Hyundai in High Gear Part 5: 20 years of giving back to the community
In the final installment of our Action 8 News Extra: Hyundai in High Gear, we’re taking a closer look at Hyundai’s philanthropic impact.
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Beacon of Hope in Greenville Kicks off Summer Holidays with a Fun Community May Day
The Beacon of Hope is a learning and resource center newly opened in Greenville Alabama. The facility provides specialized activities that help children with learning or behavioral inhibitions find ways to actively be independent.
Selma High School Class of '75 celebrates 50th class reunion
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A group of Selma High School graduates are back in Selma this weekend to celebrate a major milestone. The Selma High School Class of 1975 -- is celebrating its…
Tractor Supply to anchor new development in Wetumpka
The City of Wetumpka has announced its first store coming to the River Town Center.Â
Pike Road man dies in Montgomery County crash
The crash happened around 9:20 p.m. Thursday on Alexander Road near Ashely Road, approximately 10 miles northeast of Montgomery.Â
Andalusia man arrested for sexual assault involving a minor
Andalusia police say a 12-year-old was at a restaurant with his family when he went to the restroom where he was approached by an older man.
Dry Friday, showers and storms return Memorial Day weekend
Saturday looks partly to mostly sunny with high temperatures near 90°. Isolated showers and storms form during the afternoon. A few may become strong to severe, capable of damaging winds or hail.
Hyundai in High Gear Part 4: Assembly plant brings Korean culture to Alabama
In the 20 years that Hyundai's assembly plant has been in operation in Montgomery, our area has enjoyed Korean culture, from food to stores and even church services.
President Trump threatens to put 25% tariffs on Apple iPhones
President Trump has threatened to put a 25% tariff on iPhones unless Apple moves production to the U.S.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: State escapee recaptured in downtown Montgomery
The Alabama Department of Corrections says an escapee has been recaptured in downtown Montgomery.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Tuberville to announce political plans Tuesday
U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) says he will announce whether he will run for governor on Tuesday.
What's Happening: May 23-26
The long Memorial Day holiday weekend has plenty of activities for you to enjoy across the River Region!
CAMPAIGN 2026: Nicole Wadsworth enters lieutenant governor's race
Nicole Wadsworth has become the latest candidate to enter the Republican race for lieutenant governor.
New computer and technology hub opening in downtown Marion
Main Street Marion is putting the final touches on a new computer and technology hub in downtown Marion.
City of Luverne gets law enforcement grant
The Luverne Police Department is getting a grant to help with its law enforcement efforts.
Salvation Army of Montgomery finally finds new permanent home
After three years of moving around temporary locations, the Salvation Army of Montgomery has finally found its permanent home.
Marion man on trial for 2021 murder of his wife
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Marion man is on trial in Perry County -- for the murder of his wife. Thirty-seven year old Jimmy Woods is accused of murder -- and abuse of…
Man injured in Montgomery shooting
Officers were called around 9:15 a.m. Thursday in the 800 block of Herron Street after receiving a call regarding a person shot and a robbery.
Two arrested in Troy double shooting
The incident happened on Wednesday, May 7 on North Knox Street.Â
A Memorial Day Weekend tradition returns to the Capital City
The free performance gets started at 7 p.m. and features patriotic music, Disney's Frozen, Wicked and much more.Â
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Suspect in early morning incident killed in officer-involved shooting on Upper Wetumpka Road
The driver was identified as 19-year-old Raymond Tellis, Jr., of Montgomery.
Dry with sunshine through Friday, weekend shower/storm chances
Shower and storm chances return Memorial Day weekend. However, rain coverage looks isolated, mainly during the afternoon and evening Saturday. Showers and storms look most likely during the afternoon and evening again on Sunday.
SPLC: Hate groups in the U.S. decline but their influence grows
The Montgomery-based Southern Poverty Law Center says the number of white nationalist, hate and anti-government groups around the U.S. has dropped slightly.
i-TEAM: Who killed Montgomery mother Latricia McDade?
A mother was shot dead in her car while waiting for a train to pass in Montgomery in 2018, but her killer is still on the loose.
Montgomery man sentenced for having machine gun conversion device during Tuskegee University shooting
A Montgomery man who was present during the on-campus shooting at Tuskegee University last year has been sentenced for having a machine gun conversion device.
