Reactions divide along party lines after SCOTUS rules for Alabama district map
Reactions are pouring after the Supreme Court ruled overnight that Alabama can use a 2023 congressionally-drawn map in this year’s elections.Â
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Councilwoman Marche Johnson absent from Montgomery City Council meeting as questions swirl around her residence
Many questions continue to surround Councilwoman Johnson's residence as reports broke out over the weekend that she has a home in District 7, according to Montgomery County property records.
Supreme Court allows Alabama to use congressional map favoring Republicans in this year's elections
The justices granted the state’s emergency appeal to use a map it adopted three years ago that has a majority-Black population in just one of its seven congressional districts.
Lowndes Co. Sheriff's Office investigates a rash of shootings
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma man is killed -- and several other people are injured -- in a series of shootings in Lowndes County. Five separate shootings happened in the county --…
Sen. Tommy Tuberville releases tax returns, says he's lived in Alabama since 2018
U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville has released income tax returns, which his campaign says provides proof that he's able to run for governor in this year's election.
Man killed in Montgomery crash
The two-vehicle accident happened around 1:00 a.m. Saturday in the 5000 block of Carmichael Road.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Autauga County Sheriff's candidates speak at forum
The two candidates in the runoff for Autauga County Sheriff have taken time to address voters at a forum in Pine Level.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Qualifying ends for special primaries in Alabama Senate Districts 25 and 26
We now know who has qualified to run in the special primaries for Alabama Senate Districts 25 and 26, which cover Montgomery, Elmore and Crenshaw counties.
Brundidge man dies in Pike County crash
The single-vehicle accident happened around 5:10 p.m. Monday on Alabama 125 near the 23 mile marker.
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed announces revitalization plan for Fairview Farmers Market
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed has unveiled plans to revitalize the farmers market on West Fairview Avenue.
What the Tech: Adding your Real ID digitally to your phone
With the latest version of Apple Wallet, iPhone users can create a Digital ID using their U.S. passport and store it securely on their phone.
Family wants answers about man who died during encounter with Prattville police
Family members of a man who died during an incident involving Prattville police say they want answers about his death.
Property Records: Montgomery City Council member lives in different district from one she represents
Property records show a member of the Montgomery City Council lives in a different district than the one she represents.
City of Georgiana Welcomes New Busy Ant Supermarket
After closing in late 2025 and spending months with no grocery store, the City of Georgiana has welcomed the re-opening of a newly-renovated grocery store.Â
Turner appeals recount denial to State Democratic Executive Committee
Perry County Commissioner Albert Turner, Jr. has appealed to the state Democratic Party after local Democratic Party officials denied his recount request and election contest.
Traffic stop in Troy leads to fentanyl trafficking arrests
Two men are charged with trafficking fentanyl and other charges following a traffic stop in Troy.
Safe from the Storm: 2026 Hurricane Season Begins
Action 8 News has a series of special Extra reports to prepare you for the 2026 hurricane season, which is now underway.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Three juveniles arrested in Montgomery shooting that critically injured a man
It happened around 1:31 p.m. Monday in the 3900 block of Dalraida Place.
Safe from the Storm: Alabama Power has new way to prepare for power outages
Tropical weather often leads to power outages. Alabama Power has a new way to prepare for those outages, long before a storm comes through our area.
Safe from the Storm: Who gets to name hurricanes and why are some names retired?
Many of us remember hurricanes Katrina or Opal. Who gets to name these storms and why are some names retired?
Safe from the Storm: Outlook for 2026 Hurricane Season
Hurricane season is now underway, running from June 1 through November 30. So what is the tropical outlook for 2026?
Juvenile female injured in Montgomery shooting
It happened around 8:36 p.m. Sunday in the 3500 block of LeBron Road.
Severe risk Monday afternoon, evening; Cooler, drier Wednesday
The hot, humid air may fuel strong to severe storms in our area late Monday afternoon into Monday evening. The storm prediction center places much of our area within a marginal (level 1/5) severe risk. Damaging wind gusts are the main hazard.
Man killed, another injured in Tallassee shooting
It happened Saturday in the 200 block of Gilmer Avenue.
