Construction underway on community center in Montgomery
Construction is underway on a new community center in Montgomery.
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Montgomery man sentenced to 13 years in prison for armed robbery in Wetumpka
A Montgomery man has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for armed robbery and for firing a gun while committing the crime.
Four dead in North Georgia high school shooting
Four people have been killed in a school shooting at a high school in Winder, Georgia.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Montgomery restaurant owner shot during argument
A Montgomery restaurant owner is in the hospital recovering from a gunshot wound.
Butler County School System in Need of School Bus Drivers
The Butler County school year is off to a great start but the Transportation Department could use some help ensuring students get to and from school safely.
Pay It Forward: Shewana Stewart of Montgomery
Shewana Stewart is the librarian and reading intervention specialist at Morningview Elementary School. And you can find her in other places around the school as well.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Troy police make third arrest in August shooting
Troy police have announced a third arrest in a shooting that left three people hurt.
Eastdale Mall sets new policies to address shoplifting, guns
Eastdale Mall has set new policies that the new general manager hopes will curb shoplifting and guns inside the mall.
Troy University Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins announces retirement
Troy University Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr., has announced that he will retire next year.
ASF names new artistic director
Quin Gresham will join the Alabama Shakespeare Festival starting November 4.
Woman arrested in Alexander City shooting
The victim, an unidentified 27-year-old woman, of Alexander City, was transported to the hospital for treatment.
Suspect dead in Auburn officer-involved shooting
The incident happened late Monday night in the 200 block of West Longleaf Drive.
Vaughan Kidney Care in Selma earns CMS certification
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A few months after opening it's doors -- a new dialysis clinic in Selma -- is now CMS certified. The designation means Vaughan Kidney Care meets all safety and…
Labor Day brings boaters, business to Lake Martin
The last unofficial day of summer brought out plenty of people to Lake Martin.
Labor Day Barbecue is a tradition for Greek Orthodox Church in Montgomery
Since 1948, Montgomery's Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church has brought its flavorful Labor Day Barbecue to people in the Capital City.
What the Tech: When should you upgrade your phone?
There’s always a lot of excitement when a new phone is released, but should you join the upgrade frenzy?
What the Tech: How to get rid of zombie programs and apps
Zombie apps and programs compromise your privacy, drain your battery, and clutter your phone. Here's how to get rid of them!
Man killed in Chilton County car crash
A man has been killed in a one-car crash on Interstate 65 in Chilton County.
WAKA Action 8 News' General Manager retires after 51 years at the station
Vice President and General Manager Mark Smith, the man who helped guide and shape WAKA Action 8 News for the past 51 years, is retiring to begin a new chapter in his life.
Campaign 2024: Trump issues statement from Gold Star families defending Arlington National Cemetery visit
Former President Donald Trump's campaign has issued a statement from the Gold Star military families who invited him to Arlington National Cemetery, saying it's Vice President Kamala Harris who is politicizing fallen U.S. service members.
Campaign 2024: Harris calls Trump's appearance at Arlington a "political stunt" that "disrespected sacred ground"
Vice President Kamala Harris said former President Donald Trump “disrespected sacred ground” in his recent appearance at Arlington National Cemetery.
Autauga County voters to consider tax increase for schools
Voters in Autauga County will soon decide whether to raise the property tax to help their school system.
Prattville Fire Chief Terry Brown honored as he enters retirement
The Prattville Fire Department held a surprise ceremony at Station 4 to dedicate the station to Fire Chief Terry Brown, who is retiring after 37 years.
Busted water main leaves Selma elementary school without water
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A busted water main leads to an extra-long Labor Day weekend -- for students at a Selma elementary school. Low water pressure at Sophia P. Kingston Elementary School -- forced school officials to make several…
