How Efficient Are Americans in Spending Their Health Care Dollars?
UCLA researchers say America ranks 22nd out of 27 high income nations when it comes to efficiency in health care spending.
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Why You Should Be Getting A Flu Shot
Government scientists say only 40 percent of Americans have received a flu shot this season.
More People Dying from Cancer
The World Health Organization says cancer killed more than 8 million people around the globe last year.
State Rep. Planning Legislation on RSA Investments
A north Alabama lawmaker says he'll introduce legislation during the next session to defend the decision-making power of Retirement Systems of Alabama CEO, David Bronner.
Enrollment in Alabama Marketplace Increasing
Enrollment in the state's health insurance marketplace is increasing, although the number served is only a tiny part of the uninsured in Alabama.
ASU Board of Trustees to Meet for Vote on New President
Alabama State University's Board of Trustees will meet next Friday to vote on the next President of ASU.
Selma Police Investigating Murder
Selma Police are conducting what they say is a murder investigation.
What Would You Do For BCS Championship Tickets?
A man in California says he's willing to give his BCS National Championship tickets away in exchange for a job. We want to know what Auburn fans here at home would do for tickets to the big game.
Judge Finds Probable Cause In Stephen Conrad Child Sex Abuse Case, Bond Reduction Denied
An Elmore County man accused of sex crimes against children starts over. Stephen Conrad is accused of raping and molesting eight children. He came before the judge today to see if he'll continue to stay behind bars.
Millions Of Dollars In Technology Comes To Bullock County Schools
Christmas came early to the South Highlands Middle School.
Governor Robert Bentley Speaks In Butler Co.
Governor Robert Bentley was the key speaker at Butler County's 2nd Annual Industry Appreciation Luncheon and he says expanding industry starts with education.
Music May Not Make Your Child Smarter
The age old belief that music helps make kids smarter may just be a myth.
You Need Deep Pockets to Get Help from A Psychiatrists
About half of all psychiatrists now reject private and federal insurance and require payments in cash, that’s according to a new study in JAMA Psychiatry.
Contact Sports Could Be Damaging Your Brain
New research suggests that contact sport athletes could damage their brain, even without receiving a concussion.
Frozen Foot 5K
The Greenville Standard Relay Team is hosting a Frozen Foot Race on Saturday, January 25, 2014. This race is a 5K. Do not be intimidated by the title. Participants are welcomed to walk during this event. You can pre-register for…
Will Nick Saban Leave Alabama for Texas?
Rumors are swirling over Alabama head coach Nick Saban, with some saying he might leave the Crimson Tide for the University of Texas.
President Bush Writes Letter to Alabama Kicker Cade Foster
Alabama kicker Cade Foster received a supportive note from President George W. Bush.
Funding And Limited Manpower Set Back Road Construction
Vickery Road is one of the busiest unpaved roads in Butler County according to the County Engineer, but making that road a blacktop is taking quite a bit longer than expected, leaving both residents and the road department frustrated.
Two Dead After Attempted Robbery in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two people are dead after a double shooting during an attempted robbery Tuesday night in Selma.
USDA Grant Expands Healthcare on Wheels in Demopolis
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Tombigbee Healthcare Authority in Demopolis gets a $900,000 dollar grant to help make healthcare more accessible to people who live in rural communities.
Autauga Co. Fisherman Search Leads Into Day 3, Still Nothing Found
State divers from more than ten different agencies were on the scene, including helicopters and search dogs.
Butler Co. Man Charged With Attempted Murder
A Butler County man is behind bars after deputies say he tried shooting family members who were in a car...
New Drug Could Replace Neutering
You could soon be able to save hundreds of dollars when it comes time to neuter your dog. That's the promise of a new drug, but is it safe?
Poarch Creek Indians Fund Additional Public Safety Services
We're days away from the opening of Wetumpka's Windcreek Casino and city and county officials say with more visitors coming into town, they'll need more resources to ensure public safety -- but some residents are weary about where the money for these services is coming from.
