Melvin Tyus Receives The Jimmy Hitchcock Award
Carver high school student Melvin Tyus finally received his Jimmy Hitchcock award today after being away at a chorus trip in Orlando.
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
Thousands Speak Out on Facebook about Mother’s Lesson to Son
The Alabama News Network Facebook page is filled with reaction to how a mother used police to teach her 10-year-old son a lesson he’ll probably never forget.
Gambling Legislation Leads Some to Worry about Gambling Addiction
Some people are fearful that Alabama could be home to more gambling addicts if legislation leads to an expansion of gambling in the state.
Montgomery Police Chief Ernest Finley Weighs in on Baltimore Riots
Riots in the streets of Baltimore sent the city into chaos over the past few weeks over an arrest that was thought to be unjust by some.
Historic Webber Building Pending Sale, City Council Debates Other Topics
Montgomery City Councilmen have agreed to sell the historic Webber building, which collapsed last year.
Senate And House Republicans Bring Budget Fixes
It’s been a week since Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh brought up the idea of gambling as a budget solution.
Now, he’s filed a bill that would add table games and bring a lottery to the state, if approved by Alabama voters that is.
Union Springs Police Officer Arrested For Allegedly Stealing Gun
An officer with the Union Springs Police Department was arrested.
Gus Malazan Shares Thoughts about Elijah Daniel at Tiger Trek
Malzahn faced questions about defensive end Elijah Daniel. He and two others were arrested for theft. Since then, Malzahn dismissed Daniel from the team.
Taylor Belsterling & Rashard Burkette Receive Mini-Camp Invites
A pair of local college athletes will get their opportunity to make an NFL team.
Tuskegee Softball Earns a NCAA D2 Postseason Bid
The Tuskegee softball team is getting ready for another trip to the NCAA tournament.
