Lockheed Martin gets $1 million federal grant for expansion
The Lockheed Martin plant in Pike County is getting a $1 million grant for an expansion that is expected to create 300 new jobs.
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Pay it Forward: Valetta Robinson of Montgomery
Outside of her normal job, Valetta Robinson is always available to provide a helping hand. And no matter the challenge, you can always count on her to step up.
What The Tech: How criminals are tricking artificial intelligence platforms
Cybersecurity experts warn that criminals can trick ai assistants into revealing personal Information, sending emails, and taking actions you never authorized. And the attack Could be hidden in something as ordinary as an email.
Autauga County Fair kicks off at fairgrounds
This year's fair includes 20 family friendly rides, fun fair games, and affordable tickets at just $5.00.Â
Auburn police searching for suspect in pedestrian death
APD says officers responded to the area of Shug Jordan Parkway and North Donahue Drive on Thursday, October 8th, following a report of a pedestrian hit by by a vehicle that left the scene.
Johnnie Sankey wins District 3 runoff in close Montgomery City Council race
Johnnie Sankey is poised to take a seat on Montgomery’s City Council after a nail-biter of a runoff. She says listening to residents and cleaning up the district will be among her priorities.
Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with lung cancer after surgery to remove part of right lung
Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery that confirmed that he has lung cancer, and doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said.
Police: Man killed on Six Flags roller coaster was thrown from the ride and hit other people
Police say a 42-year-old man killed while riding a roller coaster at Six Flags over Georgia was thrown from his seat and struck other patrons before landing below the ride.
Montgomery police searching for vehicles in murder investigation
Montgomery police need help finding two vehicles which may be connected to a man's murder.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Police release name of man found shot to death in Montgomery
Montgomery police have now released the name of a man found shot to death.
What The Tech: Part One of Examining Artificial Intelligence Risks
Some of the people who understand AI best are warning that the technology could someday become too powerful for humans to control. And they worry that day may come sooner than we think.
One person killed, several others injured in incident involving roller coaster at Six Flags in Georgia
One person has died and several others were injured in an incident involving a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.
Pink bus tour honors life of woman who died of breast cancer
Action 8 News caught up with a man on a mission -- to honor the memory of his wife who died of breast cancer by going on a tour in a large pink bus.
Heart of Alabama Food Bank helps our Gulf Coast neighbors impacted by Isaias
Volunteers with the food bank packed more than 1,000 emergency food boxes, pallets of bottled water, and additional supplies donated from Birmingham's food bank.
Kids have a blast at the Alabama National Fair during Action 8 Kids Day
Action 8 designated 2 special days for the fair this year with discounted tickets from 9am - 3pm.
Breakfast Stack Challenge winners receive their awards
Not only was this a fun challenge to build interesting art out of breakfast food, 1,00 pounds of breakfast food was collected for the Heart of Alabama Food Bank.
New program helps Montgomery restaurants gear up for holiday rush
The holiday season can bring a busy stretch for local restaurants. A new program is helping Montgomery’s hospitality industry prepare for the rush.
Wetumpka man killed in Elmore County crash
A Wetumpka man has been killed in a single-car crash in Elmore County.
City of Montgomery gets grants to help save historic Ben Moore Hotel
The City of Montgomery has received two grants from the National Park Service for efforts to save the historic Ben Moore Hotel near downtown.
What The Tech: An free app that is an alternative to Ring cameras
Before you spend money on another home security camera, check that drawer where you keep your old smartphones. You might already have everything you need to keep an eye on your home while you're away.
Two juveniles injured in ATV wreck in Andalusia
Captain Brett Holmes says the incident happened on South Cotton Street around 6:15 p.m. Sunday. He says the two juveniles were riding when the ATV left the roadway and hit a tree.Â
Union Springs man killed in Barbour County crash
A Union Springs man has been killed in a crash that also killed another man in Barbour County.
One person killed in Birmingham when tree falls on home during Hurricane Isaias, another killed in Barbour County crash
One person has been killed in Birmingham when a tree fell on a home as Hurricane Isaias passed through Alabama overnight. Another person has been killed in a weather-related crash in Barbour County.
PHOTOS: Hurricane Isaias brings down trees, powerlines in Greenville
Hurricane Isaias has brought down trees and powerlines in the Greenville area.
