CAMPAIGN 2026: State Rep. Phillip Ensler kicks off campaign for lieutenant governor
State Rep. Phillip Ensler (D-Montgomery) has kicked off his campaign for lieutenant governor.
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Kappa Alpha Psi alumni hold career fair to help young men plan their future
Dozens of young men from across the River Region have learned how to provide a better future for themselves.
Ft. Deposit preparing for city election "re-do" following problems in 2025
Voters in Fort Deposit will be going to the polls once again after a judge threw out some results of the city's August 2025 municipal election.
Salvation Army of Montgomery looks ahead following 2025 holiday donation season
The Salvation Army of Montgomery wants to thank everyone for their donations during the Christmas season, while offering a reminder that it has needs all year long.
What the Tech: The wild and weird tech from the CES
A lot of what we see at CES will never make it to store shelves. But every now and then, something strange, clever, or unexpected turns into the next big thing.
‘Do It for Drek’: Montgomery Cardinals Finish Perfect Season After Coach’s Shooting
“I was shot seven times on the football field,” Goodwyn said. “A lot of these kids witnessed that.”
Former longtime Saint James School football coach Jimmy Perry passes away
Perry, who retired from Saint James in 2023, led the school to its first state championship in school history in 2022.
Man arrested in Opelika home invasion
Police say it happened around 8:30 p.m. Saturday, in the 400 block of Jordan's Gate Drive.
Search underway for missing boater in Autauga County
The search is underway for a missing boater in Autauga County.
Two people injured in shooting on Rosa Parks Avenue in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting on Rosa Parks Avenue that left two people injured, one seriously. Montgomery police Cpl. James Dozier told Action 8 News that at about 9PM…
House catches fire on Charles Street in Montgomery
Montgomery firefighters have battled a house fire in the 4600 block of Charles Street. District Fire Chief K.R. Peoples said the fire was reported at about 9:41AM yesterday. People says upon arrival, crews observed moderate smoke coming from the single-story…
Montgomery firefighters battle house fire on Carriage Oaks Drive
Montgomery firefighters have battled a house fire in the 3700 block of Carriage Oaks Drive. District Fire Chief K.R. Peoples says the fire was reported around 4:06PM yesterday. When firefighters arrived, heavy smoke was coming from the home. The fire…
Selma private school employee facing sex charges involving a student
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- An employee at a private school in Selma -- is facing sex charges involving a student. Fifty-three year old Frederick Davis is charged with enticing-a-child -- school-employee-having-sexual-contact --…
Police chase that stretched from Opelika into Georgia ends with suicide
Opelika police say a police chase that stemmed from a domestic dispute and welfare check has ended with the suspect's suicide in Georgia.
First of three Piggly Wiggly Food For Less stores set to open in former Winn-Dixie locations
The first of three local Piggly Wiggly Food For Less stores is preparing to open in Wetumpka, taking the place of Winn-Dixie, which is exiting Alabama.
Suspect sought in theft of Home Depot rental truck in Opelika
Opelika police need your help finding a man suspected of stealing a Home Depot rental truck.
Man injured in downtown Montgomery shooting
It happened around 10:25 p.m. Thursday in the 600 block of Madison Avenue.
What The Tech: An inside look at the top humanoid robots at CES
As CES wraps up, robotics companies will leave Las Vegas with massive amounts of data gathered from real human interactions on the show floor.
Dallas Co. Sheriff Mike Granthum to retire, won't seek re-election
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Big news coming out of Dallas County tonight regarding Campaign 2026. Action 8 News has learned that Sheriff Mike Granthum -- will not seek reelection this year. After…
Troy man arrested after police pursuit in Millbrook, Prattville
Millbrook police say a Troy man has been arrested after a pursuit that started over taillights that weren't working.
Award-winning actress Octavia Spencer visits Montgomery elementary school
Students at Highland Avenue Elementary School in Montgomery got a surprise visit from Montgomery native and Hollywood star Octavia Spencer.
Man convicted of 2015 fatal road-rage shooting in Montgomery
A Montgomery County man has been convicted of a 2015 fatal shooting tied to a road-rage incident.
8 ON YOUR SIDE: The way to make local calls in 334 area code is about to change
As Action 8 News has reported, the way you make local calls in the 334 area code is about to change. That change happens later this month.
State awards grants to help domestic violence victims in our area
The State of Alabama is awarding more than $1.5 million in federal grants to local agencies to help victims of domestic violence and to prosecute suspects.
