Bo Jackson awarded $21 million in Georgia blackmail, stalking case
Auburn sports legend Bo Jackson has won a $21 million verdict in his civil case against his niece and nephew for trying to extort him.
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Biden angrily pushes back at special counsel's report that questioned his memory, handling of docs
Investigators described President Biden as a "sympathetic, well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory,”
Bridge project shuts down a portion of Highway 14 in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Dallas County officials want to get the word out -- about an upcoming road closure -- on a busy stretch of highway. Highway 14 between Selma and Burnsville --…
Murder investigation underway after a fatal shooting in Marion
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Marion Police are investigating that city's first murder of 2024 -- following a shooting at a convenience store early Thursday morning. Police Chief Tony Bufford says officers responded to…
Super Bowl Week: Usher says it's a challenge to squeeze 30-year career into 13-minute halftime show
Usher says his Super Bowl halftime show will concentrate on past hits, moments from his popular Las Vegas residency and possibly draw from his new album.
Special counsel: Biden "willfully" disclosed classified materials, but no criminal charges warranted
“Our investigation uncovered evidence that President Biden willfully retained and disclosed classified materials after his vice presidency when he was a private citizen," the special counsel said.
3 Degree Guarantee: Friendship Mission gets $1,250 check
Another local charity is getting a 3 Degree Guarantee check from the Johnny Adams Law Firm and Action 8 News!
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Millbrook man facing more child pornography charges
Millbrook police say a man who had been arrested on charges of child pornography possession now faces more related charges.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Amber Alert cancelled for abducted 1-year-old child in North Alabama
Police had believed the child was in extreme danger.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: GM recalls more than 300,000 pickups
More than 300,000 Chevrolet and GMC trucks have been recalled because the tailgate can open unexpectedly.
U.S. Supreme Court sounds skeptical of efforts to remove Trump from 2024 ballot
The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday sounded broadly skeptical of efforts to kick former President Donald Trump off the 2024 ballot.
Greenville police say some families are facing funeral home scams
Losing a loved one is hard and now scammers are targeting grieving families in an attempt to use their grief as a method of stealing money.
Jaylin Williams and Johni Broome lead No. 12 Auburn to 99-81 win over No. 16 Alabama
The Tigers (19-4, 8-2 SEC) are tied for first with the Crimson Tide (16-7, 8-2) and No. 15 South Carolina.
Alabama lawmakers push sweeping gambling bill that would allow lottery and casinos
If approved by three-fifths of lawmakers, the proposal would be put on the ballot for voters to decide.
Capital murder and attempted murder suspects appear in court
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A capital murder suspect -- and an attempted murder suspect -- appeared for hearings at the Dallas County Courthouse Annex -- Wednesday in Selma. The case against one suspect…
Nick Saban joining ESPN's "Gameday" college football show
Retired Alabama head football coach Nick Saban is joining ESPN's “College GameDay,” the long-running Saturday pregame road show he appeared on as a guest frequently during his 17 seasons as the coach of the Crimson Tide.
Tuskegee adds speed cameras to improve traffic safety
The city of Tuskegee has added speed cameras to help improve traffic safety.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Pike Road roundabout project taking next step
The plan to put in three roundabouts to ease traffic congestion in Pike Road is about to take another step.
Senate Republicans block bipartisan border package
Many Republicans said the election-year border compromise wasn't enough, as supporters of the bill insisted it was the best possible in divided government.
U.S. House vote to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas fails
Some Republicans in the U.S. House wanted to punish the Biden administration over its handling of the U.S-Mexico border.
CAMPAIGN 2024: Nikki Haley trounced by "none of these candidates" in Nevada's Republican primary
Nikki Haley was beaten by "none of these candidates" in Nevada's Republican Presidential Primary, which doesn't award delegates and in which former President Trump didn't compete.
Man in serious condition after stabbing incident in Montgomery
Police and fire medics were called Tuesday around 4:45 p.m. to the 1100 block of West South Boulevard after receiving a report of a person cut.
Greenville Church Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King's 1965 Visit
Many churches in the Black Belt helped move civil rights forward, some are well known, while others still look to share little known facts about their contribution to help shift treatment for Black Americans.
WATCH: Gov. Kay Ivey delivers 2024 State of the State Address
Gov. Kay Ivey has delivered her annual State of the State Address as the Alabama Legislature begins its 2024 session.
Cavender's to open new location in Prattville
The store is scheduled to open in September.
