State Pre-filed bills to add definition for “machine gun” and heightened penalties The three pre-filed bills aim to define "machine gun," enforce firearm storage requirements and increase penalties for machine gun crimes. Mary Claire Wooten2 days ago
Party politics ALGOP suggests Trump indictment is politically motivated Trump's arraignment is set for Tuesday, and he is expected to surrender the same day to law enforcement. John H. GlennApril 3, 2023
Public safety Montgomery, state considering citations for misdemeanor marijuana possession The policies being considered at both the state and municipal level look to the example of Tuscaloosa. Jacob HolmesApril 3, 2023
Environment Public invited to submit comments to Moody fire working group The group will review the response to the fire, and identify shortcomings or gaps in authority and resources. StaffMarch 31, 2023
Prisons Incarcerated man reported dead at Donaldson Correctional Facility Including this latest death, at least 12 incarcerated men have died in Alabama prisons in March. John H. GlennMarch 30, 2023
Prisons Easterling correctional officer charged with bringing contraband into facility According to a deposition, Thagard brought in the contraband in exchange for $10,000 in cash. Jacob HolmesMarch 29, 2023
Public safety Huntsville police officer dies, second officer in critical condition after shooting The officers were responding to a "shots fired" call when they were "ambushed," according to law enforcement officials. Josh MoonMarch 29, 2023
Prisons Three incarcerated die in two Alabama prisons in last week Eleven incarcerated individuals have been confirmed dead so far in March. John H. GlennMarch 29, 2023
Aerospace and Defense Kratos SRE welcomes Sen. Britt to facility in Birmingham Kratos SRE’s growth within Birmingham is part of the company’s overall strategy to expand leading-edge technology capabilities. StaffMarch 29, 2023
Prisons Mandatory Release vs. Parole: What’s the difference? Rep. Jerry Starnes said declining parole approvals were a hoax and claimed mandatory release lets out prisoners "left and right." Jacob HolmesMarch 28, 2023
Education PARCA: Average ACT scores, college readiness dropped for class of 2022 Average scores are down from a pre-pandemic high for the class of 2017. John H. GlennMarch 28, 2023