Local faith leaders call for end of Confederate holidays recognized by the State of Alabama
Currently, the state of Alabama recognizes Confederate Memorial Day, Robert E. Lee Day, and Jefferson Davis' Birthday as state holidays.
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SPLC: Informant program was not kept secret from law enforcement
The Montgomery-based Southern Poverty Law Center told a federal court today that law enforcement agencies have long known that it paid informants to report on the movements of hate groups.
April 27, 2011: Fifteen years after deadly tornadoes struck Alabama
It's been 15 years since the deadly tornado outbreak of April 27, 2011, which killed hundreds of people in dozens of tornadoes throughout Alabama.
Montgomery Public Schools teacher selected for national fellowship
A teacher in Montgomery Public Schools has been selected for the We the Teachers National Fellowship at The College of William & Mary.
Man convicted of Labor Day 2023 double shooting at Montgomery hotel
A man has been convicted of a double shooting inside a Montgomery hotel on Labor Day 2023, which left a woman dead and a teenager injured.
Civil Rights Memorial Center to unveil Emmett Till traveling exhibit
The Civil Rights Memorial Center in Montgomery will host a traveling exhibit in memory of Emmett Till.
Candlelight vigil held by VOCAL for victims of gun violence
Hundreds gathered to honor and remember their loved ones that they've lost due to gun violence.
Pentecostal Life Church holds 3rd Annual "Community Care Fair" in Montgomery
Dozens of people showed up to learn about resources in the River Region which included financial planning, insurance benefits, and more.
Remote Area Medical hosts free healthcare clinic in Montgomery
Thousands of patients showed up to the Multiplex at Cramton Bowl over the weekend to get free dental, vision, and medical care.
Wetumpka man sentenced to more than 12 years after pleading guilty to drug charge
A Wetumpka man has been sentenced to more than 12 years in federal prison on a methamphetamine charge.
Retired WAKA executive inducted into the Alabama Broadcasters Hall of Fame
As part of its 80th anniversary celebration, the Alabama Broadcasters Association has inducted retired WAKA Vice President and General Manager Jim Caruthers into its Hall of Fame.
Appeals court overturns $8.2 million defamation win for Roy Moore
An appeals court has reversed an $8.2 million defamation verdict awarded to former Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore, who had sued a super PAC over a 2017 political ad detailing misconduct accusations against him while he was running for a U.S. Senate seat.
Montgomery Whitewater to pause all water activities for a month
Effective immediately, Montgomery Whitewater will pause all water activities for about a month so its water filtration system can undergo maintenance.
Pike Road Theatre Company's "Tuck Everlasting" now showing
Tuck Everlasting is now showing through May 10 at Faulkner Theatre in Montgomery.
Alabama primaries less than 30 days away
Voters in the state will head to the polls on Tuesday, May 19 to elect who they would like to represent the Republican or Democratic parties.
What's Happening: April 24-26
Don't let the chance of rain keep you from enjoying all of these fun events happening in the River Region this weekend!
Montgomery Hot Air Balloon Festival postponed
Organizers of the upcoming Hot Air Balloon Festival in Montgomery have postponed their event due to weather conditions.
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall discusses role in investigation of Southern Poverty Law Center
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall says his office was part of a coalition that evaluated and investigated the allegations.
Lifesaver Radar data seen on WAKA to be shared with Alabama EMA to improve storm safety
Data from the two Lifesaver Radar systems you see regularly on WAKA Action 8 News will now be shared with the Alabama Emergency Management Agency to improve storm safety efforts statewide.
Montgomery Christian School's Art Splash fundraiser returns next week
Montgomery Christian School's Art Splash will take place April 30 through May 4.
People hit the runway in Prattville for a good cause
The Pilot Club of Prattville hosted their 2nd Annual Serving Hopes and Dreams fashion show in Prattville Wednesday.
Golfers hit the links in Birdies for Babies tournament
This year's tournament raised $215,000.
Montgomery Whitewater receives $50,000 swiftwater rescue training grant
The announcement Wednesday was phase two of the program, which will provide in-house training at the facility.
State revenue commissioner to retire at the end of April
Barnett has been with the Ivey administration since 2017.
