News Gov. Kay Ivey commutes death sentence of Rocky Myers to life in prison Governor Ivey, who has overseen 22 executions during her tenure, stated, "I have enough questions about Mr. Myers' guilt that I cannot move forward... Bill Britt21 hours ago
Public safety AG issues statement in-line-of-duty death of Irondale Police Lt. Mark Meadows Meadows was setting up traffic cones at an intersection when he was struck by a vehicle. StaffJanuary 7, 2025
Public safety EMA Director Smitherman keeps state ahead of emergencies The primary work of the agency is strengthening the resilience of the state to mitigate impacts from disasters. Jacob HolmesJanuary 2, 2025
Public safety Former Alabama police sergeant sentenced for assaulting arrestee Ryan Phillips, a former sergeant with the Daleville Police Department, previously pleaded guilty. StaffDecember 18, 2024
Public safety Birmingham ties its single year homicide record Alabama is currently among the states with the highest gun death rates in the U.S. Alex JobinDecember 17, 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
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
Public safety Alabama, Virginia join forces in Operation Free to combat fentanyl epidemic Alabama law enforcement agencies seized more than 48,800 grams of illicit drugs, including approximately 1,700 grams of fentanyl. StaffNovember 4, 2024
Public safety Gov. Ivey awards over $7.6 million for Alabama highway safety enforcement The grants will help fund major highway safety campaigns. StaffOctober 10, 2024
Public safety Birmingham looks to expand gun violence intervention program The Birmingham VIP2 has seen high rates of success and low rates of incarceration and retaliation among its clients since 2023. Mary Claire WootenOctober 9, 2024