Wetumpka to welcome new business downtown
The owner of Grove Station has announced the bakery, market and restaurant will be moving from Tallassee to downtown Wetumpka.
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Winners of Action 8's "River Region Rockin' Romance" contest announced
In celebration of Valentine's Day, we want to congratulate a lucky couple who won Action 8's "River Region Rockin' Romance" contest!
Montgomery man killed in head-on crash
A Montgomery man has been killed in a head-on crash just outside of the city limits.
Alabama House wants to speed up Medicaid for pregnant women, joining other states with high mortality rates
A bill that would speed up Medicaid coverage and prenatal health care for low-income pregnant women in Alabama has advanced as lawmakers try to address rising maternal and infant mortality rates.
Republicans, Democrats in Alabama support ban on machine gun conversion devices
A bipartisan group of mayors, lawmakers and law enforcement officers in Alabama have endorsed a public safety package that would ban the devices that convert semi-automatic weapons into machine guns.
New health center opens in Montgomery for people 60+
People who are ages 60+ now have access to a brand new state-of-the-art healthcare center in Montgomery.
What's Happening: February 14-16
It's Valentine's Day weekend! There are events for couples, but also other things to enjoy across the River Region.
CBS, other Paramount channels could be dropped from YouTubeTV
We have an important programming note to bring you if you watch WAKA and CBS on the YouTubeTV streaming service.
City to tear down Governor's House Hotel & Convention Center
The City of Montgomery plans to tear down the old Governor's House Hotel & Convention Center, which had once been a shining jewel for travelers, politicians and business leaders.
Autaugaville School to close at the end of the school year
Action 8 News has confirmed that Autaugaville School will be closing at the end of the school year.
New Downtown Restaurant Brings a Taste of Chicago to Montgomery
Oliver's, which recently opened its doors, serves up Chicago favorites like Italian beef sandwiches and Chicago-style hot dogs.
Action 8's second Lifesaver Radar goes on the air to track severe weather
WAKA Action 8 has now put our second Lifesaver Radar on the air to track severe weather to better protect Alabama.
Ivey vows to sign bill that puts definitions of male and female into state law
Alabama lawmakers have given final approval to legislation that would write definitions of male and female into state law that excludes transgender people from being recognized under their gender identity.
Joann to close 500 stores in bankruptcy process
Craft retailer Joann Fabrics is closing 500 stores, some in Alabama, as it tries to emerge from bankruptcy.
Alabama lawmakers seek more money for prison construction
Alabama lawmakers are seeking the ability to borrow an additional $500 million for prison construction after the price of the state’s new mega-prison rose to over $1 billion.
Alabama Kidney Foundation to celebrate 50th anniversary
The 2025 Montgomery Kidney Walk & Celebration will take place on Saturday, May 3 at Riverwalk Stadium.
Woman killed in Montgomery shooting
The fatal shooting happened around 10:27 p.m. in the 500 block of East South Boulevard.
Montgomery Father Shares Inspiring Message With High School Baseball Players
A special dinner brought players from six MPS high schools together to motivate and prepare them for the three-day tournament ahead.
Leaders discuss "State of Health" at event in Montgomery
The Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce has hosted a "State of Health" event to discuss the status of healthcare in our area.
Man shot on Taylor Road in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting on Taylor Road that left a man injured.
Alabama Department of Workforce aims to prepare Alabama's workers for the future
A 45-member council comprised of business leaders, appointed by the governor, will contribute to a public-private collaboration.
Gov. Kay Ivey appoints new judge for Montgomery County
Gov. Kay Ivey has appointed a new judge to serve Montgomery County.
Montgomery police investigating gunfire incidents
Montgomery police say they're investigating multiple reports of gunfire.
Millbrook police make burglary arrest
Millbrook police say they've arrested a man on a charge of third-degree burglary.
Battle over Alabama's Congressional district map goes to federal court
Alabama’s congressional district map is the subject of a federal trial to decide if the state will keep the new court-created district that led to the election of a second Black representative.
