Alabama plans October execution for convicted killer
Alabama has scheduled an October execution for a man who was convicted in a 1993 murder.
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CITY ELECTIONS: Complete list of candidates in area races
Today is election day for most cities in our area. Action 8 News has this complete list of candidates running in local races.
What the Tech: Tips to get your TV ready for football season
Football season is just a couple of weeks ahead. If you're going to be watching the big games on your home tv, the right settings will make the game look sharper, brighter, and more lifelike.
Gunfire, large parties in parking lots worry Montgomery businesses
Some Montgomery business owners are frustrated about parking lot parties that turn violent.
New absentee voting law carries threat of jail time
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A new absentee voting law is now in effect in Alabama and voters who violate it could end up in jail. Municipal elections around the state are just over…
MMI breaks ground on new math and science building
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Marion Military Institute breaks ground on a new multi-million dollar building project. It's the second major construction project on the campus in the past 30 years. Construction of the…
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Phase 1 of Pike Road High School construction completed
Phase 1 of construction has now been completed on the new Pike Road High School.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Former Congressman Jerry Carl wants to return to Capitol Hill
Former District 1 Congressman Jerry Carl wants to return to Capitol Hill after losing his seat last year.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Two suspects sought in robbery and shooting in Montgomery
CrimeStoppers has released surveillance photos of two suspects wanted in a robbery and shooting investigation in Montgomery.
Trump, Zelenskyy express hope for joint talks with Putin to bring end to Russia-Ukraine war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President Donald Trump expressed hope that their meeting at the White House could lead to three-party talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin to bring an end to his war on Ukraine.
Repairs to be made to Interstate 85 bridge in Macon County
The Alabama Department of Transportation has announced that repairs will be made to a damaged bridge on Interstate 85 in Macon County.
Buckmasters Expo wraps up in downtown Montgomery
Dozens of vendors from across the country came to the expo showcasing all sorts of hunting and fishing gear.
What the Tech App of the Day: Nugs
Nothing beats a live show. The energy, the sound, the crowd. You can't get that from Spotify or Apple Music. But another app gives you a front-row seat.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Montgomery police release locations of two shootings that left three people injured
Montgomery police have now released the locations of two shootings that happened early yesterday morning that left three people injured.
Troy man killed in Dale County crash
A Troy man has been killed in a crash between a pickup and a tractor-trailer truck in Dale County.
Montgomery 10U baseball team wins DYB World Series title
Team Alabama won the DYB World Series by edging out Team Texas 2-1 in the final matchup in Lexington, South Carolina.
Montgomery's Meals on Wheels celebrates five millionth meal delivery
Montgomery's Meals on Wheels is celebrating the delivery of its five millionth meal.
Former Staton Prison officer arrested on contraband charges
A former Staton Prison correctional officer has been arrested on contraband charges.
8 ON YOUR SIDE: You can now get a flu vaccine nasal spray delivered to your home in Alabama
If you want to protect yourself against the flu this season, you can get a mist vaccine delivered to your home in Alabama.
What the Tech: Can you always trust the links that Google finds for you?
When you type into Google's search bar, the results you see aren't always from trustworthy sources. Here's how to protect yourself.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Missing child in Enterprise found safe
Enterprise police say a child who had been missing has been found safe.
New historic marker to honor Ernest Doyle of the Courageous 8
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The contribution of one of the unsung heroes of the Selma Voting Rights Movement is now being recognized with a historic marker. Ernest Doyle was one of eight leaders…
Date set Alabama House District 38 special election
House District 38 includes portions of Chambers and Lee counties.
Auburn to honor Bo Jackson this football season
This year marks the 40th anniversary of Jackson's 1985 Heisman Trophy winning season.
