Trump booking photo worth more than $7 million in campaign donations
For former President Donald Trump, a picture is worth more than $7 million.
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Sudden storm brings down power lines in Prattville
A sudden summer storm in Prattville was strong enough to bring down power lines Saturday.
What the Tech? Warning issued on iPhone charging
It isn't often that Apple issues a safety warning about its products.
"Hog Days of Summer" brings barbecue, music to downtown Montgomery
The Hog Days of Summer brought barbecue and music lovers to the Union Station Train Shed on Saturday.
"Stuff the Truck" collects food, cash for students in need in Montgomery Public Schools
Tie & Doll, Inc., Winn-Dixie and Action 8 News want to thank all of you who donated to the "Stuff the Truck" food drive to help students in Montgomery Public Schools.
What the Tech? Robocalls getting replaced with Robotexts
One report says Americans received some 78 billion robotexts in the first half of 2023. How can you block them?
Bare electrical wire, leaning poles possible cause of deadly fires in Hawaii
Videos and images analyzed by The Associated Press confirm miles of uninsulated electric line were left naked on wooden power poles that were leaning near often-thick foliage.
Wetumpka man killed in Montgomery County crash
A Wetumpka man has been killed in a wreck in Montgomery County.
19-year-old killed, two juveniles hurt in Selma shooting
Selma police are investigating a shooting that left a 19-year-old dead and two juveniles hurt.
15-year-old dies after being shot in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a 15-year-old boy has died after being shot.
Much of Florida under state of emergency as possible tropical storm forms in Gulf of Mexico
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency Saturday for most of the state's Gulf coast as forecasters say a weather system off the coast of Mexico could soon become a tropical storm and start moving toward the area.
PHOTOS: Vacant hotel catches fire in Montgomery
Montgomery Fire/Rescue crews spent the early morning hours Saturday battling a 3-alarm fire at a vacant hotel.
Former Dallas County deputy gets 12 years for assaulting woman stopped for broken tag light
A former Dallas County deputy has been sentenced to more than 12 years in prison for sexually assaulting a woman while he was on duty in Selma, federal prosecutors said.
Bob Barker, "Price Is Right" and "Truth or Consequences" host and animal advocate, dies at 99
Legendary game show host Bob Barker, a household name for a half-century as host of “Truth or Consequences” and “The Price Is Right,” has died at 99.
Thousands converge on National Mall to mark the March on Washington’s 60th anniversary
Thousands converged Saturday on the National Mall for the 60th anniversary of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s March on Washington.
Montgomery police investigating homicide
Montgomery police have launched a homicide investigation after a man was shot and killed.
Alabama preparing to use nitrogen hypoxia for convicted killer's execution
Alabama is seeking to become the first state to execute a prisoner by making him breathe pure nitrogen.
Selma Water Works restricts outdoor water use
Selma Water Works has implemented a water usage restriction for its customers.
Auburn Rural Studio builds emergency shelter in Uniontown
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in the Uniontown area now have a new emergency shelter for people left homeless -- due to house fires -- or natural disasters. Student volunteers with Auburn Rural…
Buckling Up Could Majorly Decrease Traffic Fatalities
No one deserves to lose a friend or family member during a wreck or traffic mishap. What if I told you that some traffic fatalities could be avoided by simply wearing a seatbelt?…
18-year-old charged in Dothan with putting her newborn in the trash
An 18-year-old in Dothan has been charged with capital murder after police said she disposed of her newborn infant by placing it an apartment complex's trash bin and trash compactor.
Selma church prepares to celebrate 150th anniversary
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Little Rock Missionary Baptist Church in Selma -- is preparing to celebrate a major milestone in it's history. It's members have been serving -- and working in the community…
What's Happening: August 25-27
The end of summer is near, but if you can stand the August heat, there's plenty to do outdoors in the River Region this weekend!
Family of slain Montgomery police detective speaks about domestic violence
The family of a Montgomery police detective who was a victim of domestic violence talked to Action 8 News about their loss.
Former President Donald Trump booked at jail in Atlanta
Former President Donald Trump posed for a mug shot Thursday as he surrendered inside a jail in Atlanta on charges that he illegally schemed to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia.
