The Health Benefits of Eating Nuts
The largest study ever on the health benefits of eating nuts shows people who eat almonds, cashews, pistachios, and other tree nuts every day had a 20 percent lower death rate than those who didn’t.
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
The Benefits of Quitting Smoking
The American Heart Association says the health benefits of quitting smoking, even for people over 65, show up much faster than previously thought.
Your Brain Needs Months to Heal After a Concussion
A new study shows the brains of people who suffer mild concussions need more time to heal even months after symptoms from the concussion have gone away.
Montgomery Police Investigating 44th Homicide
Montgomery Police are investigating a homicide following the death of a shooting victim early Thursday morning.
Ala. Board Approves Pardons for ‘Scottsboro Boys’
Alabama’s parole board has approved of granting posthumous pardons in the infamous “Scottsboro Boys” rape case.
Grants Awarded to Help Ala. Groups Serve Homeless
Governor Robert Bentley has announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is providing Alabama with $1.8 million in grants help fund emergency housing initiatives.
Hyundai Plant Investment to Bolster Efficiency
Hyundai officials say the company has invested $7 million into an Alabama plant that manufactures two of its most popular vehicles.
Montgomery Police Investigate Shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting after responding to a wreck.
Truman Capote’s “Holiday Memories” at Cloverdale Playhouse
Set in the 1930’s, Truman Capote takes a look back at his life as a child growing up in Monroeville, Alabama.
Lee High School Holds Meeting On Recent Threat, Parents Speak Out On Other Issues
Montgomery Public Schools leaders and Montgomery police held a meeting to address safety concerns, after a threatening message was found in the school bathroom at Lee High School.
