Man arrested in Lowndes County murder
A man wanted in connection to a recent murder in Lowndes County is now in custody.Â
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ONLY ON 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers talks about what's next following court decision on Alabama's Congressional districts
Action 8 News Political Analyst Steve Flowers shares his insight on what's to come following the U.S. Supreme Court decision to allow Alabama to use the Congressional district map passed by the Alabama Legislature for this year's elections.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Ibraheem Yazeed asks for acquittal or new trial in killing of Aniah Blanchard
Attorneys for Ibraheem Yazeed, the Montgomery man convicted of killing college student Aniah Blanchard in 2019, have filed a motion asking that he be acquitted or given a new trial.
Millbrook man arrested for solicitation of a child
Police Chief PK Johnson tells Action 8 News that his department received a complaint that a 16-year-old male had been solicited by an adult male for pictures.Â
Attorney for District 3 Councilor Marche Johnson releases statement
An attorney representing Councilwoman Marche Johnson has released a statement refuting the allegations that she no longer lives in the district she serves.
Bullock County hospital gets new operator
Bullock County Rural Emergency Hospital in Union Springs is now being managed and operated by Opelika-based East Alabama Health.
What The Tech: FCC issues warning about Bluetooth connections
The Federal Communications Commission recently reminded Americans that turning off Bluetooth when you're not using it can help protect your devices from hackers. It's one of those warnings that sounds alarming at first.
Reactions divide along party lines after SCOTUS rules for Alabama district map
Reactions are pouring after the Supreme Court ruled overnight that Alabama can use a 2023 congressionally-drawn map in this year’s elections.Â
Councilwoman Marche Johnson absent from Montgomery City Council meeting as questions swirl around her residence
Many questions continue to surround Councilwoman Johnson's residence as reports broke out over the weekend that she has a home in District 7, according to Montgomery County property records.
Supreme Court allows Alabama to use congressional map favoring Republicans in this year's elections
The justices granted the state’s emergency appeal to use a map it adopted three years ago that has a majority-Black population in just one of its seven congressional districts.
Lowndes Co. Sheriff's Office investigates a rash of shootings
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma man is killed -- and several other people are injured -- in a series of shootings in Lowndes County. Five separate shootings happened in the county --…
Sen. Tommy Tuberville releases tax returns, says he's lived in Alabama since 2018
U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville has released income tax returns, which his campaign says provides proof that he's able to run for governor in this year's election.
Man killed in Montgomery crash
The two-vehicle accident happened around 1:00 a.m. Saturday in the 5000 block of Carmichael Road.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Autauga County Sheriff's candidates speak at forum
The two candidates in the runoff for Autauga County Sheriff have taken time to address voters at a forum in Pine Level.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Qualifying ends for special primaries in Alabama Senate Districts 25 and 26
We now know who has qualified to run in the special primaries for Alabama Senate Districts 25 and 26, which cover Montgomery, Elmore and Crenshaw counties.
Brundidge man dies in Pike County crash
The single-vehicle accident happened around 5:10 p.m. Monday on Alabama 125 near the 23 mile marker.
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed announces revitalization plan for Fairview Farmers Market
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed has unveiled plans to revitalize the farmers market on West Fairview Avenue.
What the Tech: Adding your Real ID digitally to your phone
With the latest version of Apple Wallet, iPhone users can create a Digital ID using their U.S. passport and store it securely on their phone.
Family wants answers about man who died during encounter with Prattville police
Family members of a man who died during an incident involving Prattville police say they want answers about his death.
Property Records: Montgomery City Council member lives in different district from one she represents
Property records show a member of the Montgomery City Council lives in a different district than the one she represents.
City of Georgiana Welcomes New Busy Ant Supermarket
After closing in late 2025 and spending months with no grocery store, the City of Georgiana has welcomed the re-opening of a newly-renovated grocery store.Â
Turner appeals recount denial to State Democratic Executive Committee
Perry County Commissioner Albert Turner, Jr. has appealed to the state Democratic Party after local Democratic Party officials denied his recount request and election contest.
Traffic stop in Troy leads to fentanyl trafficking arrests
Two men are charged with trafficking fentanyl and other charges following a traffic stop in Troy.
Safe from the Storm: 2026 Hurricane Season Begins
Action 8 News has a series of special Extra reports to prepare you for the 2026 hurricane season, which is now underway.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Three juveniles arrested in Montgomery shooting that critically injured a man
It happened around 1:31 p.m. Monday in the 3900 block of Dalraida Place.
