Tommy Merrick Wins Special Election for Prattville City Council
Thomas "Tommy" Merrick has won a special election for a seat on the Prattville City Council.
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Safe from the Storm: Protecting Yourself from Overnight Storms
Severe weather can be especially deadly when it hits in the overnight hours when you are asleep. But with these tips, you can keep you and your family safe.
Pay It Forward: Jimmie Ricks of Tallassee
As long as Jimmie Ricks has lived in his community, he has helped take care of others. He worked in the textile mill, which is closed now, and helped provide for not only his family but extended family as wel
What the Tech? How to Protect Your Phone's Passcode
See how easy it is for someone to steal the passcode to your phone, which may allow them to steal money from you.
President Biden to Attend Bridge Crossing Jubilee
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- President Joe Biden will be attending the annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee in Selma this year. Details of the visit haven't been announced yet. But he's expected to be in…
Sunny and Warm Tuesday; Strong/Severe Storms Wed-Fri
While Tuesday is nice and sunny, the threat for strong to severe storms exists over the next several days... #alwx
President Biden Plans to Visit Selma for Bridge Crossing Jubilee
President Joe Biden plans to be in Selma for the annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee.
Pike Road Football Coach Ed Rigby Resigns After One Season
Sources at Pike Road High School confirm that Ed Rigby has resigned as Head Football Coach of the Patriots.
Deatsville Man Faces Sexual Abuse Charges Involving Juvenile Family Member
Millbrook police say they've arrested a man who's accused of sexual abuse involving a juvenile family member.
Bridge Crossing Jubilee: List of Events
Selma is preparing to welcome thousands of people for the annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee, which pays tribute to Bloody Sunday and the Selma-to-Montgomery civil rights marches of 1965.
Motorcyclist Dies in Montgomery Crash
Montgomery police say a motorcyclist has been killed in a crash with another vehicle.
WATCH: "Making History Today" a WAKA 8 Black History Month Special
WAKA 8 recently presented “Making History Today,” a 30-minute special to celebrate Black History Month. This special profiled many local people who are making a difference in their communities.
Man Killed in Pickup Truck Crash in Georgiana
A man has been killed after crashing the pickup truck he was driving in Georgiana.
Montgomery Man Dies after Being Shot
Montgomery police have launched a homicide investigation after a man died after being shot late Saturday night.
UPDATE: Two Arrested in Shooting That Injured Nine Children in Columbus, Georgia
Police have arrested two people — one just 15 years old — in connection with a shooting in Columbus, Georgia, that left nine children injured.
Pastor, Who's the Half-Brother of Rev. Al Sharpton, Pleads Guilty to Charges in Montgomery Federal Court
An Alabama pastor and voting rights activist, who is the half-brother of the Rev. Al Sharpton, pleaded guilty Friday to federal tax evasion, mail fraud, and drug conspiracy charges.
Montgomery Police: Drug Bust Nets Marijuana, Fentanyl, Stolen Gun
Montgomery police say they have made a major drug bust that has led to a man's arrest.
Safe from the Storm: Protect Your Home Now for Severe Weather
Did you know that your home's garage door can make a difference in whether your home makes it through a severe storm?
What the Tech? U.S. Supreme Court Considering Section 230 and Its Effect on Social Media
A U.S. Supreme Court decision could impact every website and social media platform on the internet.
What the Tech? How to Find a Lost Cell Phone
Apple and Google make it easy for a friend to find your lost cell phone, yet most people don't know this feature even exists.
Prattville Restaurant Ready to Reopen after Fire
Uncle Mick's Cajun Market and Cafe is preparing to reopen after a devastating fire last year.
Bridge Crossing Jubilee Security Preparations Underway
From the West Alabama newsroom-- The annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee is now less than a week away. And local law enforcement is coordinating with federal and state agencies -- to make sure the event…
Gov. Kay Ivey: Alabama Will Resume Executions
An internal review of Alabama's execution procedures is complete and the state will resume lethal injections, Gov. Kay Ivey announced Friday.
Montgomery Man Publishes Book Tracing Family Roots
When Charles Everett IV began writing a letter to his children, it took him down a path that would lead to a published book.
Bill to Change "Good Time" Law Named for Slain Bibb County Deputy
Bibb County Deputy Brad Johnson was shot and killed in 2022 by a man authorities said had his prison sentence shortened under Alabama's good-time behavior incentive law despite escaping from a prison work release center in 2019.
