Decatur, AL | featured news

Two Morgan County students are being disciplined for a harassment incident that took place in February, Superintendent Bill Hopkins Jr. said.

A Morgan County man who was tried three times for murder and ultimately acquitted was arrested Wednesday morning and charged with driving with a suspended driver's license.

It was a day of firsts for Decatur City Schools on Wednesday.

Hartselle Junior High student Kooper Rooks has been battling cancer at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and his family appreciates the blood donations that aid in his treatment.

Morgan County Sheriff Ana Franklin this week rejected a public records request seeking information relating to whether she has personally kept taxpayer funds designated for feeding jail inmates.

Tacked to the wall of Susan Goggins’ office, a child’s drawing of faces with different emotions — rage, sadness, concern, fear, numbness and joy — hangs. The drawing, along with the other crayon and marker creations covering the walls, serves…

Decatur Councilman Chuck Ard said the city has needs — and cannot meet them without additional revenue.

About 30 minutes after she woke up Wednesday morning, Tammy Ray walked into Austin High School history, Principal Melissa Scott said.

About 1,000 free book bags filled with school supplies were distributed during the 23rd annual Back To School Jam last Friday. Children not only went home with new backpacks, but also with a full stomach and a smile across their…

ATHENS — A Tanner resident testified Wednesday in the murder trial of Benjamin Waddle that he found his cousin with “a big hole in his back,” while Waddle stood there holding a knife.