Swimming Pool Survival
It's the kind of story no one wants to hear, but every year, thousands of people drown. Some of them are young children who can't swim. But what if there was a way to teach even very young children how to save themselves?
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It's the kind of story no one wants to hear, but every year, thousands of people drown. Some of them are young children who can't swim. But what if there was a way to teach even very young children how to save themselves?
We're taking action against crime tonight -- agencies from across Montgomery teamed up for an event tonight in hope of teaching kids and their parents safety tips. It was put on by the BONDS program, which stands for "Building Our Neighborhoods for Development and Success."
When you buy something in Montgomery, you pay a 10 percent sales tax. But some business owners are not turning that money over to the city.
New leadership and partnerships at the Pike and Surrounding Counties Boys and Girls Club means good news for the club's bottom line. Also good news for what the club is all about- serving the children.
The wait could soon be over for Wintzell's Seafood in Greenville.
Governor Bentley arrived back in Montgomery Wednesday evening after attending an international airshow in England.
After yesterday's run-off, Clyde Chambliss secured the republican nomination for the Senate District 30 Seat. I
Big changes are on the way in preparation for the 50th Anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery March, and some say those changes may mean more than just a face lift to the city.
Hundreds of alabama youth gather on the capitol steps today to rally for medicaid expansion. Alabama is one of about 20 states who have decided to not to expand medicaid. The rally was filled not only with speeches and testimonies, but also music and art.
Hundreds gathered for an emotional welcome home, as sixty three members of the National Guard return from Afghanistan.
We're taking action against crime tonight. There's a new member of the Montgomery Police force -- and he's of the four legged variety!
Clyde Chambliss secured the republican nomination for the Senate District 30 seat last night, after months of campaigning.
Tuesday night Macon County voters elected a new sheriff after 20 years. Andre Brunson, a 24 year patrol deputy and current Chief of Security of Macon County Schools, won over Marcus Walker with more than 60 percent of the vote.…
Alabama's "Mr. 49 Percent" needs a new nickname.
Prattville City Council member Clyde Chambliss Jr. has defeated businessman Harris Garner in the Republican runoff for Alabama Senate District 30.
Both Autauga and Montgomery Counties have had fairly low turn outs. Election officials say that's because this is a run-off election.
Tonight, Major League Baseball's all stars will take to the field in Minneapolis. But about one year from now, a different set of future all stars will take the field in Montgomery.
A Troy resident is behind bars after authorities discover a meth lab and stolen property.
Alabama gymnastics coach Sarah Patterson is stepping down after leading the Crimson Tide to six national titles in 36 seasons.
Mobile health officials are urging people to take precautions near a south Alabama creek after a sewage overflow.
A member of the gun rights group BamaCarry got to vote in Shelby County while wearing a holstered pistol, but police later asked him to leave the front of the polling place.
Federal authorities say a southeast Alabama man is facing charges that he threatened to kill President Barack Obama.
A Georgia woman has decided to plead guilty in a large identity theft and tax fraud investigation involving Alabama and Georgia.
Federal authorities say a southeast Alabama man is facing charges that he threatened to kill President Barack Obama.
Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley says GE Aviation plans to upgrade its manufacturing capabilities in Auburn.



