What The Tech: Freeing up space on your phone
If you’re running low on space, doing these steps can help free up some storage.
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Gov. Kay Ivey signs legislation putting limits on new environmental regulations
Gov. Kay Ivey has signed legislation that restricts the state’s ability to set new environmental regulations.
U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell, Selma Mayor Johnny Moss, III remember life of Civil Rights leader JoAnne Bland
U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell and Selma Mayor Johnny Moss, III are two of many people who are pausing to remember the life and work of JoAnne Bland, a Selma Civil Rights leader.
Local family receives special replacement burial flag after losing the first one in a house fire
She had no idea how special it would be.
Montgomery man sentenced for role in mail and bank fraud conspiracy
A Montgomery man has been sentenced to more than 10 years in federal prison for his role in a mail and bank fraud conspiracy that totaled $9.5 million.
Higher Education Day brings estimated 1,000 people to Alabama State House
Nearly 1,000 advocates from Alabama’s universities were in Montgomery to show support for higher education at the Alabama State House.
Bond set at $1 million for mother of missing child in Enterprise
Bond has been set at $1 million for the mother of a missing two-year-old girl in Enterprise.
Two Tuskegee men arrested after fires at childcare centers in Opelika
Opelika police have arrested two Tuskegee men on arson charges following fires at two childcare facilities.
‘Inhumane’: Tenant Describes Life Without Water or Heat at West Montgomery Apartments
Montgomery City Council members also unanimously approved incentive pay for police recruits and passed a resolution reaffirming the city’s commitment to help keep Jackson Hospital open.
ONLY ON 8: Selma mayor reflects on first 100 days in office
Selma Mayor Johnny Moss III sits down with Action 8 News to discuss his first 100 days in office.
Montgomery police SUV in wreck while responding to 911 call about shots fired
Montgomery police are still piecing together what happened when they got a 911 call reporting gunfire, which led to a wreck involving a patrol vehicle.
Near-record warm weather Thursday; Rain/storms Friday, Saturday
Temperatures were on either side of 80° at noon, and may approach record territory during the afternoon. The February 19th record high temperatures is 83° in Montgomery, originally set long ago in 1891.
Plans underway for 21st Annual Jewish Food Festival and Art Fair in Montgomery
One of Montgomery's most cherished events is the annual Jewish Food Festival and Art Fair, which is coming back for its 21st year!
Man charged with rape in Opelika
A man has been charged with first-degree rape in Opelika.
Woman shot on Woodley Road in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a woman injured.
Former Prince Andrew arrested over Epstein files
Former Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, who was stripped of his royal titles because of his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, has been arrested.
What The Tech: Why the latest Iphone update, iOS 26.3, is important
Keeping your devices updated is one of the simplest and most effective steps you can take to protect your personal information.
New Alabama Veterans Resource Center comes to downtown Montgomery
Gov. Ivey, among others, holds a ribbon cutting for the new Alabama Veterans Resource Center in Montgomery.
Strong Tower Church Hosting Two-Day Free Dental Clinic in Montgomery
The free dental clinic will run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 20, and Saturday, Feb. 21, at Strong Tower Church.
Man sentenced after pleading guilty to having child sex abuse material on computer in Montgomery
A man has been sentenced to six years in federal prison after pleading guilty to having child sexual abuse material on a laptop computer that was recovered in Montgomery.
Mark Zuckerberg asked about children's Instagram use in trial on dangers of social media
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and opposing lawyers dueled in court about whether social media platforms deliberately addict and harm children.
State of Alabama offers new Lurleen B. Wallace Community College car tag
Students, staff, and alumni of an Alabama college now have a new way to show off their school spirit.
Skiers killed in California avalanche
Crews have found the bodies of eight skiers near California's Lake Tahoe and are searching for one more after they were caught in an avalanche.
Family Sunshine Center preparing for Ranch RoundUp 2026
You can help the Family Sunshine Center in supporting victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse or human trafficking by taking part in Ranch RoundUp 2026: Cowboy Masquerade!
Dialysis Center in Tuskegee to close next month
The company that owns a dialysis clinic in Tuskegee has announced that it will be closing next month, leaving patients wondering where they will go for treatment.
