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Alabama Headlines

42 animals dead at Alabama shelter, 200 found starving

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Rescue workers are calling it the worst case of animal cruelty they have ever seen. More than 200 dogs, cats and horses were found caged and starving at Purple Hearted Puppies Animal Shelter in Summerdale, Alabama.

Auburn University enrolls record number of National Merit Scholars

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Auburn University is ranked second nationally out of 145 public institutions in the enrollment of National Merit Scholars, the university's Office of Enrollment Services announced this week.

Barbour County remains confirmed as missing man

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Autopsy results confirm the body found in the woods in South Barbour County earlier this week is a missing Clio man, 27-year-old Willie Pugh.

Alabama Red Cross Response Update

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A phone line specifically for people affected by the recent tornado who want to reach the American Red Cross has been established.

Preparing for Tornadoes

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With the weather we've seen in East Alabama this week, the Lee County EMA says warnings need to be taken seriously.

Severe weather threats follow deadly tornado outbreak

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The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for Autauga and Chilton counties at midday when radar indicated rotating winds in northern Autauga County, but a weather service spokesman said no damage was reported.

Former volunteer firefighter charged with burglary and theft

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According to the Lee County Sheriff's Office, 41-year-old Alan Buzan is charged with burglary and theft.

Liquidation at Auburn Kmart to start next month

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The company is closing 120 sears and Kmart stores across the country, including the one in Auburn.

10 tornadoes confirmed in Alabama on Monday

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Much of central Alabama is still picking up the pieces after 10 tornadoes hit earlier this week.

AU president accepts Toomer's tree replacement plan

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Auburn University President Jay Gouge accepts a proposal allowing the trees at Toomer's Corner to be replaced if and when they die.

Georgia Headlines

Columbus police on the lookout for SC murder suspect

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Police say 25-year-old Leo Deandre Scott has worked in Columbus and has family in the area, which led police in Beaufort, South Carolina to believe he could be headed to the area.

2 men arrested at south Columbus motel

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On Thursday at 10:00 a.m., police ay 26-year-old John Oscar Dunn was arrested at the Candlewoods Suites at 3389 Victory Dr. Dunn on warrants in both Columbus and Phenix City.

Tornado watch for parts of Georgia

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The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for the following counties: Chattahoochee, Harris, Meriwether, Muscogee, Schley, Sumter and Troup.

Two Troup Co. bridges closed due to repairs

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Due to recent inspection by the Georgia Department of Transportation the following bridges in Troup County are closed until further notice.

Starling pleads guilty to vehicular homicide

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He was sentenced to eight years behind bars followed by seven years on probation.

College Park woman wins $72M Mega Millions jackpot

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Marcia Adams, 33, matched all of the winning numbers in the Jan. 24 Mega Millions drawing.

Army plans to slash 80,000 troops from ranks, Ft. Benning impact unknown Video included

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The U.S Army is planning to restructure its combat brigades in order to help the Pentagon save billions of dollars.

Two Columbus candidates for Presidential Scholars Program

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Two high school seniors, Melissa Cousins (Northside High School) and
Benjamin Faught (Columbus High School), are candidates for the United States Presidential
Scholars Program

Groundbreaking ceremony held for new middle school Video included

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Muscogee County breaks ground on a new middle school.

Metro Columbus’ jobless rate increases to 8.9 percent in December

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The rate increased because there were fewer employed residents and the number of jobs declined by 200, mostly in the private service-related industries.

Other Headlines

Babysitter accused of pouring detergent on baby's face Video included

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Babysitter charged after pouring detergent powder and salt on infant

Cargo ship collides with Kentucky bridge

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Traffic near Aurora, Kentucky, is being rerouted after a cargo ship sheered off a span of bridge while trying to pass underneath. 

Vote For Satchel Video included

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Canine candidate works to get on the presidential ballot.

Texas speed limit increases to 75 miles per hour

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The Texas Transportation Commission approved 75 miles-per-hour-speed limits for more than 1,500 miles of interstate.

High Tech Women Video included

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Studies show that more and more women are buying consumer electronics.

Penn State Says Goodbye Video included

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Thousands of mourners attend memorial for coach Joe Paterno.

GA judge hears Obama's citizenship case

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A hearing wrapped up this morning to determine if President Obama can be on Georgia's ballot this November.

Military cuts announced

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New plan will streamline U.S. forces.

Cold Case Arrest Video included

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Suspect nabbed in 1989 torture and murder case.

Taco Bell will now open for breakfast

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After five years of testing, Taco Bell plans to launch a new breakfast menu today in 750 restaurants.

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GA judge hears Obama's citizenship case

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A hearing wrapped up this morning to determine if President Obama can be on Georgia's ballot this November.

College Park woman wins $72M Mega Millions jackpot

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Marcia Adams, 33, matched all of the winning numbers in the Jan. 24 Mega Millions drawing.

Atlanta police officer dies after being struck on interstate

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Senior police officer Gail Thomas, 46, was killed at about 11 p.m. after responding to a call to assist another officer investigating an accident on the I-75 southbound ramp to I-85 north.

10-year-old boy accused of killing father's girlfriend

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Officers say he shot Jennifer Albright inside her home last month, after she asked him to help with chores.

Cold Case Arrest Video included

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Suspect nabbed in 1989 torture and murder case.

Remains found in Barbour County could belong to missing man Video included

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According to the Barbour County Coroner, remains found Tuesday night could belong to a man who has been missing since January 14.

Starling pleads guilty to vehicular homicide

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He was sentenced to eight years behind bars followed by seven years on probation.

Liquidation at Auburn Kmart to start next month

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The company is closing 120 sears and Kmart stores across the country, including the one in Auburn.

Mistress Takes the Stand at Murder Trial Video included

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Jurors hear for the first time from the "other woman" of a love triangle at the trial of a woman accused of murdering her husband.

Tornado watch for parts of Georgia

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The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for the following counties: Chattahoochee, Harris, Meriwether, Muscogee, Schley, Sumter and Troup.

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