Covington County students return to class
Covington County students headed back to school today marking the beginning of their 2026-2027 school year.
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ACTION 8 WEATHER AUTHORITY: Extreme heat warning until 9PM
Most of the Action 8 viewing area is under an Extreme Heat Warning until 9PM Monday night.
Brundidge man killed in ATV crash in Coffee County
COFFEE COUNTY, Ala. (WAKA) - A Brundidge man has been killed after crashing an ATV in Coffee County. Alabama State Troopers say 41-year-old Joshua Roberts was riding the ATV at about 1:45AM today when it hit a deer. He was…
Mobile murder suspect arrested in Greenville
It happened around 11:16 p.m. Wednesday in the 7600 block of Elm Court in Mobile.
Butler County Schools In Full Swing of New School Year
The first week of school is underway for Butler County students, administrators, staff and teachers. Our Teresa Lawson got to spend the morning with two Butler County School principals to see how the new school year is going so far.
Two arrested in months-long drug investigation in Evergreen
Evergreen police say they have arrested two people in a months-long narcotics investigation called "Operation Cold Summer."
Residents in Troy mobile home park dealing with sewage problems
A formal complaint submitted to ADEM determined that the city of Troy is not responsible for the sewer issue as the sewer lines in question fall on private property.Â
Butler County educators prepare for upcoming school year
The Butler County Board of Education is ensuring that staff members are recharged ahead of the upcoming school year.
Nursing Students at LBW Community College Celebrate Pinning Ceremony
Nursing students at LBW Community College are taking the first steps in their new careers in the healthcare field.
Local airports getting grant money for improvements
The Alabama Department of Transportation is awarding more than $3.1 million in grants to improve 11 airports, some in our area.
Covington County welcomes Southern Transformer Services
Covington County is experiencing economic growth as the city of Florala welcomes a new industry.
Black bear spotted in Butler County, adding to the list of area bear sightings
A black bear has been spotted in Butler County, which is the latest sighting of a bear in our area this summer.
Military helicopter from Ft. Rucker crashes in Covington County
Action 8 News has confirmed that a military helicopter from Ft. Rucker has crashed in Covington County.
Road project to start on U.S. Highway 331 in Crenshaw County
State road crews are scheduled to start a road project on U.S. Highway 331 in Crenshaw County.
Minter man killed in Butler County crash
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency says the crash happened around 4:30 P.M. Thursday on Creampot Road near Ridge Road in Butler County.Â
Troy University is Helping Students Combat Food Insecurity.
According to the United States Government Accountability Office nearly 4 million college students nationally experience food insecurity and nearly 1 in 3 students here in Alabama
Troy University is Helping Students Combat Food Insecurity
Troy University is helping combat food insecurity faced by some students with a free of charge food pantry.
Two arrests made in kidnapping of toddler in Enterprise
The U.S. Marshals Service Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force in Montgomery has arrested two suspects in connection with the kidnapping of a juvenile from Enterprise.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Amber Alert for two-year-old boy canceled
The Amber Alert for a two-year-old boy abducted in Enterprise has been canceled.
Evergreen man killed in Conecuh County crash
An Evergreen man has been killed in a two-vehicle crash in Conecuh County.
Family Sunshine Center's Annual Swing Fore Hope Charity Golf Tournament
Golfers in Greenville got the chance to enjoy 18 holes all while supporting a great cause.Â
Mobile man arrested in Andalusia on multiple charges after chase
Andalusia police say a Mobile man is in custody after he tossed evidence before he attempted to elude officers on a motorcycle and on foot.
Georgiana Police Department Expanding to keep Citizens Safe
The Georgiana Police Department is adding to its Police force in preparation of the town's continued growth and community safety.
WATCH: Gov. Kay Ivey presents Independence Day greetings to Alabamians
Gov. Kay Ivey has issued an Independence Day message to Alabamians.
Two University of Alabama students killed in Conecuh County hunting camp fire
The coroner says the fire happened around 1:30 A.M. on Wednesday at a home off Stowers Timberland Road in Evergreen.
