Governor Working To Fill Vacant Montgomery County Commission Seat
The Montgomery county Commission is made up of five members. With Dimitri Polizos leaving, that creates a vacancy that commissioner Reed Ingram wants to see filled quickly.
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Vandals Damage City's 50-Year-Old Christmas Decorations
Most of us have heard of the Grinch who stole Christmas. Now one Pike County town is dealing with vandals who are destroying the town's decorations. City officials say someone is targeting one of their favorite town traditions and décor that has lit up Main Street for half a century.
New Treatment Uses Heat to Destroy Tumors
Researchers in Italy are experimenting with focused ultrasound to heat and destroy breast tumors.
Why Should Women Get Yearly Mammograms?
Women who have mammograms every year have a better chance of detecting breast cancer before it has a chance to spread.
More Kids Taking Medications for Depression, ADHD
A new survey finds more than 6 percent of U.S. adolescents used drugs to treat psychiatric or mental disorders from 2005-2010.
Christmas at Lanark
Enjoy several jolly programs planned just for you from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Children can make their own natural holiday decorations and enjoy story time with Mrs. Claus. Be sure to bring your camera to take your own photos…
Selma School Board Moves Forward with Corrective Action Plan
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma City School Board is moving forward with a corrective action plan to address the findings of a recent state investigation that found sexual and academic misconduct in the school system.
Holmes and Collier Headed to Run-Off for House District 31 Seat
The results are in for the special election for the House District 31 seat. Two candidates will be heading to a run-off-- Mike Holmes and Jimmy Collier.
Construction on Dexter Avenue Slowing Business For Some
You may have noticed some construction in downtown Montgomery on Dexter Avenue. It's all a part of the city's efforts to revitalize the historic street.
Moratorium on Payday Loan Businesses Extended 6 Months
A moratorium on payday loan stores in Montgomery has been extended six more months.
Crime Strategies Hope To Fight Violent Crime Spike
From Montgomery -- Mayor Todd Strange says something needs to change.. after seeing violent crime spike by 37 percent this year...
Where Are The Democrats?
The Alabama political scene is currently dominated by republicans, with no democrats holding a state office outside of the legislature.
Plane Makes Emergency Landing In Georgiana
A plane was forced to make an emergency landing in Georgiana over the weekend.
Auburn, Malzahn to Talk New Contract After Season
Auburn athletic director Jay Jacobs says he will discuss a new contract with coach Gus Malzahn after the season.
Alabama Troopers Report 11 Holiday Highway Deaths
Traffic fatalities on Alabama highways increased significantly during the long Thanksgiving holiday period.
The Benefits of 3 D Mammography
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania say 3-D mammography is better than traditional 2-D digital technology.
What's Your Prognosis after Heart Disease?
Canadian researchers say men and women with heart disease have a similar prognosis.
Doctors Believe They May be Close to a Cure for HIV
Researchers say a cancer treatment may also help HIV patients.
May Trial Set in Montgomery in Dog Fighting Case
Thirteen people arrested in a multi-state dog fighting investigation have been rescheduled for trial in May.
Selma-Dallas Co. Residents Urged to Shop Local During the Holidays
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Selma are being urged to invest into their community by shopping locally as much as possible this holiday season.
Governor's Mansion Opens for Candlelight Tours
It's Christmas at the Governor's mansion.Designers from across the state volunteered to decorate the home. With with trees in each room, each one with their own theme.
Bama Fans Rush to Sell SEC Game Tickets, Auburn Fans Scramble to Buy Them
Some hopeful Alabama fans bought tickets to both the SEC Championship Game and the BCS National Championship game before Auburn upset the Crimson Tide this past Saturday.
Fans Lash Out Against Alabama Kicker, Cade Foster
After Saturday's Iron Bowl upset, fans are taking to social media and turning their anger to Alabama kicker, Cade Foster, and blaming him for the university's loss after he missed three field goals. They're sending hateful messages, even death threats -- but both Alabama and Auburn fans are coming to his defense...
High Speed Car Chase Turns Deadly
Authorities say an Ariton woman passing through Brantley, was stopped by deputies, and during the traffic stop she drove off leading them on a high speed chase that ended her life.
