Man sentenced to 35 years in Montgomery drive-by shooting death
A man convicted of murdering a passenger during a drive-by shooting in Montgomery has been sentenced to 35 years in prison.
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Andalusia man charged with robbing Dollar General
Andalusia police say they've arrested a man in the robbery of the Dollar General on River Falls Street.
Montgomery police investigating business burglary
Montgomery police need your help finding the suspects in the burglary of a business.
The Beatles release their 'final' record with the help of artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence has been used to extract John Lennon's voice from an old demo to create “the last Beatles record,” decades after the band broke up.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: 354,000 Jeeps recalled
Stellantis is recalling more than 354,000 Jeeps worldwide because the rear coil springs can fall off while they're being driven.
Hyundai Boulevard blocked after crash involving train
Alabama State Troopers say the intersection of Hyundai Boulevard and U.S. Highway 331 was blocked in all directions after a crash involving a train.
Trump arrives in Florida for history-making court appearance in classified documents case
Former President Donald Trump has arrived in Florida ahead of a history-making federal court appearance on dozens of felony charges accusing him of illegally hoarding classified documents and thwarting the Justice Department's efforts to get them back.
Pat Sajak announces 'Wheel of Fortune' retirement, says upcoming season will be his last as host
Sajak announced his retirement from the venerable game show in a tweet.
Man critically injured in Midtown Montgomery shooting
Police and fire medics were called around 6:30 p.m. Monday to the 5600 block of Zelda Road Monday.
Auburn police make two more arrests in mail fraud investigation
Auburn police have announced that they have made two more arrests in an ongoing investigation into mail theft and stolen identities.
Montgomery City, County leaders hold public hearings on broadband
As part of the Montgomery Thrive program, the Montgomery County Commission and the City of Montgomery are conducting a broadband study.
UPDATE: More than $26,500 raised for injured Montgomery firefighters
A fundraiser to help five Montgomery firefighters who were injured in a house fire last month was a huge success.
Troy University police arrest Prattville man on burglary charges
A Prattville man faces 18 counts of burglary charges after he was arrested by Troy University police.
17-year-old dies after being shot in Demopolis; man under arrest
Demopolis police say a 17-year-old has died after being shot.
Selma-Dallas Co. Public Library kicks off Summer Fun 2023
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma-Dallas County Public Library kicks off its annual summer program. It features eight weeks of fun summer activities -- for school children of all ages. Summer Fun 2023…
Syphilis Numbers on the Rise in Montgomery
Post pandemic syphilis numbers have risen to near record breaking heights in Montgomery.
ALDOT Director John Cooper arrested in Marshall County
WAKA 8 has learned that the director of the Alabama Department of Transportation has been arrested in Marshall County.
Proposal to end U.S. Senate standoff over military promotions and abortion policy goes nowhere
There appears to be no end to a Senate standoff that has delayed the promotions of more than 200 military officers and could delay the confirmation of President Biden’s pick for chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Mississippi state senator arrested near Foley on DUI charge
A Mississippi state senator has been arrested near the Alabama Gulf Coast for driving under the influence on a highway, authorities announced.
Brundidge couple charged with stealing money from post office
A postal employee and her husband are charged with stealing money from the Brundidge Post Office.
Severe Storms Likely Sunday Night Through Monday Morning
An area of low pressure in the mid-level of the atmosphere and a surface cold front approaching our region from Tennessee tonight, will likely trigger some severe thunderstorms across central and south Alabama. The timing of these storms will mainly…
Juvenile shot in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a juvenile male injured.
U.S. confirms China has had a spy base in Cuba since at least 2019
China has been operating a spy base in Cuba since at least 2019, according to a Biden administration official.
Annual motorcycle ride held in Lowndes County in memory of Sheriff "Big John" Williams
The 4th annual Motorcycle Memorial Scholarship Fund Ride in memory of Lowndes County Sheriff "Big John" Williams was held in Hayneville Saturday.
First-ever MGM Runway 5K held at Montgomery Regional Airport
Runners got the chance to hit the pavement and see aircraft at the first-ever MGM Runway 5K.
