Turner & Saulsberry certified winners of Democratic Primary races in West Alabama
Hotly contested and formerly unresolved primary races for county commission seats in Perry and Wilcox counties have now officially been decided.
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Bald eagle which recovered at Auburn University Raptor Center released into the wild
A bald eagle which was found injured in Prattville has now been released back into the wild following a lengthy recovery at the Auburn University Raptor Center.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Name released of suspect in officer-involved shooting in Montgomery
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency has now released the name of the suspect in an officer-involved shooting in Montgomery.
Fire destroys popular Panama City Beach souvenir store
Panama City Beach Fire Rescue was called around 6:00 a.m. to the Jaws Souvenirs on Thomas Drive.
Registration now underway for the Centerpoint Half Marathon and 5K
The 17th annual run will take place on November 14 at Centerpoint Fellowship Church at 1200 McQueen Smith Road in Prattville.
Heat advisory, low severe storm risk Friday; Less hot this weekend
Friday looks like another very hot day across central and south Alabama. A heat advisory includes most of our area Friday, meaning heat indices likely peak near or above 105° yet again.
Two people shot in barricade situation at home in Chilton County
The Chilton County Sheriff's Office says a barricade situation at a home near Verbena is over, and students at two schools put on lockdown are safe.
Well-known Montgomery businessman Raymond Cohen dies at 95
Montgomery native and well-known businessman Raymond Cohen has died at 95.
Jury awards former Alabama basketball player $9.25 million in verdict against The New York Times
A jury has awarded $9.25 million in damages after finding that The New York Times defamed a University of Alabama basketball player by incorrectly reporting that he was at the scene of a fatal shooting in Tuscaloosa.
Montgomery Gray 8U softball team caps summer with World Series title
They beat teams from across the country, and Tuesday night the Montgomery Gray 8U softball team was recognized by the city council for winning a World Series championship.
Perry removed as Interim Selma Police Chief
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma Police Department is under new leadership tonight -- after former interim Chief Michael Perry is relieved of duty. The removal comes after Perry outlined a dysfunctional…
What's Happening: August 21-23
Barbecue, music, cars, gardening -- it's all happening in the River Region this weekend!
Montgomery church offers free food, services to the community
Members of a Montgomery church have held a community outreach event to provide groceries and services for free to those who need them.
Suspect in Perry Co. stabbing arrested for murder
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- An Irondale woman is behind bars tonight in connection with a 2025 homicide case in Perry County. Chief Deputy Willie Walton says 33 year old Anastassja Mia Cooper…
All Macon County Day to take place on August 29
All Macon County Day will take place on Saturday, August 29 in Downtown Tuskegee.
Montgomery Police Department to hold community prayer rally
Montgomery for Jesus will take place on Sunday, August 30 starting at 4:00 p.m. at the Riverfront Amphitheater.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: FDA upgrades Publix frozen berry recall to highest risk level
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has now upgraded a recall of Publix frozen blueberries and mixed berries to the highest health risk level.
Montgomery police involved in shooting while arresting suspects
A Montgomery police officer has been involved in a shooting while trying to arrest suspects.
Central Alabama Community Foundation, Project Red Clay award grants in Lowndes County
Two local organizations dedicated to helping improve the lives of people throughout the River Region awarded two grants in Lowndes County this week.
No. 13 Alabama looks to return to the CFP with a new starting QB
The Crimson Tide look to make back-to-back appearances in the College Football Playoff under third-year coach Kalen DeBoer and potentially end the Southeastern Conference’s three-year national championship drought.
Rabid fox found in Autauga County; pet owners urged to take precautions
State health officials confirm that a rabid fox has been found in the Billingsley area of northeast Autauga County.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Ensler releases policy proposals if he's elected lieutenant governor
State Rep. Phillip Ensler (D-Montgomery) has unveiled his plans if he is elected lieutenant governor in this year's elections.
Interim Selma Police Chief says SPD needs facilities & equipment upgrade
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- More tonight on the state of the Selma Police Department -- and the city's ongoing search for a new police chief. The four-member search committee made up of…
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Man charged in Montgomery shooting
Montgomery police have charged a man in a shooting that happened near Maxwell Air Force Base.
Second person arrested in Brundidge shooting
Police Chief Ulane Jemison says the shooting happened around 1:00 a.m. on July 4 at the Grown Folks Cafe and Lounge on East Troy Street.
