Troy University's Board of Trustees looks toward the future
The Board of Trustees at Troy University is looking toward the future as longtime Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr., plans for his retirement next year.
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Man arrested after series of car break ins, credit card fraud charges in Troy
Police say 24-year-old Angel M. Saldana of Dothan, was arrested Monday on five counts of breaking and entering an automobile and three counts of fraudulent use of a debit card.
Action 8 Update: Three arrests made in Troy shooting that left student dead
TROY, Ala. (WAKA) - Troy Police have arrested three…
Troy University student confirmed as victim in deadly Troy shooting
Police say officers responded to the 600 block of Elm Street around 10:41 p.m following a report of a shooting.
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.
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.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Suspect arrested in fatal Troy shooting
Chief Danny Barron says 29-year-old Jocerria D. Jones of Troy was arrested in the fatal shooting that happened Sunday, October 18th, in the 700 block of Hanchey Street.
Troy police investigating fatal shooting
Troy police are investigating a shooting that left a man dead.
Woman convicted of killing husband in Troy
A woman has been convicted of shooting and killing her husband in Troy three years ago.
Troy University fraternity suspended for alleged hazing incident
The fraternity chapter violated university policies and the national organization’s policies on hazing, according to Troy University officials.
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.
Lockheed Martin gets $1 million federal grant for expansion
The Lockheed Martin plant in Pike County is getting a $1 million grant for an expansion that is expected to create 300 new jobs.
Damage reports begin, utility crews start power restoration following Hurricane Isaias
The outages come after Hurricane Isaias left behind downed power lines, fallen trees, and damage to homes and businesses
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.
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.
Troy University appoints committee in search of next chancellor
The 14-member search committee is made up of representatives from the Board of Trustees, senior administration, students, alumni, and city leaders. Gibson Vance, the President Pro Tempore of the university's Board of Trustees, will committee the board.Â
Woman killed in head-on crash in Pike County that left three others injured
A Union Springs woman has been killed in a head-on crash in Pike County that left three others injured.
Dr. Jack Hawkins hosts final Chancellor's Golf Tournament before retirement
It's a bittersweet time for many at Troy University as their beloved Chancellor, Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr., played for the last time in the 26th Annual Chancellor's Golf Tournament.
Action 8's Tickled Pink postponed until October 17
Action 8's "Tickled Pink" event, which has become a cherished Montgomery tradition in the fight against breast cancer, has been postponed due to the chance for rain.
One dead, another injured in domestic-related shooting in Troy
Troy police say a domestic-related shooting has left one person dead and another injured.
Troy man dies after multi-vehicle wreck in Pike County
A Troy man has died of injuries he suffered in a multi-vehicle wreck earlier this month in Pike County.
Career and Technical Education to expand in Troy
An expansion in Troy will offer new career technical education opportunities to students.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Brundidge police arrest suspect in fatal shooting
Brundidge police have announced that they've arrested 44-year-old Dewayne Alvin Dunford.Â
Troy Arts Council to host three-day residency in the community
The event will take place September 16-18 in Troy and will feature Jaimee Paul and Leif Shires
Second person arrested in Brundidge shooting
Police Chief Ulane Jemison says the shooting happened around 1:00 a.m. on July 4 at the Grown Folks Cafe and Lounge on East Troy Street.Â
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…
Man sentenced in deadly 2021 shooting in Troy
Pike County District Attorney James Tarbox says Xavier Edwards was convicted in May for the murder of Andre Thompson on October 23, 2021.
Troy police seeking identity theft suspect
Troy police are looking for a suspect wanted in connection to an identity theft case.
Man arrested in connection with July 4th shooting in Brundidge
Brundidge police chief Ulane Jamison confirmed to Action 8 that 35-year-old Laquan Bryant of Troy was arrested Friday morning.
