President Trump says he will reopen Alcatraz prison
President Trump says he wants to reopen and expand Alcatraz, the notorious former prison on a hard-to-reach California island that has been closed for more than 60 years.
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ACTION 8 UPDATE: Man charged in fatal hit and run involving pedestrian in Montgomery
A man has been charged with hitting and killing a pedestrian in Montgomery before leaving the scene.
Father, son charged with capital murder in Montgomery
A man and his son have been charged with capital murder in a fatal shooting in Montgomery.
Man faces attempted murder charge in Chilton County
The Chilton County Sheriff's Office says a man has been charged in connection to an attempted murder in Maplesville.
Fire damages home in east Montgomery
Montgomery firefighters have battled a house fire in east Montgomery.
New mural unveiled at Montgomery's Freedom Rides Museum
In honor of the 64th anniversary of the Freedom Rides, a new community mural has been unveiled at the Freedom Rides Museum in downtown Montgomery.
Montgomery Kidney Walk brings out hundreds despite rainy weather
The annual Montgomery Kidney Walk and Celebration went on as scheduled despite rainy conditions yesterday morning.
Families end challenge to Alabama ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors
Plaintiffs are dropping a lawsuit filed in 2022 challenging a state law that makes it a felony to treat people under age 19 with puberty blockers or hormones.
Woman Killed in Hit-and-Run on Eastern Boulevard in Montgomery
The vehicle involved in the fatal hit-and-run in Montgomery fled the scene before officers arrived.
Ruth Buzzi, comedy sketch player on groundbreaking TV series "Laugh-In," dies at 88
Ruth Buzzi, who rose to fame as the frumpy and bitter Gladys Ormphby on the groundbreaking sketch comedy series “Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In” and made over 200 television appearances during a 45-year career, has died at 88.
Prattville CityFest canceled due to weather
Prattville CityFest has been canceled due to the chance for rain and storms.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Homicide investigation launched following death of 18-year-old in Montgomery
Montgomery police have launched a homicide investigation following the shooting death of an 18-year-old earlier this week.
Fallen officers remembered in Montgomery
The Fraternal Order of Police is remembering fallen police officers at a ceremony in Montgomery.
What the Tech: Which web browsers are best at protecting your privacy?
Google may be the most popular browser, but is it best at protecting your privacy?
What the Tech: Do you really have to "accept all cookies" on the internet?
What happens if you decide not to "accept all cookies" when you're browsing on the internet?
Action 8's Teresa Lawson honored at 52nd Annual Head Start Appreciation Banquet
Action 8's Teresa Lawson is being honored at the 52nd Annual Head Start Appreciation Banquet in Montgomery.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: GM, Ford recall trucks and SUVs
GM and Ford are recalling hundreds of thousands of pickup trucks and SUVs.
President Trump signs executive order to cut federal funding for PBS and National Public Radio
President Trump has signed an executive order to cut taxpayer funding for PBS and National Public Radio.
Man shot and killed in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a man dead.
Trump nominates National Security Adviser Mike Waltz for UN ambassador
Mike Waltz has been under scrutiny for weeks due to reports that he accidentally added a magazine editor to a Signal chat being used to discuss military plans.
President Trump offers encouragement to University of Alabama graduates in speech at Coleman Coliseum
President Trump offered encouraging words and advice for graduating students at the University of Alabama in a speech at Coleman Coliseum.
Hundreds enjoy Action 8's River Region Healthy Living Expo
Despite a few showers, hundreds of people enjoyed Action 8's annual River Region Healthy Living Expo.
What's Happening: May 2-4
Don't let the chance of rain keep you away from all of the fun events happening in the River Region this weekend!
Art Splash underway to raise money for Montgomery Christian School
Montgomery Christian School's annual Art Splash is underway, raising money for student scholarships.
Gov. Kay Ivey marks National Day of Prayer
Gov. Kay Ivey has released a video message in recognition of the 74th National Day of Prayer.
