Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Remembered with Birthday Bash in Montgomery
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., was remembered with a birthday bash and family fun day near the Montgomery home where he once lived.
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"Day of Service" Held in Memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
On the national holiday remembering Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., HandsOn River Region held a day of service throughout the Montgomery area.
WATCH ALABAMA INAUGURATION: Gov. Kay Ivey, Other Elected Leaders Sworn into Office
Gov. Kay Ivey and other state leaders took their oath of office in front of the Alabama Capitol Monday morning.
Man Dies After Being Shot in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a man dead.
Prattville Home Burns in Fire
Prattville firefighters were called to a residential fire Sunday morning.
Distinguished Young Women contestants arrive in Montgomery
Preliminaries start Friday night at Frazer Church with the finals Saturday night.Â
President Biden Approves Federal Tornado Aid for Autauga and Dallas Counties
Besides Autauga and Dallas counties, damage assessments are continuing in other areas, and they may be designated for federal assistance.
As Tornado Hit Autauga County, Survivors Hid in Tubs, Shipping Container
The harrowing stories of tornado survivors are emerging as residents comb through the damage from the storm that killed seven people in Autauga County.
Seven People Killed in Autauga County Tornado Are Identified
The Autauga County Sheriff's Office has released the names of the seven people killed when a tornado hit the Old Kingston area on Thursday.
Deatsville Teenager Dies Ten Days after Wreck in Autauga County
A 17-year-old from Deatsville has died of injuries from a wreck.
Woman Talks to WAKA about Losing Brother in Autauga County Tornado
Stephanie Brown isn't worried about losing her home in the tornado that hit Autauga County. She just wishes she still had her brother.
Gov. Kay Ivey, Other Leaders Tour Tornado Damage in Dallas and Autauga Counties
Gov. Kay Ivey and other leaders took time Friday to see tornado damage in Dallas and Autauga Counties by air and on the ground.
What's Happening: January 13-15
There are plenty of events happening across the River Region for you to check out this weekend.
Governor Ivey appoints Mark Harrell as new Autauga County sheriff
Governor Ivey also appointed Jessica Sanders as the new Autauga County District Judge.
City of Prattville Offering Drop-Off Location for Tornado Relief Supplies
The city of Prattville is providing a drop-off location for people wanting to donate supplies to help tornado victims throughout the area.
More details in the domestic-related homicide in Hope Hull
Terry Brandon Cumbie is charged with capital murder involving a burglary and 1st degree domestic violence involving a burglary.Â
Local volunteer fire departments need help
Officials with the Pike Road Fire Department said some local fire department are so shorthanded, they hope they have enough staff to answer calls.
DONATE HERE: WAKA 8 Working with United Way on Tornado Relief
WAKA 8 is working with the United Way to raise money for tornado relief throughout our area.
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.Â
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.
