Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:18 PM EDT2013-05-15 03:18:43 GMT
Alabama State University has retained the law firm of White, Arnold & Dowd in Birmingham to assist the institution as forensic auditors comb through the university's finances. In an email to WSFA 12 News,More >>
Alabama State University hired a former federal judge to provide legal counsel in relation to the ongoing forensic audit.More >>
Tuesday, February 5 2013 9:45 PM EST2013-02-06 02:45:38 GMT
All last year we heard the "good news" about Alabama's unemployment numbers dropping and new jobs being created all over our fair state. And while it's true that unemployment has dropped, that is farMore >>
All last year we heard the "good news" about Alabama's unemployment numbers dropping and new jobs being created all over our fair state. And while it's true that unemployment has dropped, that is farMore >>
Saturday, February 2 2013 9:00 AM EST2013-02-02 14:00:10 GMT
After a federal report on conditions at Tutwiler Prison for Women in Wetumpka found appalling problems, the state's commissioner of corrections promised aggressive changes to address those issues. AsMore >>
After a federal report on conditions at Tutwiler Prison for Women in Wetumpka found appalling problems, the state's commissioner of corrections promised aggressive changes to address those issues. AsMore >>
Friday, January 4 2013 7:00 PM EST2013-01-05 00:00:43 GMT
Huntsville, AL (WAFF) - It's been an exhausting week for Mo Brooks. The 5th District Representative walked into the WAFF 48 News offices just after 4:00 p.m. Friday afternoon, straight off a connectingMore >>
Mo Brooks discusses his vote against Sandy relief, the Fiscal Cliff, Social Security payroll taxes and more as he begins his second term in Washington.More >>
Wednesday, November 7 2012 9:48 AM EST2012-11-07 14:48:58 GMT
(RNN) – Obama took on a variety of issues during his first term in the Oval Office, and he pledged to continue his plan of economic recovery in the next four years. His campaign rode the theme of "Change"More >>
"This is a time of great challenges for America, and I pray the president will be successful in guiding our nation," said Mitt Romney in his concession speech.More >>
Tuesday, November 6 2012 10:34 PM EST2012-11-07 03:34:41 GMT
Here are the results of the presidential and all state and local elections. Scroll down to see nationwide, state by state presidential election results.More >>
Click here to see local and national voting results from the November 6th election.More >>
Tuesday, November 6 2012 11:19 AM EST2012-11-06 16:19:41 GMT
Alabama election officials are reporting a strong voter turnout, with long lines at many polling places. A Houston County election official said the polls were "bombarded" when they opened at 7 a.m. andMore >>
Alabama election officials are reporting a strong voter turnout, with long lines at many polling places. More >>
Tuesday, November 6 2012 10:38 AM EST2012-11-06 15:38:58 GMT
On Nov. 6, Alabama voters -- or at least those who take their voting responsibilities seriously -- will make several important decisions on constitutional amendments. There are 11 amendments to be votedMore >>
On Nov. 6, Alabama voters -- or at least those who take their voting responsibilities seriously -- will make several important decisions on constitutional amendments. There are 11 amendments to be votedMore >>
Monday, November 5 2012 11:40 AM EST2012-11-05 16:40:16 GMT
Alabama Republicans are holding their election night party at a gun range, where participants will be able to shoot a few rounds as returns come in.More >>
Alabama Republicans are holding their election night party at a gun range, where participants will be able to shoot a few rounds as returns come in.More >>
Friday, October 26 2012 5:46 PM EDT2012-10-26 21:46:05 GMT
Back in 2007, Alabama legislators found a new way to anger the voters of Alabama -- they gave themselves a whopping 61 percent pay increase. Now Alabama voters finally have a chance in the coming electionMore >>
Back in 2007, Alabama legislators found a new way to anger the voters of Alabama -- they gave themselves a whopping 61 percent pay increase. Now Alabama voters finally have...More >>
It's hard to imagine an issue that would bring together such disparate groups as dedicated gun enthusiasts and tree-hugging environmentalists, conservative business executives and mountain bikers, kayakersMore >>
It's hard to imagine an issue that would bring together such disparate groups as dedicated gun enthusiasts and tree-hugging environmentalists, conservative business executives and mountain bikers, kayakers and the League of Women Voters. But there is such an issue, and Alabama voters will have a chance to support or oppose it when they go to the polls on Nov. 6.More >>
Friday, October 12 2012 5:49 PM EDT2012-10-12 21:49:39 GMT
The recent referendum on state government funding made voting easy for those few Alabamians who went to the polls. Since turnout was light and only one issue was on the ballot, there were almost no lines.More >>
The recent referendum on state government funding made voting easy for those few Alabamians who went to the polls. Since turnout was light and only one issue was on the ballot, there were almost no lines.More >>
Thursday, October 11 2012 7:20 PM EDT2012-10-11 23:20:17 GMT
This November we Alabamians will be casting votes on 10 amendments in addition to the state and federal races on the ballot. One amendment sure to get a lot of attention focuses on legislative pay andMore >>
This November we Alabamians will be casting votes on 10 amendments in addition to the state and federal races on the ballot. One amendment sure to get a lot of attention focuses on legislative pay and expenses. It reads as follows:More >>
Thursday, August 30 2012 9:11 AM EDT2012-08-30 13:11:20 GMT
A retired teacher and former Alabama football star will now be two of the top leaders in Phenix City. A day after winning at the polls, Phenix City mayor-elect Eddie Lowe and soon-to-be district two council-womanMore >>
A retired teacher and former Alabama football star will now be two of the top leaders in Phenix City.More >>
Tuesday, August 28 2012 10:44 AM EDT2012-08-28 14:44:08 GMT
The Justice Department announced it will monitor municipal elections Tuesday Aug. 28 in Lanett, Reform and Phenix City to ensure compliance with the 1965 Voting Rights Act.More >>
The Justice Department announced it will monitor municipal elections Tuesday Aug. 28 in Lanett, Reform and Phenix City to ensure compliance with the 1965 Voting Rights Act.More >>
Wednesday, January 23 2013 11:50 AM EST2013-01-23 16:50:15 GMT
Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman, Ranking Member, members of the committee, both older and new. I'm very grateful for this opportunity and I thank you very much for your patience to give me the chanceMore >>
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's opening remarks before her testimony in front of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Wednesday.More >>
Saturday, November 10 2012 1:48 PM EST2012-11-10 18:48:37 GMT
(RNN) – With the majority of ballots counted and the question of who will be the next president put to rest, only Florida remains undecided as vote tallies continued into Wednesday. With 97 percent reported,More >>
The state of Florida has finished its tally, and its 29 electoral votes went to President Barack Obama. Not that it mattered. More >>
Wednesday, November 7 2012 9:48 AM EST2012-11-07 14:48:58 GMT
(RNN) – Obama took on a variety of issues during his first term in the Oval Office, and he pledged to continue his plan of economic recovery in the next four years. His campaign rode the theme of "Change"More >>
"This is a time of great challenges for America, and I pray the president will be successful in guiding our nation," said Mitt Romney in his concession speech.More >>
Which president had the first telephone? Which commander in chief gambled away the White House china? Or who loved jelly beans? Discover some fun facts about some of the men who've been president.More >>
Do you know which president was the first to have a telephone? Which commander in chief gambled away the White House china? Or who loved jelly beans? Discover some fun facts about some of the men who've held the highest office in the United States.More >>
The 2012 election may be over, but not all may be lost for Republicans looking for love. Thanks to chemistry.com, you can find your political equal in these cities.More >>
Republicans lost the 2012 presidential election, but not all may be lost for members of the GOP looking for love. Chemistry.com lists the cities they are most likely to find their political equal.More >>
Inaugurations have evolved to reflect a changing U.S. and the personalities of the men occupying the office.More >>
Inaugurations have evolved to reflect a changing U.S. and the personalities of the men occupying the office. Here's a look at some of the inaugurations for years past. More >>
The final debate before the 2012 presidential election provided an endless amount of viral internet memes as well as the inspiration for some creative fictional Twitter hash tags.More >>
The final debate before the 2012 presidential election provided enough memorable moments - one in particular about the Navy - to create an endless amount of viral internet memes. It also was the inspiration for some creative fictional Twitter hash tags.More >>
Former general Thein Sein on Monday becomes the first Myanmar president to be welcomed to the White House in almost 47 years, crowning a dramatic diplomatic rehabilitation for his nation after years of...More >>
Former general Thein Sein on Monday becomes the first Myanmar president to be welcomed to the White House in almost 47 years, crowning a dramatic diplomatic rehabilitation for his nation after years of international...More >>
The Associated Press' president and chief executive says the government's secret seizure of two months of reporters' phone records has already had a chilling effect on newsgathering, a week after the...More >>
The Associated Press' president and chief executive says the government's secret seizure of two months of reporters' phone records has already had a chilling effect on newsgathering, a week after the subpoenas...More >>
More than 85,000 veterans were treated last year for injuries or illness stemming from sexual abuse in the military, and 4,000 sought disability benefits, underscoring the staggering long-term impact of a crisis that...More >>
More than 85,000 veterans were treated last year for injuries or illness stemming from sexual abuse in the military, and 4,000 sought disability benefits, underscoring the staggering long-term impact of a crisis that has...More >>
In the spring of 1963, a prominent civil rights leader led dozens of protesters on a four-mile march from a predominantly African-American college campus to the center of Charlotte's downtown.More >>
In the spring of 1963, a prominent civil rights leader led dozens of protesters on a four-mile march from a predominantly African-American college campus to the center of Charlotte's downtown.More >>
The president and CEO of The Associated Press says the government's seizure of AP journalists' phone records was "unconstitutional" and already has had a chilling effect on newsgathering.More >>
The president and chief executive officer of The Associated Press on Sunday called the government's secret seizure of two months of reporters' phone records "unconstitutional" and said the news cooperative had not...More >>
Saturday, November 10 2012 1:48 PM EST2012-11-10 18:48:37 GMT
(RNN) – With the majority of ballots counted and the question of who will be the next president put to rest, only Florida remains undecided as vote tallies continued into Wednesday. With 97 percent reported,More >>
The state of Florida has finished its tally, and its 29 electoral votes went to President Barack Obama. Not that it mattered. More >>
Wednesday, November 7 2012 9:48 AM EST2012-11-07 14:48:58 GMT
(RNN) – Obama took on a variety of issues during his first term in the Oval Office, and he pledged to continue his plan of economic recovery in the next four years. His campaign rode the theme of "Change"More >>
"This is a time of great challenges for America, and I pray the president will be successful in guiding our nation," said Mitt Romney in his concession speech.More >>
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