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What the Tech: Mother's Day gift ideas for moms who are creative

If your mother has a creative flair or a side gig, here are some Mother's Day gift ideas just for her.

Montgomery Residents Ask For More Protection From Mpd

Montgomery Residents Voice Safety Concerns at City Council Meeting

“Safety is important to every citizen in the community, and we need to feel safe,” one frustrated Montgomery resident said.

Gov. Ivey signs shark alert system bill into law

Governor Kay Ivey has officially put her signature on House Bill 437, also known as Lulu's Law.

Suspect arrested after walking into a Midtown grocery store armed with a bb gun

While MPD doesn't disclose the names of businesses, an eyewitness tells Action 8 News that it was the Publix.

Prattville CityFest rescheduled for July 19

This year's CityFest weekend was canceled due to inclement weather and concerns for the safety of the attendees.

1 dead, 1 injured in Marengo County crash

The crash happened around 7:05 p.m. Friday on U.S. 43 near the 127 mile marker, approximately seven miles south of Demopolis.

Dave's Hot Chicken coming to The Shoppes at Eastchase

Dave's Hot Chicken is expected to open in the fall of 2025.

Some sprinkles and isolated showers today

Widespread rain is expected late tonight and early Wednesday

Death investigation launched in Selma after body found in CVS parking lot

A death investigation is underway in Selma after a body was found in the parking lot of the CVS Pharmacy.

City of Montgomery launches ambassador program

The City of Montgomery has launched a new ambassadors program, which is designed to improve downtown.

Montgomery Rotary Club presents checks to three local charities

The Montgomery Rotary Club has presented big checks to three local charities.

ACTION 8 UPDATE: Ground broken for new bank in Pike Road

A groundbreaking ceremony has been held to bring a new banking location to Pike Road.

What the Tech: See tech gifts for Mother's Day

Even if your mother doesn't normally like tech gadgets, here are a few that just might make her Mother's Day extra special.

Trump administration says it will pay illegal immigrants $1,000 to leave U.S.

Some analysts say it costs less to buy someone a plane ticket and give them some incentive money than it does to pay to find them, detain them if necessary, wait for the courts to rule on their case and then send them home.

ONLY ON 8: U.S. Attorney’s new task force in the River Region targets crime on multiple levels

The bust was a result of the Violent Offender Intervention and Deterrence (VOID) program launched in March 2024.

Governor Ivey signs bill to combat inner city gun violence into law

Most provisions in SB 119 will become effective October 1, 2025.

Demopolis community celebrates Small Business Week

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Demopolis is honoring the city's small business community. Mayor Woody Collins signed a proclamation celebrating the contributions that entrepreneurs and small business owners make in the…