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Two charged after two pedestrians hit, one killed, in Montgomery

The drivers of two cars are facing charges after two pedestrians were hit, with one killed, in Montgomery.

Pets of the Week: May 26

This week we have Shang and Kona.

Unkept conditions at Byrd School raising concerns in Selma

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A vacant school building in Selma is raising concerns among residents in one of the city's historic districts. Byrd School closed down in 2019 -- and it's now a…

Alabama Democrats say they'll challenge U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville's residency

The head of the Alabama Democratic Party says he will challenge U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville's state residency as Tuberville runs for governor.

Action 8 Political Analyst Steve Flowers: Tuberville will be tough to challenge in governor's race

Action 8 News was in Auburn as U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville announced that he is running for governor. Our political analyst Steve Flowers says it will be tough for anyone to challenge him.

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville announces 2026 bid for Alabama governor

Action 8 News was in Auburn where U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville announced that he's running for governor.

ACTION 8 UPDATE: Man faces capital murder charges following victim's death in Montgomery

Montgomery police have increased the charges against a shooting suspect after the victim died.

Man killed in Alexander City crash

A man has been killed in a one-car crash in Alexander City.

Man dies after being shot in Alexander City

Alexander City Police say a man has died after he was shot.

NPR sues Trump administration over executive order to cut funding

National Public Radio and three stations have filed a lawsuit against President Trump, arguing that an executive order aimed at cutting federal funding for the organization is illegal.

Troy man killed after being struck by two vehicles in Pike County

A Troy man has been killed after he was struck by two vehicles.

Selma celebrates Memorial Day and honors the gift of freedom

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Folks in Selma spent Memorial Day enjoying the day with family and friends -- and honoring the sacrifice of the men and women who made it all possible. The…

What the Tech: Here's how to find your lost smartphone

We've all been there. That moment of dread when you can't find your phone. Did you lose it? Here's how to find it quickly.

President Trump honors fallen soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery

President Trump has honored fallen service members during a Memorial Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, calling them “great, great warriors" who were “America's best and bravest.”

Alabama Poppy Project honors the military in Prattville

The Alabama Poppy Project has honored the lives of fallen U.S. servicemen and women since 2020.

Spring Chicken Festival celebrated at SweetCreek Farm Market in Pike Road

Hundreds of people flocked to SweetCreek Farm Market in Pike Road to browse through craft tents and taste some delicious homemade treats.

Athletes compete at Special Olympics State Games at Troy University

Athletes from across Alabama competed in the annual State Special Olympics games at Troy University.

"Duck Dynasty" TV star and family patriarch Phil Robertson dies

Phil Robertson, who turned his small duck calling interest in the sportsman's paradise of northern Louisiana into a big business and conservative cultural phenomenon, died Sunday at 79.