Solar, battery facility approved for Bullock, Macon counties
A huge solar power facility will be coming to Bullock and Macon counties in the coming years.
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Two men arrested in Pike County for copper theft
Pike County Sheriff Russell Thomas says his office started an investigation on June 7 after copper was stolen in the Springhill community.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUGSHOTS 07/01/26-07/15/26
Check out the Montgomery County Mugshots from 07/01/26 – 07/15/26. All are innocent until proven guilty. Click here for more from WAKA.
Congresswoman Terri Sewell holds annual job fair in Selma
The job fair brought over 75 employers under one roof with job opportunities in a dozen different industries, including forestry, automotive, law enforcement, medical, and mental health.
Healthy Connections to host annual health and wellness expo
Healthy Connections is hosting its 21st Annual Relay for Health & Wellness on Saturday, August 8 at 8:00 a.m. at Freewill Missionary Baptist Church on Hill Street in Montgomery.
Autauga County educators prepare for first day of school
Teachers and administrators in Autauga County Schools have come together for their Institute Day in preparation for the start of the school year.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Ballot for August 11 special congressional primaries
Voters in some Alabama congressional districts will be returning to the polls August 11 for special primaries to determine who'll represent them in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Two-A-Days High School Football Previews: Eagles look to soar above the rest this season
The Montgomery Academy Eagles are looking to improve off an already successful 2025-26 campaign as they return several players from a season ago.
Selma Police make an arrest in a Saturday night shooting
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- One man is hurt and another is behind bars following a Saturday night shooting in Selma. Lt. Nathan Gibson says officers found 41 year old Michael Elmore sitting…
Montgomery Public Schools stressing school zone safety as students return to class
Students in Montgomery Public Schools are preparing to return to class, which means drivers must be watching out for them in school zones.
Two-A-Days High School Football Previews: Blackwell ready to get second stint at Catholic officially underway
The Montgomery Catholic Knights are excited to get the 2026-27 football season started under the direction of their new head coach Aubrey Blackwell.
Phenix City woman arrested in Lee County for impersonating a police officer
Investigators say on July 31, a deputy pulled over a woman in the 200 block of Lee Road 600 in Smiths Station for an expired tag.
Montgomery City Council delays votes on $375M bond proposal, Short Term Rental regulations
Members of the Montgomery City Council want more details before voting on a $375 million dollar bond initiative. An ordinance regulating short term rentals is also being revised.
Mayor, City Council Honor Montgomery’s World Champion 8U All-Stars
A huge honor for a Montgomery baseball team. After winning a World Series championship, the AUM Traditional 8U All-Stars are being recognized by city leaders.
Montgomery police searching for missing woman
Montgomery police need your help finding a missing woman.
Typical August Weather Conditions
We expect hot and humid conditions along with those afternoon popup showers or t-storms.
Montgomery man convicted of sexually abusing child
A Montgomery man has been convicted of child sexual abuse.
Shooting in Montgomery leaves one person injured
It happened just before 2:00 p.m. Tuesday in the area of E. South Boulevard and S. Court Street.
What The Tech: Why Are So Many People on Facebook Suddenly “Digital Creators”?
The “Digital Creator” label does not necessarily mean someone produces content professionally or earns money from Facebook. In many cases, the person simply turned on Professional Mode after Facebook recommended it.
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…
What the Tech: Why you should turn off your phone for at least 30 minutes a week
The National Security Agency says regularly turning off your phone for 30 minutes is a good habit for several important reasons.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUGSHOTS 06/01/26-06/15/26
Check out the Montgomery County Mugshots from 06/01/26 – 06/15/26. All are innocent until proven guilty. Click here for more from WAKA.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUGSHOTS 06/16/26-06/30/26
Check out the Montgomery County Mugshots from 06/16/26 – 06/30/26. All are innocent until proven guilty. Click here for more from WAKA.
A typical summertime weather pattern this weekend and next week
Additional showers and storms form Friday afternoon, with rain coverage somewhere between isolated and widely scattered through the early evening. Otherwise, expect a partly cloudy sky with high temperatures in the low to mid 90s.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUGSHOTS 05/16/26-05/31/26
Check out the Montgomery County Mugshots from 05/16/26 – 05/31/26. All are innocent until proven guilty. Click here for more from WAKA.
