Nationwide cellular outages reported from customers of AT&T, Cricket Wireless and others
A number of Americans are dealing with cellular outages on AT&T, Cricket Wireless, Verizon, T-Mobile and other service providers.
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Death investigation launched after child found in pond on EastChase Parkway
Montgomery police have launched a death investigation after a boy died after being found in a pond on EastChase Parkway.
Former Wetumpka firefighter sentenced to 30 years in prison
A former Wetumpka firefighter has been sentenced to three decades behind bars following his guilty plea to child sex-related charges.
Biden cancels federal student loan debt for 153,000 people
While on the campaign trail in California, President Biden announced he was canceling federal student loans for nearly 153,000 borrowers.
Montgomery man stabbed to death
A Montgomery man was stabbed to death Wednesday afternoon.
Selma mother says Selma High School teacher slapped her son
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma woman takes to social media -- to seek justice a son she says was physically assaulted by one of his teachers at Selma High School. Gabriel Brown…
ACTION 8 UPDATE: UAB hospital puts hold on in vitro fertilizations after Alabama Supreme Court decision
UAB hospital in Birmingham has paused in vitro fertilization treatments as health care providers weigh the impact of the Alabama Supreme Court ruling that frozen embryos are the legal equivalent of children.
Former Montgomery police officer Aaron Cody Smith to be released from prison
Former Montgomery police officer Aaron Cody Smith will soon be released from prison following a plea agreement.
Eli Gold departing as play-by-play announcer for Alabama football games
The University of Alabama has announced that legendary broadcaster Eli Gold will no longer be the play-by-play announcer for its football games.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Hyundai recalling nearly 92,000 Genesis models
Hyundai is recalling nearly 92,000 Genesis models due to a fire risk.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Police identify pedestrian struck, killed in Montgomery hit and run
A female pedestrian has been killed in a hit-and-run in Montgomery.
Man sentenced to prison after gunfire incident in Troy
A man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison following an incident involving dozens of rounds of gunfire in Troy.
Car, train collection of late Montgomery businessman up for auction
A one-of-a-kind collection of cars, trains and other memorabilia sits inside a warehouse in Montgomery, and it's going up for auction.
What the Tech: Beware of Malicious Routers
The U.S. Justice Department says it's removed malware from a state-sponsored Russian cyberterrorist organization that targeted U.S. homes and businesses.
Upgrades made to Lagoon Park in time for Blue Gray Tennis Tournament
The City of Montgomery has announced upgrades to Lagoon Park just in time for this weekend's Blue Gray Tennis Tournament.
Gov. Kay Ivey plants tree, awards student in Arbor Day celebration
Gov. Kay Ivey, along with the Alabama Urban Forestry Association, are celebrating Arbor Day at the Alabama Capitol.
Dallas Co. deputies arrest burglary and attempted rape suspect
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Dallas County man is behind bars facing multiple charges -- including burglary -- and attempted rape. Sheriff Mike Granthum say 25 year old Kelvante Spicer -- is accused…
Pay It Forward: Roberta Burns of Selma
Roberta Burns is a certified nursing assistant at a nursing home in Selma. But she's known to the residents and staff for caring for them in another special way.
Montgomery man sentenced to federal prison, ordered to pay nearly $370,000 for schemes targeting the elderly
A Montgomery man has been sentenced to 76 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to fraud that targeted the elderly.
Alabama Supreme Court rules frozen embryos are "children" under state law
The Alabama Supreme Court has ruled that frozen embryos can be considered children under state law, a ruling critics said could have sweeping implications for fertility treatments.
14-year-old charged with setting Montgomery house on fire
A 14-year-old boy has been charged with arson after a house fire in Montgomery.
ONLY ON 8: Steve Flowers' analysis of Alabama gambling and school choice bills
Action 8 Political Analyst Steve Flowers has expert insight into the prospects of the gambling and school choice bills up for debate in the Alabama Legislature.
$1,000 reward offered to help solve 2023 Montgomery homicide
Central Alabama CrimeStoppers is offering a $1,000 reward in the hopes of solving a man's murder.
Alabama State Sales Tax Holiday Weekend: February 23-25
Get ready for severe weather season by purchasing storm supplies and equipment during Alabama's state sales tax holiday weekend.
Man arrested in death of wife in Opelika
Opelika police say a man has been arrested in connection with the death of his wife.
