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Donor Eggs Increasing Hypertension Risk

Women who use donor eggs to conceive have a greater risk of pregnancy-induced hypertension.

Healthcare Spending Drops Dramatically in U.S.

There has been a dramatic drop in the growth of healthcare spending in the U.S.

Police Report: Alcohol Suspected in Lutzenkirchen Crash

Georgia state police say in a report that alcohol use is suspected in a one-car crash that claimed the lives of an Atlanta man who was driving and a former Auburn University football player who was a passenger.

Local Reaction to Hobby Lobby Supreme Court Ruling

It's a controversial issue that won't soon go away... Hobby Lobby is now exempt from having to pay for contraceptives like "the morning after pill."

Philip Lutzenkirchen Remembered by Sports Personalities

Tonight we have more on the death of Former Auburn University football stand out Philip Lutzenkirchen.

Crenshaw Co. Board Of Education Selects Interim Superintendent

The Crenshaw County Board of Education officially named an interim superintendent Monday morning, but plans for finding a permanent superintendent are postponed.

Auburn University Remembers Life Of Philip Lutzenkirchen

The Auburn family suffered a loss this weekend when former football star Philip Lutzenkirchen was killed in a car accident in Georgia. The campus is still reeling from the news of Phillip Lutzenkirchen's death. But people are looking at ways to remember number 43.

Perry Co. Program Helps Low-Income Families Become Homeowners

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A program in Perry County is making the American Dream of home ownership -- a reality for a group of low income families.

Age Does Not Affect Male Fertility

The age of a man does not affect fertility.

Dogs, Cats taken from Ala. Pet Grooming Business

Jefferson County sheriff's officials say they're searching for the owner of a pet grooming business who's charged with animal cruelty and operating a business without a license.

12 Year Old Boy Killed in Motorcycle Crash

Authorities in Russell County, Alabama say a 12-year-old boy has died in a motorcycle crash.

Only 3 Alabama Abortion Clinics Remain Open

Three of Alabama's five abortion clinics remain open after complying with a new state law that sets stricter building requirements.

10 Accused of Illegal Gun Sales at Ala. Market

Federal prosecutors say 10 men accused of illegally selling firearms at a Dothan area flea market have been arrested.

Grandma Last Sentenced in Coffee Cans Fortune Case

An Alabama grandmother has been sentenced to a year on probation, ending a bizarre federal court case in which a western Pennsylvania trucker enlisted her and two others to help him hide a small fortune he found in an elderly man's garage.

Seeing Family and Friends Can Reduce Hospitalized Children's Stress

Seeing family and friends can help children who are hospitalized.

Children With ADHD Likely to Develop Substance Abuse Problems

The American Academy of Pediatrics reports children with ADHD are more likely to develop substance abuse problems.

Good News at the Gas Pump

Montgomery gas prices dot com reports that the average price per gallon has fallen six cents to three dollars and 34 cents per gallon.

Compensation for Family Members of General Motors Victims

The company is offering to pay at least a million dollars to the families.

Another Murder Investigation in Montgomery

They say a body of a male teenager was found Sunday morning in the 4400 block of Brewbaker Drive.

Our Brian Penter Remembers Philip Lutzenkirchen

Alabama News Network's Brian Penter didn't just cover former Auburn football star Philip Lutzenkirchen as part of his job covering sports, they were best friends.

Ala. Broadcaster Applauds Supreme Court Decision

A Catholic broadcasting network that operates in Alabama said in a statement that it's pleased with Monday's U.S. Supreme Court decision regarding contraceptives and health care.