Author: WAKA Action 8 News

Hot and Humid Weather for the Rest of the Holiday Weekend

For Sunday, we are not expecting as many clouds or showers, so temperatures will likely once again in the lower 90s for South/Central Alabama. Rain chances are very low, but not zero, so don’t be surprised to see a few isolated showers across the Alabama landscape. WAITING ON BONNIE: Still a tropical depression as of the 1100 AM EDT update….

Montgomery Symphony Jubilee Pops Concert

It was a picture perfect evening as a crowd packed the Capitol lawn to take in a free concert for all ages. “‘Showboat’ for the train shed down by the river.. We’ll do ‘Hey Good Lookin” for the Oakwood Cemetery and Hank Williams.” said Conductor Thomas Hinds. The music lead the audience on a journey by giving tribute to Maxwell…

Prattville Police Make Arrest in Death of Prattville Woman

Authorities have arrested a man in the death of a Prattville woman who was run over and killed by her own car. Autauga County officials tell news outlets that they have arrested 30-year-old Willie Edward Foster Jr. on a murder charge in connection with the death of 72-year-old Carol Parker Nunnery on Monday. Authorities say Nunnery died of blunt force…

Discount Movie Theater in Montgomery?

How would you like to pay less to go to a movie in Montgomery... And even see some classics on the big screen for only a few bucks? Well, it could be a reality.

Evans Theatres in Norman, Oklahoma is thinking about bringing a discount movie theater to Eastdale Mall. They would offer 6 dollar movies and 3 dollar matinees. There would also be classic movies like “The Breakfast Club,” “The Goonies” and “Back to the Future” for 3 dollars. People we talked to say they would welcome it at Eastdale Mall. “That’s a…

Wetumpka Grads Remember 6 Deceased Students

They say they are a special class because of the tragedies they have overcome through the years.

The Wetumpka High School class of 2016 marched into the ASU acadome Tuesday evening. This day has been a long time coming, and they are ready to embrace it. “13 years, I’m ready to go. I feel like I am at the next level!” said Wynston Brady Ballenger. “Basically 173 days to get to this point. They are excited. We are…

Here Comes the Heat

A weak cold front pushed through the state yesterday. In its wake, we are seeing drier air, on the back of northwesterly flow settle into the state. An area of high pressure is currently sitting over the Lower Mississippi River Valley and is responsible for our great weather today. As we head into the work week, the high slides to…

Sunny and Much Warmer Weather Ahead

CLEARING SKY: The frontal boundary continues to slide south through the state, and behind it, drier air is sliding in thanks to an area of high pressure. This high pressure will be the main feature impacting our weather the rest of the weekend and into much of next week. The clouds from this morning, have given way to more sunshine….

“A Walk in Their Shoes” for a Good Cause

Notable men and women in Montgomery stepped out for a good cause Thursday night... Only they did it in each others' shoes.

It’s a night to remember for sure as men like Police Chief Ernest Finley, City councilman Glen Pruitt and even a priest strutted their stuff in women’s shoes. “I’m standing in 6 inch stiletto heels. I went out and shopped with former District Attorney Ellen Brooks, she helped pick them out. I’m sure there is a good joke in a…

Gas Prices on the Rise

You may have noticed gas prices on the rise this week. With one of the busiest travel times of the year coming up, what can we expect for the rest of the summer?

Gas prices are on the rise across the country. “Summertime is coming, gas is going up. Everybody might as well get ready,” said Michelle Regan. Filling up at the Ann Street Entec, it will cost you $2.05 a gallon, but drivers say they’re not complaining. “I figured that in summertime they would go up anyway. Most people are traveling. School is…

EXTRA: “A Reel Deal”

Ray Scott is the founder of Bass Angler Sportsman Society. His world class fishing property has been named "The Best Bass Fishing Lake" in America by Outdoor Life Magazine. The property could now be yours.

Just off Interstate 65, about 20 miles south of Montgomery. There is a slice of paradise. The winding drive with trees and Spanish moss draped overhead pulls you into the Ray Scott Legacy Lakes where the fishing tales are actually real. “One of the top fishermen in the world, Rick Clunn, made a cast and caught the biggest fish that has ever…