Montgomery police looking for missing man
56-year-old William Mickle Henley was last seen driving a 2025 Dodge Ram 1500 to Mobile for business.
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U.S. House censures Rep. Al Green for disrupting Trump's address to Congress
The U.S. House has voted to censure Rep. Al Green (D-Texas) for disrupting President Donald Trump's address to Congress.
South Alabama Battles wildfires following Increased Wind Gusts
On the brink of a major storm system Alabama experienced a record breaking number of wildfires in South Alabama, fires in both Lowndes and Butler Counties blaze.
U.S. automakers to get a one month exemption before tariffs take effect
President Trump is giving a one-month exemption to U.S. automakers from the tariffs that took effect on March 4.
Taco Bell reports strong sales as other fast food giants struggle
While some fast-food chains are struggling, Taco Bell is crunching the competition with higher sales.
What the Tech: First Lady Melania Trump wants U.S. to clamp down on "revenge porn"
First Lady Melania Trump is urging lawmakers to pass the "Take It Down Act," which is designed to protect people from having their nude images shared online without their permission.
Two killed in Crenshaw County fire
The fire happened around 6:42 a.m. Tuesday in the 15000 block of W. Helicon Road in the Helicon community.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Four people indicted in fatal shooting at Tuskegee University
Four people have been indicted in a mass shooting that happened last year on the campus of Tuskegee University that left an 18-year-old dead.
Dispute between Lowndes Co. elected officials returns to court
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Action 8 News has learned that Sheriff Chris West was recently arrested again -- for the very same harassment and obstructing-governmental-operations charges -- that he faced last year. The…
Man wanted in connection to 2024 double murder
Authorities have been searching for 18-year-old Kadarius Griggs, also known as "Dada," since December 26, 2024.
Montgomery City Council approves gas tax increase
The council voted 6-3 to raise the tax from seven cents to 10.
Domestic shooting leaves 1 dead, 1 in custody
William Morgan is charged with murder and is currently in the Covington County Jail on a $500,000 bond.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Victim's name released in fatal Montgomery shooting
The name of the man shot and killed in the 2200 block of E. 3rd Street has been released.
CBS News Poll: Large majority of people who watched Trump speech liked it
A new CBS News poll shows a large majority of people who watched President Trump's speech to a joint session of Congress approved of what they saw and heard.
President Trump vows to press ahead on reshaping America in speech to Congress
President Donald Trump is vowing to keep up his campaign of “swift and unrelenting action” in reorienting the nation’s economy, immigration and foreign policy in a speech to Congress.
Montgomery city councilman, bank create partnership to help MPD officers become homeowners
The new initiative, called the Community Homebuyer Loan, is a product that is tailored specifically for members of Montgomery's law enforcement.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Driver involved in chase out of Prattville arrested
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency says the driver has been identified as 26-year-old Keonte Kindred, of Albany, GA.
7 Brew Coffee coming to Millbrook
Officials say the new location in Millbrook is expected to open sometime in May.
Zelenskyy calls his Oval Office spat with Trump "regrettable," says he's ready to work for peace
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the Oval Office blowup with President Trump last week was “regrettable,” adding that he stands ready to work under Trump's “strong leadership” to get a lasting peace.
Schedule released of public interviews for Montgomery Public Schools Superintendent
You have the chance to attend public interviews of the six finalists for superintendent of Montgomery Public Schools.
U.S. tariffs on goods imported from Canada and Mexico go into effect
President Trump’s long-threatened tariffs against Canada and Mexico have gone into effect.
Carl Dean, Dolly Parton's husband of nearly 60 years who inspired "Jolene," dies at 82
Carl Dean, Dolly Parton's devoted husband of nearly 60 years who avoided the spotlight and inspired her timeless hit “Jolene,” died Monday. He was 82.
Six people shot Saturday during a trail ride in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Six people are shot -- when a man opens fire with an assault weapon -- at crowded outdoor event this weekend in Dallas County. Sheriff Mike Granthum says the…
Senate confirms McMahon to lead Education Department as Trump pushes to shut it down
The Senate voted to confirm McMahon 51-45.
Troy University to close Phenix City campus
The Troy University Board of Trustees voted to cease operations on December 31, 2025.
