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 Former Citronelle police chief indictment alleges use of excessive force According to the indictment, Norris kneed a man multiple times in the abdomen, causing him injury. Jacob HolmesOctober 4, 2022
Public safety Governor awards grant to bolster public safety in Birmingham The grants are designed to help police and community organizations reduce crime. StaffAugust 31, 2022
Public safety Perry Hooper Jr. arrested on first-degree sexual abuse charge Hooper is a member of the Alabama Republican Party Executive Committee and a former state representative. John H. GlennAugust 23, 2022
Public safety Alabama among five states with the highest per capita costs from gun violence Gun violence costs the state about $15.4 billion in an average year. StaffJuly 21, 2022
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