Governor-elect Tommy Tuberville proposes using National Guard to fight crime in Montgomery
In his victory speech in Auburn, Governor-elect Tommy Tuberville proposed using National Guard troops to fight crime in Montgomery.
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Montgomery voters cast their ballots in November midterms
Voters say this years election is very important because of the candidates running for the state's constitutional offices and the amendments on the ballots.
1 person dead, at least eight others injured in shooting after Magic City Classic in Birmingham
Michael Pickett, chief of the Birmingham Police Department, said he was “very grateful that more people weren’t injured.”
No. 12 Mississippi rolls to 45-15 victory over Auburn
Trinidad Chambliss threw for 263 yards and two touchdowns and ran for another and No. 12 Mississippi pulled away for a 45-15 win over Auburn.
Gov. Kay Ivey proclaims "First Responders Day" in Alabama
Gov. Kay Ivey proclaimed October 28 as First Responders Day in Alabama, honoring the men and women who protect lives and property and serve their fellow Alabamians in times of need.
Gov. Kay Ivey awards $8.1 million for research and development projects
Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $8.1 million in grants to Alabama institutions for projects researching advancements and potential breakthroughs in fields including medicine, agriculture and construction.
Ten Commandments display approved for Alabama public schools
Alabama State School Supt. Dr. Eric Mackey has approved a Ten Commandments display to be used in the state's public schools.
Gov. Kay Ivey seeks federal disaster relief following Hurricane Isaias
Gov. Kay Ivey has asked for a federal major disaster declaration for 23 Alabama counties following Hurricane Isaias, including some in the Action 8 viewing area.
International press officers get a taste of Alabama culture in Montgomery visit
A group of foreign press officers were in Montgomery to learn more about the people and culture of our state.
Gov. Kay Ivey presents disability awards
Gov. Kay Ivey presented awards to honoring people and businesses who have gone above and beyond to help employ people with disabilities.
Many local elementary, middle schools make list of the state's best
Several schools in Montgomery Public Schools as well as others across our area have made a list of being among the state's best.
Gov. Kay Ivey commutes death sentence of Toforest Johnson
Gov. Kay Ivey has commuted the death sentence of death-row inmate Toforest Johnson after a number of former public officials and the current district attorney raised doubts about his conviction.
Worker falls to death at Bass Pro Shops store near Birmingham
A 70-year-old employee at Bass Pro Shops in Leeds has fallen to his death while working at the store.
Contractor misses deadline building Alabama prison; faces fine
The contractor building the Governor Kay Ivey Correctional Complex in Elmore County has missed the deadline to complete the prison and faces a fine.
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services declares public health emergency after Hurricane Isaias
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has declared a public health emergency in Alabama and Florida in the aftermath of Hurricane Isaias.
One person killed in Birmingham when tree falls on home during Hurricane Isaias, another killed in Barbour County crash
One person has been killed in Birmingham when a tree fell on a home as Hurricane Isaias passed through Alabama overnight. Another person has been killed in a weather-related crash in Barbour County.
President Trump approves federal disaster aid for Mobile, Baldwin and Escambia counties
President Trump has approved federal disaster assistance for Mobile, Baldwin and Escambia counties and the Poarch Band of Creek Indians in response to Hurricane Isaias.
Hurricane Isaias makes landfall near Destin, Florida
Hurricane Isaias has made landfall near Destin, Florida, as a Category 2 storm with maximum sustained winds of 105MPH.
Alabama Supreme Court dismisses lawsuit challenging Tuberville's Alabama residency
The Alabama Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit over whether Tommy Tuberville is an Alabama resident who is qualified to run for governor.
President Trump cancels plans to attend Alabama game due to hurricane
President Trump has canceled plans to attend the Alabama game versus Georgia at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa due to Hurricane Isaias.
Alabama National Fair closes Friday ahead of Hurricane Isaias
The Alabama National Fair is closed Friday because of Hurricane Isaias, but it’s scheduled to reopen Saturday with half-price tickets all day.
ONLY ON 8: Great Alabama 650 releases statement about race cancellation
As Action 8 News has reported, Alabama Scenic River Trail officials have cancelled this year's Great Alabama 650 river race, which had been underway through the state before Hurricane Isaias formed in the Gulf.
State of Emergency declared in 40 Alabama counties
Gov. Kay Ivey has declared a State of Emergency in 40 Alabama counties in preparation for Isaias.
Montgomery’s Trew the Star releases new song celebrating his Alabama roots
He captured the hearts of the "American Idol" judges. Now, Montgomery native Trew the Star is putting his love for Alabama into a new song.
ACTION 8 WEATHER AUTHORITY: Tracking Isaias
Hurricane Isaias strengthened to a major category 3 hurricane with winds of 120 mph Friday morning 10/9/26. It made landfall as a category 2 storm with winds of 105 mph near Destin, Florida at approximately 8:30PM Friday 10/9/26.
