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December 06, 2007
UAB/MIT Researchers Make Sickle Cell Breakthrough
Researchers at UAB and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology say they've made a breakthrough in the fight against sickle cell anemia
9-11 Exhibit in Birmingham
Birmingham city leaders welcome an exhibit that pays tribute to the victims and heroes of 9-11
Domed Stadium Proposed For Birmingham
Birmingham, AL -- Mayor Larry Langford has set plans into effect to expand Birmingham's downtown convention center and add a multi-purpose domed stadium.
Former City Councilman Plead Guilty To Child Porn Charges
Birmingham, AL -- A former city councilman has pleaded guilty to child pornography charges.
Healthy Changes To WIC Program
WASHINGTON (AP) - For the first time in nearly three decades, a federal nutrition program for low-income mothers and children is being revised.
Alabama Opens Bids For Its Largest Bond Issue
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - State government's largest bond issue ever has become a reality.
Prelim Rate Settlement Plan Reached With Alagasco
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama Gas Corporation rates are expected to be less this winter than last and a preliminary agreement has been reached on the utility's main rate-setting plan.
Samford To Begin Offering A Doctoral Nursing Program
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Samford University officials announced today that they will begin offering the Doctor of Nursing Practice degree next year to meet a need for advanced practice nurses.
Former Athens Police Officer Charged With Sexual Abuse
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) - Huntsville police arrested a former Athens police officer Tuesday on a charge of first-degree sexual abuse.
Ethics Panel Tells Alabama Power Gift Restrictions Apply
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - The State Ethics Commission has told Alabama Power that restrictions on gifts to public officials and employees apply even when a utility employee is giving something as a friend or neighbor.
Judge Denies Appeal In Holloway Case
ORANJESTAD, Aruba (AP) - A judge in Aruba Wednesday refused to overrule the release of two suspects in the 2005 disappearance of Alabama teenager Natalee Holloway.
Teen Kills Eight At Omaha Mall
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) - More details on the Nebraska mall shooting rampage are expected at a police news conference today in Omaha.
December 05, 2007
Local Malls Examine Security After Omaha Shootings
A gunman kills 8 people, then himself, at a mall in Omaha, Nebraska. Now, Birmingham area malls are re-examining their security procedures.
Nativity Scene Causes Controversy
It's a debate over a nativity scene.
US Supreme Court Grants Stay Of Execution For Thomas Arthur
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) - The U.S. Supreme Court has granted a stay of execution for Alabama death row inmate Thomas Arthur.
9 Dead In Omaha Mall Shooting
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) - Police are sweeping the parking lot at a shopping mall in Omaha, Nebraska, where several people were apparently shot this afternoon.
Jasper Mother Of Three Still Missing
21-year-old Essence Duncan went missing on Monday, Nov 26th.
Jacksonville Man Charged In Roommate’s Murder
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. (AP) - An early morning homicide in Jacksonville is under investigation. Police said a 53-year-old man was shot dead in an apparent domestic dispute at a local residence.
Alabama Ranks 13th Nationally In Board-Certified Teachers
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Alabama is now ranked 13th nationally in the number of board certified teachers in the state, with 226 more educators earning the designation this year.
Sales Tax Will Affect The Summit
Tuesday the Birmingham city council passed Mayor Larry Langford’s multi-million dollar finance plan.
Logan Martin Lake Level Up Slightly, But Drought Effects Remain
TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) - The level of Logan Martin Lake appears to have gone up about half a foot in the past week. But Alabama Power officials said there hasn't been enough rain yet to break the effects of drought.
Plan To Let Broadcasters Own Newspapers In Same Market
WASHINGTON (AP) - A U.S. Senate panel approved a bill that would put the brakes on a plan to let broadcasters own a newspaper in the same media market.
Warning About Home Heating Dangers
WASHINGTON (AP) - The annual reminder about the potential dangers from chimneys and space heaters is here.
B’ham Man Charged In Child Sex Case
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - A Birmingham man is being held in the Autauga County Jail on bonds totaling $120,000 after he was arrested in a sex-sting operation targeting child predators.
Scruggs’ Firm Drops Out Of Katrina Lawsuits
NEW ORLEANS (AP) - The law firm of Oxford, Mississippi, attorney Richard "Dickie" Scruggs has informed its Gulf Coast clients in a letter that it's dropping out of lawsuits involving Hurricane Katrina.
GE Recalling Combination Wall And Microwave Ovens Because Of Fire Risk
WASHINGTON (AP) - General Electric is recalling 92,000 built-in combination wall and microwave ovens because they're a fire risk.
December 04, 2007
Child Accused of Bringing Loaded Gun To School
A 12 year old student faces several criminal charges, after sheriff's deputies say he brought a loaded handgun to school Tuesday.
Loaded Gun Found At School
A 12-year-old student was found with a loaded gun at school today.
Protecting your money from Holiday Schemes
It's an unfortunate side of the holidays - losing your money to theives. So how do you protect yourself? One way to stay safe is to learn what theives are doing, make plans to avoid their schemes and to spread the word. Take a look at these tips on staying safe from theft this holiday season.
Birmingham City Leaders Approve Sales Tax Increase
Birmingham city leaders approved a sweeping finance plan today that raises sales tax and boosts business license fees in the city.
