Retired State Troopers Speak Out About Law Enforcement Consolidation
Big changes are coming to Alabama law enforcement. In January, the state's largest policing agencies will be combined into one entity called the Alabama Law Enforcement agency.
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1 Bidder to Widen Road through Historic District
Only one company submitted a bid for a controversial highway widening project on U.S. 431 through Eufaula's historic district.
Faulkner Takes Closer Look at Conduct Policy in Light of Shooting
Three Faulkner University students charged with murder made their first court appearance today. Meanwhile, the university is taking a second look at its conduct policy.
Jury Duty Scam Spreading Across Alabama
Attorney General Luther Strange says a phone scam involving jury duty is spreading to more Alabama counties and it often targets the elderly.
Gov. Bentley Lighting State's Christmas Tree
The official state Christmas tree is scheduled for lighting Friday on the steps of the Alabama Capitol.
Drones Could Soon Be a Common Site Over Alabama
Aviation and security experts say that unmanned drones may be a common sight over Alabama within the next few years.
Selma Protest Seeks Video of Police Shooting
Demonstrators in Selma want access to the video of a 2013 police shooting that killed a 74-year-old man.
Standoff Leads to Drug Arrest in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma man barricades himself in his house after authorities execute a warrant at his residence during a drug sweep.
State Drone Task Force Meets to Discuss Regulations
Alabama may be one step closer to widespread use of drones.
Students Face Murder Charges in Connection with Deadly Home Invasion
Three Faulkner University athletes are now being charged with murder.
It's Snowing in Andalusia
One South Alabama city is hoping their winter wonderland will help local businesses.
Two Students Arrested After Package Thefts
Police are sending out a warning in Troy to keep an eye on delivered packages.
Alabama Anti-Discrimination Bill to Be Named After Apple CEO Tim Cook
Apple CEO Tim Cook's name will be on a key piece of legislation to be introduced next year in his native Alabama that, if passed, would bar discrimination against state employees on the basis of sexual orientation.
Alabama State Troopers Investigating a Crash that Left 1 Dead
Alabama state troopers are investigating a single-vehicle accident that has left one person dead.
Selma Police Arrest Suspect in a Recent Shooting
Napoleon Neely Junior is charged with assault after police say he shot a woman last night in the 14-hundred block of Washington St.
Faulkner Students Face Murder Charges in Connection to Deadly Home Invasion
Faulkner university has confirmed that the victim of a Wednesday night shooting in Montgomery was a student at the university.
FDA Changing Prescription Drug Labels
The FDA wants to make clear the risks and benefits of using prescription drugs during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
Longer Operations Could Lead to Blood Clots
A new study in JAMA Surgery finds the longer the operation, the more likely a patient is to develop a blood clot.
Quitting Smoking Could Be Tied to Brain Activity
Brain activity may help predict a smoker's chances of relapse.
Montgomery Shooting Leaves 1 Man Dead
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that claimed the life of one man.
Pew study: Alabama Ranks High in Federal Spending
A new national report says federal spending in Alabama equals 29.5 percent of the state's gross domestic product.
Judge Hearing Suit Over Double Dipping Ban
A legislator is asking a judge to block an Alabama law that prohibits legislators from having a second state job.
Magical Toy Drive Shopping Spree with McDonalds
Alabama News Network is partnering with the Salvation Army to help make Christmas brighter for children in need this season.
Will Montgomery Use a Black Santa Claus in Future Christmas Parades?
Could controversy soon be swirling around Montgomery's annual Christmas Parade?
Faith Matters: Christmas Season of Faith
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Christmas presents and Christmas parties are great ways to spread Christmas cheer -- but a couple of church pastors in Selma say knowing the reason for the season is the only way to spread Christmas joy.
