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3rd Annual Abilities Awareness Fashion Show hosted by the STAAR program
It's the 3rd year of the STAAR program's fashion show and all of the kids put on their best runway walk in Montgomery Sunday.
Four killed in 48 hours during violent weekend in Montgomery
Four people were killed in a series of shootings over a 48-hour period in Montgomery, prompting the city’s police chief to condemn the violence as “senseless.”
T.J. Maxx opens up new location in Wetumpka
The city of Wetumpka has officially gained a new shopping center.
2 dead, 2 injured in four separate shootings in Montgomery
Montgomery police have been busy this weekend working several shootings, two of which were deadly.
Montgomery police make capital murder arrest following fatal shooting
Montgomery police have made an arrest following a fatal shooting on West South Boulevard.
WAKA honored with two ABBY Awards from the Alabama Broadcasters Association
WAKA Action 8 News has received two ABBY Awards for excellence from the Alabama Broadcasters Association.
Selma police chief put on administrative leave
The Selma City Council has voted to put Selma Police Chief Kenta Fulford on administrative leave.
22nd annual Autism Crawfish Boil at DABOS Park in Montgomery
Thousands showed up throughout the day Saturday to enjoy some crawfish, live music, and fun with friends and family, while supporting a great cause for their fellow Alabamians.
Hundreds come out to "Politics in the Park" candidate forum in Pine Level
Many local and state officials gathered in Pine Level to campaign and talk with eligible voters Saturday.
Man on scooter dies of injuries after being hit by SUV in Lee County
A man on a scooter in a roadway has died after being struck by an SUV in Lee County.
Man killed in pickup truck crash in Marengo County
A man driving a pickup truck has been killed in a crash in Marengo County.
Artemis II astronauts return to Earth, capping historic NASA mission
Artemis II’s astronauts have returned from the moon with a dramatic splashdown in the Pacific Ocean to close out humanity’s first lunar voyage in more than a half-century.
Attorney General's Office Building in Montgomery to be named in honor of Gov. Kay Ivey
As Gov. Kay Ivey marks nine years in office, a prominent state government building in downtown Montgomery will be named in her honor.
Lawmakers Cite Memories And Mold In Farewell To Alabama State House
Lawmakers reflected on their time inside the Alabama State House, as they shared both fond memories and concerns about its condition.
Faulkner University breaks ground on academic resource center
Faulkner University officials have broken ground on what they call one of the most significant construction projects in its history.
Montgomery police bill fails to make it through the Alabama Legislature
Time ran out on the 2026 session of the Alabama Legislature before a final vote could be taken on a bill to increase the number of officers in the Montgomery Police Department.
What grade would lawmakers give the 2026 Alabama legislative session?
The 2026 session of the Alabama Legislature has ended, so what grade would lawmakers give to their performance?
Sunny this weekend with warm afternoons
Dry weather is likely to continue through all of next week
Clefworks to bring Imani Winds for a special concert in Montgomery
A Grammy-award winning wind ensemble group will soon hit the stage in downtown Montgomery.
"Burgers, Brews and Blues" to benefit the Downtown YMCA
The community event will feature music, food and family-friendly fun.
What's Happening: April 10-12
It's the perfect weekend for the Flimp Festival in Montgomery or plenty of other events across the River Region!
Child Protect to hold tasting event to help raise money benefitting victims of child abuse
The event will feature live music, food, tastings, coffee bar and much more.
River Region Disability Expo to take place Friday, but at a new location
The annual event will take place on Friday, April 10 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Faulkner University Multiplex, located at 5345 Atlanta Highway in Montgomery.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Ford issues recall over windshield wipers
Ford has recalled more than 400,000 vehicles because the windshield wipers might fail.
