Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:06 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:06:01 GMT
The devastating effects of the tornado in Oklahoma yesterday serve as a somber reminder that disaster can strike anywhere, anytime. That's why it's crucial to stay up-to-date on the latest breaking newsMore >>
The devastating effects of the tornado in Oklahoma yesterday serve as a somber reminder that disaster can strike anywhere, anytime.
That's why it's crucial to stay up-to-date on the latest breaking news and weather alerts.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:59 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:59:05 GMT
(WTVM) -- Scott Ressmeyer and the 11 other Miracle Riders have been on a 21-day cross-country trek to raise money and awareness for Children's Miracle Network at the Medical Center. On Friday, May 24,More >>
Scott Ressmeyer and the 11 other Miracle Riders have been on a 21-day cross-country trek to raise money and awareness for Children's Miracle Network at the Medical Center.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:58 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:58:29 GMT
The devastation you see on the television following severe weather, like the tornado that ripped through Oklahoma, may leave some children worried or confused about the images they are seeing.More >>
The devastation you see on the television following severe weather, like the tornado that ripped through Oklahoma, may leave some children worried or confused about the images they are seeing.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:56 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:56:52 GMT
The Columbus chapter of the American Red Cross hosted a blood drive Tuesday to help victims in Boston and west Texas...and now that help extends to victims of the Oklahoma tornado.More >>
The Columbus chapter of the American Red Cross hosted a blood drive Tuesday to help victims in Boston and west Texas...and now that help extends to victims of the Oklahoma tornado.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:52 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:52:43 GMT
As rescue workers continue to sift through debris searching for survivors all over Oklahoma, News Leader 9 spoke with local officials in the Valley who say they are taking measures to try to prevent More >>
As rescue workers continue to sift through debris searching for survivors all over Oklahoma, News Leader 9 spoke with local officials in the Valley who say they are taking measures to try to prevent the same thing from happening here.More >>
CHILTON COUNTY, AL (WBRC) -
A mother accused of shooting her children in Chilton County pleaded guilty today to murder and attempted murder.
Ann Marie Campbell was originally charged with capital murder but the charge was downgraded as part of the plea deal.
Prosecutors are recommending that Campbell be sentenced to 30 years for the murder charge and 20 years for attempted murder, with those sentences running concurrently. The judge could decide to make the sentences run consecutively.
Campbell's sentencing date is set for Jan. 3 in Judge John Bush's courtroom.
The estate of Johnny Michael Campbell, the 11-year-old son who died in the shooting, has filed a civil suit against Chilton County DHR that personally names three DHR employees. Johnny Campbell's estate believes the boy should have been taken out of his mother's custody before the shooting happened, claiming that DHR was notified of alleged abuse more than a year before his death.
The State Department of Human Resources issued this statement about the case to FOX6 News Thursday:
"Ann Campbell is responsible for the death of her child. The judge in the lawsuit issued a protective order that prohibits us from discussing the case."
A trial for that civil suit case is set for July 22, 2013.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:21 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:21:08 GMT
After months of negotiations between several Alabama state entities, State Bill 286 is heading to the desk of Governor Robert Bentley after passing the House in a 73-28 vote Monday. More >>
After months of negotiations between several Alabama state entities, State Bill 286 is heading to the desk of Governor Robert Bentley after passing the House in a 73-28 vote Monday. More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 2:44 PM EDT2013-05-22 18:44:07 GMT
It's not every day a baby is born weighing more than a sack of potatoes, or even your average sized watermelon. But for one Columbus family it's been a year since their little – or shall we say bigMore >>
It's not every day a baby is born weighing more than a sack of potatoes, or even your average sized watermelon. But for one Columbus family it's been a year since their little – or shall we say big – bundle of joy arrived.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:24 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:24:03 GMT
A Cusseta family told News Leader 9 they are living in fear after a man walked inside their vacant rental property, held them at gunpoint, and threatened to kill them.More >>
A Cusseta family told News Leader 9 they are living in fear after a man walked inside their vacant rental property, held them at gunpoint, and threatened to kill them.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:00 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:00:11 GMT
After much debate and a unanimous vote from the board, Edgewood Elementary and Marshall Middle schools will close their doors for the final time next Friday. But what happens after next week?
After much debate and a unanimous vote from the board, Edgewood Elementary and Marshall Middle schools will close their doors for the final time next Friday. But what happens after next week?
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:16 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:16:03 GMT
Ft. Benning handed out honors Tuesday to Army Rangers from the 3rd Battalion Unit. The men were recognized for their combat actions while deployed in Afghanistan over the last year.More >>
Ft. Benning handed out honors Tuesday to Army Rangers from the 3rd Battalion Unit.
The men were recognized for their combat actions while deployed in Afghanistan over the last year. More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:16 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:16:56 GMT
(RNN) - British officials are saying one man is dead and two others were injured in a possible terrorist attack in London on Wednesday.According to BBC News, eyewitnesses said man was attacked in a streetMore >>
British officials are saying one man is dead and two others were injured in a possible terrorist attack in London on Wednesday.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:35 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:35:17 GMT
Only one person may have won the Powerball Jackpot Saturday, but there are several million dollar winners scattered across the country, including a lucky winner in Columbus. More >>
Only one person may have won the Powerball Jackpot Saturday, but there are several million dollar winners scattered across the country, including a lucky winner in Columbus. More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:08 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:08:06 GMT
Tuesday, St. Francis Hospital hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony and a tour of their facility after completing construction to the building, which began in 2010.More >>
Tuesday, St. Francis Hospital hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony and a tour of their facility after completing construction to the building, which began in 2010.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:52 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:52:43 GMT
As rescue workers continue to sift through debris searching for survivors all over Oklahoma, News Leader 9 spoke with local officials in the Valley who say they are taking measures to try to prevent More >>
As rescue workers continue to sift through debris searching for survivors all over Oklahoma, News Leader 9 spoke with local officials in the Valley who say they are taking measures to try to prevent the same thing from happening here.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 2:56 PM EDT2013-05-22 18:56:54 GMT
(RNN) – Of the 24 killed in the EF-5 tornado that decimated Moore, OK, 10 are children - two of which are infants according to a release by the Oklahoma City Medical Examiner's Office. All the childrenMore >>
Six people are still unaccounted for in Moore, OK. Ten children, which includes two infants, were killed by the EF-5 tornado, according to the Oklahoma City Medical Examiner's Office.More >>