Alabama launches hay relief effort for Texas
The Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries is launching an effort to provide hay for Texas cattle producers who have suffered losses due to wildfires in the Texas panhandle.
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Student at Alabama A&M University injured in shooting
A student at Alabama A&M University was injured Monday after exchanging gunfire with a campus police officer, state law enforcement officials said.
Alabama gives DeBoer 8-year, $87 million deal; AD Greg Byrne, hoops coach Nate Oats get raises
New Alabama football coach Kalen DeBoer has received an eight-year contract worth at least $87 million, and the school also gave basketball coach Nate Oats and athletic director Greg Byrne raises and extensions.
Troy University program makes course materials more affordable
The Trojan Book Bag program allows students to rent their required course materials in a convenient package before their first day of class.
Georgia man in custody for kidnapping ex-girlfriend in Lee County
The Lee County Sheriff's Office tells Action 8 News that deputies received a call around 10:22 p.m. on March 16 regarding a kidnapping in the 100 block of Lee Road 2063 in the Salem community.Â
5 teenagers arrested in connection to multiple car burglaries in Auburn
The arrests come after Auburn PD received a call reporting a vehicle burglary involving multiple suspects near the 300 block of East Thach Avenue on March 16.
Opening date set for the new EJI Freedom Monument Sculpture Park
Officials with the Equal Justice Initiative tell Action 8 News that the sculpture park will open on Wednesday, March 27.Â
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Juvenile charged with arson in house fire that injured 2 people
The fire happened around 5:19 a.m. in the 2800 block of Willena Avenue.
SLE Rodeo wraps up a fun weekend in Montgomery
Cowgirls and cowboys from across the nation have been competing since Friday for cash and prizes in various roping and riding events at the SLE Rodeo.
Barn catches fire on the grounds of Garrett Coliseum
Montgomery Fire Rescue discovered a large barn with bales of hay burning inside it.
Sunshine, cooler, breezy Monday; A freeze likely Monday night
Sunshine returns in greater supply this week. However, temperatures turn cooler as spring officially gets underway. Monday looks cool and breezy with highs in the 60s.
1 dead, 3 injured in Saturday night shooting
Officers and fire medics were called around 11:45 p.m. to the 3700 block of Woodley Road in reference to a person shot.
MPD: Woman injured in Saturday shooting
The shooting occurred in the area of Whiting Avenue at Ridgecrest Street.
Spring season underway at Montgomery Whitewater
The festivities got underway Saturday morning with rafting and paddling.
Governor Kay Ivey hosts annual Magic Moments Easter Egg Roll
Children had the opportunity to hunt for eggs on the grounds on the mansion, while spending time with some of their favorite Disney characters and, of course, the Easter Bunny.
Hundreds attend Zoo Weekend at Montgomery Zoo
Sunday's Zoo Weekend festivities were canceled due to overnight rain, but the zoo will remain open for visitors.
Zoo Weekend festivities at the Montgomery Zoo canceled due to rain
The regular zoo operations will remain open for the day.
Judge delays Trump’s Manhattan criminal trial until mid-April, due to last-minute evidence dump
The judge agreed to a 30-day delay after Trump's lawyers complained that they only recently started receiving more than 100,000 pages of documents from a previous federal investigation.
What's Happening: March 15-17
It's a full weekend of SLE Rodeo action at Garrett Coliseum, Zoo Weekend at the Montgomery Zoo and the start of the season at Montgomery Whitewater!
Prosecutor leaves Georgia election case against Trump after relationship with district attorney
A special prosecutor who had a romantic relationship with Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has formally withdrawn from the Georgia election interference case against former President Donald Trump after a judge ruled he had to leave or Willis couldn't continue to pursue the charges.
Opelika police asking for any information regarding 2001 cold case
Central Alabama Crime Stoppers is offering a $5,000 reward for any information leading to an arrest.
2024 SLE Rodeo now underway in Montgomery
The 2024 SLE Rodeo runs from March 15-17 at Garrett Coliseum in Montgomery.Â
Students at Autauga County Schools celebrate International Day
International Day allowed the students to visit up to 38 countries in one day.
New details released regarding multi-million dollar grant for Selma to Montgomery Historic Trail
It is the largest competitive federal grant ever presented to the city.
Two arrested on drug-related charges in Alexander City
At the checkpoint, the driver of a black Impala fled the area traveling south on Comer Street, initiating a short pursuit.
