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The bill's sponsor said the bill is needed to ensure clergy in positions of trust do not groom children who are under their authority.
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Gov. Ivey announces Two Rivers Lumber plans $115 million sawmill project
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Ivey signs anti-DEI legislation, takes effect in October
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ALGOP chair joins chorus criticizing alignment of Easter, transgender visibility day
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Hoover schools block library app to find, remove “sexual content”
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Montgomery psychiatrist named president of Alabama Medical Association
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Medical center in Mobile resumes IVF services
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sexual assault stories
Congress
This pivotal legislation mandates the implementation of a "safe-to-report" policy within the Coast Guard.
Governor
The 13 grants covering all 67 Alabama counties will ensure victims can receive medical attention, counseling and support.
Featured Opinion
In the church-going community, members are talking more openly than ever about “church hurt."
Courts
According to the superseding information and plea documents, the incident occurred on Jan. 30, 2020.
Courts
The jury found that AltaPointe failed to provide a minimum standard of care that allowed a minor patient to sexually assault another patient.
Courts
In a lawsuit filed against the City of Montgomery and MPD, Hooper claims his sexual assault arrest was part of an elaborate political scheme.
State
The funds will provide services including safe shelter, crisis lines, counseling, referrals, advocacy and assistance in filing victims’ compensation claims.
Courts
Hooper was facing a felony sexual assault charge.
Courts
Hooper had been charged with felony sexual assault, but the alleged victim refused to cooperate with his prosecution.