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Dallas Co. Man Critically Injured in Shooting in Beloit Community
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Authorities in Dallas County are investigating a shooting that has left a Beloit man critically injured.
Macon Co. "Operation Tiger" Leads to 44 Arrests
A total of 44 arrests in two days- that's the result of an operation in Macon County involving more than 15 agencies.
Law Enforcement Trains On Working With Autism Community
Most of these officers from a wide range of agencies have more than likely come into contact with a member of the autism community already. The Center for Disease Control says one out every 68 children in the US is diagnosed somewhere on the autism spectrum.
Federal Court: State Can't Force Poarch Creek Casinos to Close
A federal appeals court has ruled against Alabama's effort to close casinos run by the Poarch Band of Creek Indians.
Gov. Bentley Releases Agenda Details for Second Special Session
Gov. Robert Bentley has released details of what he wants the Alabama Legislature to tackle in the second special session.
AG Industry, Food and Safety could be in Jeopardy with more State Budget Cuts
It's a more than 70 billion dollar industry that keeps Alabama growing.
Canadian Counsel General Visits CGI in Troy
You may not know Canada is Alabama's number one customer. And more than 100 thousand jobs in the state depend on trade and investment with Canada.
Grade Changing Hearing Held for Lee High School Principal Dr. Pharrams
A well-liked Montgomery Public Schools principal is in the hot seat over allegations of grade changing.
Selma Barbeque Spot Wins Top Honors in Alabama Barbeque Battle
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The hickory smoke has cleared in the Alabama Barbeque Battle -- and a barbeque spot in Selma walks away with one of the top honors.
Gov. Bentley Speaks about Divorce Publicly for the First Time
Gov. Robert Bentley says his divorce is a private matter and thanked people for their prayers in what he described as a "difficult time."
Ford Plans to Introduce Lottery Bill in Special Session
House Minority Leader Rep. Craig Ford (D-Gadsden) says he plans to introduce a lottery bill during the special session of the Legislature.
Woman Killed in Lowndes County Wreck
Alabama State Troopers say a woman from Letohatchee has been killed in a wreck in Lowndes County.
Gov. Bentley Making First Public Appearances Since Divorce Filing
Gov. Robert Bentley is making his first public appearances since his wife filed for divorce last week.
City Breaks Ground on Phase 2 of Lanier Place on Westside
The dirt is moving and construction is underway for phase two of Lanier Place off E.D. Nixon Avenue.
Second Special Session Called, Will Lawmakers Pass a Budget this Time?
In exactly one week, lawmakers will reconvene for a third time to try to pass a general fund budget.
Road Improvement Projects Underway in the City of Marion
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- State workers are finishing up a major road improvement project in Marion -- and city leaders say more road improvements are on the way.
Montgomery Neighborhoods Increase Use of Surveillance Cameras
Neighborhoods across the nation are looking for new ways to put criminals behind bars and surveillance cameras are their weapon of choice.
Tuskegee University Launches Bike Share Program
Tuskegee University students now have a new way to get around campus. Today, the university launched its bike share program.
Gov. Robert Bentley Calls Second Special Session on General Fund Budget
Gov. Robert Bentley is calling a special session next week to try once again to pass a state budget.
Capitol Hyundai High School Highsman: Nathan Rourke
Edgewood QB becomes first candidate for High School Highsman for the Alabama News Network.
Low Gas Prices Expected to Impact Roadways for Labor Day Weekend
The Labor Day weekend is coming up and AAA is predicting more cars on the roadways this year.
Future of Historic St. James Hotel in Hands of Selma City Council
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The future of the historic St. James Hotel in downtown Selma could be decided by Selma city leaders in the coming weeks.
FBI Doubles Reward in 1995 Selma Killing
AP-AL--1995 Slaying-Reward FBI doubles reward in 1995 slaying in Selma Eds: APNewsNow. The FBI is doubling the reward for information that leads to the arrest of a man wanted in a killing that happened in 1995 in Selma.
Gov. Robert Bentley Addresses "Distractions" with Cabinet
Gov. Robert Bentley, whose wife has filed for divorce, says he will not let "distractions" get in the way of his push for policy and budget changes in the state. )
