Dalai Lama to Visit Birmingham in October
The Dalai Lama will visit Birmingham this fall.
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
Tax Break for Small Businesses Clears Legislature
The Alabama Legislature has voted to give small businesses a tax break.
Bill to Keep Kids Out of Pickup Truck Beds Stalls
The Alabama House of Representatives on Thursday balked at a proposal to prohibit people under the age of 19 from riding in the back of pickup trucks.
Alabama Education Budget Going into Final Days
Alabama lawmakers have yet to compromise on a state education budget with time dwindling for this year’s legislative session.
Alabama Senate Approves General Fund budget
The Alabama Senate has approved a $1.8 billion General Fund budget that increases funding for Medicaid and supports a one-time bonus of $400 for state employees.
Alabama Refuses to Name Execution Drug Suppliers
Alabama’s prison commissioner is refusing to disclose the suppliers of Alabama’s lethal injection drugs, citing a confidentiality order in a lawsuit filed by an inmate.
As usual, Alabama tasked with replacing big stars
Replacing All-Americans and NFL first-round talent has become an annual rite of spring for Nick Saban and Alabama.
Montgomery Co. Sheriff’s Operation ID Can Help Recover Stolen Property
Almost every expensive item you own comes with a serial number. Knowing what it is can be the difference between getting it back or losing it forever, if you’re a crime victim. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office has a tool to help you keep track of that.
Montgomery Students Start Diabetes Ambassador Program
Students in Montgomery come together to raise awareness for diabetes.
Chief Justice Moore Says Layoffs Coming Without More Money
The Chief Justice started this session asking for 26 million extra dollars. Now that the general fund budget is through both houses, that money isn’t there.
