NWS: Preliminary storm reports released for Dallas and Autauga counties
NWS officials says at least an EF2 tornado hit the Selma area, while at least an EF3 tornado hit the Kingston community in Autauga County.
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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to Be Remembered with Host of Events in Montgomery
Events start Saturday in Montgomery to honor the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., whose federal holiday is Monday.
UPDATE: Seven Deaths Blamed on Autauga County Tornado
WAKA 8 has confirmed that a seventh person was killed in the tornado that hit Autauga County Thursday.
UPDATE: Recovery Efforts Start in Autauga County, Where Tornado Killed Six People
Autauga County EMA Director Ernie Baggett was live on WAKA 8 Thursday night to outline the tornado recovery efforts that are underway.
Disaster Relief Fund Established for Autauga County Tornado Victims
The Central Alabama Community Foundation has set up a disaster relief fund for victims of the January 12 tornado in Autauga County.
Six Tornado Fatalities Confirmed in Autauga County
WAKA 8 has confirmed that six people have been killed in the tornado that hit Autauga County Thursday afternoon.
Elmore Co. Storm Damage Assessment Underway
The tornado that moved through Dallas and Autauga counties made its way into Elmore County, where damage assessments are underway.
MCSO: Man arrested in Hope Hull domestic-related homicide
Officials say once they arrived, they found 40-year-old Joseph Williams dead from a single gunshot wound.
MPD opens homicide investigation after man found dead
Officers responded around 3:45 p.m. to the 3500 block of Manley Drive in reference to a body found.
Gov. Kay Ivey Declares State of Emergency for Counties Hit by Tornado
Gov. Kay Ivey has issued a state of emergency for six counties that were hit by Thursday's tornadoes.
3 Degree Guarantee: Montgomery Police Foundation Gets $1,150 Check
We're starting the new year by giving away another “3 Degree Guarantee” check to a local charity.
ON THE PHONE: Autauga Co. EMA Director Discusses Tornado Damage
Autauga Co. EMA Director Ernie Baggett joined WAKA 8 live on the phone to talk about tornado damage from Thursday's storm.
MPD: Victim identified in homicide investigation on Narrow Lane Road
The victim is identified as 25-year-old Juwan Tolliver, of Montgomery.
RAW VIDEO: Tornado Damage in Deatsville
WAKA 8 brought you live video of our first glimpse at tornado damage in the Deatsville area Thursday afternoon.
RAW VIDEO: See Tornado in Selma, Autauga County
WAKA 8 has raw video of the tornado as it approached and moved through Selma, then later as it passed through Autauga County.
Marshall: Women in Alabama Can Be Prosecuted for Taking Abortion Pills
Women in Alabama who take abortion pills to end their pregnancies can be prosecuted, Attorney General Steve Marshall told CBS News.
PHOTOS: Fire Burns Chapel at Elmore Correctional Facility
State prison officials say an inmate at Elmore Correctional Facility has admitted to starting a fire at the prison chapel, which caused extensive damage.
UPDATE: Second Person Charged in Murder of Nakel Johnson
Alabama News Network has found court records that show a second person has been charged in the death of Nakel Johnson, who was abducted from a Montgomery hotel room.
Montgomery police investigate city's latest homicide
It happened Wednesday around 6:30 a.m. in the 4500 block of Narrow Lane Road.
House fire investigation underway in North Montgomery County
The fire happened just after 9:00 a.m. this morning in the 1600 block of Anderson Road.
Sister of Double Murder Victim Speaks to Alabama News Network
The sister of one of the men who was shot and killed in a double murder has spoken to Alabama News Network about her heartbreak.
On Your Side Consumer Alert: Chick-fil-A Investigating "Suspicious Activity" Involving Its App
On Your Side Consumer Alert: Chick-fil-A says it's investigating suspicious activity involving its app.
Sheriff's Department Investing in Peaceful Resolution
With officer involved shooting deaths on the rise across the country the Montgomery Sheriff's department is investing in the safety of the community.
Body Found in Montgomery
Montgomery police have launched a death investigation after a body was discovered.
Third suspect arrested in double shooting on David Drive
Police and fire medics were called just before 3:30 p.m. to David Drive on a shooting.
