Children Who Play Outside More Likely to Meet Activity Guidelines
A new study in the Journal of Pediatrics finds children who spend most of their time outdoors after school are three times more likely to meet physical activity guidelines.
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
Drug Could Help Polycystic Ovary Syndrom
There is new hope for women who have cysts on their ovaries.
The Springford Murders: 10 Years Later
Nearly 10 years have gone by since one of the most gruesome murder cases in Montgomery’s history. Brent Springford Jr. killed his mother and father with an ax handle. We’re going back in time to hear some of the details you didn’t hear when the murder happened. The main witness of the case and best friend of the Springfords speaks out to media for the first time.
ASU Officials Meet to Discuss University’s Finances, Credit Rating
ASU officials met today for four and half hours to discuss the university’s financial problems, the recent downgrade of the university’s credit rating, and accreditation concerns
“The Springford Murders: 10 Years Later” Part 1: Who Were the Springfords?
Tonight at 10 p.m. — we have an Alabama News Network Extra on CBS 8 and ABC Montgomery. We’re taking you back 10 years ago to tell you what you didn’t hear about one of the most gruesome murder cases in Montgomery’s history: The murders of Charlotte and Brent Springford who were killed with an ax-handle by their son. The man who found the bodies is speaking to the media for the first time.
Drowned Montgomery Police Officer Laid To Rest As Hero
Friends, family, and fellow officers together today to remember the life of Lietuenant Rian Rider, a Montgomery police officer who drowned at Orange Beach over the Fourth of July holiday.
Everyone who spoke reflected on Lieutenant Rider’s easy smile and love for children. They spoke of how he was a true hero.
Blueberries Mean Triumph Over Tragedy For Andalusia Family
It is National Blueberry Month, but for one family in Andalusia, blueberries are much more than just a fruit. They are a way to heal from tragedy.
Eleventh Person Pleads Guilty in Dog Fighting Case
A Georgia man has become the eleventh person to plead guilty in a dog fighting investigation stretching across four states.
“Talladega Nights” Actor Arrested
An Alabama man who as a child acted in the movie “Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby” is charged with domestic violence after what police say was a fight with his mother.
Investigation Underway After Missing Man Found Dead
Montgomery police are conducting a death investigation.
