Selma Police investigate city’s 9th homicide of the year
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A homicide investigation is underway in Selma -- after a man is shot and killed in the city -- early Sunday morning. Interim Selma Chief Michael Perry says…
George McDonald
George McDonald is the West Alabama Newsroom reporter for WAKA Action 8 News. He is based in Selma and covers Dallas, Lowndes, Marengo, Perry and Wilcox counties.
George began reporting for us in June 2005. He arrived in Alabama from WTOK in Meridian, Mississippi, where he worked as a reporter/photographer. He began his career in television news at WJTV in Jackson, Mississippi, where he was an editor.
George enjoys reporting because he says you’re always learning things you might not otherwise learn, meeting people you wouldn’t otherwise meet and doing things you might not otherwise do, but says the best thing about being a reporter is the potential to have a positive impact in the lives of others.
A native of Chicago (South Side!), George is an alumnus of Tougaloo College and a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. When he’s not working, George enjoys spending quality time with his family.
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Old wooden bridge raising safety concerns in Wilcox Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The condition of an old bridge in Wilcox County -- has the residents who have to use it everyday -- scared for their safety. The old wooden bridge…
Dallas Co. man jailed following burglary investigation
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma man is arrested on more than a half-dozen criminal charges -- following a burglary investigation in the Burnsville community. Sheriff Mike Granthum says an uptick in…
Uniontown police arrest two suspects in Saturday shooting
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Uniontown Police arrest two people suspected in a Saturday afternoon shooting after a community basketball tournament. Police Chief Michael Kiser says 26 year old Sherman Deshuwn Cain of…
Marion Police search for wanted shooting suspect
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Marion Police need your help to find a wanted shooting suspect. Police Chief Nikisha Gailes says 21 year old Jeremiah Orlando Crawford, also known as Bill is wanted…
Selma Police continue to search for missing woman
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Police need your help to find a missing woman. Sgt. Beauty Benjamin says 62 year old Joyce Ross hasn't been seen in several months. Ross is 5-foot…
Dallas Co. Sheriff’s Office investigates birthday party shooting
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A shooting Saturday night in Dallas County leaves one man behind bars -- and another man in the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Sheriff Mike Granthum says 50 year…
Wilcox Co. Sheriff warns residents to beware of scammers
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Wilcox Co. Sheriff Larry Colston is warning residents to beware of scammers claiming to be from the sheriff's office. He says the scammers are calling people and telling…
Selma City Schools preparing for upcoming school year
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The upcoming school year is only a few weeks away. And Selma City School officials have been working all summer -- to get ready for the fall. Superintendent…
Hatcher family’s barbeque legacy lives on in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A well-known Selma businesswoman is laid to rest over the weekend. But the legacy she left behind continues to live on. Lula Hatcher took her mother's dream and…
