Courts Former sheriff’s deputy pleads guilty to federal civil rights offense for excessive force Blake Hicks, 33, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to depriving an arrestee of his civil rights. StaffMarch 7, 2024
Courts Former Alabama sheriff’s deputy faces federal charges Blake Hicks, 33, is the former Elmore County sheriff’s deputy being charged with the federal crime. Patrick DarringtonNovember 6, 2023
Courts Greene County sheriff: Several bingo casinos operating illegally In a lawsuit, the sheriff claims numerous casinos are operating improperly and have defied his orders and directions. Josh MoonOctober 26, 2023
Governor Ivey appoints new Autauga County sheriff, district judge Both Harrell and Sanders were runners up in the races for their respective positions in the 2022 election cycle. Jacob HolmesJanuary 16, 2023
State Ivey appoints new Autauga County sheriff to finish unexpired term Ivey appointed chief deputy David Hill to fill the position after the sudden passing of two-term sheriff Joe Sedinger. Jacob HolmesJanuary 2, 2023
Elections Republican candidate for Conecuh County sheriff files election contest Democrat Randy Brock was declared the winner after five additional votes were found in his favor during a recount. Jacob HolmesDecember 7, 2022
Elections Provisional ballots bring Conecuh County sheriff’s race to tie, recount Friday If still tied after a recount, the winner will be decided by a game of chance. Jacob HolmesNovember 16, 2022
Courts Former sheriff enters guilty plea A former Clarke County sheriff pleaded guilty to using false information to secure a loan to pay for gambling debts. Josh MoonSeptember 27, 2022
Local news Woman shot with rubber bullets six times in 2020 Huntsville protest sues city, sheriff A doctor had to remove a rubber bullet that was lodged in April Grubb's calf, according to the lawsuit. Eddie BurkhalterJune 7, 2022
State Governor appoints Joshua McLaughlin as Limestone County Sheriff McLaughlin currently serves as the chief investigator in the Limestone County District Attorney’s Office. StaffSeptember 2, 2021