WAKA honored with two ABBY Awards from the Alabama Broadcasters Association
WAKA Action 8 News has received two ABBY Awards for excellence from the Alabama Broadcasters Association.
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Hundreds come out to "Politics in the Park" candidate forum in Pine Level
Many local and state officials gathered in Pine Level to campaign and talk with eligible voters Saturday.
Attorney General's Office Building in Montgomery to be named in honor of Gov. Kay Ivey
As Gov. Kay Ivey marks nine years in office, a prominent state government building in downtown Montgomery will be named in her honor.
Lawmakers Cite Memories And Mold In Farewell To Alabama State House
Lawmakers reflected on their time inside the Alabama State House, as they shared both fond memories and concerns about its condition.
What grade would lawmakers give the 2026 Alabama legislative session?
The 2026 session of the Alabama Legislature has ended, so what grade would lawmakers give to their performance?
Dog tethering bill passes Alabama House with changes
The House approved the new bill with the amendments 69-23 with 9 abstentions.
Christians gather across the world for Easter Sunday
Churches were filled with worshipers Sunday as Christians celebrated the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Police: Suspects in Interstate 65 chase abandoned children
Investigators involved in a chase on Interstate 65 southward from Calera into our area say the suspects abandoned four children as they tried to make their getaway.
Gov. Kay Ivey presents Easter message to Alabama
Gov. Kay Ivey is sharing her Easter message to the people of Alabama, reflecting on the hope, renewal and promise of this sacred season.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Gov. Kay Ivey released from hospital, returns to Governor's Mansion
Gov. Kay Ivey has returned back to the Governor’s Mansion following her successful medical procedure at Baptist Medical Center South in Montgomery.
Gov. Kay Ivey undergoes minor medical procedure
The Governor's Office has announced that Gov. Kay Ivey has undergone a minor medical procedure at a Montgomery hospital.
Alabama Legislature passes bill to improve safety at camps for children
Supporters were at the Alabama State House to urge lawmakers to pass the Sarah Marsh Heaven's 27 Camp Safety Act.
Gov. Kay Ivey orders flags lowered for Alabama service members killed in plane crash
Gov. Kay Ivey has ordered that flags be lowered to half-staff in memory of three service members stationed in Alabama who were killed in the crash of a refueling jet in Iraq.
Alabama Forestry Commission issues fire restrictions due to weather conditions
It usually happens in the fall, but the Alabama Forestry Commission has issued springtime fire restrictions due to current weather conditions.
Doctors association wants Alabama Legislature to allow more emergency allergy treatment in schools
The Medical Association of Alabama wants the legislature to give final approval to a bill to expand the types of medicines available to schools to treat severe allergic reactions.
Lawsuit accuses University of Alabama of censorship in ending two student magazines
Some students at the University of Alabama have filed a federal lawsuit challenging the suspension of two student-run magazines — one primarily focused on Black students and another on women’s issues.
Alabama to celebrate America's 250th anniversary at American Village in Montevallo
The State of Alabama will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United State with two days of events at American Village in Montevallo.
Police: Death of University of Alabama student in Spain likely an accident
University of Alabama student James “Jimmy” Gracey died off the coast of Spain in what police are saying was likely an accident.
Body of missing University of Alabama student found in waters off of Spain
The search for a missing University of Alabama student has come to a heartbreaking end in Spain.
Clergy group speaks out against bills on prayer, Ten Commandments in Alabama public schools
Members of the Interfaith Alliance of Central Alabama held a rally outside the Alabama State House to oppose bills involving religion in schools.
Alabama to honor 250th birthday of America with trees
While America plans to honor the 250th anniversary of the founding of the country this summer, Alabama wants to remember this occasion with the planting of trees statewide.
Alabama basketball star Aden Holloway arrested on drug charge
Alabama basketball starting guard Aden Holloway was arrested today on a drug possession charge.
Auburn University graduate Maj. Alex Klinner among six Air Force members killed in aircraft crash
A pilot who graduated from Auburn University was among the six U.S. Air Force members killed in a refueling aircraft crash this week in Iraq. He and two others were stationed in Birmingham.
Routine traffic stops by law enforcement uncover massive mail theft operation in Montgomery targeting people and businesses
The operation involved four primary conspirators who recruited others to steal mail from residential mailboxes and U.S. Postal Service collection boxes.
Gov. Kay Ivey signs new law to crack down on truckers who don't know English
Gov. Kay Ivey has signed a new law to crack down on commercial truck drivers who don't know English as a way to improve highway safety.
