What’s Happening: May 26-29
The long Memorial Day weekend gives us time to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, but also provides time for some other activities.
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
NTSB: Unsafe Speeds Blamed for Fiery Crash that Killed 10 in Butler County
Federal investigators have released a report about a 12-vehicle crash on Interstate 65 that killed 10 people in Butler County in 2021.
UPDATE: Lawmakers Advance Bill to Cut Alabama’s Grocery Sales Tax in Half
Alabama lawmakers on Thursday advanced legislation to remove half of the state’s 4% sale tax on groceries.
Alabama House Advances Tax Rebates of $210 Per Taxpayer
The Alabama House of Representatives has unanimously approved a one-time tax rebate that would give $210 to single filers and $420 to married filers.
Murder, Cruelty Charges Dismissed in Georgia Toddler’s Hot Car Death
A father from Georgia will not face another trial over his toddler’s death in a hot car.
Alabama Tops Auburn 7-4, Advances to Fourth Round on SEC Baseball Tournament
Ninth-seeded Alabama (40-18) advances to the fourth round of the tournament for the third straight season.
Oath Keepers Founder Stewart Rhodes Sentenced to 18 Years in Jan. 6 Attack on U.S. Capitol
The founder of Oath Keepers was sentenced Thursday to 18 years in prison for orchestrating a weekslong plot that culminated in his followers attacking the U.S. Capitol in a bid to keep President Joe Biden out of the White House after the 2020 election.
Prattville Police Searching for Business Burglary Suspect
Prattville police need your help finding the person who burglarized a business.
Washington Lawmakers Leave Town for Weekend without Debt Ceiling Deal
Lawmakers are not expected back at work until Tuesday, just two days from June 1, when Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has said the U.S. could start running out of cash to pay its bills and face a federal default.
8 ON YOUR SIDE: Expect Big Crowds for the Summer Travel Season — and Big Prices
The unofficial start of the summer travel season is here, with travelers scrounging for ways to save a few bucks on pricey airfares and hotel rooms.
