ACTION 8 UPDATE: F-35 fighter jet project in Montgomery
Action 8 News has an update on the project to bring all-new F-35 fighter jets to the Alabama Air National Guard's 187th Fighter Wing at Dannelly Field in Montgomery.
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Man injured in late night shooting in Montgomery
The shooting happened around 11:45 p.m. Tuesday night in the 3800 block of Governors Drive.
Man critically injured in Montgomery shooting
The shooting happened around 8:40 p.m. on Turner Place.
Franetta Riley wins District 4 city council runoff
While the results are unofficial, Riley had 58% of the vote compared to challenger Kahlia Bell’s 42%. The results will be certified next Tuesday.
Teenage boy charged with Montgomery murder
Montgomery police say they've charged a 16-year-old male, who is from Montgomery, with murder.Â
Prattville motorcyclist killed in Interstate 65 crash
A motorcyclist from Prattville has been killed in a crash on Interstate 65 in Montgomery County.
Voters in Montgomery's District 4 deciding runoff for city council seat
Voters in Montgomery's District 4 are deciding who they want to represent them on city council.
Federal judges to hear input on proposed new congressional lines in Alabama
The court will hear input Tuesday on three plans proposed by a court-appointed special master as it prepares to select a plan for use in the 2024 congressional elections.
Nationwide EAS test scheduled for Wednesday afternoon
A nationwide test of the federal emergency alert system will be broadcast Wednesday afternoon to cellphones, televisions and radios across the U.S. Here's what to expect and when.
Judge says freestanding birth centers in Alabama can remain open, despite "de facto ban"
A judge ruled that Alabama cannot shut down freestanding birth centers that meet certain standards, siding with midwives and doctors who challenged what they described as Alabama’s de facto ban on the facilities.
New Pike Road High School Update as Residents' Taxes Increase
Those living in Pike Road are receiving elevated property tax bills following their vote in 2021 to raise taxes to help build the town's new High School. But a year later taxes have increased but no structure is in sight.
Hundreds chow down at Hampstead Food Truck Takeover
Hundreds of people gathered from 12pm to 3pm at Hampstead on Sunday to choose the perfect meal from ten food trucks.
Carmichael Road hotel catches fire in Montgomery
When they arrived, Montgomery Fire Rescue found a two story hotel with smoke and flames visible from the 2nd floor.
MPD kicks off Faith and Blue weekends
The fun city event started with a Cops and Community car show at the Union Station Train Shed.
Second Annual Oktoberfest in Wetumpka
The streets of downtown Wetumpka were filled with more than 45 vendors, delicious food trucks, contests, and a children's area.
Tickled Pink: See the fun at the 9th Annual Tickled Pink Women's Expo
All of us at WAKA Action 8 would like to thank everyone who came out to our 9th Annual Tickled Pink Women's Expo to help fight breast cancer.
Tickled Pink: See the reveals of the 2023 Survivor Makeover winners
One of the highlights of WAKA Action 8's Tickled Pink Women's Expo is the final reveals of our Survivor Makeover winners!
Marshall: Alabama objects to proposed congressional districts designed to boost Black representation
The Alabama attorney general’s office says it opposes all three congressional maps proposed by a court-appointed special master as federal judges begin drawing new lines to create a second majority-Black district in the state or something close to it.
Cornfield County Farms Pumpkin Patch in Wetumpka opening for season
It's officially fall, which means it's time to visit the pumpkin patch!
Alabama Under Fire Alert due to Drought Threat
As the threat of a drought looms across Alabama, The Alabama Forestry Commission has issued a statewide Fire Alert urging everyone to only burn items outdoors when permitted.
What's Happening: September 29-October 1
You can tell it's fall just by checking out these events happening in the River Region!
Montgomery County Commissioner Ronda Walker will not seek reelection
Montgomery County Commissioner Ronda Walker has announced that she will not be seeking re-election.
Pine Level Residents vote to Incorporate Community into Town
Big changes are in the works for the community of Pine Level as the area officially starts the process of becoming a town.
Court Square fountain returns to downtown Montgomery
The historic fountain at Court Square in downtown Montgomery is back in place after a restoration.
Montgomery Police: Woman whose body found in house fire had been shot
Montgomery police say a woman whose body was found at the scene of a house fire had been shot to death.
