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Monday February 09 2009

Riley: Alabama’s Economy Ok

Governor Bob Riley visits Foley, tells standing-room only things could be worse on the economic front more »
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By Pat Peterson
Comment by rosepetal: oh sure mr. riley, that is why alabama is one of the ones who are at risk of running out of unemployment money. no worries here. view »
Friday February 06 2009

Kay Ivey Exploring Run For Governor

State Treasurer considering bid for Alabama Governor. FULL TEXT OF RELEASE more »
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By Kay Ivey Exploratory Committee

Artur Davis To Run For Governor

Alabama Congressman hopes to make history as state's first African-American Governor. more »
1:21 PM
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By The Associated Press
Comment by rosepetal: oh MeAmerican, i do not support liberal democrats, neither do i support liberal republicans like the ones who are jumping ship and supporting obamas and… 24 Responses »
Thursday February 05 2009

Former AL Gov. Guy Hunt Remembered

A thousand people attend a state memorial service for Alabama's first Republican Governor since reconstruction more »
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By CBS News/Associated Press
Tuesday February 03 2009

State Of The State Address

Click here for a copy of Gov. Bob RIley's State Of The State address. more »
6:29 PM
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By Governor Bob Riley
Comment by rosepetal: if the foreclosure goes to stop forclosures then i say yes. these banks misused money forever got a bailout, i say the homeowners need one to. i say let… 71 Responses »

2009 Legislative Session Begins

Lawmakers return to Montgomery Tuesday. The 2009 Session starts at Noon. Gov. Riley will deliver the State Of The State tonight at 6:30, live on wkrg.com. more »
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By WKRG Staff/The Associated Press
Comment by mr mike: Our prayers are with all you to ,and maby we can make some laws ,where we can put a stop to PETA and the HSUS from robbing from the American people ,we… 1 Responses »
Monday February 02 2009

Singing The Dirt Road Blues

The potholes are so big that they're singing for political help. more »
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By Tiffany Craig
Comment by don't care: Has the road been fixed yet? NOPE..  I have to say that if ya want to do something then help fix it. I see some one sent a private mesage to Sunny… 33 Responses »

Stimulus Package Could Save Teacher Jobs

Gov. Bob Riley says Alabama is looking at widespread layoffs and larger class sizes if the stimulus package fails in the U.S. Senate. more »
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By The Associated Press
Thursday January 29 2009

Economic Stimulus: Agree To Disagree

Alabama's governor and Lt. governor agree that Congress should pass an economic stimulus plan, but disagree about which one it should be. more »
6:34 PM
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By Associated Press

Tanker Talk: Murtha Tours Port City

Influential congressman tours Port City's tanker digs. more »
5:25 PM
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By Jessica Taloney
Comment by Sirk: I don’t think the jets are going to be flying over constantly, they are just being built here. 2 Responses »
Friday January 23 2009

Controversial Judge Eyes 2010 Governor’s Race

Former Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore says he is seriously considering another race for governor. more »
2:01 PM
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By Associated Press
Comment by rosepetal: i love judge roy moore. he has my vote.  oh and frankly i would look at the crimes these model citizens did to be put on death row. 1 Responses »
Tuesday January 20 2009

Gov. Bob Riley On Obama’s Inauguration

“Today marks an historic moment for our country. The peaceful transition of the most powerful office on Earth is truly exceptional, and something that all of us, regardless of political party, can celebrate as Americans." more »
12:17 PM
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By Governor Bob Riley
Tuesday January 06 2009

Baldwin County School Cuts

Baldwin School Board meets to outline budget cuts forced by proration. System will try to avoid layoffs. more »
9:31 PM
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By Special to News 5 from BCBOE spokesman Terry Wilhite
Comment by IM4BAMA: Taxpayers…littte fyi…tuesday night meeting with board included a catered meal! Some credit should be given to the board but not the folks who… 1 Responses »
Thursday December 11 2008

Governor Riley’s Future On The Farm

Governor Bob Riley says he won't run for Sen. Richard Shelby's seat in 2010 even if Shelby decides to retire. more »
10:28 AM
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By The Associated Press
Wednesday December 10 2008

Gov. Riley Declares Internet Safety Day In Alabama

Gov. Bob Riley has proclaimed an 'Internet Safety Day' in Alabama. more »
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By Associated Press
Monday December 08 2008

Suspicious Letters Sent To State Capitols

Someone sent suspicious letters to Alabama Gov. Bob Riley, Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour and the governors of Missouri, Michigan and Rhode Island. more »
6:42 PM
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By The Associated Press
Monday December 01 2008

Riley & Obama Will Discuss The Economy

Bob Riley is one of 40 governors who will meet with President-elect Barack Obama Tuesday to discuss ways to stimulate the struggling economy. more »
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By The Associated Press.
Friday November 21 2008

Vets Get Help With Stress

Alabama publishes booklet to help vets deal with post war stress more »
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By Associated Press
Thursday November 06 2008

New Port Container Terminal Opens

Terminal will allow larger ships to load and unload products in Mobile more »
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By Associated Press
Friday October 24 2008

Grant Money Awarded To Reduce Deadly Crashes

Gov. Bob Riley has awarded $114,954 to Mobile, Baldwin and Escambia counties to help increase traffic patrols. Vehicle crashes resulted in 148 deaths in the three-county area in 2007. more »
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By Governor Bob Riley's Office
Tuesday October 21 2008

Sugar Cane Jet Fuel

Corn, cow manure, even chicken grease have all been used to make alternative fuels. In the next couple of years, you may be able to add sugar cane to that list. more »
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By Debbie Williams
Comment by southfan1981: This is a good stopgap measure. Mushrooms could save the world, as well. view »
Monday October 20 2008

Seat Belts On School Buses?

The state is performing an unprecedented $1.4 million study to see if seat belts would be a benefit for the 25 million kids who ride buses to and from school nationwide. more »
7:56 AM
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By The Associated Press
Thursday October 09 2008

Gov. Riley Rejects Offshore LNG Terminal

BREAKING NEWS Gov. Bob Riley has rejected plans for an offshore liquefied natural gas terminal about 60 miles south of Fort Morgan. more »
2:27 PM
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By WKRG Staff/The Associated Press

Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day

Alabama officials are trying to get through one day (Friday) without a traffic fatality anywhere in the state. more »
10:56 AM
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By The Associated Press
Wednesday October 08 2008

Decision On LNG Terminal Expected By Friday

Gov. Bob Riley will announce whether he will allow a Texas company to built a liquefied natural gas terminal off the coast of Alabama. more »
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By The Associated Press
Friday September 26 2008

Possible Bankruptcy For Jefferson County?

Alabama's most populous county is on the brink of filing bankruptcy over its $3.2 billion sewer debt. more »
1:47 PM
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By Associated Press
Friday August 29 2008

Juan Chastang Back On Commission

Just days after Merceria Ludgood resigned, Chastang returns to his old job. more »
9:02 AM
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By WKRG Staff
Comment by claycitymadness: that was still a rude thing for riley to do, appoint a republican representative to fill a democratic district slot. furthermore, when ms ludgood won the… view »
Wednesday August 27 2008

Bob Riley Approval Rating

Click to see results of News 5/Survey USA scientific poll. more »
7:45 AM
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By Survey USA
Comment by rosepetal: riley is a ok governor nothing fantastic, but at least alabama is not bankrupt like it was with the democrat governor.  i do not even watch the democrat… 3 Responses »
Wednesday August 13 2008

Take Back Our Highways

More than 125 additional state troopers will hit the roads August 18-24, ramping up DUI, seat belt and aggressive driving enforcement. more »
11:54 AM
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By Governor’s Press Office
Tuesday July 29 2008

Is Thomas Arthur The Real Killer?

The U.S. Supreme Court will not stop Thursday's execution, but another inmate claims he's responsible for the murder. more »
6:12 PM
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By The Associated Press
Comment by meluck: they should let him have a DNA test. That is the only proof positive. view »
Monday July 21 2008

Gov. Riley Encouraging State Employees To Carpool

To make it easier, Alabama has set up a website to help state workers find people to share a ride with. more »
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By Jamie Burch
Comment by carl: I see the trip paid off nicely for Boeing, they got a new $9 billion contract from the Arabs. I wonder how much our politicians brought back for our area… 3 Responses »
Friday July 18 2008

Price To Land VW Plant Too Steep

Gov. Bob Riley says Alabama offered Volkswagen more than the state had ever offered for an auto plant. Riley says he didn't want to keep raising the offer. more »
2:38 PM
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By The Associated Press
Comment by carl: Right ! We didn’t want to give away that new State house for our state Legislators so they wont get wet when reporting to work or a good and well… view »
Thursday July 17 2008

Governor Fighting For Upscale Hotel At Gulf State Park

Alabama Gov. Bob Riley is appealing a judge's decision that blocked state plans to build an upscale hotel and conference center at Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores. The old lodge was destroyed by Hurricane Ivan. more »
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By The Associated Press
Comment by cmb1: I see both sides, we need the revenue. but maybe a discount for Alabamians? 3 Responses »
Tuesday July 15 2008

Alabama Loses Race For Volkswagen

Gov. Bob Riley says he's disappointed the German Automaker chose to build cars in Chattanooga, Tennessee rather than Huntsville. more »
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By WKRG Staff/The Associated Press
Comment by rosepetal: rmseek1234, lol had to chase you down in kansas. now that should tell you something. welcome back. 10 Responses »
Wednesday July 09 2008

Riley: Gates Made The Right Decision

Governoer Bob Riley says Defense Decretary Robert Gates made the right decision. "It’s right for our men and women in uniform and it’s right for the American taxpayers." more »
3:13 PM
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By WKRG Staff
Comment by rosepetal: BamaBob, yes i agree on the paving, but not the road clearing to put one in right in front of the airport. they have brought in those big lights to see… 8 Responses »
Tuesday July 01 2008

Riley extends Red Snapper season

Few weeks ago, Alabama governor, Bob Riley visited the Gulf Coast and got an earful from concerned fisherman on the red snapper debate. more »
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By Chris Frye
Comment by igotbanned83: Why not? He isnt doing anything relevant with his time anyway. Yea, lets spend all of our time extending fishing season and ignore the fact that our death… view »
Wednesday June 25 2008

Riley To Congress: Get Serious About Gas Prices

Governor Bob Riley is urging Congress to increase domestic energy production by authorizing the exploration of proven American energy reserves. “How high do gas prices have to rise before Congress gets serious?" more »
12:52 PM
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By Governor Bob Riley's Office
Comment by igotbanned83: Like Riley has any room to tell someone else to get serious about a major issue that could affect citizens from here on out. How about abolishing our death… 5 Responses »
Thursday June 19 2008

Governor Riley: We Didn’t Lose

Alabama Governor Bob Riley says the fight to keep the tanker is not over, despite what the GAO thinks. more »
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By WKRG Staff
Comment by licensedtokill: We didn’t lose, we just didn’t win. 2 Responses »

Tax Breaks For Alabama College Savings Plans

A new Alabama law will offer tax incentives for parents saving for their children's college education. more »
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By Associated Press
Thursday June 12 2008

Riley Signs Education Budget

Gov. Bob Riley held a ceremonial signing for the $6.36 billion education budget Thursday at a pre-kindergarten program in Prattville. The budget is $369 million less than last year. more »
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By The Associated Press
Tuesday June 10 2008

Small Businesses Get A Break

Small businesses in Alabama are going to get a tax break on their health insurance costs starting Jan. 1. more »
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By Associated Press
Friday June 06 2008

Adjusting To Life On The Outside

About 250 people are scheduled to gather in Bay Minette on Wednesday to discuss ways to help former prisoners adjust to their new lives and avoid a return to crime. more »
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By The Associated Press
Comment by The wife: Even though I loved my babies with all my heart, I could have used some classes. We had mostly good times. Once when my toddler broke something and I saw… 1 Responses »
Wednesday June 04 2008

Riley Pushes Mobile Port During South America Trip

Alabama Governor Bob Riley has met with business officials in Santiago, Chile, hoping to attract business for Mobile's new container terminal. more »
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By The Associated Press
Comment by carl: It seems that it might not have anything to do with the tanker contract but with that much money involved you never know. 17 Responses »
Monday June 02 2008

Second Special Session?

Governor Bob Riley is considering calling legislators back to Montgomery for a second special session before the state's new fiscal year begins October 1st. more »
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By The Associated Press
Friday May 30 2008

Gov. Riley In South America

Gov. Bob Riley left Friday for a 10-day trip to Colombia, Chile, Argentina and Brazil. He was accompanied by executives of Alabama companies seeking to develop markets in South America. more »
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By The Associated Press
Tuesday May 27 2008

Governor Announces Bills For Special Session

Alabama Governor Bob Riley wants lawmakers to pass the Education Budget and remove income tax from economic stimulus checks. more »
3:12 PM
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By Emily Forrester

Ludgood’s Reaction To SCOTUS Ruling

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11:46 AM
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By Jamie Burch

SCOTUS Rules In Riley’s Favor

BREAKING NEWS: The Supreme Court says Gov. Bob Riley did not violate any laws when he appointed Juan Chastang to the Mobile County Commission. Update 1:00 p.m. more »
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By WKRG Staff/The Associated Press
Friday May 23 2008

Riley Calls Special Session

The Governor had strong words for lawmakers when he ordered them to return for a special session to approve an education budget. "Every Senator should look at every teacher in the state of Alabama and every kid and apologize." more »
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By Associated Press
Wednesday May 21 2008

Tax Rebate Checks To Be Taxed?

It may depend on whether Governor Riley calls a Special Session more »
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By Associated Press

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