Gov. Kay Ivey proclaims Friday, August 29 as College Colors Day
Gov. Kay Ivey has welcomed college mascots from across the state to the Alabama Capitol as she proclaimed College Colors Day.
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Pike Road cuts ribbon on new Center for History Culture and Art
People in Pike Road are celebrating the opening of the town's Center for History, Culture and Art.
Auburn University celebrates 25 years of the 'War Eagle Flyover' tradition
This fall will be filled with events, new merchandise, and fundraising to celebrate the War Eagle Tradition's 25th year.
Montgomery County District Attorney's Office fully staffed for the first time in two years
Action 8 News Anchor Estee Morrison sat down with Montgomery County District Attorney Azzie Oliver to discuss her first nine months leading the office.
Szymanski raises concerns over Airbnb rentals in Montgomery
Montgomery District 7 City Council member Andrew Szymanski says Airbnb rentals are causing issues for some neighborhoods.
Ice skating to return to Montgomery Whitewater in November
Montgomery Whitewater is bringing back ice skating for a second season.
Children in Montgomery's Cloverdale-Idlewild neighborhood enjoy new playground
The City of Montgomery has installed new playground equipment for children to use in the Cloverdale-Idlewild neighborhood.
What the Tech: What are all of those online cookies you're asked to accept?
You know all about the cookies you eat, but what about all of those online cookies that you're asked to accept -- what are they supposed to do?
8 ON YOUR SIDE: AAA Alabama to give away free steering wheel locks to Hyundai, Kia owners
AAA Alabama will give away free steering wheel locks to owners of some Hyundai and Kia models.
CAMPAIGN 2026: State Rep. Rhett Marques enters District 1 Congressional race
Republican State Rep. Rhett Marques has announced that he is entering the U.S. House District 1 race.
Appeals court throws out massive civil fraud penalty against President Trump
An appeals court has thrown out the massive civil fraud penalty against President Trump after he was sued on claims he exaggerated his wealth.
James Dobson, founder of conservative Christian group Focus on the Family, dies
Dr. James Dobson, a widely-known child psychologist who started a radio show counseling Christians on how to be good parents and founded the conservative ministry Focus on the Family, has died at 89.
Montgomery home damaged in fire
Montgomery firefighters are investigating a fire that left a home damaged.
Dadeville woman dies in wreck involving train in Opelika
A Dadeville woman has died after being involved in a wreck with a train in Opelika.
Greenville Mayor Dexter McLendon speaks out ahead of mayoral race against three opponents
In just under a week many municipalities in the river region will face off with local elections.
Community reacts to closing of Historic St. James Hotel in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The announced closure of the historic St. James Hotel this weekend -- has stunned people in and around the Selma community. A stack of plywood boards is now…
Ft. Deposit man killed in Lowndes County Crash
A Ft. Deposit man has been killed in a crash between a motorcycle and a tractor-trailer truck in Lowndes County.
Man killed in wreck in Chilton County
A man has been killed in a wreck in Chilton County.
8 ON YOUR SIDE: Struggling Target to replace CEO
Target's CEO is stepping down early next year after 11 years leading the company, which has been faced with recent struggles.
Montgomery man sentenced for illegal machine gun possession
A Montgomery man has been sentenced to federal prison for having an illegal machine gun.
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed presents budget proposal to city council
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed has presented his fiscal 2026 budget proposal to city council.
College football returns as Montgomery prepares for FCS ESPN Kickoff Game
The FCS ESPN Kickoff Game will take place August 23 at 6:00 p.m. at Cramton Bowl, with Mercer University and the University of California, Davis set to take the field in a nationally broadcast on ESPN.Â
What The Tech: Can this Google tool keep your online information protected?
This invasion of privacy isn't illegal. It's public records. While it can be tough to remove it all, Google has a free tool that makes it harder to find.
Figures Hosts Town Hall in Montgomery, Addresses Health Care, Industry and Infrastructure
Figures said 52 rural hospitals remain open across the state, and 22 face an immediate threat of shutting down.
Montgomery Public Schools hopes to bring retired teachers back into the classrooms
Montgomery Public Schools has hosted a fair to invite retired educators to return to the classroom.
