Lawyer Convicted of Taking Money from State Fund
Authorities say an Alabama attorney has been convicted of first-degree theft after prosecutors said he improperly received payments from a state fund.
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Bentley Picks Alabama Power CEO to Head Inaugural
Gov. Robert Bentley has selected Alabama Power's top executive to serve as chairman of his inaugural committee.
Alabama Football Offers Big Economic Boost
Tuscaloosa city officials say the economic benefit of the University of Alabama's home football games far outweigh the cost the city spends on staff overtime during game weekends.
"Veteran's Place" Homeless Center Broken Into
An exclusive story from Montgomery -- a transitional home that helps homeless veterans is now a victim of a crime. Someone broke into the home, stealing several items and leaving a mess behind.
Ex-Bama, NFL Player Le'Ron McClain Arrested on Drug Charge
Tuscaloosa police have arrested former Alabama and NFL fullback Le'Ron McClain on a synthetic marijuana trafficking charge.
Fans React to ASU Coach Reggie Barlow Being Asked to Resign
Alabama State Hornets have a 4-5 record so far this season. Coach Reggie Barlow signed another 3 year contract with ASU last week, and was already receiving his new salary.
Student Hit by Truck in Elmore County
An Elmore County student is critical condition after being struck by a truck this morning.
Alabama Voter Turnout Lower than Normal
The turnout for Alabama's election Tuesday was lowest since Alabama became a two-party state.
MPD Investigating Shooting on Calmar Drive
Montgomery Police say one person was seriously injured following a shooting Wednesday afternoon in the 5700 block of Calmar Drive.
Is the Democratic Party Dead in Alabama?
Republicans still hold every state-wide office in Alabama after yesterday's election results.
Hayneville Mayor Steps Down After Winning State House Seat
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The outcome of the race for the Alabama State House District 69 seat has left a hole in the city government of Hayneville because the person leading the city will now take on a new role.
Faith Matters: Dignity For All Burials
What happens when people can't afford to bury their loved ones or if that person doesn't have any known friends or family? One Montgomery church is stepping up to make sure everyone is buried in peace, regardless of whether they have the money or a family.
Boothe, Williams District 89 Race Too Close To Call
It's one of the closest races in the state. And while the other local races in Pike County were won by a landslide, the Alabama House District 89 race is still too close to call.
Some Montgomery Ballots Mishandled
More than one million people went to the polls yesterday in Alabama. Some of those voters in Montgomery got the wrong ballot.
Bond Money for Alabama Armories too Close to Call
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - A proposed constitutional amendment to fund Alabama National Guard armories from state trust fund money is too close to call. Nearly complete but unofficial returns show Amendment 2 got 50.4 percent of the vote Tuesday. But…
Democratic Candidate for Gov. Parker Griffith Loses Election
Democratic candidate for governor Parker Griffith knew he was an underdog in the race but hoped to pull off a victory.
Texan Gets Maximum Sentence in Dog Fighting Case
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - A Texas man has received a maximum sentence of five years in prison after admitting he participated in high-stakes dog fights in Alabama and Mississippi. Demontt Allen of Houston was sentenced Wednesday in Montgomery by U.S.…
Bentley Receives Congratulatory Call from Obama
Republican Gov. Robert Bentley received a congratulatory call from the man who starred as chief boogeyman in many GOP campaign ads: President Barack Obama.
MPD Makes Arrest in August Homicide
The Montgomery Police Department has made an arrest in the Saturday, Aug. 30, shooting death of 22-year-old Ronald James of Montgomery.
Bentley: Election Shows GOP Dominance
Republican Gov. Robert Bentley says Tuesday's GOP sweep shows the disarray of the Alabama Democratic Party and the dominance of Republicans.
Elmore Co Student Struck by Vehicle
This morning, Nov. 5, just before 7 a.m., a child was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Sunset Drive and Deatsville Highway in Elmore County.
GOP dominates in Alabama Legislature
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Republicans strengthened their grip on the Alabama Statehouse in a Tuesday election sweep that saw House Speaker Mike Hubbard win re-election despite his indictment on felony ethics charges. The GOP built upon the existing supermajority won in 2010…
Joe Hubbard Concedes AG Race to Luther Strange
Attorney General Luther Strange will serve 4 more years in office. It was a close race with Democratic challenger Joe Hubbard.
Lt. Governor Kay Ivey Re-Elected
Incumbent Lt. Governor, Kay Ivey, is re-elected after facing former state representative, Jason Fields.
Pike Co. Sheriff, Revenue Commissioner Win Reelection
About 47 percent of Pike County voters turned out to the polls, according to Probate Judge Wes Allen.
