Local News

July 23, 2008

Fatal Overnight Fire in Walker County

A house fire overnight left a Walker County man dead and his brother with serious burns.

Hope & Concern Over JeffCo Budget Hearings

Jefferson County funded agencies face uncertain futures as the county commission continued fiscal year 2009 budget hearings for

SEC To Decide On TV Plans For This Fall

TV deals with CBS, ESPN, Raycom Sports and FSN South run out at the end of the academic year

Irondale Wreck Kills Woman

Single car fatal accident also inures five others.

UPDATE: Center Point Teen Shot In Head Identified

14 year old Center Point teen shot in the head Monday afternoon has been identified.

Langford’s Secret Birmingham Plan Reveals New Hope for Projects

Birmingham’s Mayor Langford says Dome funds can pay the tab on other top projects for 5 years.

Judge Will Not Remove 4 Alabama A&M Trustees

A judge has refused to block four Alabama A&M University Trustees from serving on the board.

Gardendale Teenager, Katie Burkett Funeral

Final farewells today for a Gardendale teenager killed in a tragic accident over the weekend.

Mayor Langford Announces “Top Secret Funding Plan”

Birmingham, Alabama Mayor Larry Langford unveils his “top secret” funding plan for city projects.

UPDATE Center Point Teen Shot In Head

Authorities say shooting was likely intentional

Attorneys File Bid To Delay Arthur Execution

Attorneys for Thomas Arthur have asked the Alabama Supreme Court to delay his July 31 execution date to allow time for DNA testing.

Governor Riley Presenting National Award

Organizations that helped Alabama’s efforts to expand its First Class Pre-K program will be recognized by Governor Bob Riley today.

FEMA Seeks Immunity From Suits Over Trailer Fumes

FEMA is requesting immunity from lawsuits filed on behalf of Gulf Coast hurricane victims over exposure to dangerous fumes in FEMA trailers.

Inmate Killed In Overnight Wreck In Montgomery

An inmate being transferred to the Houston County Jail was killed in a three-vehicle accident in East Montgomery.

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