Covington County Students Return to Class
Covington County students headed back to school today marking the beginning of their 2026-2027 school year.
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More Brutal Heat Ahead This Week
High temps will continue to soar into the upper 90s.
Cafeteria renovations underway at School of Discovery in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The newly opened School of Discovery in Selma -- is having meals for its student body -- delivered from another school. School officials say the cafeteria at the…
Pike Road Schools announces expansion to intermediate school campus
The rapidly-growing Pike Road school system has announced another expansion to serve its students.
Sons Kia presents scholarship money as it celebrates opening of new dealership facility
When a car dealership builds a new facility, you can usually expect banners, balloons and bargain deals. A Montgomery car dealership is celebrating its new building, with a twist.
Former Kilby Prison officer sentenced in contraband case
The Alabama Department of Corrections has announced the sentencing of a former officer for his role in a contraband investigation at Kilby Correctional Facility.
WATCH: Jackson Hospital taking next steps to emerge from bankruptcy
Montgomery's Jackson Hospital has announced it is taking the next steps to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Intense heat and low rain chances this week, less hot this weekend
An excessive heat warning continues until 9PM Monday for central Alabama. With high temperatures approaching 100°, peak heat indices may exceed 110°.
ACTION 8 WEATHER AUTHORITY: Extreme heat warning until 9PM
Most of the Action 8 viewing area is under an Extreme Heat Warning until 9PM Monday night.
What The Tech App of the Day: ElevenReader
ElevenReader is a free app from AI company ElevenLabs that turns written material into remarkably realistic audio.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in the television series ‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville,’ dies at 36
Hayden Panettiere has died at age 36. She starred in television series including “Heroes” and “Nashville.” Panettiere’s father, Skip, announced the actor’s death in a statement provided to ABC News Sunday.
Elmore County EMA opening cooling stations during Monday's extreme heat
The Emore County EMA is opening up several "cooling stations" throughout the county to help residents find a safe, cool place to take shelter during Monday's extreme heat.
Action 8 News i-Team: 25 years later, still no answers on who killed Shannon Paulk
August 16, 2026, marks 25 years since 11-year-old Shannon Paulk disappeared from her Prattville neighborhood and was later found dead. A quarter-century later, her killer has still not been caught.
WAKA Action 8 Sports Director Lindsey Bonner makes history
If you heard a familiar voice calling the Montgomery Biscuits game, it was WAKA Action 8 Sports Director Lindsey Bonner, who also made history.
Man seriously hurt in Montgomery shooting
A man has suffered serious injuries after being shot in Montgomery.
31st Annual Buckmasters returns to Montgomery
The annual Buckmasters Expo is one of the biggest events of the year in Montgomery, giving hunting, fishing and outdoor lovers a place to see the latest gear and watch some exciting events.
Iconic Chris' Hotdogs celebrates dramatically improved health score
Chris' Hotdogs is a landmark Montgomery restaurant institution that has not only celebrated 100 years in business, but now a dramatically improved health score.
Special U.S. flag display for vision-impaired veterans unveiled in Montgomery
Members of five chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution have unveiled a U.S. flag display at the Central Alabama VA Medical Center for visually-impaired veterans.
Brundidge man killed in ATV crash in Coffee County
COFFEE COUNTY, Ala. (WAKA) - A Brundidge man has been killed after crashing an ATV in Coffee County. Alabama State Troopers say 41-year-old Joshua Roberts was riding the ATV at about 1:45AM today when it hit a deer. He was…
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Luigi Mangione has pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, admitting that he trailed the executive and gunned him down on a New York City street in 2024.
What's Happening: August 14-16
A Montgomery tradition is back! It's time for Buckmasters weekend!
More Scorching Summer Heat Ahead
We could have several days reach the 100 degree mark early next week.
River Region United Way launches 2026 fundraising campaign
The event brought together local leaders and supporters to showcase its "United is the Way We Thrive" campaign.
Mobile murder suspect arrested in Greenville
It happened around 11:16 p.m. Wednesday in the 7600 block of Elm Court in Mobile.
