ALBERTVILLE, AL (WAFF)- The U.S. Supreme Court ruled against the state of Alabama's request for a new look at the state's immigration law.

The Justices will not revive the section of the law that made it a crime to harbor people living here illegally.

Justice Antonin Scalia was the only Justice who voted to hear the appeal.

This appeal challenged the ruling by the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals that stated immigration is a federal issue.

The bill's sponsor, Representative Kerry Rich of Albertville, said the federal government's handling of immigration is the reason he pushed for the law in the first place.

"And I agree that the federal government should handle it, but the problem is the federal government is not handling it," Rich said.

Local humanitarian groups call this ruling a win, saying they're relieved they will not face charges for harboring illegal immigrants.

Registration for the Whole Back State Theatre's Little Actors' Camp will open early htis year. Registration begins May 1st.

This three day mini camp is for preschool children who have NOT entered Kindergarten. Children ages 3-5 will have the opportunity to experience theatre the way the "BIG KIDS" do. Children will attend acting, singing, movement, crafts, costumes, and other fun theatre related classes. A parents' waiting area will be arranged where parents may linger near by their sweeties. Reading will not be required. A mini revue will be presented on Friday June 28th at 1130AM in the Dot Moore Auditorium.

By Brad Travis

A south wind will return to the area Friday afternoon along with more sunshine.  Clouds will increase throughout the day and temperatures will be in the lower 70s with no rain Friday.