Coroner, Funeral Home Director Guilty of Theft
Alabama Attorney General Luther Strange says the Elmore County Coroner and a funeral home director have been convicted of theft and ethics violations.
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Alabama First Lady Speaks to International Students on Women’s Issues
Alabama First Lady Dianne Bentley spent time with international students at Auburn University at Montgomery on Thursday in honor of International Women’s Day, which is March 8th.
Prostate Surgery Benefits Younger Men
Younger men with prostate cancer benefit more from surgery than just watching it closely according to a new study in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Saturated Fats Do Not Increase Heart Disease Risk
Saturated fat is getting a bad rap according to an editorial in the journal open heart.
Study Says Alzheimer’s Deaths Underreported
A new study suggests Alzheimer’s disease may kill as many Americans as heart disease and cancer.
Alabama State Supporters Rally Over Budget
Alabama State University students and supporters have rallied in the rain outside the Statehouse to make sure a big budget cut is restored to their university.
Alabama Senate Committee OKs Gun Bill
A Senate committee has approved a proposal to let people carry loaded pistols in their vehicles without a concealed carry permit.
Merry Christmas Bill Nearing Passage in Alabama
The Alabama Legislature is getting close to enacting a law to allow public schools to educate students about the history of traditional winter celebrations and allow student and staff to exchange seasonal greetings.
Fans in Prattville Cheer on Jess Meuse on American Idol
As Jess Meuse took to the stage Wednesday night, friends and supporters gathered at Blue Iguana Bar and Grill to watch Slapout’s hometown girl.
Alabama Senate Committee Approves Gun Bill
A Senate committee has approved a proposal to let people carry loaded pistols in their vehicles without a concealed carry permit.
