Prisons Wrongful death lawsuit claims ADOC ignored kidnapping, torture, rape and more The federal lawsuit alleges ADOC officials ignored repeated reports of the kidnap, torture, beating and rape of an inmate who died as a result. Josh Moon16 hours ago
Education Troy University announces new Ph.D., master’s programs The new degree options include a Ph.D. in criminology and a Master of Business Administration in data analytics. StaffNovember 15, 2024
Public safety Birmingham community leaders talk gun violence solutions The panel discussed how Alabama's lack of gun laws might influence the environment, and what can be done to reverse trends toward gun violence. Jacob HolmesNovember 14, 2024
Prisons ADOC unveils Governor Kay Ivey Correctional Complex in prison reform effort Located in Elmore County, the Governor Kay Ivey Correctional Complex will feature 54 buildings spanning over 1.4 million square feet. Bill BrittNovember 14, 2024
State Alabama chief justice-elect advocates for more programs to reduce recidivism Alabama Chief Justice-elect Stewart emphasized expanding courts and job programs at the Alabama Reentry meeting Tuesday. Mary Claire WootenNovember 13, 2024
Public safety Suspect charged with possession of machine gun in Tuskegee mass shooting The shooting left 1 dead and 16 others injured early Sunday morning. Jacob HolmesNovember 11, 2024
Infrastructure Gov. Ivey awards $17M in grants for infrastructure in 41 Alabama communities These grants address a range of community needs, from upgrading water and sewer systems to building fire stations. StaffNovember 11, 2024
Prisons Tutwiler correctional officer arrested on custodial sexual misconduct charges Under Alabama law, custodial sexual misconduct is a serious criminal charge. StaffNovember 8, 2024
Prisons Federal judge rules that third nitrogen gas execution may proceed Judge R. Austin Huffaker Jr. rejected the claims that the method violates constitutional protections. Mary Claire WootenNovember 7, 2024
Aerospace and Defense Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth announces Aerospace and Defense Council Ainsworth said he is hopeful that the coalition can help bring Space Command to Alabama. Jacob HolmesNovember 7, 2024
Prisons Alabama Department of Corrections reports on contraband interdiction efforts ADOC’s Law Enforcement Services Division has reported 133 arrests related to contraband. StaffNovember 7, 2024