Author: WAKA Action 8 News

What the Tech? Finding a Good Web Camera

As kids are going to be doing at least some of their school work online and moms and dads are going to continue working from home this fall, many people are searching high and low for web cameras. Since March most retailers have sold out of the popular brands which have the best quality. I checked Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart…

WANTED: Authorities Searching for Man Accused of Choking Woman in Front of Her 9-Year-Old Son

The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is searching for the location of Domestic Violence Offender Devonte Chequea Holloway. Holloway is described as being a 27-year-old black male, 5’10” ft. in height, weighing approximately 186lbs. Investigators say Holloway got into a verbal argument with the victim that soon turned physical. During the altercation, the offender grabbed the victim by the throat and…

Former Republican Presidential Candidate Herman Cain Dies from COVID-19

Former GOP presidential candidate Herman Cain has died after battling the coronavirus. He was 74. A post on Cain’s Twitter account on Thursday announced the death. You're never ready for the kind of news we are grappling with this morning. But we have no choice but to seek and find God's strength and comfort to deal… #HermanCain https://t.co/BtOgoLVqKz — Herman…

President Trump Throws Out Idea of Delaying November Presidential Election

President Donald Trump is for the first time floating the idea of delaying the November’s presidential election, but the dates of presidential elections are set in federal law, and cannot be changed except by Congress. On Thursday morning, Trump tweeted: “With Universal Mail-In Voting (not Absentee Voting, which is good), 2020 will be the most INACCURATE & FRAUDULENT Election in…

Authorities Identify Red Substance on Capitol Steps

According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency,  the red substance that was spilled on the Capitol steps Wednesday afternoon appeared to be a non-permanent tomato-like paste. Crews have since cleaned the steps and metal barricades are now set up around the area. No arrests have been made in the case. Stay with Alabama News Network for updates to the story….

Mask Required in Alabama Schools & Colleges, Governor Ivey Extends Safer At Home Order Until August 31

When students return to school this fall, face mask or coverings will be required. The mandate comes as coronavirus cases continue to rise, and officials grabble with how to return student and teachers to class safely. Governor Kay Ivey has extended the Safer At Home Order until August 31st. The mandatory mask mandate will remain in effect until August 31st…

Montgomery Police Chief Releases Statement Regarding Recent Arrests During Protests at State Capitol

Montgomery Police Chief Ernest Finley has released a statement regarding the recent arrests during protests at the State Capitol. Montgomery Police made several arrest outside of the state Capitol on Tuesday when protesters attempted to spray paint the street in front of the Capitol steps. Chief Finley released the following statement:  In support of our Mayor’s vision, we believe in…

Alabama Department of Labor Warns Unemployment Recipients to be Cautious of Fraud

The Alabama Department of Labor is warning Alabamians receiving unemployment compensation to be wary of fraud and to protect their personal identifying information. Unemployment compensation fraud has always occurred, but instances are increasing significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic.  This is a problem that is occurring nationwide, as unscrupulous individuals and crime rings are attempting to defraud states of millions of…

Macon County Offices Reopen After Closing Due to Multiple Employees Testing Positive for COVID-19

Acting Macon County Commission Chairman Miles Robinson Sr., Sheriff Andre Brunson and EMA / Homeland Security Director Frank H. Lee have deemed all Macon  County offices safe to reopen. The Courthouse and Annex were closed last week due to multiple employees testing positive for COVID-19. The Macon County Courthouse and Annex reopened Wednesday, July 29. All offices and court proceedings…

News Photographer

WAKA Action 8 News is looking for a team oriented, hardworking and multi-talented individual to work as a News Photographer for the local CBS affiliate, WAKA CBS 8, and the local ABC affiliate, WNCF ABC 32, in Montgomery, AL. The ability to lift and carry 40 lbs. equipment on a daily basis is required. Job may also involve extended time…