What the Tech: Find the time to update your platforms
Whether you’re home from work on a holiday or spending a rainy weekend inside, find the time to update your platforms.
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What the Tech App of the Day: Planta
For those without a green thumb, see a smartphone app called Planta that will help you care for the plants you have.
Alabama Legislature addressing in vitro fertilization bills
Alabama lawmakers are considering bills that would address a state supreme court ruling that has caused some fertility clinics to suspend services.
Alabama Sen. Katie Britt to deliver Republican response to President Biden’s State of the Union address
Alabama Sen. Katie Britt has been chosen to deliver the Republican Party’s response to President Biden’s State of the Union address.
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed waives fine and fees that are more than 10 years old
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed has signed an executive order that eliminates many municipal fines and fees that have been unpaid for more than ten years.
Wildfire in Texas panhandle now the largest in state history
The Texas agriculture commissioner says the fire could be catastrophic for cattle ranchers. More than 85% of Texas cattle are in the panhandle.
Montgomery man sentenced to federal prison for identity theft, cashing stolen checks
A Montgomery man has been sentenced to 64 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to bank fraud and identity theft.
Elmore County judge appointed to Alabama appeals court
Gov. Kay Ivey has appointed an Elmore County judge to a seat on the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals.
Dining for Charities: Alzheimer’s Association gets $1,813 check
Action 8 News is presenting another Dining for Charities check to a local non-profit.
Rally held at Alabama State House as people urge lawmakers to act on fertility treatments
The rally comes after three of the largest fertility clinics in the state paused in vitro fertilization services following an Alabama Supreme Court ruling that stated that frozen embryos are considered children under state law.
