech gifts available this Father's Day.
State of Alabama asks U.S. Supreme Court to let it continue nitrogen gas executions
The State of Alabama is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to set aside a judge's findings that using nitrogen gas for executions violates the Constitution’s ban on cruel and unusual punishment.
Bankruptcy Judge Weighs Role in Jackson Hospital Reimbursement Dispute
With closure looming, Jackson Hospital returns to bankruptcy court.
Neglected city-owned property raises concerns in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A vacant school building in Selma continues to raise concerns from people who live in the neighborhood where it's located. Byrd School is a historic property owned by the city of Selma. It's been closed…
Paintball tournament to benefit area youth and their families
The Battle for the City Paintball Tournament will take place on June 27 starting at 9:00 a.m. at the Battlegrounds Paintball Park on Clayton Street.
