Alabama columnist, Post's Moore stories win Pulitzers
for "lyrical and courageous commentary that is rooted in Alabama but has a national resonance in scrutinizing corrupt politicians, championing the rights of women and calling out hypocrisy."
Bill would increase hotel allowance for Tennessee lawmakers
bill would increase the daily living allowance by $30 to $60 for legislative business days. Lawmakers who live outside a 50-mile radius are eligible for $170 for hotel reimbursements.
Tennessee Senate to take up school spanking bill
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Tennessee Senate is scheduled to vote on a bill that would ban the spanking of disabled children at public schools.
Navy: Training jet flew too low - for thrills - before Tellico Plains crash
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Navy is citing pilot error for a military training jet crash in Tennessee that killed the two aboard, saying it was being flown for thrills and too low.
Georgia's peach crop expected to be better than last year's
MACON, Ga. (AP) - Middle Georgia peach growers are expecting a bumper crop this summer, though the start of peach season will be slow.
$50,000 Powerball Winner in Chattanooga
Nashville, TN (WDEF) - A lucky Powerball player in Chattanooga won $50,000 from last night's drawing by matching four of the five white numbers drawn plus the red Powerball. This prize is just one of nine total ways to win…
Tennessee prosecutors end clash over opioids lawsuits
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A clash has ended between the Tennessee attorney general and local prosecutors over lawsuits against drug companies for costs of the opioid epidemic.
Fast-food workers challenge federal minimum wage ruling
(AP) Alabama is one of five states without a state minimum wage law. Birmingham's workers protested to raise wages in 2015.
2 Memphis officers charged with helping transport heroin
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - Two police officers in Tennessee have been charged with helping transport what they thought was a large amount of heroin.
Man Arrested for Rape
Junior Pascual Pedro faces four counts of 2nd degree rape.
NRA endorses Georgia politician who led fight against Delta
Casey Cagle, who is running for Governor, blocked a tax break for Delta after the airline cut ties to the NRA.
Investigators: man shot while trying to burn a home
Witnesses say he was uninvited and threatened a member of the family.
What Sen. Alexander learned about opiods on his spring break
WASHINGTON D.C. (WDEF) - On Wednesday, Sen. Lamar Alexander talked about a hearing on his bill dealing with the opioid crisis. He calls it the next step in ending the national opioid crisis. " We have lots of people in…
More than 10,000 Tennesseans apply for free-tuition program for adults
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Gov. Bill Haslam has announced that more than 10,000 adults have applied to Tennessee Reconnect, the state's new program that allows adults, no matter their age, to go to community college or technical schools tuition-free. Haslam…
Tennessee Legislature passes 7-day liquor sales law
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Tennessee Legislature has passed a bill that would allow seven-day liquor and wine sales, despite opposition from religious conservatives. Afterward, the Tennessee Pastors Network called the measure "despicable." If signed by the governor, liquor stores…
Tennessee teacher indicted for inappropriate conduct
JACKSON, Tennessee (WDEF) - A grand jury has indicted a teacher at Dyersburg High School in west Tennessee. The TBI began investigating accusations against John Mark Moody in early March of having inappropriate relationships with multiple students. He was indicted…
Sunday alcohol sales half way home in Tennessee Legislature
Sponsor Gerald McCormick of Chattanooga says the bill clears up inconsistencies in Tennessee law.
Google officially breaks ground in Bridgeport
BRIDGEPORT, Ala. (WDEF) -- Google executives joined with top Alabama elected officials in Bridgeport Monday to officially break ground on the new $600 million data center. The plant is set to become Google's 14th data center in the world. When…
Sewanee student charged with setting frat on fire
WINCHESTER, Tennessee (WDEF) - The TBI announced the arrest of a University of the South student this afternoon. A Franklin County Grand Jury indicted 22 year old Philip Roper of Richmond, Virginia. He faces one count of Arson and one…
Dept. of Ed promises fewer school tests next year
For the first time, department eliminates two TNReady exams
Alabama university releases video views of twister
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. (AP) - An Alabama college that's still recovering from a tornado strike has released surveillance video showing what the storm looked like as it hit campus. Jacksonville State University released a video compilation made from multiple cameras when…
Tennessee GOP committee votes to remove 8 primary candidates
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Tennessee Republican Party's executive committee has decided to remove seven GOP candidates for U.S. Senate and one in the governor's race from the August primary election ballot.
Ex-airport official accused of stealing $130K in cellphones
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A Tennessee man is accused of stealing more than $130,000 in cellphones through his former role as an airport authority official.
Ivey talks successes, controversies of first year in office
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey is marking the first year of her administration after suddenly being thrust into office by the resignation of Gov. Robert Bentley.