Montgomery police make third arrest in mass shooting
Montgomery police have announced that a third person has been arrested in the mass shooting downtown that left two people dead and a dozen others injured, some critically.
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Pike Road playgrounds now have inclusive features
All three of Pike Road Schools' playgrounds are now equipped with communication boards and inclusive swings to make sure that all children have fun and can communicate, regardless of their abilities.
Pedestrian hit, injured in Montgomery
A pedestrian has been hit by a vehicle and seriously injured in Montgomery.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed explains why he vetoed resolution to help Jackson Hospital
Action 8 News has received a statement from the Office of Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed to explain why he vetoed a city council resolution offering support for Jackson Hospital.
State leaders unveil Alabama Department of Workforce
Former state senator Greg Reed has been tapped to lead the department. He says the goal is to grow the state's workforce by providing faster and easier access to job training and job seeking services.
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed vetoes city council resolution to help Jackson Hospital
Action 8 News has confirmed that Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed has vetoed a city council resolution aimed at helping Jackson Hospital keep its doors open as it struggles through bankruptcy.
Montgomery city officials, business leaders come together in wake of mass shooting
Montgomery city leaders and downtown business owners have come together to talk about the mass shooting and what can be done to ensure that downtown continues thriving.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Jackson Hospital gets lifeline to remain open, at least for now
Montgomery's Jackson Hospital has received additional funding to allow it to remain open, at least until later this year.
What The Tech: How to protect your Facebook from scammers
When a stranger sends you a friend request, you ignore it as you should. But what most people don't know is that even if you decline or ignore it, that person is still following you. That is how scams start.
Preliminary hearing held for suspect accused of killing retired Auburn professor
During Wednesday's hearing, an Auburn police detective gave testimony about what their investigation uncovered.
Butler County Sheriff Department Speaks out about Inmate Safety and Facility Security Following Several Inmate Involved Incidents
The Butler County Sheriff’s Department is receiving ridicule following several incidents-- one of which involves three inmates found unresponsive in their jail cell.
Golf Classic benefits special needs children in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The family of former Selma Mayor George Evans hosted the 15th Annual Evans Special Benefit Fund Golf Classic in support of children with special needs. Golfers from around…
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Conditions of two Montgomery mass shooting victims improve
The conditions of two of the people shot in the mass shooting in downtown Montgomery have improved.
Man injured in shooting at Brundidge convenience store
Brundidge Police are searching for the person who shot a man at a convenience store.
Lee County Sheriff's deputies save teenager in house fire
A teenager's life was saved in a house fire thanks to quick action from some Lee County Sheriff's deputies.
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office's Halloween Spooktacular will happen, after all
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office has announced that its huge Halloween Spooktacular event will take place this year after all.
HD Hyundai Power Transformers USA makes donation to Montgomery Police Department
HD Hyundai Power Transformers USA has made a donation of $20,000 to the Montgomery Police Department.
Alabama National Fair wraps up another successful year
As cleanup gets underway following the 71st annual Alabama National Fair, organizers say it was another successful year.
Rabies vaccines to be distributed across 14 Alabama counties, some in our area
Oral rabies vaccines will be distributed by air and ground teams across 14 Alabama counties over the next three weeks.
What The Tech: Protecting your home on Google Street View
Of course, you wouldn't walk around town handing pictures of your house to strangers. But if someone finds your address online, with just a couple of clicks they can see your home, and everything sitting in the driveway.
Pay It Forward: Carl Carlson of Wetumpka
Carl Carlson is 93 years old. He volunteers at the Elmore County food pantry just about every day.
Ground broken for new Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences in Demopolis
Gov. Kay Ivey and other leaders have broken ground in Demopolis for the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences, which will be a residential high school for students statewide.
Troy University ensuring that military members can continue education during government shutdown
During the government shutdown, Troy University is ensuring service members can continue their education without interruption.
First students graduate from Apple Education program in Montgomery
A graduation ceremony has been held to honor the first participants in the Apple Foundation program.
Prattville police officer arrested in Millbrook
A Prattville police officer has been arrested in Millbrook, according to Prattville city leaders.
