ACTION 8 UPDATE: Gambling bills pass Alabama House
The Alabama House has approved gambling bills that move on to the Senate and possibly to the November ballot for voters to decide.
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White House: Russia has obtained a "troubling" emerging anti-satellite weapon
The White House publicly confirmed on Thursday that Russia has obtained a “troubling” emerging anti-satellite weapon but said it cannot directly cause “physical destruction” on Earth.
Montgomery man charged with six counts of reporting false incidents
Prattville police say a Montgomery man who works for the Montgomery Police Department faces six counts of falsely reporting incidents.
Alabama Senate votes to change archives oversight after LGBTQ+ lecture
State senators also approved legislation that would allow local government officials to dismiss library board members they appointed if they become displeased with their performance.
Casino and lottery proposal swiftly advances in the Alabama Legislature
The proposed constitutional amendment will need 63 votes to win approval in the 105-member Alabama House of Representatives.
Annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee in Selma only two weeks away
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The largest annual civil rights gathering in the country is just about two weeks away. The Bridge Crossing Jubilee in Selma kicks off on February 29th. And this year…
UPDATE: Gunfire at Chiefs' Super Bowl celebration kills one and wounds nearly two dozen
A mother was killed and and 21 people were injured -- including children -- in a shooting at the end of the parade to celebrate the Super Bowl win by the Kansas City Chiefs.
Equal Justice Initiative unveils Rosa Parks statue in downtown Montgomery
A statue honoring civil rights icon Rosa Parks has been unveiled at the Equal Justice Initiative's Legacy Plaza in downtown Montgomery.
School choice supporters gather at Alabama State House
A crowd of school choice supporters rallied outside the Alabama State House on Tuesday, urging lawmakers to pass a school choice bill this session.
Alabama lottery, casino bill heads to first test in House committee
Casino and lottery legislation is headed to its first test in the Alabama Legislature as supporters aim to get the proposal before voters this fall.
Alabama Senate approves absentee ballot restrictions
The Alabama Senate on Tuesday approved legislation to restrict assistance with absentee ballot applications, a measure Republicans said is needed to combat voter fraud but that opponents argued would discourage voting.
U.S. House impeaches Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas over border crisis
The Republican-led U.S. House has impeached Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas 214-213.
Governor pushes legislature for healthcare high school in Demopolis
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Governor Kay Ivey calls on lawmakers to approve funding for the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences in Demopolis. Ivey told legislators that the healthcare high school project was one…
Florist prepares for Valentine's Day rush in Selma and Camden
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Valentine's Day is this week -- and florists all over have already put in long hours of work to make sure your bouquet of roses -- gets to your…
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Dole recalling some salad kits
Dole is recalling some of its fresh salad kits, including those sold in Alabama.
Saint James Head Football Coach Neal Posey steps down
Saint James School said an immediate search for its new head football coach is underway.
Couples to Spend $25 Million Dollars on Valentine's Day Gifts
Roses are red, violets are blue Valentine's Day is coming up but how prepared are you?
Federal authorities seeking fugitive wanted on gun, drug charges
The U.S. Marshals Gulf Coast Regional Task Force needs your help finding a fugitive wanted on gun and drug charges.
Southern Homes & Gardens to close after 45 years
Southern Homes & Gardens will close after 45 years this spring, with its property taking on a new mission.
CBS SPORTS: 2024 Super Bowl was the most-watched TV program in history
CBS Sports says Super Bowl LVIII, which aired Sunday on CBS, was the most watched program in television history.
Trump asks U.S. Supreme Court to put off his election interference trial, claiming immunity
Former President Donald Trump is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to extend the delay in his election interference trial, saying he is immune from prosecution on charges he plotted to overturn his 2020 election loss.
U.S. Senate passes a $95.3 billion in aid for Ukraine and Israel; No money for border security
The U.S. Senate early Tuesday passed a $95.3 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, but its prospects of passage in the U.S. House are uncertain.
Grocery tax cuts for 2024 not likely
The state tax rate on groceries is currently 3% and it will not be lowered to 2% in 2024 because it is tied to growth in the Education Trust Fund which has been lower than anticipated.
Court upholds life sentences for Atlanta Olympics and Birmingham abortion clinic bomber Eric Rudolph
Eric Rudolph, who was sentenced to life imprisonment for fatal bombings at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics and a Birmingham abortion clinic will not get a chance at a new sentence, an appeals court ruled Monday.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Man charged after Montgomery police say he fired at officer in East South Boulevard area
Montgomery police have now charged a man after they say he fired at an officer Monday afternoon.
