Teens help provide water, necessities to first responders through hydration drive
Their efforts are part of a hydration tour through six cities in Alabama, where more than 10,000 hydration items will be delivered to firefighters.
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18-year-old's body recovered from the waters of Corn Creek Park in Wetumpka
The body of an 18-year-old swimmer who was a student at Faulkner University has been recovered from Corn Creek Park in Wetumpka following a search involving several agencies.
Montgomery's nationally-honored Plant Bae vegan restaurant closing its doors
Plant Bae, a nationally-honored vegan restaurant in downtown Montgomery, is closing its doors after six years.
TikTok reaches $400 million settlement with U.S. Justice Department over children's privacy
TikTok has reached a $400 million settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice, ending a 2024 lawsuit alleging the company violated federal children's privacy laws.
U.S. Supreme Court chief justice allows work on Trump’s $400 million White House ballroom to continue for now
Chief Justice John Roberts is allowing the White House to continue construction on President Trump’s $400 million ballroom project for now, as the Supreme Court considers the Trump administration's emergency request to intervene in lawsuits over the project.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Eye drops recalled
Eye drops are being recalled nationwide over concerns about whether the drops are sterile.
Turner & Saulsberry certified winners of Democratic Primary races in West Alabama
Hotly contested and formerly unresolved primary races for county commission seats in Perry and Wilcox counties have now officially been decided.
Bald eagle which recovered at Auburn University Raptor Center released into the wild
A bald eagle which was found injured in Prattville has now been released back into the wild following a lengthy recovery at the Auburn University Raptor Center.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Name released of suspect in officer-involved shooting in Montgomery
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency has now released the name of the suspect in an officer-involved shooting in Montgomery.
Fire destroys popular Panama City Beach souvenir store
Panama City Beach Fire Rescue was called around 6:00 a.m. to the Jaws Souvenirs on Thomas Drive.
Registration now underway for the Centerpoint Half Marathon and 5K
The 17th annual run will take place on November 14 at Centerpoint Fellowship Church at 1200 McQueen Smith Road in Prattville.
Heat advisory, low severe storm risk Friday; Less hot this weekend
Friday looks like another very hot day across central and south Alabama. A heat advisory includes most of our area Friday, meaning heat indices likely peak near or above 105° yet again.
Two people shot in barricade situation at home in Chilton County
The Chilton County Sheriff's Office says a barricade situation at a home near Verbena is over, and students at two schools put on lockdown are safe.
Well-known Montgomery businessman Raymond Cohen dies at 95
Montgomery native and well-known businessman Raymond Cohen has died at 95.
Jury awards former Alabama basketball player $9.25 million in verdict against The New York Times
A jury has awarded $9.25 million in damages after finding that The New York Times defamed a University of Alabama basketball player by incorrectly reporting that he was at the scene of a fatal shooting in Tuscaloosa.
Montgomery Gray 8U softball team caps summer with World Series title
They beat teams from across the country, and Tuesday night the Montgomery Gray 8U softball team was recognized by the city council for winning a World Series championship.
Perry removed as Interim Selma Police Chief
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma Police Department is under new leadership tonight -- after former interim Chief Michael Perry is relieved of duty. The removal comes after Perry outlined a dysfunctional…
What's Happening: August 21-23
Barbecue, music, cars, gardening -- it's all happening in the River Region this weekend!
Montgomery church offers free food, services to the community
Members of a Montgomery church have held a community outreach event to provide groceries and services for free to those who need them.
Suspect in Perry Co. stabbing arrested for murder
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- An Irondale woman is behind bars tonight in connection with a 2025 homicide case in Perry County. Chief Deputy Willie Walton says 33 year old Anastassja Mia Cooper…
All Macon County Day to take place on August 29
All Macon County Day will take place on Saturday, August 29 in Downtown Tuskegee.
Montgomery Police Department to hold community prayer rally
Montgomery for Jesus will take place on Sunday, August 30 starting at 4:00 p.m. at the Riverfront Amphitheater.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: FDA upgrades Publix frozen berry recall to highest risk level
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has now upgraded a recall of Publix frozen blueberries and mixed berries to the highest health risk level.
Montgomery police involved in shooting while arresting suspects
A Montgomery police officer has been involved in a shooting while trying to arrest suspects.
Central Alabama Community Foundation, Project Red Clay award grants in Lowndes County
Two local organizations dedicated to helping improve the lives of people throughout the River Region awarded two grants in Lowndes County this week.
