State Rep. David Wheeler Dies
Alabama State Rep. David Wheeler (R-Vestavia Hills) has died at the age of 72.
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Alabama State Rep. David Wheeler (R-Vestavia Hills) has died at the age of 72.
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that's left a man with life-threatening injuries.
Pike Road resident Egypt Henry is more than brave. She's a hero.
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Alabama News Network recently presented "Making History Today," a 30-minute special to celebrate Black History Month. This special profiled many local people who are making a difference in their communities.
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Lee County Sheriff's deputies are investigating the discovery of a man's body who had apparently been shot to death.
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Montgomery police are investigating two separate shootings that happened early Saturday morning that have left two men injured.



