Slight Risk for Severe Storms Today
There’s a slight risk for severe storms today with the chance of damaging winds up to 60mph and brief tornadoes. #alwx
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
Alabama House Eyes Transgender College Athlete Restrictions
Transgender women in Alabama would be prohibited from joining female sports teams in college, under legislation advanced Wednesday by a legislative committee.
Alabama Advances Ban on Discussing “Divisive” Race Concepts in Schools
Alabama lawmakers on Wednesday advanced GOP-backed legislation to ban discussion of “ divisive concepts ” in classroom lessons and worker trainings on race and gender.
Bill Would Let Parents Opt Out of School Mask Mandates
 Alabama lawmakers on Wednesday advanced legislation aimed at letting parents bypass requirements for students to wear face masks in school.
Alabama Lawmakers Advance Gov. Kay Ivey’s “Game Plan” of Industrial Incentive Bills
Progress is being made on the package of industrial incentive bills that Gov. Kay Ivey calls her “Game Plan.”
UPDATE: Alert for missing Crenshaw County woman canceled
Authorities believe Ridley might be traveling to Mobile County.
Calm Wednesday but Storms Return Thursday
Wednesday will be calm with near average temperatures, but strong to severe storms are possible Thursday. #alwx
Pay It Forward: Lea Tidmore of Selma
Lea Tidmore is the manager at The Epworth House, an affordable housing community for seniors. The residents say she is always looking out for them. “Yes, because she does a lot around here to help the residents in doing stuff and she make sure she checks on us,” said Melissa Buster. “She’s good, you know, sometimes she even does…
Montgomery Biscuits Excited for Home Opener, 2023 Season
The Montgomery Biscuits are back in action at Riverwalk Stadium for the first time in 2023.
People Flock to Alabama State House to Support Removing State Sales Tax from Groceries
Alabama lawmakers are considering removing, or phasing out, the state’s 4% sales tax on food.
