Friday, March 19, 2010
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March Madness on CBS 8!

Because of CBS Sports coverage of the Men's NCAA Basketball Tournament, many CBS 8 Newscasts will air at different times today.

CBS 8 News at Noon will air at 11:00-11:10 a.m.
CBS 8 News at 5:00 will air at its normal time.
CBS 8 News at 6:00 will air at 5:30 p.m.
CBS 8 News at 10:00 will air around 11:00 p.m.

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Riley Wants Health Care Reform Bill Defeated

Riley Wants Health Care Reform Bill Defeated

Gov. Bob Riley is urging members of Alabama's Congressional delegation to oppose the nation's health care reform bill.

Gag Issue Ordered in UAH Shooting Case

Gag Issue Ordered in UAH Shooting Case

The judge presiding over accused UAH shooter Amy Bishop's upcoming preliminary hearing Tuesday on capital murder and attempted murder charges has issued a gag order in the case.

WAKA CBS 8 Celebrates 50th Anniversary

WAKA CBS 8 Celebrates 50th Anniversary

It's a big week here at WAKA CBS 8, as we celebrate our 50th anniversary!

 

West Alabama Newsroom

Selma Pilgrimage Gets Underwayimage

The annual historic pilgrimage is now underway in Selma, offering tours of historic homes and buildings. Read More

South Alabama Newsroom

Butler Co. Magnet Program Cut

The Butler Co. school board has voted to cut the county's magnet school program after only one year. Read More

Across Alabama

Authorities Investigate Death of Food Heirimage

Was the heir to one of Alabama's best-known companies the victim of a homicide or did he take his own life? Read More

Exclusive: Gov. Candidates Answer CBS 8 News Survey

indy The eight candidates for governor have answered our Exclusive CBS 8 News 18-question candidate survey on how they would lead the state if elected.

The candidates answered questions about raising taxes, legalizing casino gambling and many other issues facing the state this campaign season.

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Business Connection

We have your connection to area attractions, car dealers, service providers and shopping destinations. It's just a click away!

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You can start your success today at Virginia College!

Medical Breakthroughs

Watch CBS 8 News at 5:00 to find out about the latest advances in medicine and healthy living.

Today's Medical Breakthroughs

College & Careers

Get a jump start on your new life! Find out about ways to fulfill your ambitions and live your dreams.

College & Career Choices

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Save at Hardee's

Save money on great food at area Hardee's

8 On Your Side

Honda Recalls Alabama-Built Minivans

image This is an 8 On Your Side Consumer Alert -- Honda is recalling 344,000 Alabama-built Odyssey minivans over braking system problems.

The recall also affects 68,000 Honda Element SUVs.

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Golden Apple

Nominate Your Teacher!

imageThe school year is quickly speeding by. Now's the time to nominate your favorite teacher for the CBS 8 Golden Apple Award.

Watch CBS 8 News at 6 & 10 Monday nights throughout the school year as we present our weekly awards to see if your teacher wins!

Helping Schools

Davis Elementary School, Montgomery

CBS 8 News Anchor Glenn Halbrooks Students at Davis Elementary School in Montgomery need your help making repairs to their lunchroom stage.

They also would like a helping hand in building a gymnasium at their school.

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What's Right

What's Right with Our Schools

image Students at Lee High School in Montgomery are taking part in a program called Aid to Inmate Mothers.

The students are providing basic health and beauty supplies to women leaving Alabama prisons.

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Positively Alabama

Meet a Montgomery Clock Man

image Time is always on the side of a Montgomery man. That's because he loves tinkering with clocks.

He has dedicated himself to making old clocks work like new again.

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CBS 8 Poll

Should Troy King Take Control of Gambling Task Force?
 

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