Cavender's to open new location in Prattville
The store is scheduled to open in September.
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What the Tech: World Safer Internet Day
World Safer Internet Day is an annual observation where organizations, schools and businesses spend time emphasizing the importance of staying safe in the online world.
Jury finds Michigan school shooter’s mother guilty of manslaughter in groundbreaking case
A jury in Michigan has convicted a school shooter’s mother of involuntary manslaughter in a first-of-its-kind trial to determine whether she had any responsibility in the deaths of four students in 2021.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Honda recalling more than 750,000 vehicles
Honda is recalling more than 750,000 vehicles because the front passenger air bags may inflate when they're not supposed to.
Court: Trump not immune from prosecution in 2020 election interference case
A federal appeals panel ruled Tuesday that Donald Trump can face trial on charges that he plotted to overturn the results of the 2020 election, rejecting the former president’s claims that he is immune from prosecution.
2024 Alabama Legislature: Gambling, education, election bills up for debate
Alabama lawmakers are returning to Montgomery to begin the 2024 legislative session. Here are some issues to watch for as the session begins.
Country singer-songwriter Toby Keith dies after battling stomach cancer
The “Beer For My Horses” singer-songwriter, who was battling stomach cancer, died peacefully surrounded by his family.
Governor announces major rural broadband expansion project
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Governor Kay Ivey announced a major broadband expansion project Monday morning -- in her hometown of Camden. The effort to make broadband more accessible in rural communities -- is…
Montgomery Public Schools, state lawmaker address helping students with conflict resolution
Montgomery Public Schools and State Rep. Phillip Ensler (D-District 74) have announced a pilot conflict resolution program at Percy Julian High School.
EXCLUSIVE: Steve Flowers' analysis of start of 2024 Alabama legislative session
Action 8 News Political Analyst Steve Flowers is providing his expert insight into the start of the 2024 session of the Alabama Legislature.
Alabama's first electric aircraft charging station coming to Montgomery Regional Airport
The Montgomery Regional Airport will soon be home to Alabama's first electric aircraft charging station.
Student charged with making threat at Elmore County High School
A student has been charged with making threats at Elmore County High School, school officials say.
$188 million announced to expand broadband service in Alabama
Gov. Kay Ivey, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell and other leaders were in Camden to announce $188 million in funding for broadband expansion in the state.
Some in Selma may have water service affected starting Wednesday
Maintenance work may affect water service for some people in Selma starting Wednesday.
King Charles III has cancer and is receiving treatment
King Charles III has been diagnosed with cancer and will suspend public duties while continuing with state business.
Juvenile seriously hurt in Montgomery shooting
A juvenile male has been seriously hurt in a shooting in Montgomery.
Montgomery stabbing leaves juvenile injured, man under arrest
A stabbing in Montgomery has left a juvenile male recovering from injuries.
Greenville police seek robbery suspect
Greenville police need your help finding the person suspected of robbing a business.
Highlights from the 2024 Grammy Awards
Taylor Swift has became the first artist to won the Grammy for album of the year four times, breaking a tie with other three-time winners Frank Sinatra, Paul Simon and Stevie Wonder.
Dinosaurs invade Eastdale Mall in Montgomery
Visitors to the Jurassic Empire used QR codes so they could learn more about the dinosaurs in the exhibit.
Motorist dies after collapsing near the entrance to AUM
AUM Police received a report of a motorist exiting their vehicle and collapsing on the side of Taylor Road, just outside the entrance to the university.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Chantilly Parkway repairs to continue into Monday
The Alabama Department of Transportation will continue making repairs to the railroad crossing on Chantilly Parkway between EastChase Parkway and Interstate 85 due to weather delays.
U.S. Senate releases $118 billion package that pairs border policies with aid for Ukraine and Israel
U.S. Senators on Sunday released a highly anticipated $118 billion package that pairs border enforcement policy with wartime aid for Ukraine, Israel and other U.S. allies.
House Republicans announce bill that provides more military aid to Israel but leaves out Ukraine
House Republicans will move forward with a $17.6 billion package that provides military aid to Israel and replenish U.S. weapons, but leaves out more help for Ukraine.
Rain Sunday night, clouds linger Monday, sunshine Tuesday
Scattered rain lingers through Monday morning, then tapers off Monday afternoon. However, Monday remains mostly cloudy, cool, and breezy. afternoon temperatures peak in the 50s.
