TRAFFIC ALERT: Bibb Graves Bridge in Wetumpka now open
The bridge had been closed to traffic since September 2 to repair damage from a truck hitting an arch on August 15.
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ACTION 8 UPDATE: Gov. Kay Ivey, House Speaker granted temporary restraining order against AHSAA
Gov. Kay Ivey and House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter have been granted a temporary restraining order against the AHSAA in a dispute over some students' athletic eligibility.
New Coca-Cola mural in Wetumpka honors company and history
A new mural in downtown Wetumpka honors Coca-Cola and brings back a cherished piece of the city's history.
Man charged in Montgomery hotel shooting
A Montgomery man is charged with shooting a friend several times at a hotel on Carmichael Road.
Montgomery man charged with robbery on Perry Hill Road
A Montgomery man has been arrested on a first-degree robbery charge.
R&B singer Angie Stone's children sue truck company for her death in highway crash
Two children of R&B singer Angie Stone have filed a lawsuit against a trucking company, a truck manufacturer, and others.
Second suspect charged in murders of two people in Montgomery
A second suspect has now been arrested in the shooting deaths of two men who were killed in Montgomery in July.
Tallassee boy battling brain cancer surprised with Disney World trip
7-year-old Chance was surprised and excited to find out he and his family will be spending a week with his favorite Disney character Mickey Mouse in December.
Battle brewing between state leaders, AHSAA, over athletic eligibility under the CHOOSE Act
Gov. Kay Ivey and House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter are seeking a injunction against the AHSAA over whether students who transfer schools under the CHOOSE Act are immediately eligible to participate in athletics.
Montgomery woman charged with robbery, kidnapping
A Montgomery woman is facing robbery and kidnapping charges.
JAG High School placed on brief lockdown after report of a weapon on campus
Details regarding if a weapon was found were not made available.
Former Montgomery teacher indicted on sex charges involving a student
Details are limited, but a Montgomery County grand jury indicted 24-year-old Jaya Armstrong on August 22 for a school employee engaging in a sex act.
Montgomery Public Schools addressing student attendance issues
Montgomery Public Schools has announced a new effort at getting more students to attend classes regularly.
What's Happening: September 5-7
If you want to get out of the house this weekend, there are plenty of fun ways to be outdoors in the River Region!
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Upcoming Equal Justice Initiative concert sold out
The upcoming Equal Justice Initiative concert featuring Branford Marsalis and Yo-Yo Ma in downtown Montgomery is currently sold out, but if you want to go, all hope isn't lost.
Alabama state troopers report six fatalities in wrecks over long Labor Day weekend
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency says six people died in wrecks over the four-day Labor Day holiday weekend in addition to the child who was injured in the jet ski crash at Lake Martin.
Only on 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers discusses races for U.S. Senate, Lt. Governor and Attorney General
Action 8 Political Analyst Steve Flowers is sharing his expertise on the races for U.S. Senate, Lieutenant Governor and Attorney General.
Reed celebrates two nationally-televised football games held in Montgomery
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed says the city got a big boost from two nationally-televised college football games that have been held at Cramton Bowl over the past two weekends.
Action 8 News expanding again with launch of 9AM newscast
WAKA Action 8 News will once again expand our newscast lineup with the launch of a new 9AM newscast.
Montgomery woman arrested for shooting into an occupied home
Investigators say the bullet hit the victim's bedroom window while kids were inside the home.
Montgomery Firefighters Push for 10% Pay Raise as Budget Debate Intensifies
Firefighters asked city leaders to approve a 10% raise, citing vacancies, high overtime costs and recruitment challenges.
Veterans who died of suicide remembered in Montgomery
A U.S. flag display is being set up to remember Alabama veterans who have lost their lives to suicide.
Garner Electric breaks ground on new office in Millbrook
The city of Millbrook along with the Millbrook Area Chamber of Commerce held a groundbreaking ceremony for the future home of Garner Electric and Garner & Associates Engineering PC.
Man wanted for robbery in Montgomery
Investigators say they are looking for 39-year-old Kenyada Lavar Johnson.
Two wanted for identity theft in Prattville
It happened on July 23, 2025 at the Lowe's in Prattville.
