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.
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
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.
Neigbors Fight Walmart Coming to former Bonnie Crest Country Club
The controversy continues to swirl around the possibility of a new Walmart grocery store coming to Montgomery.
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.
Ala. Woman Convicted for Shooting at State Trooper
Alabama’s attorney general says a Perry County woman has been convicted of attempted murder for firing a rifle at a state trooper.
Montgomery Fire and Rescue Recognized for Outstanding Service
The city of Montgomery fire and rescue department is being recognized for it’s outstanding service to the community.
Newborn Baby was Found in a Trash Can
Authorities in Perry county say a newborn baby was found in a trash can.
Montgomery Co. School Board Selects New President Tonight
The Montgomery County School Board will be selecting a new school board president tonight. The board’s newest member, Lesa Keith, was sworn in last week. She talked with Alabama News Network about her goals:
