Finance Director Suggests Pension Oversight Committee
The state finance director is urging the teachers’ pension system to create a new oversight committee.
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
Golden Apple: Michelle Wheat
It’s that time of week where we honor a local teacher and thank them for everything they do. Today’s Golden Apple Award takes us to Wetumpka Elementary School, where we meet a teacher who says teaching students to give back is part of her goal.
Ala. Sen. Tom Whatley Arrested on Misdemeanor
Republican state Sen. Tom Whatley of Auburn has been arrested on a misdemeanor domestic violence charge.
Moral Monday Movement
Protesters took to the steps of the capital this morning pushing for lawmakers to rethink policies.
2016 Trial Set for Suit Over Alabama Prisoner Care
A lawsuit over medical care and mental health care for Alabama prisoners is set to go to trial in 15 months.
Alabama Given $17.5 Million in Federal Preschool Grants
Alabama is one of 18 states being given federal grants to boost access to preschool programs.
Man Ruled Competent for Trial in Triple Killing
A Lowndes County judge has ruled a man is mentally competent to stand trial on capital murder charges stemming from the slaying of 9-year-old twins and their caretaker.
Alabama Power Expects Rate Increases
Alabama Power Co. officials said the company needs a rate increase partly because of money spent on environmental upgrades.
Lesa Keith Attends First MPS Board Meeting, New Pres. and Vice Pres. Selected
Lesa Keith attends her first Montgomery County Schools board meeting as a board member.
Freshman Lawmakers Learn The Ropes
New lawmakers from across the state got a crash course in their new job today.
It was the first of several days of orientation for the freshmen.
