Tuskegee University police chief arrested in Georgia
The police chief at Tuskegee University has been arrested on a DUI charge in Georgia.
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Montgomery police find body near Eastern Boulevard
Montgomery police say a body has been found near Eastern Boulevard. Montgomery police Lt. Tina McGriff told Action 8 News that police were called to the 3800 block of Eastern Boulevard just before 7PM last night. That location is near…
Emancipation Proclamation signing commemorated in Orrville
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- New Year's Day is a day that many people spend looking forward towards the future -- or reflecting on the year that was. But some people in Dallas…
Life of country music pioneer Hank Williams remembered in Montgomery
It was 73 years ago, on New Year's Day 1953, that country music legend Hank Williams died.
West Montgomery celebrated at 21st annual Lacey-Boyd Parade
People gathered along West Fairview Avenue in Montgomery for the 21st Annual Lacey Boyd Parade.
Cities around the world welcome 2026 with thunderous fireworks and heightened security
From Sydney to Paris to New York City, crowds rang in the new year with exuberant celebrations filled with thunderous fireworks or light shows, while others took a more subdued approach.
Montgomery closing out 2025 with 61 homicides
Action 8 News has checked with the Montgomery Police Department on the number of homicides in 2025, and how the number compares with recent years.
Montgomery Zoo introduces baby ostrich flock
The Montgomery Zoo has announced the public debut of four young ostrich chicks.
i-TEAM: Shannon Paulk: Beyond the Headlines Part 2
Action 8 News has woven together new interviews with archive video to tell the story of the abduction and murder of 11-year-old Shannon Paulk of Prattville in 2001, in the hopes that 2026 will be the year that we finally get answers as to who killed her and why.
Montgomery apartment fire victims remembered with balloon release
People are remembering those lost in a Montgomery apartment fire.
Alabama State Troopers urge you to stay safe during the New Year's holiday
As you plan your New Year's celebrations, Alabama State Troopers are also preparing to keep drivers safe this holiday.
Montgomery man arrested on arson charge
A Montgomery man has been arrested on charges of arson in a domestic violence-related incident, according to fire investigators.
Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy, dies at 35
Environmental journalist Tatiana Schlossberg, one of three grandchildren of the late President John F. Kennedy, has died after she was diagnosed with leukemia last year. She was 35.
Montgomery police issue New Year's safety message
As you prepare to welcome 2026, the Montgomery Police Department has these reminders on how to stay safe and obey the law.
Man dead in Montgomery shooting
It happened around 8:17 p.m. Monday in the 6900 block of Lakeview Drive.
River Region United Way to help those affected by Woodley Terrace Apartment Fire
The River Region United Way is helping those displaced by the recent fire at the Woodley Terrace Apartments, which killed a man and two children.
Lee County judge orders new trial for woman sentenced to 18 years after stillbirth
A judge in Lee County has ordered a new trial for a woman who was sentenced to 18 years in prison following a stillbirth that her attorneys argued was caused by an infection rather than drug use.
Ramer man killed in three-vehicle crash at Taylor Road intersection
The Montgomery Police Department says the crash happened Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at about 5:28 p.m. Officers were called to the intersection of Taylor Road and New Harvest Drive in reference to a three-vehicle traffic accident.
Civil Rights icon remembered in Selma
Dr. Lynda Blackmon Lowery is being remembered in Selma for her lifetime of dedication to the Civil Rights Movement. Dr. Lowery died on Christmas…
i-TEAM: Shannon Paulk: Beyond the Headlines Part 1
As most prepare to welcome 2026, a local family will be remembering a heartbreaking anniversary. Next year will mark 25 years since 11-year-old Shannon Paulk disappeared from her Prattville neighborhood and was later found dead. But a quarter-century later, her killer still has not been caught.
Montgomery police searching for homicide suspect
Montgomery police need your help solving a murder.
West Montgomery native brings new coffee company to his side of the city
A west Montgomery native is bringing a new business to his side of the city.
Warming Center opens in Montgomery due to cold temperatures
The City of Montgomery has opened its warming center due to the cold temperatures that are expected.
ACTION 8 NEWS SPECIAL: The Top 8 Stories of 2025
Action 8 News presents the Top 8 Stories of 2025. This is our annual look back at the stories that shaped our local area during the year.
New police chief on the job in the city of Uniontown
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Uniontown has a new top cop. Action 8 News sat down with the city's new police chief to talk about his goals for the department…
