Cost of building super-size prison in Elmore County rises to more than $1 billion
The cost of a new Alabama super-size prison now under construction rose Tuesday to more than $1 billion, complicating the state's plans to build two of the facilities.
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The Hollywood writers strike is over after guild leaders approve contract with studios
Leaders of the screenwriters union declared their nearly five-month-old strike over Tuesday after board members approved a contract agreement with studios. But the actors strike goes on.
Judge rules Trump defrauded banks, insurers while building real estate empire
A judge ruled Tuesday that former President Donald Trump committed fraud for years while building the real estate empire that catapulted him to fame and the White House.
Pay It Forward: Jimmy Barnes of Montgomery
Medical Outreach Ministries is a non-profit clinic that provides care for many of the most medically vulnerable citizens in our community. Jimmy Barnes is the resources coordinator. We are told he…
Montgomery Police Department relieves officer of duty
The Montgomery Police Department says it has started disciplinary proceedings against an officer.
Hazing lawsuit filed against University of Alabama fraternity
A student and his parents have filed a lawsuit against a University of Alabama fraternity, saying he suffered a traumatic brain injury while being hazed as a fraternity pledge earlier this year.
Court appointee proposes Alabama congressional districts to provide representation to Black voters
A court-appointed special master has submitted three proposals for new congressional districts in Alabama as federal judges oversee the drawing of new lines to provide greater representation for Black voters.
U.S. Supreme Court allows Alabama's congressional map to be redrawn
The U.S. Supreme Court will allow the drawing of a new Alabama congressional map with greater representation for Black voters to proceed.
District Four Runoff Election Just One Week Away
Montgomery's district four is facing a runoff election in just one week. To determine who will be West Montgomery's next city council representative.
U.S. Marshals search for Selma capital murder suspect
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma family continues to grief over the murder of 23 year old family member -- who was found dead back in May. People who lose their lives in…
Arrest made in deadly Labor Day motel shooting
Court records say Thomas fatally shot Conville multiple times with a 9mm pistol.
Cyclist in Prattville accident dies from injuries
Details are limited, but Prattville Police Chief Mark Thompson tells Action 8 News that the cyclist passed away from their injuries received in the accident that happened on September 10.
Alabama State University football player suspended after incident at Florida A&M
ASU statement: We do not condone the actions of the student-athlete, nor are the actions representative of the expectations set forth by the athletic department and our university.
Multiple people injured in overnight shooting at Tuskegee University
Tuskegee University officials tell Action 8 News that the incident happened at an unauthorized party at the West Commons housing complex.Â
1 dead in early morning house fire
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Writer Ta-Nehisi Coates awarded the Fitzgerald Prize for Literary Excellence in Montgomery
This is the eighth year the prize has been awarded to a person whose work continues the legacy of American storytelling personified by writer F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Residents in 6 states - including Alabama - asked to mail in deceased butterflies
Some scientists want to bug Alabamians with a very unusual request.
A crash in Barbour County has left one man dead
A man dies after his motorcycle crashes into a tree.
Ballet and the Beasts returns to the Montgomery Zoo September 29
The Montgomery Zoo will also be accepting non-perishable and canned food donations for the Heart of Alabama Food Bank.Â
Lane closures to begin on I-85 starting Monday for road project
The auxiliary lane will allow traffic entering the interstate at Exit 11 to travel and exit the interstate at Exit 9 without merging into the flow of traffic.
Tallassee murder suspect arrested in Butler County
Smith was wanted for a murder that happened Wednesday in the 100 block of Washington Street.
Death investigation opened after Troy police officer dies unexpectedly
Chief Sam Green said the department has opened up a death investigation, but no foul play is suspected.Â
Invasive Grass Threatens Cattle Farms and Timberlands
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- An invasive grass is spreading across Alabama -- threatening two of the state's biggest agricultural resources. Cogongrass is an invasive species of grass -- that's spreading throughout Alabama --…
What the Tech? Amazon announces new features for Alexa
Amazon has announced new Echo devices along with some new features for all Alexa devices.
What the Tech? Listen to the new ringtones on iOS 17
Apple has released new ringtones and alert tones for the first time in a decade. Two dozen of them!
