Abortion Bill Passes Senate Committee
The Alabama Legislature is getting closer to extending the waiting period for an abortion in the state.
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Alcohol Crimes Not Curbed by Community Action
Community action doesn't reduce alcohol related crashes or crime.
Researchers Develop New Breast Cancer Test
Researchers in Great Britain have developed a new test that could help personalize treatment for breast cancer patients.
Nicotine Patches Do Not Help Pregnant Women
A new study finds nicotine patches do not appear to help pregnant women quit smoking.
Waiting Period Extension for Abortion Closer to Becoming Law
The Alabama Legislature is getting closer to extending the waiting period for an abortion in the state.
Ex-Autaugaville Fire Chief Pleads Guilty on Ethics Violation
The former chief of the Autaugaville Volunteer Fire Department has pleaded guilty to using his office for personal gain.
Senate Committee Approves Common Core 'Opt Out'
An Alabama Senate Committee voted to allow local school systems to opt out of the Common Core curriculum standards, but the legislation still faces a bleak future.
Alabama Smoking Restrictions Die in Legislature
Legislation to ban smoking in many Alabama businesses has died.
Committee Approves Budget Without Teacher Bonus
A House committee has approved an education budget aimed at giving teachers more money for their health insurance instead of a raise or bonus.
Apartment Complex Groundbreaking Near Maxwell Air Force Base
New apartments will soon be built close to Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery.
Alabama at High Risk for Strokes
Juraldine Battle-Hodge is a local attorney and a stroke survivor. She says it was a normal day at work 2 years ago when she experienced something strange.
Alabama State Could Get Funding Restored
Alabama State University could soon see its funding restored by the legislative budget committee.
What's Right: Hope Inspired Ministries
A non-profit group in Montgomery is dedicated to giving people who are chronically unemployed a hand up, instead of just a handout.
Bill for Marijuana Derivative Study Passes Senate
The Alabama Senate has approved legislation that would allow a marijuana derivative to be used to treat severe epileptic seizures.
Will City Councilmen Let Moratorium on Payday Loan Stores Expire?
The moratorium on payday loan stores has been in effect since last September. Next week city councilmen are supposed to vote on whether or not to let the moratorium expire.
Friend Of Taco Bell Murder Victim Speaks Out About Her Death
From Montgomery -- two Taco Bell employees face capital murder charges after police say they robbed and killed their nightshift manager. Now, a friend of the manager speaks to us exclusively about what happened and how he is coping.
Common Core Bill Sparks Heated Debate
There was a big crowd at the state house this morning to debate changes to education standards in Alabama. There's a bill that would let local school systems opt out of the common core standards up for debate.
Greenville Police Looking For Thief
Greenville Police are looking for a thief who stole from Walmart.
Jury: Suspect in Burglary, Shooting Not Guilty
A Pike County jury finds a man facing attempted murder and burglary charges not guilty.
Continual Cuts To Violent Crime And Drug Task Force Grant Money
Drugs and crime go hand in hand and aren't bound by county or city lines. That's why task forces are set up to have representatives from multiple agencies work together to fight violent crime and drugs.
55,000 Alabamians Sign Up Through Health Exchange
Federal officials report that more than 55,000 Alabamians have selected a health insurance plan through the federal facilitated health insurance exchange.
ASU Could Get Funding Restored in Budget
Alabama State University could soon see its funding restored by the legislative budget committee.
Dianne Bentley Kicks Off Domestic Violence Awareness Program
Alabama First Lady Dianne Bentley kicks off a domestic violence awareness program.
Bill Limiting Lobbying in Legislature Revised
A revision to a bill restricting lobbying by former legislators has nearly restored the proposal to its original form.
Drinking Alcohol Could Increase Premature Birth Risk
Women who drink alcohol during the first three months of pregnancy could be raising the risk of a premature birth.
