Fri January 09 2009
Can You Hear Me Now?
Verizon Wireless completes its $5.9 billion purchase of Alltel and is now the nation's largest mobile phone company.
Money For the Trail Maids
After harsh words from the state's NAACP president, financial help is rolling in to help pay for the Washington trip.
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Carjacked For Christmas
Mobile police say Demario Stallworth carjacked a man the day after Christmas. The car has been recovered. Stallworth is still on the run.
Former Teacher Arrested On Sex Charges
A former teacher is in jail accused of inviting a man to molest two children in her home.
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Milton Demolition Begins, Highway Re-opened
Recovery efforts, including the re-opening of Highway 90, are underway in Milton after a massive fire damaged or destroyed most of a city block.…
Gary Beeler Retires
After four decades of working for the National Weather Service, Beeler hangs up his forecasting hat.
Clorox Is Cutting Prices
At least one maker of consumer products is
offering some good news for customers: price cuts.
Alabama Rep. First Days In Congress
New Alabama Congressman learning the ropes in Washington.
Long Time News Show Cancelled
Alabama Public Television's news show "For The Record" is axed after more than 25 years on the air. Host Tim Lennox among four staffers laid…
Former First Lady’s Funeral Arrangements Announced
The funeral for Cornelia Wallace will be Monday in Winter Haven, Florida. Wallace died Thursday from cancer. READ…
Web Extra: Spreading Israeli Culture In The South
A volunteer for The Jewish Agency talks about how she reaches out to the Mobile Community.
Patrick Swayze Checks Into Hospital
Patrick Swayze, the "Dirty Dancing" star who is battling pancreatic cancer, has been hospitalized with pneumonia, a television network executive…
Another TVA Ash Spill
The Tennessee Valley Authority says it's
stopped a leak from a waste site at an Alabama power plant.
Right To Sue In Mississippi
It would be more difficult to file civil
lawsuits in some criminal cases under a bill passed Friday in the
Mississippi Senate.
Coffee Turning Pro
Running back Glen Coffee joins Andre Smith in leaving Alabama early for the NFL.
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Israeli Living In Mobile Watches Conflict
A goodwill ambassador living on the Gulf Coast is keeping in close contact with friends and family trying to stay safe.
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Jazz Museum Planned For NOLA
A $4 million project is planned that will transform the third floor of the Old U.S. Mint in the French Quarter into a multimillion-dollar jazz…
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Mayor Responds To The Trail Maids Controversy
Mayor Sam Jones said he "can think of no better group that represents the character and diversity of our city."
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Mobile Co. Wants NAACP Apology
Mobile County Commissoners wants Alabama's NAACP President to aplogize for Azalea Trail Maid comments.
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Sheriff To Give Up Future Profits From Jail Food
Morgan County Sheriff Greg Bartlett has legally pocketed more than $200,000 from his jail kitchen while feeding meals that prisoners described…
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Clemson Hires Alabama’s Defensive Coordinator
Kevin Steele replaces Vic Koenning who left to join Kansas State last month.
Auburn’s Top Recruiting Priorities
Coach Gene Chizik is looking for a few good offensive linemen and wide receivers and one great quarterback.
Boeing To Cut 4,500 Jobs Due To Recession
The Chicago-based company says the cuts will be made in its commercial aircraft business.
Blood Tests Show Barkley Was Drunk
Tests show Charles Barkley's blood-alcohol level at .149, nearly twice the legal limit of .08 in Arizona.
Obama Renews Plea For Playoff In College Football
President-elect Barack Obama congratulated the Florida Gators for winning the National Championship, but says we still need a playoff system…
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Salmonella Outbreak Hits 42 States
CDC: Nearly 400 People Sickened; Bacteria May Be Cause Of One Elderly Woman's Death
Tickets For Inauguration Parade On Sale Today
Tickets go on sale at 12 Noon. Click here to find out how to get yours.
Senior Bowl Superstar Contest - Vote Now
Your vote decides who will sing the National Anthem at the Under Armor Senior Bowl on January 24th.
First Light Marathon Benefits L’Arche
Can you imagine running 26.2 miles? Runners will hit the pavement this weekend for the 8th annual BankTrust First Light Marathon, which benefits…
Thu January 08 2009
Burglaries In Bessemer
Four break ins in less than two weeks in Prichard's Bessemer Community.
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Bringing More Passengers To Mobile Regional
Airport authority members meet with Mobile area business leaders.
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Lawmakers Debate Big Cigarette Tax Hike
The Mississippi House has started working on a plan to increase the cigarette tax from 18 cents a pack to $1.
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Casino Barge Destroyed By Katrina Towed Away
The 395-foot-long barge that once housed Casino Magic's gaming facilities was pulled from its moorings Thursday in Bay St. Louis and will be…
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Poll: Azalea Trail Maids Not A Reminder Of Slavery
News 5 Poll conducted by Survery USA shows an overwhelming majority of people disagree with the NAACP for linking the Azalea Trail Maids to slavery.…
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Governor: Expect Another Round Of Budget Cuts
Gov. Haley Barbour says Medicaid, public schools or both will be among the state programs losing money next week when he makes a second round…
