Cries for Sepsis Accountability
Researchers at the University of Michigan want hospitals to be more accountable for diagnosis and care of sepsis.
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Tobacco Users Likely to Develop Viral Infection
New research finds that tobacco users may be more likely to develop a viral infection that causes oral cancers.
Jurors Considering Desmonte Leonard Punishment
Jurors are considering what punishemnt Desmonte Leonard should suffer following his triple murder conviction. Jurors convicted Leonard on Tuesday, and now they must make a sentencing recommendation. Jurors can recommend life in prison without parole or execution.  But  the final decision…
Troy Police: Convicted Felon Arrested On Drug Charges
A Troy man is back in jail on multiple drug charges.
Gov. Bentley And Health Officials Say Alabama Is "Ebola-Ready"
As we learn more about the death of Thomas Duncan, Alabama health officials are doing their part should the the virus arrive in Alabama. Governor Robert Bentley and Alabama health officials are developing a response plan.
First Ebola patient diagnosed in the U.S. has died
This video is no longer available.DALLAS (AP) - Dallas hospital says Thomas Duncan the first Ebola patient diagnosed in the US has died. Â We will keep you updated as soon as more information comes in. Â (Copyright 2014 The…
Alabama Taking Steps to Prevent Ebola Infections
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama's governor and state health officer say the state has taken steps to make sure health care workers are able to identify a case of Ebola quickly and take precautions to make sure others don't become…
Can Alabama still have a Successful Season despite loss to Ole Miss?
It's a loss Bama fans didn't expect coming up short 23-17 to Ole Miss. But Tide fans are taking it in stride.
Desmonte Leonard Found Guilty of Capital Murder
Desmonte Leonard is guilty of capital murder. The man now convicted of shooting and killing three people at an Auburn apartment complex in 2012 could face the death penalty.
Selma Police Continue to Investigate Apparent Shootout
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Police continue to look for answers about an apparent shootout on a city street that left two people hurt and many more concerned about their community.
Autauga Co. Officials Partner With ADEM To Clean Illegal Dumpsites
An exclusive story from Autauga County -- leaders there say they're cracking down on littering. They say they're tired of people throwing their trash in illegal dumpsites on the west part of the county.
International Student Reacts To Ebola
There's growing concern over the Ebola virus. Seven thousand people have been affected and now there's been confirmed cases in the United States and Spain.
Desmonte Leonard Found Guilty of Murder
A jury has convicted a man of capital murder in the shooting deaths of two former Auburn University football players and a third man.
Desmonte Leonard Found Guilty of Capital Murder
A jury has convicted a man of capital murder in the shooting deaths of two former Auburn University football players and a third man. Jurors began talks Tuesday morning and returned the verdict against Desmonte Leonard in the afternoon. He…
Parents of Slain Auburn Student Seek $1 Million
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - The parents of slain Auburn University student Lauren Burk are asking the Alabama Board of Adjustment to award them $1 million because they say Auburn did not provide adequate security. Jim Burk and Viviane Guerchon told…
Selma Police Arrest Two Men on Robbery Charges
This video is no longer available.Selma police have arrested two men on robbery charges after police say the forced their way into an apartment using a gun. 21-year-old Anthony Finney and 23-year-old Jermaruin LeShore are each charged with two counts of…
Antibiotics Prescribed More in Afternoon
New findings show doctors prescribe more antibiotics in the afternoon.
Stroke Survivors Need Further Observation
Researchers in Canada say stroke survivors need to be watched longer than the usual 3 month period.
Brain Scan Could Detect Dementia
A simple brain scan may one day be used to identify people at risk for developing dementia before symptoms appear.
Alabama State Parks Plan Last ShrimpFest
The last Baumhower's ShrimpFest and Barbecue celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Alabama State Parks is scheduled Saturday at Oak Mountain State Park near Birmingham. State park officials say the event will begin at 4 p.m. on the beach area…
University of Alabama Student Found Dead
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - University of Alabama officials say a student was found dead in a fraternity house. University officials said in a statement that the body of Parker Alexander Jordan's body was found Monday morning at the Theta Chi house.…
No Trial for Man Accused of Threatening President
This video is no longer available.A judge has ruled that an Alabama man charged with threatening the president is not mentally competent to stand trial. U.S. District Judge Myron Thompson ordered Deryke Matthew Pfeifer of Ozark committed to the custody…
Closing arguments in Desmonte Leonard trial
Closing arguments have been presented in the capital murder trial of Desmonte Leonard. The triple murder case in Auburn will now be going to the jury.
Taking Action Against Crime: Part 3 Of Unsolved Murder Series
Alabama News Network is Taking Action Against Crime with unsolved murders. Our four-part series began two weeks ago in hopes of generating new leads to help solve thse cold cases.
New precinct crucial in officer shooting response
More information in the shooting of a Montgomery police officer. The officer is now in stable condition after being shot over the weekend and the suspected shooter is in custody.
