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 Montgomery mayor contributes data on top manufacturers of guns used in crimes Glock was the top manufacturer among the 12 cities that contributed data. StaffJuly 21, 2022
Public safety Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist abuse victims statewide Two state organizations in Alabama are receiving grants totaling $181,736. StaffJuly 8, 2022
Public safety Mining Association, Alabama Fire College host first responder competition AMA plans on the emergency response training and mine rescue competition becoming an annual event. StaffJuly 1, 2022
Public safety U.S. Marshals conclude operation cracking down on violent fugitives, sex offenders Operation Washout led to more than 60 arrests while removing guns and drugs from the street. StaffJune 23, 2022
Public safety Tallassee mayor asks ALEA to investigate city police officer, two use-of-force incidents Mayor Johnny Hammock said in a letter to ALEA that the two incidents have troubled him considerably. Josh MoonJune 22, 2022
Public safety Church shooting: Vestavia Hills church shooting leaves two dead, one wounded The shooter is in custody and police said late Thursday night that the incident posed no additional threat to the community. Josh MoonJune 17, 2022
Public safety U.S. Attorney’s office and the FBI raise awareness of elder abuse In 2021, over 1,100 Alabama seniors reported being victims of elder fraud with losses of over $17 million. StaffJune 15, 2022
Public safety Group calls for transparency from Huntsville Police Department Citizens Coalition for Justice Reform says the department needs to honor requests for data. Eddie BurkhalterMay 18, 2022
Public safety Lawsuit alleging racism in Homewood Police Department moving forward Veteran officer Victor Sims alleges the department discriminated against him because is Black, then retaliated when he spoke out. Eddie BurkhalterMay 4, 2022
Public safety Ivey awards $10 million for emergency services providers COVID grants The state of Alabama will offer grants in an amount up to $10,320 for providers that meet eligibility requirements. StaffApril 28, 2022