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Legislator Proposes Electric Chair Use

An Alabama legislator is proposing to bring back the electric chair.

Portraits of Governor George, Lurleen Wallace Removed from Capitol Rotunda

Portraits of governors George and Lurleen Wallace have been removed from the rotunda in the state capitol and relocated to a hallway on the first floor.

Two Shot, Two Arrested After Series of Shootings in Marengo Co.

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two people are shot and two others are behind bars after a series of shootings in Marengo County.

No Extension For Same Sex Marriage Delay

Same sex marriage is one step closer to a reality in Alabama. This after a circuit court rejects an appeal from Attorney General Luther Strange to continue a stay after the state's ban was overturned.

What's Next For The Daniel Pratt Cotton Gin Factory?

Prattville's historic cotton gin has been empty for more than three years now, but now that the historic Prattville redevelopment Authority has bought it, what's next?

Opp Woman is in Custody for Ongoing Child Sex Crimes

An Opp woman is in custody in an ongoing child sex crimes investigation.

CHHS Coping with Third Student Death, Remembers Deja

It's been a year of tragedy at Charles Henderson High School.

Blank says Falcons 'wrong' to Add Fake Crowd Noise to Games

Falcons owner Arthur Blank says he has seen enough of the NFL's investigation of fake crowd noise at Atlanta's home games to acknowledge wrongdoing.

Elmore County Black History Museum Tour

Some local middle schoolers go back in time at the Elmore County Black History Museum in Wetumpka.

Four Star Athlete McGiff Not Expected to Sign With Auburn

Four-star athlete D'anfernee McGriff has decommitted from Auburn and is not expected to sign with the Tigers on national signing day tomorrow. According to 24-7 sports, the 6'1, 230 pound running back from Florida is having a few issues with…

Governor Bentley Says Higher Taxes Are on The Way

Bentley spoke to state legislators and business leaders at a mobile area chamber of commerce luncheon yesterday.

Second Harper Lee Novel to be Published in July

"To Kill a Mockingbird" will not be Harper Lee's only published book after all.

Court Order Clears Way For Same Sex Marriage

A federal appeals court order has cleared the way for same-sex marriages to begin next week in Alabama, with the panel refusing to stay a decision overturning the state's ban.

Should Measles Vaccinations be Mandatory?

Measles are on the rise across the nation and public health officials are urging parents to get their children vaccinated from this highly contagious disease.

Missing Hope

There may finally be some answers for 169 Alabama families with missing loved ones, all thanks to a family who's pushed for action from the state for 11 years.

Alabama Lawmakers Say There Would be Conflict if Gay Marriage Allowed

The Alabama attorney general's office argues the state will be thrown into confusion and conflict if same-sex weddings begin next week.

Is Montgomery Ready for Selma to Montgomery March?

Next month, tens of thousands of people will descend on the capital city for all of the events commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery march.

Phone Scams On the Rise

Scammers are coming up with new ways to take your money, and even your identity. For some all is takes is just one simple phone call.

Sheriff's Deputies Clash With Drone

There are new concerns today over drone technology after an incident with the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office. Deputies are keeping their eyes on the skies after a private drone flew over a crime scene this past friday.

Selma Preparing for Biggest-Ever Bridge Crossing Jubilee Crowd

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Record-breaking crowds are expected to pour into Selma for the 50th anniversary of the Selma Voting Rights Movement -- and preparations are already underway to deal with all the people.