Alabama Pre-K gets High Marks for Quality
Alabama’s voluntary pre-kindergarten program for 4-year-olds gets high marks in a new national report.
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
Ala woman: Toss charge in girl’s running death
The Alabama woman charged with capital murder in her granddaughter’s running death is asking a judge to dismiss the case.
Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Over Houndstooth Pattern
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit over use of the houndstooth pattern made famous by hats worn by former Alabama football coach Paul “Bear” Bryant.
Ala Officer Cleared in Shooting of Airman on I-85
An Opelika police officer won’t face charges in the March shooting of a motorist on Interstate 85.
Jury Votes Death for Ala Man Convicted in Slaying
Chilton County jurors are recommending the death penalty for a man convicted of murdering a woman after subjecting her to sexual abuse.
Prosecutors Seek Death Penalty for Thomas May
Prosecutors want a man sentenced to death after his conviction of killing a woman at a community college.
2 People Arrested in Deatsville Drug Raid
Two people are behind bars after a weekend drug bust in Deatsville.
Could Alabama Follow Arkansas Allowing Gay Marriage?
Dozens of gay couples are getting marriage licenses in Arkansas after a judge said the state’s gay marriage ban was unconstitutional.
Alabama has similar laws when it comes gay marriage, so could a judge force Alabama be the next state to follow?
Authorities Investigating Sexual Assault at Alabama State University
Authorities are investigating an alleged sexual assault that happened at Alabama State University over the weekend.
Front Street Pub Temporarily Closing After Fatal Shooting Ouside Its Doors
In Greenville, Front Street Pub is temporarily closing its doors after a murder outside the business on Sunday morning.
