Once again a state lottery will be brought up in the Alabama legislature in the upcoming session.The Democratic leader in the Alabama House is calling for the Legislature to approve it.

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two workforce development projects breathe new life into the old New Era cap company building in Demopolis.

College football playoffs start next year but how would that have changed the post-season picture for Bama and Auburn if it were in place today?

The Democratic leader in the Alabama House is calling for the Legislature to use its election-year session to approve a state lottery.

As soon as it was announced that number two ranked Auburn will head to Pasadena to play in the BCS National Championship game against Florida State -- fans started making plans to go to the big game. And travel agents say if you'd don't make your reservations to head there now, you may find yourself watching the game from your couch.

Eclectic police and State Fire Marshals arrest a man accused of intentionally setting a house on fire...

One of the largest employers in Luverne is planning to add a few more jobs within the next year.

A man accused of shooting and killing a Highland Home man last week makes his first appearance in court.

An Elmore County school bus and two other vehicles collide this morning, leaving the driver of one car dead. No one on the bus was hurt, but local residents we spoke to say they are worried that the area isn't safe.

Florida State's Jameis Winston, Northern Illinois' Jordan Lynch, Texas A&M's Johnny Manziel, Alabama's AJ McCarron, Auburn's Tre Mason and Boston College's Andre Williams are the finalists for the Heisman Trophy.

The results are in, and for the fifth year in a row, the State of Alabama has a college football team headed to the BCS National Championship.

If you're going to be out on the roads tonight, you may want to make a little extra time for your travel plans. Lane and ramp closures start tonight on I-85 in Montgomery.

Habitat for Humanity is unveiling the latest home the organization has built. It was for a local family in need. The dedication service happened today on Millard Fuller Drive in Montgomery.

Law enforcement officers from across the state are putting their shooting skills to the test.

After a win over Missouri, Auburn Tiger fans are ready to cheer their team on to a national championship, but are they ready to pay the price?

Today, the Creative Arts Center and Gallery in Prattville held a free children's holiday workshop and things got a bit messy.

The Montgomery County Deputy Sheriff's Association is working to bring Christmas cheer to some local children.

Tre Mason rushed for 304 yards and four touchdowns, leading No. 3 Auburn to a wild 59-42 victory over No. 5 Missouri in the Southeastern Conference championship game Saturday.

Auburn has given football coach Gus Malzahn a new six-year contract worth $3.85 million annually.

Butler County deputies arrest a woman for animal cruelty. They say they found her horses in poor condition... and starved. But they're getting a second chance at life -- we followed their journey to their new home. It's video you'll only see on Alabama News Network.

Three candidates are now in the running to become ASU's next president. Friday, they faced tough questions about how to deal with an audit showing financial mismanagement.

New industry is coming to a part of Alabama that's been in desperate need of new jobs.

Authorities have a suspect in custody in connection with a Crenshaw County murder.

Alabama State University is interviewing three finalists for its presidency.