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.
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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.
Tornado Damage Won't Stop Bridge Crossing Jubilee
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee is only a week away -- and organizers say the event will go on -- despite the damage the January 12th tornado caused in…
Safe from the Storm: Dixie Alley Becoming Tornado Hotbed
In Alabama and other parts of what's called "Dixie Alley," tornado season now appears to be running from the end of October through mid-May.
What's Happening: February 24-26
There are plenty of events happening across the River Region for you to check out this weekend.
Montgomery Police Make Murder Arrest after Man's Death
Montgomery police have charged a person with murder following a man's death.
Walgreens Closes Store on West Fairview Avenue
Walgreens has one fewer location in Montgomery.
Whataburger Coming to Prattville
Whataburger has announced that it will be opening a location in Prattville.
Sales Tax Holiday Weekend: February 24-26
From Friday, February 24 through Sunday, February 26, you can buy supplies and equipment to get you ready for severe weather season without having to pay state sales tax. Some cities and counties are also dropping their taxes on these items.
UPDATE: Suspected Gun That Led to School Lockdowns in Eclectic Was a Bluetooth Device
Eclectic Police Chief Richard Head told WAKA 8 Thursday morning that the suspected gun that led to school lockdowns on Wednesday was actually just a Bluetooth device.
15-Year-Old from Auburn Charged with Making Terrorist Threat
Auburn police say a 15-year-old has been arrested and charged with making a terrorist threat.
18-Year-Old Killed in Pike County Crash
An 18-year-old has been killed in a one-car crash in Pike County.
Prattville Firefighters Battle House Fire
Prattville firefighters spent much of Wednesday afternoon battling a house fire.
Selma City Council Reinstates Police Chief
The Selma City Council has reinstated Police Chief Kenta Fulford during a special called meeting and against the mayor's wishes.
Univ. of Alabama: Brandon Miller Not a Suspect in Shooting, Remains on Basketball Team
The University of Alabama said that leading scorer Brandon Miller remains an “active member” of the No. 2-ranked Crimson Tide and is not considered a suspect in a fatal shooting that took place near campus last month.
Elmore County High School Placed on Soft Lockdown Wednesday
Elmore County High School and other schools in Eclectic were placed on soft lockdown Wednesday after police got a report that someone had seen two juveniles with a gun on the streets of Eclectic.
Police: Woman Shot in Selma in Domestic Violence Incident
A woman has been shot in Selma in what police are calling a domestic violence incident.
Reaction to Mayor Reed's Audio Recording, Allegation of Extortion Attempt
WAKA 8 hit the streets of Montgomery to get your reaction to the ongoing story involving the audio clips of Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed and his allegation that a community leader used them as part of an extortion attempt.
Alabama Prison Chief Says Lack of Staffing Remains Top Issue
The head of Alabama's prison system says staffing remains “the number one issue” and is looking to a combination of outsourcing and pay and benefit changes to increase the number of officers.
UPDATE: Bones Found in Submerged Car in Chambers County Matched to Man Missing Since 1976
Human bones found inside a submerged car in Chambers County in 2021 have been matched to a college student who had been missing for 47 years, according to a Georgia sheriff.
