U.S. reducing the presence of staffers in the Middle East as tensions rise
The U.S. is drawing down the presence of staffers not deemed essential in the Middle East and their loved ones due to the potential for regional unrest.
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Southern Baptist Convention delegates overwhelmingly call for ban on same-sex marriage
Southern Baptist delegates at their national meeting overwhelmingly endorsed a ban on same-sex marriage — including a call for a reversal of the U.S. Supreme Court's 10-year-old decision that made it legal.
New Montgomery Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Zickeyous Byrd sits down with Action 8 News
After about two months on the job, Montgomery Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Zickeyous Byrd sat down with Action 8 News to discuss his plans for improving the school system.
ACTION 8 i-TEAM: Who shot and killed Joseph Goodwin in Selma?
The family of a man who was shot and killed in Selma in 2023 hopes you have a tip to bring the killer to justice.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Name released of man found shot to death in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a man has been shot and killed in the Western Hills area of the city.
Police: Andalusia mother arrested after newborn baby tests positive for drugs
An Andalusia mother has been arrested after police say her newborn baby tested positive for drugs.
Greenville man killed in ATV crash
A Greenville man has been killed after crashing the ATV he was driving in Butler County.
Montgomery Public Schools to host farmers market, seeking vendors
Montgomery Public Schools will soon host a farmers market and is looking for vendors to help provide fresh fruits and vegetables.
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.
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.
