Some Alabama officials pushing for tougher punishment for child sex abusers
Some Alabama lawmakers and other officials want tougher penalties for anyone who sexually abuses a child.
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
Running event raises money for Alabama Sheriff’s Youth Ranches
A recent running event has raised money for the Alabama Sheriff’s Youth Ranches.
What’s Happening: August 1-3
There are still plenty of back-to-school events happening this weekend, but there’s also a lot of other events to enjoy across the River Region!
Baptist Heath, UAB reach new deal with United Healthcare
Baptist Health and UAB have announced that they have reached a tentative agreement with UnitedHealthcare on a new health insurance contract.
What the Tech: Your phone’s been stolen, so now what?
The moment your phone falls into the wrong hands, a clock starts ticking. Thieves will immediately try to breach your passwords, banking apps, emails, and photo galleries. However, with a few changes to your phone’s settings, you can put significant roadblocks in their path.
Autauga County Schools preparing for new school year
Officials at Autauga County Schools are preparing for the start of the new school year, which features some changes.
Montgomery Clean City Commission donates litter bags to law enforcement
The Montgomery Clean City Commission has donated car litter bags to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office and the Montgomery Police Department.
Security guard arrested at Bullock Correctional Facility
A contract security guard at Bullock Correctional Facility has ben arrested on charges of promoting prison contraband.
Officer at Tutwiler Women’s Prison in Elmore County arrested
A correctional officer at the Julia Tutwiler women’s prison in Elmore County has been arrested, according to state prison officials.
Brent Jones steps down from role as Troy Athletic Director
Brent Jones has served as the Senior Vice Chancellor and Athletics Director at Troy since 2019, however he will move into a new role at Georgia Tech. Jones will take over as Associate Vice President / Executive Deputy Athletics Director at Georgia Tech.
