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$timulus money: Where's it going?

Bob Grip — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 03:46:53 GMT

More than $18 billion in stimulus money is coming to Alabama and Florida. In Alabama, about a third will go to education, with the rest divided between Medicaid, transportation and fiscal stabilization.

Guantanamo detainees to Illinois prison

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 23:34:53 GMT

A White House official says the Obama administration is considering buying a northwestern Illinois prison to house a limited number of detainees from Guantanamo Bay, along with federal inmates.

Republicans speak out on health care

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 20:58:38 GMT

House Democrats missed opportunities to improve the House-passed health care bill when they rejected Republican ideas to limit lawsuits and give states more flexibility to enact innovative changes, a GOP lawmaker said Saturday.

Palin book goes after McCain camp

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:36:55 GMT

While the book - which contains 68 color photos but no index - stays away from Levi Johnston, the former vice presidential candidate digs in when it comes to those who ran Sen. John McCain's campaign.

Sarah Palin tells all in new book

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:35:58 GMT

The rumors are true, according to Sarah Palin: The McCain-Palin campaign was not a happy family.

Bonner: AMA sold its soul to the devil

Bob Grip — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:16:40 GMT

Alabama Congressman Jo Bonner says the AARP and the AMA endorsements of the Democrat-sponsored health care bill will not change his plan to vote against the measure. Bonner talked with Fox 10 News anchor Bob Grip Friday afternoon about the impending vote.

Gov. Crist sending mixed messages

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:46:08 GMT

Gov. Charlie Crist is saying he did not endorse the $787 billion federal stimulus bill, a statement that might confuse some voters.

Gubenatorial candidates face-off in AU

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:47:51 GMT

Tuesday night at 7:00 p.m. in the Auburn University Student Center ballroom, six of the candiates with an eye on the state's top elected office answered some pretty tough questions.

White House wants credit, not blame

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:07:21 GMT

Tugged in different political directions, the White House is seeking credit for good economic news and trying to escape blame for the bad stuff.

Regina Benjamin new surgeon general

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 01:17:26 GMT

The Senate has confirmed Dr. Regina Benjamin to be the U.S. surgeon general, elevating a well-known Alabama family physician to be the nation's top doctor.

Palin's pipeline might be busted

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 16:27:31 GMT

Sarah Palin hit the vice presidential campaign trail last year and touted what Alaska could provide for the rest of America - a natural gas pipeline to help lead the country to energy independence.

Clarence Thomas speaks at Alabama

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 01:00:37 GMT

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas used an appearance at the University of Alabama to criticize his colleagues on the court for badgering attorneys during oral arguments.

Florida considers offshore drilling

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:37:34 GMT

A House panel has opened discussion of offshore drilling - what may be the hottest issue Florida lawmakers will face in next year's regular legislative session.

"Die quickly" congressman launches site

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:05:46 GMT

The Florida congressman who said Republicans want the uninsured to "die quickly" if they get sick has set up a Web site where people can post names of loved ones who have died for lack of health coverage.

Ala. Attorney General loses support

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 19:46:37 GMT

Alabama's two Republican U.S. senators are supporting Luther Strange in his campaign for attorney general against the GOP incumbent, Troy King.

Michelle Obama visits Eglin AFB

Christina Leavenworth — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 03:23:09 GMT

More than a thousand people stood in line Thursday morning for several hours waiting on Michelle Obama to arrive at Eglin Air Force Base.

Insurers mount attack on health reform

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:42:07 GMT

After working for months behind the scenes to help shape health care reform, the insurance industry is now sharply attacking the emerging plan with a report that maintains Senate legislation would increase the cost of a typical policy by hundreds of dollars a year.

Fair, open and transparent

Bob Grip — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:27:06 GMT

It's almost time to take bids, once again, for the Air Force aerial refueling tanker project. It is worth an estimated $35 billion to the firm that places the winning bid. If Northrop Grumman/EADS wins, the tankers would be assembled at Brookley Field in Mobile. The Pentagon says the bidding process will be "fair, open and transparent".

New Florida Senator sworn in

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 19:44:45 GMT

George LeMieux is Florida's newest senator.

Obama thanks labor for hard-won rights

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 18:10:47 GMT

President Barack Obama declared Monday that modern benefits like paid leave, minimum wage and Social Security "all bear the union label," as he appealed to unions to help him win the health care fight in Congress.

Obama education speech posted online

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 16:56:45 GMT

President Barack Obama plans to tell the nation's school children that they ultimately are most responsible for their own education. The White House posted his remarks.

Obama says economic crisis continues

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 14:59:06 GMT

President Barack Obama says the country still faces a "vast and complex" economic crisis and is pledging to work with business and labor to make things better.

Obama to aim speech at students

Libby Amos — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 02:51:47 GMT

The U.S. secretary of education announced Wednesday that President Obama will take on the role of "teacher" in a special address to students nationwide.

Sen. Edward M. Kennedy dies at 77

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 06:19:39 GMT

Massachusetts Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, the liberal lion of the Senate, has died after battling a brain tumor. He was 77.

Crist looks for Martinez' replacement

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 19:44:31 GMT

Gov. Charlie Crist is including longtime Republican Congressman Bill Young among the people he's considering to fill the remainder of Republican Sen. Mel Martinez' term.

Ala. Gubernatorial Candidates Forum

Renee Dials — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 21:43:23 GMT

The candidates for Alabama's 2010 Gubernatorial race were all on the gulf coast Saturday for the Business Council of Alabama Candidate forum.

GOP's biggest problem: Southerners?

Bob Grip — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:30:06 GMT

Ohio Senator George Voinovich believes southerners are the biggest problem facing the Republican Party. He voiced his opinion to the Columbus (Ohio) Dispatch newspaper.

House GOP offers health care reform

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 20:29:07 GMT

House Republicans on Wednesday unveiled a $700 billion health care plan that would offer tax credits to help people buy insurance, yet unlike Democratic proposals, wouldn't require either individuals or employers to get coverage.

Gov. Riley orders special election

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 00:44:31 GMT

Gov. Bob Riley has set the dates for special elections to fill state House District 65 in southwest Alabama.

Mobile PD chief says crime is down

Bob Grip — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:40:05 GMT

Mobile Police Chief Phillip Garrett told Fox 10 News anchor Bob Grip that crime is down in the Port City, comparing the first half of 2009 to the same time last year. He denied that Monday's announcement was timed to coincide with the deadline to declare as a candidate for mayor. It is believed that Mobile County Commissioner Stephen Nodine may run for mayor against the incumbent, Sam Jones.