Montgomery Fire/Rescue Chaplain Ben Alpert dies
The Montgomery Fire/Rescue Department has announced the death of its chaplain, Ben Alpert.
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
Beyoncé wins album of the year at the 2025 Grammys for “Cowboy Carter”
Beyoncé won album of the year for “Cowboy Carter” at Sunday’s Grammys, delivering her the show’s elusive top award.
Aaliyah Nye scores 22 as No. 22 Alabama women defeat Georgia
Aaliyah Nye scored 22 points, Essence Cody had 17 points and 13 rebounds, and No. 22 Alabama rolled past Georgia 72-57 on Sunday
Auburn’s DeYona Gaston drops 31 on No. 2 South Carolina
DeYona Gaston scored the most points any opponent had scored on No. 2 South Carolina with 31, as Auburn women’s basketball fell 83-66
Clanton house fire leaves two people dead, one injured
A house fire in Clanton has killed two people and left a third person injured.
Groundhog Day: Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, predicting six more weeks of wintry weather
Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow on Groundhog Day Sunday and predicted six more weeks of wintry weather as a record-sized crowd watched in Pennsylvania.
Construction on Pike Road roundabouts takes next step
The Alabama Department of Transportation will begin temporary lane closures for the Pike Road roundabouts project.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Two arrests made in shooting outside Selma Walmart
Two arrests have been made in the fatal shooting outside of the Selma Walmart.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Name released of juvenile killed in Montgomery shooting
Montgomery police have released the name of the juvenile killed in a shooting that left a man injured.
Mark Sears, No. 4 Alabama extend winning streak versus Georgia
Mark Sears scored 20 points and No. 4 Alabama won its fifth straight game and for the 14th time in 15 contests, beating Georgia 90-69.
