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Duck Dynasty's Jase Robertson to Speak in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Jase Robertson from the hit A&E reality show, Duck Dynasty, is coming to Selma this weekend.
Higher Education Rally Brings Hundreds To State House
The students poured through the streets of Montgomery, heading toward the state house to defend their public universities and colleges. Governor Robert Bentley took to the podium, showing his support for the state's higher education.
Tallassee Child Killed In Dog Attack Name Identified
From Tallassee -- we now know the name of the little girl killed in a dog attack. 4-year-old, Summer Sears, was killed while playing in her grandfather's unfenced backyard.
Lockheed Martin Breaks Ground On Pike County Expansion
Lockheed Martin's site in Pike County is adding a more than $30 million expansion.
Union Springs Police Chief's Job in Question
The future of a Bullock County police chief is in question. The City of Union Springs' mayor says he wants to fire Police Chief Clarence Wheeler, but Wheeler is fighting the termination.
Senate Approves Open Meetings Bill
The Alabama Senate has approved open meetings legislation sought by the Alabama Press Association and the governor.
Death of Inmate Won't Affect Case Against Other Suspects
A prosecutor says the death of a defendant who faced a murder charge in the 20-year-old killing of a business owner will not affect the prosecution of the other three suspects.
Space Center Tops Alabama's Paid Attractions
The Alabama Tourism Department says the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville was Alabama's most visited paid attraction in 2013.
Alabama Ten Commandments Bill Moves Ahead
Legislation providing for the display of the Ten Commandments in Alabama's public buildings is getting closer to clearing the Legislature.
Children With Older Fathers Could Have Issues
New research shows children of older fathers could have issues later on.
British Soldiers Better Mentally Than U.S. Soldiers
British soldiers seem to be doing better mentally than US soldiers after deployment in Iraq and Afghanistan.
C-Section Babies More Likely to Have Weight Issues
C-Section babies are more likely to have weight issues as an adult, according to a new study.
Meuse Family Excited to Watch American Idol Contestant Jessica Meuse
A lot of excitement in Elmore County Wednesday night as Slapout's own Jessica Meuse took the "American Idol" stage.
Four-Year-Old Girl is Dead After Dog Attack
A four-year-old girl is dead in Tallassee after being attacked by one or more dogs.
Alabama House Approves General Fund Budget
The Alabama House of Representatives has approved a $1.8 billion General Fund that offers no additional money for most state agencies.
Thieves Break Into Southside High School, Steal and Damage i-Pads
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Authorities in Dallas County need your help to find two thieves who broke into a school -- and stole and damaged thousands of dollars worth of i-pads.
AL Teachers' Lobby, GOP Differ Over Layoff Bill
In the latest skirmish between the state teachers' association and GOP legislators, lawmakers are pushing a bill to limit the role of seniority in deciding which teachers get laid off during workforce reductions.
AL Senate Approves Limited Welfare Drug Testing
The Alabama Senate has approved drug testing for some welfare applicants.
Montgomery Co. School Board Members On Proposed Religious Legislation
Montgomery County School board members speak out about the recent religious bills making their way through the legislature.
Murder Suspect Dead
A Covington County inmate being held on charges of robbery and murder is dead.
Litter Problem On County Roads
Litter is becoming a big problem on some roadsides in Butler County. It could even hurt the real estate market.
Governor Talks Politics After Trip To Washington
Governor Robert Bentley is back in Montgomery after his trip to Washington for a National Governor's Association meeting. He's taking time to sit down with us for an exclusive one-on-one interview.
Candy Snorting Trend Worries Pike Co. Parents
An alert for parents- it's a trend gaining momentum not only across the country, but in our coverage area. Kids are snorting Pixy Stix.
Neighbors In Christ Needs Donations
A Montgomery group that helps crime victims may be forced to close its doors because it's out of money.
