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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.

Montgomery Couple Adopts Children In Ukraine

Ukraine has battled deadly violence and political turmoil in the last few weeks, as protesters clash with government leader over the future of the country. A Montgomery couple got caught up in the turmoil when they traveled to the country to adopt four children... a trip they never thought would be so dangerous...

Town of Slapout Cheering on Hometown American Idol Contestant Jessica Meuse

It may be a tiny town with one traffic light and a few businesses. But out of this very small town... comes a very big voice.

Car Crash Survivors Walk Nearly A Mile For Help

A car crash leaves three people dead, two of them children, and the two survivors walked nearly a mile to get help.

Former Sunday School Teacher Pleads Guilty to Sex Abuse

A Montgomery man charged with the sex abuse of a minor in 2012 has entered a plea in court.

Tuskegee Airman to be Honored by the Postal Service

The Postal Service will issue a stamp honoring the head instructor for the Tuskegee Airmen, the first black military pilots who fought in World War II.

Academy of Pediatrics Advises Against Retail Store Clinics

The American Academy of Pediatrics is advising families to steer clear of health clinics in retail stores.

Studies Say 21 Drinking Age Saves Lives

A review of studies done since 2006 finds keeping the legal drinking age at 21 helps save lives.

Academy of Pediatrics Updates Well-Child Recommendations

The American Academy of Pediatrics has updated its recommendations for well-child visits.

Ala. Bill Would Let Seniors Opt Out of Jury Duty

A state lawmaker has proposed legislation to allow people older than 70 to withdraw from jury pools.

Abuse in Ala. Prisons Could Impact Federal Funding

Alabama may be at risk of losing some of its federal prison funding if it doesn't respond to questions from the U.S. Department of Justice about sexual abuse.