Former Montgomery City Council member sues over removal from seat
Action 8 News has confirmed that former Montgomery City Council member Marche Johnson has filed a lawsuit against the council for removing her from office.
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U.S. Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship
The justices relied on a long-settled understanding of the 14th Amendment, adopted after the Civil War, and more recent federal laws in ruling that anyone born in the country, with very limited exceptions, is a citizen.
U.S. Supreme Court upholds state laws banning transgender girls and women from school athletic teams
The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld state laws barring transgender girls and women from playing on school athletic teams.
Orrville man found shot at his home Sunday night
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- An Orrville man is recovering in a Birmingham hospital after being shot at his home Sunday night. Twenty-one year old Javon Richardson was found by his father suffering from…
Judge hears arguments challenging Alabama residency of GOP gubernatorial nominee Tommy Tuberville
Arguments involving a lawsuit challenging the Alabama residency of Republican nominee for governor Tommy Tuberville have been heard in a Montgomery County courtroom.
Elmore County coroner candidate withdraws from race following arrest
Action 8 News has confirmed that the Republican nominee for Elmore County coroner has dropped out of the race following his arrest.
Protecting your pets on the 4th of July
We're just days away from celebrating our nation's 250th anniversary, but did you know that July 5th is usually one of the busiest days of the year for animal shelters across the country?Â
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Jackson Hospital says talks with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama continuing
As Montgomery's bankrupt Jackson Hospital searches for ways to survive, it says talks with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama are continuing.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Hyundai recalls 96,000 SUVs
Hyundai is recalling more than 96,000 SUVS that were built at its assembly plant in Montgomery.
Montgomery police identify victim in Saturday shooting
Police say the shooting happened at 7:52 p.m. in the 1500 block of Westcott Street in Montgomery
1 dead, 2 injured in Crenshaw County crash
It happened around 5:20 a.m. Sunday at the intersection of Alabama 189 and Crenshaw County 43, approximately six miles southeast of Brantley.
What the Tech App of the Day: Bibliobeats
Bibliobeats is a new app that pairs books with music. Think of it as a soundtrack for whatever you are reading.
Father, son arrested after search warrant executed
ADOC and ALEA agents searched the home and discovered approximately 227 grams of amphetamines, a stolen handgun, a digital scale, and other contraband items.
Man critically injured in Montgomery shooting
Police responded to the 300 block of Centennial Circle in regards to a person shot.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Man arrested in deadly West Montgomery shooting
It happened around 7:52 p.m. Saturday in the 1500 block of Westcott Street.Â
Woman injured in crash between two bass boats on Lake Mitchell
Two people were thrown into the water, with one injured, when two bass boats crashed on Lake Mitchell in Coosa County.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Woman dies after being injured in Montgomery house fire
The Montgomery Fire/Rescue Department says a woman who was injured in a house fire earlier this week has died.
Alabama grocery tax holiday to end July 1
Shopping for groceries? You'll want to make your purchases before July 1, when Alabama's grocery tax holiday ends.
Alexander City Police: Black bear seen in area
The Alexander City Alabama Police Department has sent out an alert, warning people of a black bear sighting in the area.
Montgomery police chief announces restart of city's motorcycle police unit
Montgomery Police Chief James Graboys has announced that the city is restarting its motorcycle police unit as he provided an update on the latest crime statistics.
National HIV Testing Day Basketball Tourament to tip off this weekend
Guests can enjoy an afternoon full of basketball, giveaways, games and free HIV testing on Friday, June 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kershaw YMCA in Montgomery.
Auburn man arrested after hitting victim with car
Officers responded Thursday to the 200 block of West Magnolia Avenue after receiving a call that a person had been hit by a vehicle.
Midsummer heat and high humidity are coming this weekend
Heat index values could reach 105 degrees or higher on Sunday
America250: List of local Independence Day celebrations, fireworks shows
Here's a look at local Independence Day celebrations as America celebrates its 250th anniversary.
