What’s Happening: May 16-18
After a couple of rainy weekends, the weather should be much better for all of the events happening in the River Region!
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
Trump budget bill blocked in U.S. House committee
House Republicans have failed to push their big package of tax breaks and spending cuts through the Budget Committee, as a handful of conservatives joined all Democrats in voting against it.
What the Tech: Have you ever accidentally activated Siri? You could get cash
Have you ever accidentally triggered Siri on your Apple device? Those accidental activations might actually be worth some money. Here’s how to claim it.
Tuskegee police make arrest following a string of burglaries
Tuskegee police have made an arrest in an ongoing burglary investigation as it seeks information about other recent break-ins.
Russia-Ukraine peace talks end after less than two hours
The first direct Russia-Ukraine peace talks have ended after less than two hours, and while both sides have agreed to swap prisoners, they remain far apart on key conditions for ending the fighting.
Greenville making changes before city elections in August
The City of Greenville is making a big change to its polling locations ahead of the city elections in August.
Baptist Medical Center South responds to water leak
Workers and administrators at Baptist Medical Center South had to take action following a water leak.
Dick’s Sporting Goods to buy struggling shoe chain Foot Locker
Dick’s said Thursday that it expects to run Foot Locker as a standalone unit and keep the Foot Locker brands, which include Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, WSS and Japanese sneaker brand atmos.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Ford recalls 273,000 SUVs
Ford is recalling more than 273,000 SUVs for a brake issue.
Tallassee man killed in motorcycle crash in Tallapoosa County
A Tallassee man has been killed after crashing a motorcycle in Tallapoosa County.
