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Bentley Said He Wants State's Prekindergarten Program

Gov. Robert Bentley said by the end of his second term that he wants every Alabama 4-year-old to be able to attend the state's voluntary pre-kindergarten program.

Bentley Takes Oath of Office for Second Term

Gov. Robert Bentley has taken the oath of office to begin his second term as governor.

Lt. Gov. Kay Ivey Makes History for Republicans

Kay Ivey has become the first Republican in Alabama history to have two consecutive terms as lieutenant governor.

Weigh-Ins Begin for Scale Back Alabama 2015

Weigh-ins begin for thousands of people participating in Alabama's largest weight-loss program.

Star-Studded Day in Selma as Cast, Crew of Movie "Selma" Walks Edmund Pettus Bridge

Sunday was a huge day in the City of Selma as cast and crew of the Oscar-nominated film gathered to walk across the Edmund Pettus Bridge.

People Flock to see "Selma" in Selma

People are not only going to see the movie "Selma", some are making the point to see "Selma" in the city of Selma.

200+ Rescue Animals Flown From Greenville to Florida

More than 200 dogs, along with some cats, from across the state got the ride of their lives, to save their lives.

A Prattville Man is Dead After a Car Crash

A Prattville man is dead and another is injured after a car crash in Autauga County.

Joe Sedinger Sworn In As Autauga Co. Sheriff

In front of a crowded courtroom, Chief Deputy Joe Sedinger became Sheriff Joe Sedinger. It was standing room only for the official ceremony. "I had a lot of people tell me they were going to be here and I really didn't think this many was going to show up," said Sedinger.

One-On-One With New Montgomery Police Chief Ernest Finley

There's a new police chief in River Region. Montgomery's new police chief, Ernest Finley, started his official first day of work today.

Troy to Offer Unique Accelerated Law Program

Troy University is now the first in the state to offer a unique law school program. It's a partnership between the law schools at Faulkner and Samford Universities with Troy, to give students an accelerated path to their careers.

Andre Brunson Sworn in as Macon County Sheriff

Macon County has a new sheriff for the first time in twenty years, and he's promising a change in law enforcement cooperation in the county.

Oprah joins Hollywood A-Listers to March in Selma Sunday

Oprah, David Oyelowo, rapper Common and Selma film director Ava DuVernay to join others in commemorative march Sunday.

Faulkner University Announces Mike Williams as Next President

Faulkner University announced Friday, Mike Williams, Vice President of Advancement at Harding University has been named its next president.

Gov. Bentley and Peru's Ambassador to the U.S. Sign Memorandum of Understanding

Alabama's governor and Peru's ambassador to the United States are set to sign a memorandum to strengthen ties and promote cooperation between the state and the South American country.

Walmart Shooting Raises Safety Concerns

Police are still searching for a suspect in last night's shooting at the Walmart on Eastern Boulevard that sent two people to the hospital. Public Safety Director Chris Murphy says he still believes the area is safe, but some business owners aren't so sure.