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Midtown YMCA adds Esports lounge

The Midtown YMCA in Montgomery is leveling up by adding a new Esports lounge for people who enjoy playing sports electronically.

Golfers raise money, awareness of domestic violence at tournament in Greenville

Golfers got the chance to help raise awareness about domestic violence and support abuse survivors across our area at a golf tournament in Greenville.

Demopolis Times closure evidence of changing times

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Demopolis Times newspaper published its last and final issue one week ago Wednesday. But now that its gone -- how will people in the River City get…

ACTION 8 UPDATE: Federal judge dismisses former Montgomery police chief's lawsuit against city, mayor

A federal judge has dismissed the lawsuit that former Montgomery Police Chief Ernest Finley had filed against the city and Mayor Steven Reed.

Fort Novosel to return to original name, but not in memory of Confederate general

An Alabama U.S. Army base that had its name changed under the Biden administration will now revert back to its original name.

Macon County Economic Development Authority steps in to buy "The Tuskegee News"

The Tuskegee News, the 160-year-old newspaper in Tuskegee, has been saved from possible closure by the Macon County Economic Development Authority.

Brian Wilson, Beach Boys visionary leader and summer's poet laureate, dies at 82

Wilson's family posted news of his death to his website and social media accounts Wednesday. Further details weren't immediately available.

Leadership Montgomery Class 41 Donates 10 Computers To Strong Foundation

Donation From Leadership Montgomery Class Boosts Local Summer Camp

Strong Foundation plans to expand the use of the computers beyond summer camp.

18-year-old arrested in Tuskegee following police chase on Interstate 85

An 18-year-old has been arrested in Tuskegee following a police chase that started in Opelika and went down Interstate 85.

Selma Mayor James Perkins, Jr., to seek re-election

Selma Mayor James Perkins, Jr., has announced that he will seek another term in this year's municipal election.

U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell helps introduce bipartisan legislation to address doctor shortage

U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (D-Alabama) and U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pennsylvania) are introducing a bipartisan bill they hope will combat the doctor shortage.

HOW TO HELP: Troy Animal Rescue Project found 100 dogs living in home

The Troy Animal Rescue Project is looking for help after it says around 100 dogs were found inside a home.

Two contraband arrests made at state prison in Barbour County

Two people have been arrested on contraband charges at Easterling Correctional Facility in Barbour County.

ACTION 8 UPDATE: Alabama executes man for the 1988 beating death of a woman he dated

Gregory Hunt was convicted of killing Karen Lane in Cordova, a woman he had been dating for about a month, according to court records.

Sly Stone, leader of funk band "Sly and the Family Stone," dies at 82

Sly Stone, the revolutionary musician whose Sly and the Family Stone transformed popular music in the 1960s and ’70s and beyond with such hits as “Everyday People,” “Stand!” and “Family Affair,” has died at 82.

Gov. Kay Ivey appoints new secretary for Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education

Gov. Kay Ivey says she will appoint Ami Brooks to serve as secretary of the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education.

ACTION 8 UPDATE: Second arrest made in robbery of Montgomery businessman Jim Massey

A second arrest has been made in the robbery of Jim Massey, the well-known owner of the Montgomery-based Jim Massey dry cleaning chain of stores.

Selma non-profit honors Dallas Co. Sheriff's Office

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma non-profit organization provides gift cards to the men and women of the Dallas County Sheriff's Office -- to show their appreciation for the work they do. WoodmenLife…