March of Dimes Mobile Unit Targets Maternal Health Care Gaps in Rural Alabama Communities
A new mobile health center is taking maternal and infant health care directly into underserved Central Alabama communities.
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Wilcox Co. Sheriff's Office investigates fatal shooting in Alberta
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A man is dead -- and another is behind bars -- following a shooting in the Alberta community of Wilcox County. Capt. Kenny Hardin with the Wilcox Co. Sheriff's Office says 65 year old Eddie…
Manufacturing plant in Lowndes County to close
A manufacturing plant in Lowndes County is scheduled to close early next year.
Selma voters set to head back to the polls for special election
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Voters in Selma will soon be heading back to the polls. The city is gearing up for a special election -- to fill a vacancy on the Selma…
Selma firefighter dies of medical causes while on duty
Selma Fire Chief Walter Dailey has confirmed to Action 8 News that a longtime firefighter has died of medical causes while on duty.
Selma Police Department releases new details in recent double homicide
Selma Police Chief Ettice Brickus has provided new details about a double homicide at Chanticleer Apartments and released the names of the victims.
Sanders elected first black Dallas Co. Sheriff in county's history
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Dallas County voters elect the first black sheriff in the county's history. Dewayne Sanders defeated two independent challengers to win the race. Sanders held a watch party --…
Two dead in Halloween shooting in Selma
Police say the shooting Saturday, October 31, 2026, at around 8:00 AM. at Chanticleer Apartments on Woodrow Avenue.
Governor Ivey visits ASHS campus in Demopolis
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Governor Kay Ivey traveled to Demopolis for a special ceremony Thursday morning and a campus tour of the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences. School officials say it'll serve…
Dallas Co. Sheriff candidates reach out to voters ahead of election
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The mid-term election is only days away -- and the candidates for Dallas County Sheriff are hard at work on the campaign trail -- reaching out to voters.…
The Ride bus tour stops in Selma to mark historic Freedom Rides
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Ride bus tour made a stop in the Selma today -- marking the 65th anniversary of the Freedom Rides. The event is also an effort to fire-up…
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.
Man accused of shooting into occupied daycare center in Selma
Selma police say a 22-year-old man faces charges after a gun was fired into a daycare center.
New Selma Police Chief shares goals and expectations for SPD
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma's historic new police chief is speaking out about the job -- her goals -- and her expectations for the department moving forward. Chief Ettice Brickus made history…
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.
Lowndes Co. Commission sued over data center project approval
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The fight over a controversial data center project in Lowndes Co. may not be over just yet. A pair of residents are now suing the county commission over…
Wallace Community College Selma set to host Career Quest 2026
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Wallace Community College Selma is hosting a unique career exploration experience for area high school students this week. Career Quest 2026 will feature interactive exhibits -- live demonstrations…
Selma Fire and rescue conducts firefighter training
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma Fire Department conducts a week of fire fighter training -- to help improve public safety in the city of Selma. Selma Fire and Rescue uses the…
Suspect arrested in shootout at Selma restaurant out on bond
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The suspect arrested in connection with a shooting at a Selma restaurant that left three men dead made a first appearance in court earlier this week. Dallas County…
Green Street M.B. Church to host food giveaway in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma church is hosting a free food giveaway Saturday morning in Selma. Green Street Missionary Baptist Church is holding its first monthly food giveaway at the church…
Lowndes Co. Commission approves controversial data center project
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Lowndes County Commission approves a deal that will bring a controversial AI data center to the county. The commission passed the resolution approving the data center deal…
Grant funds storm shelter project in town of Gordonville
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in the town of Gordonville will soon have a place in town that they can go to -- to keep them safe from the storm. A $134-thousand…
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.
WATCH: New Selma police chief welcomed with ceremony
People in Selma have held a special ceremony to welcome Ettice Brickus, the city's new police chief.
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.
