CAMPAIGN 2026: Democratic former U.S. Senator Doug Jones launches campaign for Alabama governor
Former U.S. Senator Doug Jones, the last Democrat to hold statewide office in Alabama, has kicked off his campaign for governor.
News
Action 8's Magical Christmas Toy Drive comes to another successful end
Thanks to all of you who donated, Action 8's Magical Christmas Toy Drive has had another successful year.
Marengo Co. community continues legacy of giving
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Marengo County woman's love of Christmas and heart for giving -- has now grown into a community-wide effort to spread Christmas joy. Dorell Twilley says her mother…
Montgomery man charged in fatal pedestrian hit and run
Montgomery police have charged a man in a fatal pedestrian hit and run.
Alabama State Troopers bring Christmas cheer to hospitalized children
Alabama State Troopers took time to visit children at Baptist Medical Center East in Montgomery and to bring them a Christmas surprise.
Montgomery Public Schools unveils new vision for the future
The initiatives allow every MPS student, regardless of school zone, to have access to career-ready pathways.
Dallas Co. High School hosts VEX Robotics competition
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Dallas County High School hosted it's very first VEX Robotics Competition today on the campus. Student teams battled it out for a chance to move on and compete…
Selma-Dallas Public Library hosts wreath making event
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma-Dallas County Public Library hosted the community's newest Christmas holiday tradition Thursday morning at the library. The annual Haul-Out-the-Holly combines the Christmas holidays -- creativity -- and…
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Selma man reported missing located
36-year-old Maurice Lynch has been located.
Montgomery police charge man with reckless murder after fatal wreck
Montgomery police have charged a man with reckless murder following a fatal wreck.
Lee County Sheriff's Office arrests 22 people in "Operation Gang Shield"
Investigators from the Lee County Sheriff’s Office say they've arrested 22 people as part of Operation Gang Shield, which targeted a violent street gang called "Sex, Money, Murder."
Alabama commission approves licenses for medical marijuana dispensaries
The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission has approved licenses for dispensaries, a key step to making medical marijuana available in the state after years of delay.
Montgomery police searching for missing man
Montgomery police need your help finding a missing man.
ONLY ON 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers looks ahead to 2026 elections
Political Analyst Steve Flowers outlines what to expect in the 2026 elections, including the chances that gambling could be put on the November ballot.
What's Happening: December 12-14
The Christmas spirit is in the air all across the River Region, with plenty of events for you to enjoy!
Former Vice President Kamala Harris coming to Montgomery
Former Vice President Kamala Harris will be speaking in Montgomery in 2026.
Montgomery Regional Chamber holds 153rd Annual Meeting, honors Gov. Kay Ivey
The Montgomery Regional Chamber’s 153rd Annual Meeting brought together leaders from across the state to celebrate the area's economic success.
Volunteers pack bags for Montgomery's Meals on Wheels
Volunteers gathered together in Montgomery to pack hundreds of "holiday bags" for local seniors in need.
Montgomery Biscuits baseball team sold to new owners
The Montgomery Biscuits baseball team has been sold to a newly-established owner, which is also buying another team.
CBS names Tony Dokoupil as anchor of "CBS Evening News"
CBS News has named Tony Dokoupil as anchor of its flagship broadcast, the "CBS Evening News.”
$1M in Federal Funds Sparks Hope for New Tuskegee Public Safety Center
The federal funding is the first step towards a new public safety building in Tuskegee.
Two arrested in Montgomery for making a false report involving a child
Lt. Tina McGriff says around 1:39 p.m. Wednesday, officers responded to the 2600 block of Zelda Road.
Dallas Co. deputies bust suspected bootlegger
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Deputies in Dallas County bust a suspected bootlegger -- after executing a search warrant early Wednesday morning. Sheriff Mike Granthum says investigators were able to obtain the warrant…
Man pleads guilty to 2022 Montgomery murder
A man has pleaded guilty to a murder that happened in a Montgomery hotel parking lot in 2022.
