Montgomery Police Investigating Shooting
Montgomery police investigate an early-morning shooting.
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State Employees May Get Bonus
State employees may end up with a one-time pay bonus of $400 in the new fiscal year beginning Oct. 1.
Legislature Approves Education Budget Without Teacher Pay Raise
The Alabama house has approved an education budget that does not include a teacher’s pay raise.
Lethal Injection Drug Bill Passes Committee
Alabama lawmakers are getting close to approving a bill that would keep secret the identities of manufacturers and suppliers of lethal injection drugs used in state executions.
Sen. Jeff Sessions Discusses River Region Issues at “Eggs and Issues” Breakfast
Alabama Senator Jeff Sessions is in Montgomery discussing issues impacting the River Region.
Lethal Injection Drugs Committee Approves Secrecy for Execution Drugs
Alabama lawmakers are getting close to approving a bill that would keep secret the identities of manufacturers and suppliers of lethal injection drugs used in state executions.
Alabama Man Convicted in Wife’s Slaying
An Etowah County man faces life without parole after being convicted of capital murder in the strangulation of his wife.
Researchers Discover Dark Chocolate’s Health Benefit
You’ve probably heard that dark chocolate is good for you, but now scientists say they can pinpoint why.
New Drug Slows Multiple Sclerosis
An inexpensive, cholesterol-lowering drug may help slow the progression of multiple sclerosis according to a new study in “The Lancet.”
Fried Foods More Fattening for Some People
Fried foods can be twice as unhealthy for people who are genetically predisposed to obesity, according to Harvard researchers.
