NCAA Sets Attendance Record At Final Four
Dallas set a new weekend attendance mark with 158,682 attending the three NCAA tournament games, 9,006 more than last year in Atlanta.
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Greek Integration Resolution Approved at Univ. of Alabama
Student leaders at the University of Alabama have approved a resolution supporting the full integration of the school’s fraternities and sororities.
New Law Strengthens Welfare Requirements
Alabama has enacted new laws setting stricter requirement for welfare, including requiring applicants to apply for three jobs before getting aid.
New Drug Could Prevent Flu Deaths
Canadian researchers are experimenting with a drug that helps mice survive lethal doses of influenza.
Cancer Drug Could Help Diabetes
A cancer drug may help diabetics.
Serious Sports Training Could Lead to Injury
A new study shows young athletes who specialize in one sport are more likely to suffer serious overuse injuries.
No Romantic Evidence Can Be Used In Former Senator’s Trial
A Fort Payne judge says prosecutors in the trial of former state Sen. Lowell Barron and campaign aide Jill Johnson can present evidence that their relationship was more than professional, but they can’t discuss whether the relationship was romantic.
Gov. Bentley Signs Education Budget Without Raise
Gov. Robert Bentley has signed the education budget for the next fiscal year despite his clash with legislative leaders over the lack of a teacher pay raise.
Alabama Retail Association Makes Endorsements
One of the state’s largest business groups, the Alabama Retail Association, has endorsed Gov. Robert Bentley and Lt. Gov. Kay Ivey for re-election.
Prattville Man Dies in Motorcycle Accident
A Prattville has died after a two-vehicle accident in Montgomery County.
