Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed Launches Re-Election Campaign
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed was joined by supporters Wednesday afternoon as he launched his campaign for a second term in office.
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"That's My Child" Founder Charles Lee Wants Public Apology from Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed
Charles Lee, the founder of the Montgomery non-profit "That's My Child," says he wants a public apology from Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed after Reed called him “a shyster, a hustler and a liar,” at a recent news conference.
Man Charged in Alleged Machete Attack in Montgomery
Montgomery police have charged a man in an alleged machete attack.
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed to Launch Re-Election Campaign Wednesday
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed has announced that he'll launch his re-election campaign on Wednesday.
UPDATE: Police Identify Woman Shot and Killed on Eastern Boulevard
Montgomery police have identified the woman shot and killed on Eastern Boulevard Tuesday morning.
UPDATE: Three Arrested after Montgomery Shooting, Police Chase
Montgomery police say three 18-year-olds are in custody after a shooting that led to a chase.
Santa Claus meeting held in Montgomery
The Alabama-based Santas got in their sleighs and flew down to the Farmers Market Cafe downtown.
PHOTOS: Magic Moments Easter Egg Roll Held at Governor's Mansion
Gov. Kay Ivey hosted the annual Magic Moments Easter Egg Roll at the Alabama Governor's Mansion.
UPDATE: Police Identify Pedestrian Hit, Killed in Montgomery
Montgomery police have now identified the pedestrian hit and killed by a car on Sunday.
Man Recovering from Gunshot Wounds in Montgomery Shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a man injured.
Pentagon Study: Higher Cancer Rates Found in Military Pilots, Ground Crews
A Pentagon study has found high rates of cancer among military pilots and for the first time has shown that ground crews who fuel, maintain and launch those aircraft are also getting sick.
Annual SLE Rodeo Returns to Garrett Coliseum in Montgomery
The Southeastern Livestock Exhibition Rodeo has returned to Garrett Coliseum. It's one of the biggest events of the year in Montgomery.
UPDATE: Construction Progressing on New Tallassee High School
Construction on the new Tallassee High School is progressing, with an opening scheduled for August.
What's Happening: March 17-19
There are plenty of events happening across the River Region for you to check out this weekend, from the SLE Rodeo to the roller derby and a whole lot more!
Montgomery City Leaders Announce New Garden in West Montgomery
A street corner in Montgomery that is a part of the city's civil rights history is getting a spruce-up.
WAKA Golf Tournament Raises Money to Help the Homeless
All of us at WAKA 8 would like to thank those who took part in our annual "Drive Out Homelessness" golf tournament, which raises money to fight homelessness in our area.
Man Shot and Killed in Montgomery; Police Launch Homicide Investigation
Montgomery police are searching for the person who shot and killed a man Thursday night.
Gov. Kay Ivey Signs Spending Plan for $1 Billion in Pandemic Funds
Gov. Kay Ivey says, “Alabama can now look to a future of greater promise thanks to the steps we have taken this week to invest these funds wisely."
UPDATE: Alabama Lawmakers Approve Plan for $1 Billion in Pandemic Funds
Alabama lawmakers have given final approval to a plan to use $1 billion in federal pandemic relief funds on a mix of water and sewer infrastructure, broadband expansion and health care reimbursements.
Cost Estimate on New Elmore County Prison Reaches Nearly $1 Billion
An Alabama prison finance authority has increased what the state can spend on building a new 4,000-inmate prison in Elmore County.
Alabama Prison System Raises Pay to Recruit, Retain Officers
The Alabama prison system is raising salaries for correctional officers — increasing starting pay to more than $50,000 annually — in an effort to lure workers and address an ongoing staff shortage.
Alabama House Approves $1 Billion Plan for Pandemic Funds
The Alabama House has advanced a plan to use the state’s final $1 billion in federal pandemic relief funds mostly on water and sewer infrastructure, broadband expansion and health care reimbursements.
Federal Judge Strikes Down Alabama Laws Against Panhandling
A federal judge has struck down Alabama laws against panhandling, ruling that the statues are unconstitutional.
Summer Food Benefits Approved for 530,000 Alabama Children
An estimated 530,000 Alabama children who get free or reduced price school meals are now eligible for food benefits this summer after the school year ends, officials said Tuesday.
Maxwell AFB to honor former Vietnam War POWs
As part of Operation Welcome Home, the traveling Vietnam War Memorial will be at Maxwell on March 15.
