Committee cuts proposal to exempt overtime pay from income tax
The exemption would end in three years unless extended by lawmakers.
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Alabama lawmakers poised to cut sales tax on food in half
Lawmakers are aiming to give final approval to the bill on Thursday.
Lawmakers approve expansion of private school scholarship program
The measure now goes to Gov. Kay Ivey.
AHSAA in need of more officials
The greatest need for officials are in the areas of track and field, wrestling, soccer and baseball.
Baldwin County girl honored for her service to veterans
The Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs honored Foley-native Harleigh Brockett at a special ceremony in Montgomery Wednesday.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, The Carter Center says
Carter, now 95, remains at home with former President Jimmy Carter, 98, who has been at home receiving hospice care since early this year.
NTSB: Unsafe Speeds Blamed for Fiery Crash that Killed 10 in Butler County
Federal investigators have released a report about a 12-vehicle crash on Interstate 65 that killed 10 people in Butler County in 2021.
Body of Missing Florida Man Found in Creek in Conecuh County
The body of a man who was last seen in Mississippi and reported missing has been found in Conecuh County.
Multiple people injured in shooting, stabbing in Opp Sunday
Officials say around 1:08 a.m., a disturbance started in the HJM Club on Hardin Street.
One-Year-Old Struck, Killed by SUV in Crenshaw County
A one-year-old has died after being struck by an SUV in Crenshaw County.
Butler County Sheriff's Deputies Search for Suspect in Theft of Trailer, 100 Gallons of Gas
The Butler County Sheriff's Office needs your help finding a suspect in the theft of a trailer, other items and 100 gallons of gas.
Alabama education director ousted over book's stance on race
Barbara Cooper was forced out as head of the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education after Ivey expressed concern over the distribution of the book to state-run pre-kindergartens.
Funeral arrangements announced for the victims killed in the Dadeville mass shooting
Dadeville High School will hold a virtual day Monday in honor of the celebration of life service for Dowdell.
Governor Ivey Signs ‘The Game Plan’ Legislation
Supporters said the legislation is needed to allow the state to compete for economic development projects.
WAKA welcomes Lindsey Bonner as its new Sports Director
Lindsey is a native of Cartersville, Georgia, and comes to us from KNOP in North Platte, Nebraska.
CFEA establishes 'Caring for Dadeville Fund'
100% of the funds, minus credit card fees, will be given as grants to organization that are addressing the ongoing needs of victims and community members.
Higher Education Partnerships holds annual Higher Education Day in Montgomery
Students, mascots and advocates representing all of Alabama's 14 public universities were on-hand to help promote the value they bring to the State's economy.
UPDATE: Alert for missing Crenshaw County woman canceled
Authorities believe Ridley might be traveling to Mobile County.
Ft. Rucker Becomes Ft. Novosel at Redesignation Ceremony
WAKA 8 was there when Ft. Rucker was officially redesignated as Ft. Novosel at a U.S. Army ceremony on Monday.
Alabama State Trooper-Involved Shooting Leaves One Dead
A chase involving a state trooper in South Alabama led to gunfire, leaving one person dead and three others hurt, including the state trooper.
Andalusia woman charged in 2021 Coffee County death
52-year-old Robin Fleming has been charged with Criminally Negligent Homicide by Vehicle for the death of 66-year-old John Ira Folmar.
Opp woman sentenced to federal prison for stealing funds from church
Officials say soon after church leaders discovered the fraud, the Brooklyn Congregational Methodist Church closed due to financial hardship and has not reopened.
ADVA partners with Emory Healthcare to bring new resources to Alabama veterans
The partnership helps bridge the gap between the state agency and the program offered by Emory Healthcare.
UPDATE: Search Canceled for Missing Toddler in Montgomery
The search has been canceled for missing toddler 19-month-old Ava Dansby.
Hail Reported in Many Places Across Area
With the storms that hit our area over the past several days, hail was one of the biggest threats.
