Lawmakers React To Prisons, Grocery Tax In State Of The State Address
In his state of the state address, the Governor Robert Bentley said he wants to get rid of the state food tax. That's been something that democrats have pushed for…
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Bentley Pushed Prison Plan in State of the State Address
Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley used his State of the State address to push for his $800 million prison construction plan, saying overcrowding and understaffing had proven a "deadly combination" within prison walls. The governor is proposing an $800 million bond…
One Dead, One Behind Bars After Pool Hall Shooting in Pine Hill
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Wilcox County man is dead and another is behind bars after a shooting at a pool hall in Pine Hill. Thirty-three year old Niko Bizzell…
Growing Greenville: How to Move Big Businesses into a Small Town
Moving large businesses into smaller towns isn't easy. Greenville Mayor Dexter McLendon says economic development can be hard, but it's one of his favorite parts of the job. He says marketing smaller…
Grassroots Movement Rallies Outside Of State House
Members of Moral Movement Alabama, formally known as Moral Monday, gathered outside of the Alabama State House Tuesday afternoon to voice their opinions on several bills up for vote this legislative…
The Latest on Severe Weather in the Deep South
The Latest on severe weather in the Deep South (all times local): 1:30 p.m. New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu says a tornado that hit New Orleans injured about three dozen people and damaged about 300 properties along a 2-…
Pike County's New Animal Shelter Accepting Animals
It's now a little easier for pets in Pike County to find forever homes. The Pike Animal Shelter is finally accepting animals, now that the city's pound is closed. Right…
Murder Conviction Upheld for Andalusia Man
Attorney General Luther Strange announced that the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals on Friday upheld the murder conviction of Clarence Alvin Norris. Norris, 56, of Andalusia, was convicted in January of 2016 for the murder of his brother, Cleve Norris.…
GOP Lawmakers to Meet with Black College Leaders
Republicans are planning to meet with leaders of leaders of historically black colleges and universities in the nation's capital to discuss ways to help the schools survive in challenging times. The meeting will bring leaders from the nation's 100-plus HBCUs…
State Auditor Against Governor's Prison Plan
State Auditor Jim Zeigler rallied supporters Tuesday to oppose Governor Robert Bentley's prison plan. Ziegler says the plan will hurt taxpayers. "The Bentley plan will in-debt the taxpayers for over…
MPS Teacher Charged with Engaging in Sex with Student
Montgomery police say they have arrested Latasia Taylor-Hunter on Monday, Feb. 6. Police say Hunter has been charged with School Employee Engaging in Sex with a Student Under 19 Years of Age. Following her arrest, Hunter was placed in the…
Landfill Owner Drops Defamation Lawsuit Against Uniontown Residents
The owner of a landfill in a small Alabama city has dropped a defamation lawsuit filed against residents who used social media to voice their opposition to the disposing of coal ash at the site. The American Civil Liberties Union,…
Bentley Seeks 4 Percent Raise for State Workers
Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley is using the first day of the legislative session to propose a 4-percent pay raise for state employees, a figure that immediately drew skepticism from some lawmakers over whether the state could afford it. Finance Director…
Central Alabama Community Foundation Awards Third 30th Anniversary Surprise Grant
This year the Central Alabama Community Foundation (CACF) is celebrating 30 years since its founding in 1987, by a group of civic leaders who had a vision to provide long-term financial support for nonprofit agencies in our community. To commemorate…
Obamas Join Richard Branson for Private Island Getaway
Former President Barack Obama, and his wife, Michelle, have spent some time vacationing with Richard Branson since leaving the White House. The Virgin Group founder put up a blog post with pictures and video of the ex-president kitesurfing off one…
Sarkisian Out as Alabama Offensive Coordinator
The Atlanta Falcons have hired Steve Sarkisian as their new offensive coordinator. The move was announced Tuesday, less than 24 hours after Kyle Shanahan left to become head coach of the San Francisco 49ers. Sarkisian took over as Alabama's offensive…
Senate Confirms DeVos as Education Secretary
The Senate has confirmed school choice activist Betsy DeVos as Education secretary, with Vice President Mike Pence breaking a 50-50 tie. The Senate historian says it was the first time a vice president had to break a tie on a…
ASU Board of Trustees Elects New Board Chairman
The Alabama State University Board of Trustees (BOT) elected Trustee Alfreda Green of Huntsville, Ala. as its new chairwoman. Green succeeds Trustee Ralph Ruggs. Trustee Angela McKenzie is the BOT's vice chairwoman. Green joined the Board in May, 2010 and is a 1980 graduate of Alabama State…
Bentley to Give Annual State of the State Address
Gov. Robert Bentley is expected to push his prison construction plan in his State of the State speech on the opening day of the legislative session. The governor will address lawmakers Tuesday night in the annual televised address. The administration…
Golden Apple: Tanya Williams
Our Golden Apple Award winner this week comes from the Marengo County School System in West Alabama. As a 3rd grade teacher at K4-12 Sweet Water High School, Tanya…
ADOC Pushes for Prison Consolidation
The Alabama Department of Corrections will be pushing a proposal this legislative session to help Alabama's prison overcrowding problem. The plan to consolidate 14 of Alabama's 16 maximum and medium security prisons into…
2017 Legislative Session Set to Begin
The 2017 Legislative Session is about to begin Tuesday, February 7th. Lt. Governor Kay Ivey says prison reform will be a top issue. "The average citizen needs to know that…
Repeat, Violent Offender Facing Rape Charges in Two Counties
Willie Fred Jenkins of Greenville was arrested early February and is facing charges of rape, sodomy, and kidnapping in…
Two Men Found Dead in Mosses
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A double homicide investigation is underway in Lowndes County after two men are found dead in the town of Mosses. Investigators say 36 year old…
