State Employees May Get Bonus
State employees may end up with a one-time pay bonus of $400 in the new fiscal year beginning Oct. 1.
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Legislature Approves Education Budget Without Teacher Pay Raise
The Alabama house has approved an education budget that does not include a teacher's pay raise.
Lethal Injection Drug Bill Passes Committee
Alabama lawmakers are getting close to approving a bill that would keep secret the identities of manufacturers and suppliers of lethal injection drugs used in state executions.
Sen. Jeff Sessions Discusses River Region Issues at "Eggs and Issues" Breakfast
Alabama Senator Jeff Sessions is in Montgomery discussing issues impacting the River Region.
Lethal Injection Drugs Committee Approves Secrecy for Execution Drugs
Alabama lawmakers are getting close to approving a bill that would keep secret the identities of manufacturers and suppliers of lethal injection drugs used in state executions.
Alabama Man Convicted in Wife's Slaying
An Etowah County man faces life without parole after being convicted of capital murder in the strangulation of his wife.
Researchers Discover Dark Chocolate's Health Benefit
You've probably heard that dark chocolate is good for you, but now scientists say they can pinpoint why.
New Drug Slows Multiple Sclerosis
An inexpensive, cholesterol-lowering drug may help slow the progression of multiple sclerosis according to a new study in "The Lancet."
Fried Foods More Fattening for Some People
Fried foods can be twice as unhealthy for people who are genetically predisposed to obesity, according to Harvard researchers.
Alabama Ranks Sixth Highest in Sales Tax Rate
A new report says Alabama has the nation's sixth highest sales tax rate.
Bruce Pearl Must Now Revive Auburn's Men's Basketball Program
Former Tennessee basketball coach Bruce Pearl has taken the same position at Auburn as he tries to revive a program that hasn't been to the NCAA tournament since 2003.
Bruce Pearl Introduced as New Auburn Men's Basketball Coach
New Auburn coach Bruce Pearl wasted no time making an impression.
Settlement Reached in Alabama Medicare Billing Case
A network of walk-in medical clinics has agreed to pay $1.2 million to settle allegations of inflated Medicare claims.
Bill Allows Gifts to Alabama Public Employees for Service
The state Senate wants to allow public employees to be able to receive unsolicited gifts for exemplary public service.
No Sunday Alcohol Sales in Demopolis -- For Now
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Demopolis will have to wait until next year before they get a chance to vote on whether to allow Sunday alcohol sales in the city.
How Will Bruce Pearl's Big Personality be Received by Auburn Fans?
Bruce Pearl has been known to be an outgoing, flamboyant and sometimes controversial coach. So how will he be received by the Auburn faithful?
House Passes Education Budget Without Teacher Pay Raise
The latest education budget has just passed in the House of Representatives. But it's still missing one of the governor's top priorities.
Auburn Students React To Bruce Pearl Hiring
It's the start of a new era for men's basketball at Auburn. Former Tennessee coach Bruce Pearl has been hired.
Spring Break Drug Arrests In Covington County
Spring Break travel brings money to South Alabama, but that is not all that is coming through Covington County.
Bullock Co. Schools Working To Prevent Tragedy
After the suicide of a Bullock County middle schooler, administrators are taking action to hopefully prevent more tragedy.
Bullock Co. High School Coach Arrested
A recent arrest of former NBA and Auburn basketball star Wesley Person is raising questions on whether or not he should be able to keep his position as a high school coach.
Settlement Reached in Alabama Medicare Billing Case
A network of walk-in medical clinics has agreed to pay $1.2 million to settle allegations of inflated Medicare claims.
Town Halls About New Voting Law
Pike County Probate Judge Wes Allen is trying to clear up any confusion about the new Alabama voting law.
Voting Underway in Scale Back Alabama Team Name Contest
It's your time to vote for your favorite team name in the Scale Back Alabama weight-loss program.
Creation of Payday Loan Database Moving Ahead
The Legislature is moving ahead with a bill to create a state database to enforce an existing $500 limit on how much people can borrow at once from payday lenders.
