Prisons Hal Nash officially sworn in as new chair of parole board Nash is replacing controversial parole board chair Leigh Gwathney, who oversaw a sharp decline in parole approvals. Jacob Holmes7 hours ago
Prisons Woman found dead in Alabama jail just days after being detained The nature of Washington's death has not yet been made public. Alex JobinJanuary 7, 2025
Prisons Alabama incarceration rates rose in 2023 amid overcrowding Alabama’s incarceration rate rose in 2023 with a 6.3 percent increase in women prisoners. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 2, 2025
Prisons Steve Marshall proud Alabama leads US in executions, despite backlash This year marks the first time Alabama has led the U.S. in executions. Wesley WalterDecember 27, 2024
Prisons Wrongful death lawsuit claims ADOC ignored kidnapping, torture, rape and more The federal lawsuit alleges ADOC officials ignored repeated reports of the kidnap, torture, beating and rape of an inmate who died as a result. Josh MoonDecember 19, 2024
Prisons Governor hosts largest correctional officer trainee class at mansion The reception featured congratulations from Governor Ivey and a chance for the trainees to view the Mansion’s Christmas decorations. StaffDecember 6, 2024
Prisons Execution of Carey Grayson sparks victim’s daughter’s powerful plea Jodi Haley, DeBlieux’s daughter, spoke with raw emotion to those gathered at the execution, according to media reports. Her words provided a rare perspective. Bill BrittNovember 22, 2024
Prisons ADOC unveils Governor Kay Ivey Correctional Complex in prison reform effort Located in Elmore County, the Governor Kay Ivey Correctional Complex will feature 54 buildings spanning over 1.4 million square feet. Bill BrittNovember 14, 2024
Prisons Tutwiler correctional officer arrested on custodial sexual misconduct charges Under Alabama law, custodial sexual misconduct is a serious criminal charge. StaffNovember 8, 2024
Prisons Federal judge rules that third nitrogen gas execution may proceed Judge R. Austin Huffaker Jr. rejected the claims that the method violates constitutional protections. Mary Claire WootenNovember 7, 2024
Prisons Alabama Department of Corrections reports on contraband interdiction efforts ADOC’s Law Enforcement Services Division has reported 133 arrests related to contraband. StaffNovember 7, 2024