Jackson Hospital's Closure Could Drive Away International Doctors
International physicians at Jackson Hospital say a closure could create a ripple effect for healthcare in Montgomery for years to come.
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Prattville police seek suspect in organized retail theft investigation
The Prattville Police Department needs your help identifying a male suspect in an organized retail theft investigation that has already led to the arrests of two other people.
Off-duty Montgomery firefighter saves man's life at YMCA
The Montgomery Fire/Rescue Department is recognizing Lt. Demetrius Gilmore for his quick thinking and lifesaving actions while at the Bell Road YMCA.
The Equal Justice Initiative to celebrate Juneteenth with a jazz concert
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WAKA) - Juneteenth is this week, and a non-profit in Montgomery is celebrating with a jazz concert. The Equal Justice Initiative is hosting a jazz concert on June 19 at…
Montgomery police make homicide arrest
Montgomery police have announced an arrest in a recent homicide.
Attorney General Steve Marshall announces crackdown on "gas station heroin"
Attorney General Steve Marshall and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency have announced a crackdown on illegal kratom products that are sometimes called "gas station heroin."
Vacation Bible School students spend time helping at Heart of Alabama Food Bank
Vacation Bible School students spent time helping others at the Heart of Alabama Food Bank in Montgomery.
Alabama Republican Party dismisses residency challenge to Tommy Tuberville's bid for governor
The Alabama Republican Party says U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville will remain the party’s gubernatorial nominee, rejecting a claim that he had not lived in the state long enough to run for governor.
Fallen tree causes temporary road closure in Montgomery County
A fallen tree in Montgomery County led to a temporary road closure.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: New details released in Montgomery County police chase
Alabama State Troopers have released more details about a police chase that began on Interstate 65 in Montgomery County.
Prattville man killed in pickup truck crash in Macon County
A Prattville man has been killed after crashing the pickup truck he was driving in Macon County.
Alabama seeks to execute man convicted of killing two people in Dallas County by lethal injection after court ruled against nitrogen method
The State of Alabama is asking permission to execute a man by lethal injection after court rulings blocked the use of nitrogen gas and cast doubt on the future of the state’s gas method.
Two people arrested after police chase in Montgomery County
Two people have been arrested after a police chase in southwest Montgomery County.
Saving Lives Before the Emergency: Former ER Doctors Launch Practice Focused on Prevention
A pair of former emergency room physicians say the future of medicine is finding disease earlier and tailoring treatment to each patient.
What's Happening: June 12-14
Yes, it's going to be hot this weekend, but there are still plenty of events to enjoy, including some ways to cool off!
U.S. Supreme Court blocks Alabama execution; Gov. Kay Ivey responds
The U.S. Supreme Court has blocked Alabama's use of nitrogen hypoxia to execute a death row inmate who was convicted of killing two people in Dallas County.
ONLY ON 8: Montgomery doctor warns pregnant mothers, babies may suffer if Jackson Hospital closes
OB-GYN Dr. LaToya Clark said Jackson Hospital offers services for pregnant women that are not available elsewhere in the area and could be lost if the hospital closes.
Local non-profit delivers free books to encourage kids to read this summer
Each child signed up receives 10 books with 800 kids expected to be a part of the program this summer.
One man dead, another man seriously hurt in Montgomery shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a man dead and another seriously hurt.
State of Alabama asks U.S. Supreme Court to let it continue nitrogen gas executions
The State of Alabama is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to set aside a judge's findings that using nitrogen gas for executions violates the Constitution’s ban on cruel and unusual punishment.
Bankruptcy Judge Weighs Role in Jackson Hospital Reimbursement Dispute
With closure looming, Jackson Hospital returns to bankruptcy court.
Paintball tournament to benefit area youth and their families
The Battle for the City Paintball Tournament will take place on June 27 starting at 9:00 a.m. at the Battlegrounds Paintball Park on Clayton Street.
The Alabama Department of Public Health to host men's physical and mental health awareness event
The Alabama Department of Public Health is hosting a free men's mental and physical health event.
Judge denies Ibraheem Yazeed's request for a new trial
Circuit Judge Tom Young denied the request on Thursday after Yazeed's attorney asked the court that their client either be acquitted or given a new trial.
First Responders honored with breakfast in Prattville
The Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce has honored local first responders with an annual breakfast.
