Alabama lawmakers push sweeping gambling bill that would allow lottery and casinos
If approved by three-fifths of lawmakers, the proposal would be put on the ballot for voters to decide.
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Capital murder and attempted murder suspects appear in court
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A capital murder suspect -- and an attempted murder suspect -- appeared for hearings at the Dallas County Courthouse Annex -- Wednesday in Selma. The case against one suspect…
Nick Saban joining ESPN's "Gameday" college football show
Retired Alabama head football coach Nick Saban is joining ESPN's “College GameDay,” the long-running Saturday pregame road show he appeared on as a guest frequently during his 17 seasons as the coach of the Crimson Tide.
Tuskegee adds speed cameras to improve traffic safety
The city of Tuskegee has added speed cameras to help improve traffic safety.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Pike Road roundabout project taking next step
The plan to put in three roundabouts to ease traffic congestion in Pike Road is about to take another step.
Senate Republicans block bipartisan border package
Many Republicans said the election-year border compromise wasn't enough, as supporters of the bill insisted it was the best possible in divided government.
U.S. House vote to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas fails
Some Republicans in the U.S. House wanted to punish the Biden administration over its handling of the U.S-Mexico border.
CAMPAIGN 2024: Nikki Haley trounced by "none of these candidates" in Nevada's Republican primary
Nikki Haley was beaten by "none of these candidates" in Nevada's Republican Presidential Primary, which doesn't award delegates and in which former President Trump didn't compete.
Man in serious condition after stabbing incident in Montgomery
Police and fire medics were called Tuesday around 4:45 p.m. to the 1100 block of West South Boulevard after receiving a report of a person cut.
Greenville Church Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King's 1965 Visit
Many churches in the Black Belt helped move civil rights forward, some are well known, while others still look to share little known facts about their contribution to help shift treatment for Black Americans.
WATCH: Gov. Kay Ivey delivers 2024 State of the State Address
Gov. Kay Ivey has delivered her annual State of the State Address as the Alabama Legislature begins its 2024 session.
Cavender's to open new location in Prattville
The store is scheduled to open in September.
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.
