What The Tech: What happens after the Consumer Electronics Show ends?
While CES is best known for flashy gadgets, big announcements, and viral demos, many companies come to Las Vegas for reasons viewers never see on TV.
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Opening date set for Big Mike's Steakhouse in Millbrook
The City of Millbrook says Big Mike's Steakhouse will open its doors to the public on Wednesday, January 14.
Work to repair tornado damage at Dallas Co. Jail at a standstill
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Three years after sustaining major damage from an EF-2 tornado. The Dallas County Jail remains closed -- and very little progress to repair the facility is being made.…
Upcoming Hoop With Heart showcase combines high-stakes high school basketball with a vital health message
The Hoop With Heart Basketball showcase will take place Saturday, January 17 at The Montgomery Academy.
Three people arrested on animal cruelty charges in Lee County
Three people are under arrest in Lee County on charges of animal cruelty in the Beauregard community.
Man arrested in Montgomery double shooting
It happened around 9:00 p.m. Friday in the 4100 block of Rosa L. Parks Avenue.
Alabama lawmakers prepare for the start of the 2026 legislative session
The 2026 session of the Alabama Legislature is about to start, with Governor Kay Ivey preparing to present her annual State of the State Address.
Demopolis woman one of two people killed in Greene County crash
A Demopolis woman was one of two people killed in a two-vehicle crash in Greene County.
19 Alabama counties declared federal disaster areas due to drought
U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has declared 19 Alabama counties as primary natural disaster areas due to recent drought, allowing those affected to get help.
ICE protest and vigil held in Montgomery
Protests and vigils have popped up across the nation after video was released of a federal ICE agent shooting and killing a woman protester inside her car in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
CAMPAIGN 2026: State Rep. Phillip Ensler kicks off campaign for lieutenant governor
State Rep. Phillip Ensler (D-Montgomery) has kicked off his campaign for lieutenant governor.
Kappa Alpha Psi alumni hold career fair to help young men plan their future
Dozens of young men from across the River Region have learned how to provide a better future for themselves.
Ft. Deposit preparing for city election "re-do" following problems in 2025
Voters in Fort Deposit will be going to the polls once again after a judge threw out some results of the city's August 2025 municipal election.
Salvation Army of Montgomery looks ahead following 2025 holiday donation season
The Salvation Army of Montgomery wants to thank everyone for their donations during the Christmas season, while offering a reminder that it has needs all year long.
What the Tech: The wild and weird tech from the CES
A lot of what we see at CES will never make it to store shelves. But every now and then, something strange, clever, or unexpected turns into the next big thing.
‘Do It for Drek’: Montgomery Cardinals Finish Perfect Season After Coach’s Shooting
“I was shot seven times on the football field,” Goodwyn said. “A lot of these kids witnessed that.”
Former longtime Saint James School football coach Jimmy Perry passes away
Perry, who retired from Saint James in 2023, led the school to its first state championship in school history in 2022.
Man arrested in Opelika home invasion
Police say it happened around 8:30 p.m. Saturday, in the 400 block of Jordan's Gate Drive.
Search underway for missing boater in Autauga County
The search is underway for a missing boater in Autauga County.
Two people injured in shooting on Rosa Parks Avenue in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting on Rosa Parks Avenue that left two people injured, one seriously. Montgomery police Cpl. James Dozier told Action 8 News that at about 9PM…
House catches fire on Charles Street in Montgomery
Montgomery firefighters have battled a house fire in the 4600 block of Charles Street. District Fire Chief K.R. Peoples said the fire was reported at about 9:41AM yesterday. People says upon arrival, crews observed moderate smoke coming from the single-story…
Montgomery firefighters battle house fire on Carriage Oaks Drive
Montgomery firefighters have battled a house fire in the 3700 block of Carriage Oaks Drive. District Fire Chief K.R. Peoples says the fire was reported around 4:06PM yesterday. When firefighters arrived, heavy smoke was coming from the home. The fire…
Selma private school employee facing sex charges involving a student
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- An employee at a private school in Selma -- is facing sex charges involving a student. Fifty-three year old Frederick Davis is charged with enticing-a-child -- school-employee-having-sexual-contact --…
Police chase that stretched from Opelika into Georgia ends with suicide
Opelika police say a police chase that stemmed from a domestic dispute and welfare check has ended with the suspect's suicide in Georgia.
