Residents Meet to Discuss New Plan for W. Fairview Avenue
The Montgomery city planning commission held a public meeting today to lay out plans to renovate West Fairview Avenue.
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Gov. Bentley Looking for Long-Term Budget Fix
Alabama lawmakers will face another grim budget outlook when they return to Montgomery next year and Gov. Robert Bentley says he wants their ideas for long-term solutions instead of a one-year money fix.
Schools Invest Millions Preparing For SEC Network
The Southeastern Conference’s new network debuts Thursday, promising more than 1,000 live events this year and a reach that includes most major television providers.
Pike Road Looks Ahead To Next School Year
Thousands of students are back to school in Montgomery County.
But one year from now, a new school district will change the map for students in the area.
Greenville Police Searching For Credit Card Theft Suspect
Greenville Police need your help identifying a woman who stole credit cards from a mother stopping for lunch with her family.
Inside Life In Depression
With Depression being a factor in Robin Williams’ death, Alabama News Network is looking deeper into the illness and speaking to an expert and a victim who is trying to move forward.
Appeal Dismissed in Jefferson Co. Commission Race
The Alabama Democratic Executive Committee has dismissed an appeal to challenge the results of a contested Jefferson County Commission primary runoff.
Researchers Identify Gene That May Cause Childhood Cancer
Researchers have identified a gene that may play a role in the development of childhood cancers.
New Research Shows Sleep-Aid Drugs Don’t Have Health Benefits
Shift workers often take drugs to help them stay awake or fall sleep, but new research shows there’s little evidence the drugs provide much benefit.
Osteoporosis Drugs May Not Prevent Brest Cancer
The most-widely used osteoporosis drugs may not protect women from breast cancer.
