Corruption John Rogers, longest serving Alabama Democrat, to plead guilty to federal charges, resign Rogers has signed a plea agreement admitting to his role in a kickback scheme. Josh MoonMarch 12, 2024
Corruption Audit shows questionable expenses by Prichard Water manager An investigation is now underway into the potential misuse of funds. Jacob HolmesFebruary 15, 2022
Corruption Former Clarke County sheriff charged with ethics violations William Norris faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted of the numerous charges he's facing. Eddie BurkhalterJanuary 17, 2022
Corruption Former Athens City School superintendent pleads guilty to defrauding state Holladay faces up to five years in prison and large fines after pleading guilty. Eddie BurkhalterDecember 17, 2021
Corruption Former House speaker sent messages, made calls on state-supplied device The electronic tablet Mike Hubbard used to try to shorten his sentence was given to prisoners by a company under contract with the state. Eddie BurkhalterNovember 19, 2021
Corruption Hubbard’s attorney asks judge to consider apology and early release Former Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard is serving a 28-month sentence for 11 felony convictions. Eddie BurkhalterOctober 27, 2021
Corruption Lee County DA Brandon Hughes pleads guilty to two counts Pursuant to the plea agreement, Hughes has agreed to a three-year sentence for both counts, split to serve 10 months in jail. Brandon MoseleyJune 25, 2021
Corruption U.S. attorney: Defendants in virtual school scheme betrayed Alabama students The brazen scheme to divert money to Athens and Limestone districts essentially stole from struggling schools in the Black Belt. Josh MoonFebruary 24, 2021
Corruption Feds indict six in Alabama virtual schools scheme The indictments include two former Alabama superintendents and a former high school football coach. Josh MoonFebruary 23, 2021
Corruption Former Birmingham Water Works contractors convicted on ethics violations Both men face up to 20 years in prison and fines up to $30,000 after admitting to a bribery scheme. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 19, 2021
Corruption Lanett mayor arrested, faces felony charges of using office for personal gain If convicted, McCoy faces up to 20 years in prison, a $30,000 fine for each count and removal from office. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 16, 2021