Faith and Blue Prayer Service held in Montgomery
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office has hosted a Faith and Blue Prayer Service at First Baptist Church on Perry Street.
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Beacon Center holds retreat for first responders
The Beacon Center has held a retreat for first responders to help them relax after the violent weekend in Montgomery.
Lifesouth opens second blood center in Montgomery
Lifesouth has opened a second community blood center in Montgomery.
Local family among those in the military who won't be paid due to government shutdown
Heather Campbell lost her job over the summer because of federal funding cuts. Her husband serves as an officer at Maxwell Air Force Base, but now he’s facing the prospect of missing his next paycheck because of the government shutdown.
Three killed in four-vehicle crash in Millbrook
Millbrook police are investigating a four-vehicle crash that left three people dead and two others injured.
What The Tech: The magic of GPS systems on your phone
Whether you're finding the nearest coffee shop, tracking a delivery, or checking your kids' location, you're relying on a system the military once kept secret.
Two-person tandem team with Alabama ties wins Great Alabama 650
Bobby Johnson and Matt Taylor crossed the finish line at Fort Morgan around 11:51 p.m Thursday.
ONLY ON 8: Day 6 of the Great Alabama 650
We are six days into the country's longest paddle race and we are already close to having a winner.
Tuskegee University names new police chief
Chief Kareem Easley takes over from Joshua Phillips who was relieved of duty in September.
City of Montgomery planning Veterans Day celebration
The City of Montgomery is making plans for a Veterans Day Celebration that will featuring Maj. Gen. (Retired) Clyde A. “Lou” Hennies.
Alabama Department of Transportation awards grants to improve airports
The Alabama Department of Transportation has awarded more than $2 million in state grants to help improve 27 airports.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Toyota recalls 394,000 vehicles
Toyota is recalling 394,000 vehicles because the rearview camera may not display when backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.
Israel and Hamas agree to first phase of Trump-backed peace plan
Israel and Hamas have agreed to pause fighting in Gaza and to release the remaining hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, adopting parts of a peace plan backed by President Donald Trump.
What The Tech: Why artificial intelligence still can't think like Santa
ChatGPT doesn't actually know your family and friends. It doesn't have opinions or feelings. And some of the suggestions might get you into trouble.
Youth Mentor Urges Unity, Action After Downtown Montgomery Mass Shooting
The three took cover behind the hot dog cart as gunfire continued.
ALEA and Alabama State Troopers working to reduce Teenage Vehicle Fatalities
October is National Teen Drivers Safety Month and the Alabama Department of Transportation along with several other Alabama agencies are hoping to reduce crashes and fatalities involving 16 to 19 year old drivers on our roadways.
Marion residents voice health concerns about raw sewage problem
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A group of Marion residents say lingering sewage problems -- are raising major health concerns around the city. The group says free flowing raw sewage at locations around…
ONLY ON 8: Day 5 of the Great Alabama 650
Action 8 News has partnered with Alabama Scenic River Trail to bring you daily coverage of the Great Alabama 650 race.
Montgomery City Council member calls for delay, review of upcoming gun show
Montgomery City Council member Marche Johnson says she wants an upcoming gun show to be delayed and reviewed following the mass shooting that left two people dead and a dozen injured, some critically.
Governor, mayor talk to each other about Montgomery mass shooting
Gov. Kay Ivey and Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed have now had a conversation regarding the mass shooting that killed two people and left 12 others injured, some critically.
Prattville hosts statewide disaster response drill
The City of Prattville is hosting the Alabama Mutual Aid System’s 2025 full-scale disaster response drill at Cooters Pond Park.
Equal Justice Initiative announces opening of Elevation Convening Center and Hotel
The Equal Justice Initiative has announced the opening of phase one of the Elevation Convening Center and Hotel in downtown Montgomery.
River Region United Way establishes fund to help victims of Montgomery mass shooting
The River Region United Way has announced that it is starting a fund to help the victims of the mass shooting in downtown Montgomery that left two people dead and a dozen others injured, some critically.
Montgomery ministers come together in wake of mass shooting
The Montgomery Metro Ministers Union is addressing the mass shooting that left two people dead and 12 others injured, some seriously.
What the Tech: Amazon now offers buy now, pay later option
Amazon's new Buy Now, Pay Later option sounds great, but see why experts say it could put you into debt faster than you think.
