Officials Probe Suspicious Fires in Autauga County
State and local officials are investigating five fires with a six-week period in the Marbury area.
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Reward Offered in Theft at Rosa Parks' Former Home
CrimeStoppers is offering a $1,000 reward for information about thefts that heavily damaged the Montgomery apartment complex where Rosa Parks lived when she refused to give up her seat to a white person on a city bus.
Ala. Law Enforcement on Alert for Holiday Weekend
Alabama law enforcement officials say they're planning to beef up enforcement on state highways and waterways during the holiday weekend.
Officials to Announce Advanced Placement Results
Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley is scheduled to join other state officials to announce the results of recent Advanced Placement tests. Bentley, State Department of Education Superintendent Tommy Bice members of the State Board of Education and others are expected to…
Residents Look for Information on Rosa Parks Apartment Vandalism
Those who live in the neighborhood where the former apartment of Rosa Parks was vandalized are coming together to catch whoever is responsible.
A Troy Bar Could Re-Open Under New Management
A Troy bar that was shut down due to numerous problems could soon reopen.
Montgomery Public Schools Receive AA Credit Score
Montgomery Public Schools has received the second highest credit rating possible.
Teens Hurt in Drive-By Shooting
Selma police say two teenagers have been hurt after a drive-by shooting.
New Initiative Designed to Help Curb Crime and Beautify Neighborhoods
There is a new initiative to help curb crime in the community - - And it starts by cleaning up your neighborhood.
Mtgy. School Board Approves New Superintendent Eval. Plan
The process of evaluating new School Superintendent Margaret Allen begins tonight, as Montgomery County School Board members approve a new tool that will be used to grade how she's doing.
Mtgy. Public Schools Gets AA Credit Rating
Montgomery Public Schools has received a double-A credit rating, which is the second highest credit rating possible.
Teen Victim in Baby Scheme Rape Case Mentally Challenged
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- More information in the case about a Dallas County couple who police say raped a teen aged girl to try and get her pregnant so they could keep the baby for themselves.
Marbury Residents On Alert After Series Of Suspicious Crimes
CBS 8 is taking action against crime -- Autauga County deputies and residents say they're worried about suspicious crimes happening in the Marbury community. With no leads, and the crimes still happening, they need the your help to solve the cases.
Medical Marijuana May Have Unexpected Benefits
Medical marijuana may be producing unexpected benefits.
1 in 7 May Have "Sleep Drunkenness" Disorder
About one out of seven people may have a disorder called sleep drunkenness.
Study Shows Asprin Reduces Risk of Blood Clots
Aspirin may be an effective tool for preventing blood clots in the veins.
Murder Trial for Gadsden Grandmother Rescheduled
The trial of an Etowah County woman accused of making her granddaughter run until she collapsed and died has been rescheduled.
Alabama Man Who Made Pipe Bomb Sentenced
Federal prosecutors say a man who made a pipe bomb out of air bag canisters has been sentenced to 10 years in prison. U.S. Attorney Joyce Vance White said in a statement Tuesday that 55-year-old James David Kircus was working…
Body Identified in Elmore Co.
A body found in a wooded area in Elmore county is identified as a missing woman.
Police Probe Theft From Rosa Parks' Old Apartment
Police say thieves have struck the apartment complex where Rosa Parks lived when she made history by refusing to give up her seat to a white person on a city bus. Montgomery police Sgt. Denise Barnes said detectives are seeking…
Ala Judge Raises Bond for Band Director
A south Alabama judge is raising the bond for a high school band director charged with having sex with students. WKRG-TV reports bond is now $750,000 for 32-year-old Jeffrey Lance Gainous following the ruling Monday. It was $350,000. Outside court,…
Task Force Looks Ways to Improve Animal Shelter
Animal advocates say the Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter has made improvements in recent months, but still has a long ways to go. A task force, formed recently by Tuscaloosa County and the cities of Tuscaloosa and Northport, met on Monday…
Lawyers Named for Ala Couple in Baby Scheme
A judge has appointed lawyers to represent a Dallas County couple charged with rape in an alleged scheme to have a baby. The Dallas County judge approved taxpayer-funded legal representation for 29-year-old Jeremy Swann and his 28-year-old wife Amanda Swann…
UAB Launches Online Medical Portal
The University of Alabama at Birmingham has launched an online medical site that will allow physicians to make medical recommendations and write prescriptions. Director of Primary Care at UAB Dr. Stuart Cohen says the new site is meant to offer…
Ala. Death Row Inmate Found Unresponsive in Cell
Department of Corrections officials say a death row inmate has died at a prison in south Alabama. Corrections spokeswoman Kristi Gates says 27-year-old Justin Hosch was pronounced dead in his cell Monday at the Holman Correctional Facility. Gates says the…
