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Drug to Fight SARS May Be Near

There's still not a drug that can fight corona viruses like SARS, and MERS, but researchers in Sweden and Switzerland may be getting closer.

Blood Pressure Control Saves Thousands of Lives

British researchers say improvements in blood pressure control over the past two decades may have saved hundreds of thousands of lives.

One-on-One with Jess Meuse after American Idol

Jess Meuse is back in Alabama to sit down with us for an Exclusive interview to talk about her American Idol experience.

Jess Meuse Talks Music, American Idol, and What Lies Ahead

Elmore County's Jess Meuse captured the hearts and votes of millions of Americans when she competed on American Idol this year.

AL Officials Seek Stay of Judge's School Ruling

The judge who overturned the Alabama Accountability Act is being asked to put his ruling on hold while state officials appeal.

Campaign 2014: Dallas Co. Sheriff's Race

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Campaign 2014 is just days away and voters in Dallas County will choose a sheriff.

McInnis Recycling Center Needs Community Support to Stay Open

Montgomery's new 35 million dollar state-of-the-art recycling plant is now in operation.

Warmer Weather Having An Effect On Greenville's Economy

The weather is heating up and, in Greenville, so are sales.

Crimestoppers Warns Residents About Questionable Check

Crimestoppers has a warning about a check you might get in the mail. Crimestoppers says the checks are for about $2,000, but they say you may end up losing money if you try to deposit it.

New Landing System Ready For Takeoff at Troy Airport

The skies are clear at Troy's airport. It's new runway is now clear for takeoff- a decade in the making.

New Search Boat Debuts In Autauga County

The Autauga County Sheriff's Office debuts a new boat with all of the latest technology to help people on the water. But this new project comes after the death of one man late last year.

Arrests Made in Urinal Parts Theft Case

Authorities say two men have been arrested in the theft of metal components from urinals and toilets at several Jefferson County restaurants.

Escaped Bull On the Run in North Alabama

Decatur police say a bull has escaped from a cattle pen and is on the run.

Amphetamines Delay Exhaustion When Exercising

A new study at Indiana University confirms that amphetamines can delay exhaustion when exercising in the heat.

Blistering Sunburns Increase Skin Cancer Risk

Young Caucasian women who get blistering sunburns may be greatly increasing their risk of developing skin cancer.

One Third of People Obese or Overweight

Nearly one third of the world's population is obese or overweight.

VA Hospital Scandal

A preliminary report looking at the scheduling problems at VA hospital in Phoenix is fueling calls for the head of the agency to step down.

Applying for Summer School.

School may not quite be out for most middle and high school students, but it's already time for some students to think about applying for summer school.