Federal judge finds mass firings of federal probationary workers were likely unlawful
A federal judge in San Francisco has found that the mass firings of probationary employees were likely unlawful.
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Greenville Cafe Celebrates 30 Years in Butler County
The Court Square Cafe has served the people in Butler County for thirty years.
Bridge Crossing Jubilee organizers announce major time change
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Bridge Crossing Jubilee organizers announce a scheduling change for the biggest event of the entire celebration. The bridge crossing reenactment over the Edmund Pettus Bridge will start at 12…
Alabama Port Authority Breaks Ground on Montgomery Intermodal Facility
State and local leaders say the facility will strengthen Montgomery’s position as a key logistics center.
Woman in Lee County dies after dog attack
A woman in Lee County has died after being injured in a dog attack.
13-year-old dies after ATV crash in Conecuh County
A 13-year-old has died one week after being injured in an ATV crash in Conecuh County which injured two other children.
2025 Bridge Crossing Jubilee: Schedule for March 3-9
Here are the events scheduled for the Bridge Crossing Jubilee in Selma, which commemorate the voting rights marches of 1965.
Man charged with human trafficking in Chilton County
A man has been arrested in Chilton County on charges of human trafficking involving his girlfriend.
Two people killed in overnight apartment fire in Montgomery
An adult and an adolescent boy have been killed in an apartment fire in Montgomery.
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman, wife, dog found dead in their New Mexico home
Gene Hackman was a five-time Oscar nominee who won for “The French Connection” and “Unforgiven." His death comes just four days before this year’s ceremony.
Police Chase Ends in Crash, Injuring Two in Montgomery County
The chase that started in Prattville continued down multiple busy streets in Montgomery before the Camry collided with an 18-wheeler on U.S. 231.
Georgiana Unveils New Veterans Memorial
The Butler County Veterans Association is honoring Veterans with a new memorial showcasing their role in the freedoms we enjoy across our nation.
Suspect in Judson College fire arrested after police standoff
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- More details have now emerged concerning the recent Sunday afternoon fire on the campus of Judson College. Marion Police Chief Kendrick Howell says when police arrived on the scene…
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Hit-and-run driver in Prattville leads officers on chase that ends in crash in Montgomery County
Action 8 News is following the story of a hit-and-run wreck in Prattville that has turned into a police chase which ended in a crash in Montgomery County.
President Trump gives federal agencies until March 13 to submit plans for worker layoffs
The U.S. government is facing a major realignment as President Trump directs federal agencies to develop plans for eliminating employee positions and consolidating programs.
8 ON YOUR SIDE: USDA says egg prices could rise another 41% this year
The U.S. Agriculture Department predicts the current record prices for eggs could soar another 41% this year, as the Trump administration offered new details about its plan to battle bird flu and ease the cost of eggs.
Michelle Trachtenberg, "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," and "Harriet the Spy" star, dies at 39
Michelle Trachtenberg, a former child star who appeared in the 1996 “Harriet the Spy” hit movie and went on to co-star in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Gossip Girl” has died.
U.S. Christian population has declined for years, but new survey shows drop leveling off
The number of Americans who identify as Christian has declined steadily for years, but that drop shows signs of slowing, according to the Pew Research Center.
Street Psychiatry Clinic Brings Mental Health Care to Montgomery’s Homeless
Dr. Rutland finds his patients under bridges, beside abandoned fast-food restaurants, and in makeshift homes built from tarps.
Fire breaks out at Wayne Farms in Union Springs
A fire broke out Tuesday afternoon at Wayne Farms, a poultry production complex in Union Springs that is a major employer in Bullock County.
Bull injures person in Eclectic
A person has been injured by a bull in Eclectic, according to the fire department.
Advocates push for Medicaid expansion in Alabama
Advocates gathered at the Alabama State House urging lawmakers to reconsider their long-held reluctance to expand Medicaid, saying the decision is hurting both working families and health care providers.
Alabama Senate approves ban on Glock gun switches
The Alabama Senate has approved a ban on Glock switches and other conversion devices that can make semi-automatic weapons fire like machine guns.
Early morning house fire leaves Valley Grande family homeless
A Dallas County family is homeless tonight -- following a house fire Tuesday morning in Valley Grande.
