Baptist Health, Trenholm State Launch Nursing Partnership
A new nursing education partnership has been announced between Baptist Health and Trenholm State Community College.
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Montgomery County Officials Announce Summer Youth Programs
Montgomery County leaders have announced plans for youth activities this summer.
Hollywood Writers Begin Strike, Late-Night Shows to Go Dark
Television and movie writers soured by Hollywood's low pay in the streaming era have gone on strike.
Singer-Songwriter Gordon Lightfoot Dies at 84
Gordon Lightfoot, the singer-songwriter known for “If You Could Read My Mind" and "Sundown” as well as many other hits, died Monday.
Perry Co. Children Get Free Eyecare Treatment in Marion
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Over a hundred Perry County school children could soon be seeing things a lot more clearly -- after getting free eye care treatment Monday in Marion. Norene Heard of…
Montgomery Area Food Bank Provides Service Across Much of Alabama
May first marks the beginning of Child Hunger Month-- today we got a first hand glance at what the Montgomery area food bank is doing to help fight hunger across the state
Montgomery Man Struck, Killed by SUV
A Montgomery man has been killed after being hit by an SUV.
CrimeStoppers Tip Leads Police to Montgomery Fugitive Suspect
Montgomery police say an anonymous tip to Central Alabama CrimeStoppers has helped them capture fugitive Lakeisha Hawkins.
Damaged Macon County Bridge Closed for Repairs
A bridge in Macon County has been closed for repairs.
More Alabamians Eligible for WIC Benefits
Alabama has raised the income guidelines for WIC (Women, Infants and Children) benefits, which means more people qualify for help.
Aerosmith Announces Farewell Tour
Aerosmith will be touring a city near you for the last time to celebrate the rock band's 50-plus years together.
8 ON YOUR SIDE: Tuesday Morning Closing All Stores
Tuesday Morning, the discount home goods retailer, has announced that it is closing all stores after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection earlier this year.
Opelika Police Need Help Solving Cold Case Homicide
Opelika police need your help identifying a homicide victim from 1990.
UPDATE: Judge Denies Trump Lawyer Request for a Mistrial in Rape Case
Former President Donald Trump's attorney had requested a mistrial Monday in his client’s rape case, saying the judge overseeing the civil proceedings in federal court has ruled in a biased manner against Trump.
8 ON YOUR SIDE: Gold Medal Flour Recalled Nationwide
General Mills has issued a nationwide recall of its bleached and unbleached flour.
"Super Mario Bros. Movie" Hits $1 Billion, is No. 1 for 4 Weeks
It's still Mario Time at the box office.
U.S. Army Grounds Aviation Training Units after Fatal Crashes
A team from Ft. Novosel in Alabama will help investigate a recent crash in Alaska.
Man Shot and Killed in Selma
Selma police are investigating the city's 11th murder of the year.
Funeral Held for Fourth Victim of Dadeville Mass Shooting
The funeral has been held for Shaunkivia "KeKe" Smith, one of the four people killed in the mass shooting in Dadeville.
Man Shot at Intersection of Monticello Drive and East Shirley Lane in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a man injured.
Bill Would Put Limits on Drag Shows in Alabama
Alabama has joined states trying to limit drag shows after legislation was filed that would prohibit the performances in public places where children are present.
Crime Victims Remembered at Vigil in Downtown Montgomery
A vigil was held in downtown Montgomery to remember the victims of crime and to support their families.
Camden Brothers Arrested After Courtroom Attack
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two Wilcox County men are facing charges after one of them attacks a murder suspect in court. Brothers Darryl and Michael Higgenbottom were arrested Thursday morning-- at the Johnson-Hale…
WAKA 8 Presents River Region Healthy Living Expo at Eastdale Mall
It's that time of year again as WAKA teams up area health professionals to help you live better and be health aware.
UPDATE: 15-Year-Old Suspect Held without Bond in Dadeville Mass Shooting
The 15-year-old who is one of six suspects in the Dadeville mass shooting is being held without bond.
