Man Accused in “Critterman” Murder Plot to Get New Trial
A man convicted of the murder of Ralph McNeil, also known as “Skip the Critterman” will get a new trial.
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
ASU Bars New President from Campus Cohabitation
An Alabama university is barring its new president from living with any romantic interest in the campus home provided her as long as she remains unmarried.
Superintendent: Alabama Graduation Rate Hits Record
Alabama’s state school superintendent says the graduation rate for the Class of 2013 rose to a record 80 percent.
Reality Shows Lead to A Reduction in Teen Pregnancy
Two reality shows about teen moms may have actually led to a reduction in teen pregnancy.
Probiotics Can Help Prevent Gastrointestinal Oroblems in Infants
Researchers in Italy say feeding probiotics to infants three months old and younger could help prevent gastrointestinal problems including colic and acid reflux.
Survey: Americans With Kids are Happier
A Princeton study finds people with kids at home are a little more satisfied with life than Americans who do not have children living with them.
Two Charged With Animal Cruelty in Dog Hanging Case
Prosecutors in central Alabama say two people accused of hanging a puppy at a house in Valley Grande have been charged with animal cruelty.
Alabama Hires USC Defensive Line Coach Bo Davis
Southern California defensive line coach Bo Davis is leaving to work at Alabama six days after his hiring.
Two Common Bills That Never Get Passed
The legislative session starts tomorrow and two hot topics are expected to make their way to the State House…again — A bill to start a lottery and one to drop the state sales tax on groceries.
Alabama’s Courts Could Face Cuts, Layoffs
With lawmakers returning to the state house tomorrow, it’s time to talk budgets.
And Chief Justice Roy Moore, who’s the head of Alabama’s court system, says he needs more to work with.
