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 Gov. Ivey clarifies: no plans to deploy National Guard in Birmingham State Rep. Juandalynn Givan said Monday that Birmingham is “one step away from having to call in the National Guard.” Jacob HolmesSeptember 25, 2024
Public safety Alabama PREP Center graduates 51 in reentry program, boosts job readiness This cohort included 51 individuals who completed a range of reentry programs, including mental health and substance use counseling. StaffSeptember 24, 2024
Public safety Central Alabama Crimestoppers hosts gun buyback in Montgomery Central Alabama Crimestoppers will host a gun buyback Saturday in Montgomery, offering cash for firearms to promote community safety. Mary Claire WootenSeptember 19, 2024
Public safety Gov. Ivey taps Anthony Lowery to serve as Baldwin County sheriff Lowery presently serves as chief deputy in the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office. StaffAugust 27, 2024
Public safety Man pleads guilty to detonating explosive outside of Alabama AG’s office The FBI is investigating the case with assistance from the ATF. StaffAugust 26, 2024
Public safety Former Alabama police sergeant pleads guilty to civil rights offense Ryan Phillips pleaded guilty to depriving an arrestee of his civil rights under color of law. StaffAugust 19, 2024
News U.S. Senator Katie Britt introduces Lulu’s Law in honor of brave Alabama teenager Lulu’s Law will enable shark attack alerts via mobile phone warnings for public safety. StaffJuly 31, 2024
Public safety U.S. Attorney’s Office launches initiative targetting gun switches Operation Flip the Switch will target the illegal machinegun conversion devices as Birmingham sees a rise in usage throughout the city. Mary Claire WootenJuly 19, 2024
Public safety Former sheriff’s deputy sentenced to 29 months after beating restrained detainee Blake Hicks was sentenced Monday after repeatedly punching and kicking a man who’d been tased and who was in handcuffs. Chance PhillipsJune 25, 2024
Public safety ALDOT limits road construction for Memorial Day Weekend, urges safe driving ALDOT is asking drivers to put safety first during the heavily traveled holiday period. StaffMay 21, 2024