From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The newly opened School of Discovery in Selma -- is having meals for its student body -- delivered to the school. School officials say the cafeteria kitchen at…
The rapidly-growing Pike Road school system has announced another expansion to serve its students.
When a car dealership builds a new facility, you can usually expect banners, balloons and bargain deals. A Montgomery car dealership is celebrating its new building, with a twist.
The Alabama Department of Corrections has announced the sentencing of a former officer for his role in a contraband investigation at Kilby Correctional Facility.
Montgomery's Jackson Hospital has announced it is taking the next steps to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Most of the Action 8 viewing area is under an Extreme Heat Warning until 9PM Monday night.
ElevenReader is a free app from AI company ElevenLabs that turns written material into remarkably realistic audio.
Hayden Panettiere has died at age 36. She starred in television series including “Heroes” and “Nashville.” Panettiere’s father, Skip, announced the actor’s death in a statement provided to ABC News Sunday.
The Emore County EMA is opening up several "cooling stations" throughout the county to help residents find a safe, cool place to take shelter during Monday's extreme heat.
August 16, 2026, marks 25 years since 11-year-old Shannon Paulk disappeared from her Prattville neighborhood and was later found dead. A quarter-century later, her killer has still not been caught.
If you heard a familiar voice calling the Montgomery Biscuits game, it was WAKA Action 8 Sports Director Lindsey Bonner, who also made history.
A man has suffered serious injuries after being shot in Montgomery.
The annual Buckmasters Expo is one of the biggest events of the year in Montgomery, giving hunting, fishing and outdoor lovers a place to see the latest gear and watch some exciting events.
Chris' Hotdogs is a landmark Montgomery restaurant institution that has not only celebrated 100 years in business, but now a dramatically improved health score.
Members of five chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution have unveiled a U.S. flag display at the Central Alabama VA Medical Center for visually-impaired veterans.
COFFEE COUNTY, Ala. (WAKA) - A Brundidge man has been killed after crashing an ATV in Coffee County. Alabama State Troopers say 41-year-old Joshua Roberts was riding the ATV at about 1:45AM today when it hit a deer. He was…
Luigi Mangione has pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, admitting that he trailed the executive and gunned him down on a New York City street in 2024.
A Montgomery tradition is back! It's time for Buckmasters weekend!
The event brought together local leaders and supporters to showcase its "United is the Way We Thrive" campaign.
It happened around 11:16 p.m. Wednesday in the 7600 block of Elm Court in Mobile.
Guardian is also getting ready for its annual professional women's golf tournament.
Brantwood Children's Home will be having its "Fore the Love of Our Children" Golf Tournament on September 3 starting at noon at Robert Trent Jones at Capitol Hill in Prattville.
The search resulted in the seizure of approximately 19 pounds of marijuana and $30,000 in cash.
Action 8 News stopped by Pike Road High School's football practice to see how they are making sure players and staff members are safe when outside.
