Judge orders new Alabama Senate map after ruling found racial gerrymandering
A federal judge has ordered Alabama to use a new state Senate map in the 2026 and 2030 elections.
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Montgomery City Council sets limit on car washes
The city council also addressed the proposed controversial appointment of a Montgomery businessman.
City of Montgomery donates $100,000 to Heart of Alabama Food Bank
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed presented the check to CEO Michael Coleman during a press conference Tuesday.
Prattville student named Auburn winner in statewide reading contest
The Alabama Education Association named Toxey Dorsett as the Auburn winner of the 2025 AEA Be A Champion and Read Contest.
What The Tech: How Cloudflare's breakdown disrupted the online world
Most of us view the internet as a collection of websites and apps. But behind the scenes, a handful of companies are the backbone, keeping the whole system running. When one of these companies experiences trouble, the disruption is felt by everyone.
Greenville High School Improves State Score by Twelve Points in just One Year
Following the release of this year's state school report card Greenville High School is celebrating an unprecedented 12 point increase pulling the school off of the state's Priority Schools list.
Action 8’s Magical Christmas Toy Drive: Jim Blocker from ServPro
For a dozen years, Action 8 has presented our Magical Christmas Toy Drive to benefit the Salvation Army of Montgomery. One of our partners is ServPro.
Action 8’s Magical Christmas Toy Drive: South University goes on shopping spree
Action 8’s Magical Christmas Toy Drive is underway, with South University going on a shopping spree to help fill up the toy vault.
Auburn man arrested in 2008 sodomy case
Auburn police have arrested a man on sodomy charges for a crime that happened more than 17 years ago.
Congress acts swiftly to force release of Epstein files, sending bill to Trump
Both the House and Senate acted decisively Tuesday to pass a bill to force the Justice Department to publicly release its files on the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein
Federal judges block Texas from using its new US House map in the 2026 midterms
The ruling is a blow to Trump's rush to create a more favorable political landscape for Republicans in next year's midterms.
Alabama Democratic Party names new executive director
Chairman Randy Kelley said Tuesday that Mark Onorato will now serve in that role.
Alabama Public Television votes to continue contract with PBS
The Alabama Educational Television Commission voted without dissent to continue paying the contract with PBS that runs until July.
Family Sunshine Center executive director steps down; interim named
Officials announced Tay Knight is stepping down from her role after more than eight years of service.
House votes overwhelmingly to force release of Epstein files, sending bill to Senate
The bill passed the House 427-1, with the only no vote coming from Rep. Clay Higgins.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Man identified in Montgomery homicide
It happened around 6:20 p.m. Monday in the 100 block of Courtland Drive.
Woman killed in Auburn crash involving a school bus
It happened Tuesday morning in the 1000 block of East University Drive.
Unusually warm weather will continue through Friday
Rain chances remain very low through Thursday
What The Tech: Tips to save money on shipping without an Amazon Prime subscription
More than 200 million people pay $140 for Amazon Prime. That's a good deal for some, but if you only use it for free shipping, it's not that great of a deal.
Fire breaks out at Montgomery restaurant
Action 8 News was on the scene as fire was coming from the roof.
Miracle at Hilltop returns to the Capital City
For the third year in a row, Hilltop Public House has transformed into a festive, over-the-top Christmas bar featuring cocktails and holiday spirit.
Montgomery City Council Committee Moves Closer Towards Airbnb and Single-Room Rental Oversight
According to city officials, Montgomery currently has 587 short-term rentals, most of which are unlicensed.
Man charged in July homicide in Montgomery
Montgomery police have charged a man in a homicide that happened over the summer.
Action 8’s Magical Christmas Toy Drive: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama goes on shopping spree
Action 8’s Magical Christmas Toy Drive is underway, with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama going on a shopping spree to help fill up the toy vault.
Man dead in Montgomery shooting
It happened around 6:20 p.m. Monday in the 100 block of Courtland Drive.
