ASU Moves Turkey Day Classic From Thanksgiving
Alabama State is moving the Turkey Day Classic from Thanksgiving Day.
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
Auburn’s Dee Ford Gets His Day Before NFL Scouts
Dee Ford finally got to bench press and run for NFL scouts. The Auburn defensive end and potential first-round pick ran the 40 in 4.53 seconds on Tuesday at the Tigers’ pro day.
Abortion Bills Lead To Long Debate In State House
The bills go from extending the time before a woman can have an abortion to banning abortions after a fetal heartbeat has been found.
Rep. Mary Sue McClurkin is sponsoring the heartbeat bill, and she says it’s a personal issue for her.
Rep. Alvin Holmes Robbed At Montgomery Convenience Store
A state representative is speaking to us exclusively about being robbed at a Montgomery convenience store.
Pedestrian Hit, Killed by Trolley in Birmingham
Authorities say a pedestrian is dead after being struck by a trolley in downtown Birmingham.
Alabama House to Debate Stringent Abortion Ban
The Alabama House of Representatives will debate four abortion bills, including one that would ban abortions after a fetal heartbeat is detected.
MRI Can Predict Heart Attacks and Strokes
A new study finds an MRI of the carotid artery can accurately predict future strokes and heart attacks.
BPA Levels Can Indicate Prostate Cancer
The Cincinnati Cancer Center has found that levels of BPA in men’s urine can be a sign of prostate cancer.
Kids Eating Healthier at School
Kids are eating healthier meals at school thanks to new federal lunch standards.
Golden Apple: Chuck Hawkins
This week, Alabama News Network visits Prattville Junior High School to honor another teacher with the Golden Apple Award.
