House Votes To Make Cornbread Official State Bread
Cornbread, a southern staple, might soon find itself with some fancy company.
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House Health Committee Debating Midwife Bill
Mothers and midwives are once again asking Alabama officials to legalize at-home births attended by midwives.
Gun Bill Advances in Alabama Legislature
The Alabama Senate has approved a bill to allow people to carry loaded handguns in their vehicles without getting pistol permit.
One-On-One With Gov. Robert Bentley On Tutwiler Prison
We take an interview of a Tutwiler prison inmate we aired to viewers last month straight to Governor Robert Bentley to get his reaction and to find out what changes must be made at Tutwiler.
General Fund Keeps State Worker Bonus
The state's general fund budget is one step closer to heading the governor's desk. The budget was approved in a senate committee today after it already been passed in the house.
One Candidate Left In Consideration for Butler County Superintendent
The Butler County School Board is set to name a new superintendent Thursday. We have learned there is only one candidate left in consideration.
Senate Health Committee Approves Lethal Injection 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 Governor Supportive of Prison Ombudsman
A spokeswoman for Gov. Robert Bentley says he's supportive of $250,000 added to the state General Fund budget for hiring a prison ombudsman in the governor's office.
Governor Bentley Supporting Prison Money in General Fund
A spokeswoman for Gov. Robert Bentley says he's supportive of $250,000 added to the state General Fund budget for hiring a prison ombudsman in the governor's office.
Montgomery Police Investigating Shooting
Montgomery police investigate an early-morning shooting.
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.
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.
