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 awards grant for law enforcement training statewide The grants come from funds made available to the state by the U.S. Department of Justice. StaffApril 17, 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
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
Public safety Gov. Ivey awards $5.6 million for law enforcement programs The funds were made available to the state by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the U.S. Department of Justice. StaffFebruary 9, 2023
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