Committee Passes Education Budget
An Alabama Senate committee has approved an education budget that tosses out the governor's recommended 2 percent pay raise for public school employees and replaces it with a one-time bonus of 1 percent.
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Legislator Wants Gun Law Changed
An Alabama legislator wants to change state law so that people can carry a loaded pistol in their vehicle without a concealed carry permit.
Second Child Dies in Montgomery Co. Wreck
A second child involved in a fatal crash on Interstate 85 on Sunday has died.
Pike Road Board of Education Elects First Superintendent
It was a unanimous decision Tuesday night as the Pike Road Board of Education voted to hire Dr. Suzanne Freeman as its first Superintendent.
Selma School Intervention Team Leader Speaks Out
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The man leading the state intervention team and Selma City Schools -- is no stranger to successfully running a school district. Dr. Larry DiChiara talks about his role -- and the goal of the intervention.
Pike Road School Selects First Superintendent
The Town of Pike Road has selected Suzanne Freeman as superintendent.
What's Right with Your Community: Children's Center Adult Program
For parents of adult children with disabilities, there are often few choices when it comes to caring for them outside the home. But a program in Montgomery is giving them a new option - while making the day a fun one for those who attend.
Longtime Montgomery Co. District Attorney Ellen Brooks Retires
Ellen Brooks retired from her position as Montgomery County District Attorney after serving in the position for more than 21 years.
Abortion Bills Approved In Committee
Abortion laws in Alabama could be getting more strict. A committee passed a slate of four abortion bills earlier today.
Troy City Council Approves Resolution For Draft Beer
Draft beer is one step closer to being allowed on Troy restaurants and bars' menus. The council passed a resolution tonight allowing on-premise draft sales and now it is in the hands of the Alabama Legislature.
Elmore Co. Investigators See Spike In Identity Theft
Elmore County deputies say identity theft has become one of their biggest problems. They say it's only getting worse as tax season gets started.
Man Arrested For Child Sexual Abuse
A Crenshaw County man faces multiple child sex abuse charges.
State Of The City In Greenville
Greenville Mayor Dexter McLendon spoke to the Greenville Kiwanis Club about the state of the city.
Alabama Committee Approves Fetal Heartbeat Bill
An Alabama legislative committee has voted to ban abortion after a fetal heartbeat is detected -- something that can happen as early as six weeks into a pregnancy.
Legislative Candidate Giving Away a Gun
A candidate for the Alabama Legislature is doing more than talk about gun rights. He's giving away a shotgun.
Firefighters Dying on Job Doing Physical Activity
A new study finds firefighters who died of heart attacks and strokes while on the job were most often doing vigorous physical activity right before the attack.
Link Found Between Diabetes and Stroke in Women
A new study shows a link between diabetes and stroke in women but not in men.
Supplements Found to be Ineffective
Do not use beta-carotene or vitamin E supplements as the primary way to prevent cardiovascular disease or cancer.
4 People Sentenced in Financial Aid Conspiracy Plot
Four people have been sentenced in a scheme to defraud the U.S. Department of Education and several universities.
House of Representatives Debate Spay and Neuter Clinics
Some Alabama lawmakers and animal lovers want to make sure that nonprofit spay and neuter clinics can continue to operate in the state.
Abortion Opponents Hold Legislative Rally
Abortion opponents will rally outside the Alabama Statehouse as lawmakers consider a series of bills putting new restrictions on abortion.
Union Springs Police Search for Robbery Suspect
Union Springs police are searching for an armed robber.
Will Bills Involving Religion be Signed Into Law?
Several controversial religious bills have been introduced in the State House.
City Promises: Selma
Our continuing series, "City Promises," takes a look at the promises Selma Mayor George Evans made going into office-- and where those plans stand right now.
