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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…
Coach Nick Saban's mother passes away at 92
The mother of legendary Alabama football coach Nick Saban has died at the age of 92.
Alexander City Schools, CACC closed Friday due to storm damage, power outages
A strong storm has led to power outages in Alexander City and forced some schools to close.
Campaign 2024: In first interview of presidential campaign, Harris defends shifting from some liberal positions
Vice President Kamala Harris defended shifting away from her some of her more liberal positions in her first major television interview of her presidential campaign, but insisted her “values have not changed.”
Campaign 2024: Trump promises universal coverage for in vitro fertilization; suggests he'll vote against Florida abortion measure
Former President Donald Trump says that, if he wins a second term, he wants to make IVF treatment free for women.
Man dies after being shot on Federal Drive in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a man has died after being shot on Federal Drive.
Scams on the Rise in South Alabama
Local scams are on the rise with people trying their best to tug at the heart strings of unsuspecting people all in an attempt to steal money.
Marion woman raises safety concerns following school fight
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Marion woman says three students jumped her 14-year-old daughter at school earlier this month. But the punishment they got -- was like a slap on the wrist. Cellphone…
What's Happening: August 30-September 2
You have a lot of ways to enjoy the long Labor Day weekend in the River Region!
Two men arrested in Troy shooting investigation
Troy police say they've arrested two men following a shooting that happened earlier this month.
Federal appeals court allows Alabama to enforce its ban on puberty blockers, hormones for transgender children
A federal appeals court has refused to reconsider a decision allowing Alabama to enforce its ban on treating transgender minors with puberty blockers and hormones.
Lowndes County Head Start Helping Students Increase Reading Literacy
Literacy among Alabama students is a growing concern across the state. The Lowndes County Board of Education is hoping to curb this concern by equipping students with necessary reading fundamentals.
Dallas Co. authorities arrest 5 bingo hall burglary suspects
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Five men from Bessemer are arrested for burglary in Dallas County -- after they're caught inside a bingo hall -- that was recently shut down by authorities. Sgt. Kenny…
FBI releases photos, new information in Trump assassination attempt
The FBI has released new photos from its investigation into the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump and new details on the shooter.
U.S. Supreme Court won't reinstate Biden's student loan forgiveness plan
The U.S. Supreme Court kept on hold the latest multibillion-dollar student loan forgiveness plan from the Biden administration.
