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Cancer advocate urges Alabama senators to protect research funding
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Rep. Sewell welcomes Dr. Walter Gonsoulin as National Superintendent of the Year
ACCS and AAMA to offer scholarships for automotive manufacturing
Troy University to close Phenix City campus
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Troy University introduces University Honors Global Scholars Program
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Cancer advocate urges Alabama senators to protect research funding
Alabama House committee approves presumptive Medicaid care
Jackson Hospital files for bankruptcy, state lawmakers speak out in support
U.S. Senator Katie Britt continues fight to improve rural obstetrics care
Program seeks to improve youth mental health care with federal funds
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sexual assault stories
Courts
Hooper had been charged with felony sexual assault, but the alleged victim refused to cooperate with his prosecution.
Featured Opinion
Hooper’s accuser seems to have successfully matched his power with some of her own. And she just might be winning.
Courts
After the alleged victim asked that charges be dropped, a chief deputy DA said moving forward is "almost impossible."
Courts
Hooper was indicted on a felony sexual assault charge earlier this month following an incident at a Montgomery restaurant.
Prisons
A judge found that officials at the prison were shielded by qualified immunity, but the incarcerated man had presented evidence of First Amendment violations.
Courts
A jury awarded Moore $8.2 million in damages.
Courts
The trial is expected to last up to 10 days with more than 50 people on the witness list.
Public safety
The funds will provide services including safe shelter, crisis lines, counseling, referrals, advocacy, community education and prevention services.
Governor
Ivey awarded 25 grants totaling more than $9.5 million to help victims of crime across Alabama.