What the Tech: How to prepare for the next cell phone service outage
Cell phone service outages can happen when there’s a problem with the network or when the cellular provider is updating the network or the cell towers.
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What the Tech: What to know about calling 911 from a cell phone
If you see someone having an emergency, here's why you should call 911 from the person's phone rather than your own. You can do it even if their phone has a passcode.
18-year-old driver killed in Marengo County crash
An 18-year-old has been killed in a single-car crash in Marengo County.
Montgomery police make arrest in fatal stabbing
A Montgomery man has been arrested in a fatal stabbing.
CAMPAIGN 2024: SC Republican primary: Haley tries to upset Trump in her home state
A Nikki Haley upset in South Carolina is a longshot in a state where Republicans like their former governor but love former President Trump.
Selma city councilman arrested and charged with domestic violence
A Selma city official now finds himself on the wrong side of the law -- facing charges of domestic violence.
What's Happening: February 23-25
The weather will be nice this weekend for you to enjoy all sorts of events in the River Region!
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: More than 15 million laptop AC adapters recalled
More than 15 million Toshiba laptop AC adapters are being recalled.
Wendy Williams diagnosed with same form of dementia as Bruce Willis
Former talk show host Wendy Williams has been diagnosed with the same form of dementia that actor Bruce Willis has been battling.
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.
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.
