49 Die in House Fires this Winter
State fire officials say more Alabamians died this winter because of improper use of heating appliances and other issues.
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Study Looks Smartphone Usage Around Children
A new study looks at how parents and caregivers use smartphones around children.
Drug Could Prolong Lives of Cancer Patients
The drug erlotinib may help prolong the lives of patients with cervical cancer.
Blood Test Could Detect Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers at Georgetown University say they’ve come up with a blood test that can predict if a healthy person will develop cognitive decline or Alzheimer’s disease within three years.
House Budget Seeks to do Away with Teacher Bonus
A House committee will consider a new version of the education budget that does away with a teacher bonus and instead puts the money toward education employees’ health insurance.
Montgomery Police Investigating Homicide
The Montgomery Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation after a body was found this morning on the Atlanta Highway.
This Week in the Legislature
It was a busy week for lawmakers, covering topics from abortion to the education budget.
Keselowski Edges Junior On Last Lap In Las Vegas
Brad Keselowski surged ahead on the final lap when Dale Earnhardt Jr. ran out of fuel, claiming a dramatic victory Sunday in the NASCAR race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Lady Vols Top Kentucky 71-70 In Final
Meighan Simmons scored 17 points and No. 6 Tennessee edged 12th-ranked Kentucky 71-70 on Sunday to win another SEC tournament championship.
State Constitution Revisions Causing Controversy
The Alabama Supreme Court is divided over whether the state Legislature is acting legally by rewriting the state Constitution a few portions at a time.
