Governor Gov. Ivey awards grants in support of sexual assault victims Nearly $145,000 was directed to victim services, training and prosecutions, expanding support in Mobile County and across much of Alabama. Staff3 days ago
Local news Homewood mayor urges ALEA to release bodycam footage in fatal shooting Mayor Alex Wyatt released a statement Monday urging ALEA to release bodycam footage to Jabari Peoples’ family amid calls for transparency. Mary Claire WootenJuly 15, 2025
News Gov. Ivey appoints new chair to the Board of Pardons and Paroles Hal Nash, a veteran law enforcement officer, was appointed Chair of Alabama’s Pardons and Paroles Board Mary Claire WootenJuly 8, 2025
News AG candidate Pamela Casey named “District Attorney of the Year” in Alabama Blount County DA honored for trials, victim advocacy, and child protection work StaffJuly 8, 2025
News Mayor Reed touts crime drop, city progress in 2025 mid-year Montgomery update From crime reduction to community centers, Reed says “Montgomery is working” StaffJuly 8, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey praises results of Montgomery Metro Area Crime Suppression Unit The combined law enforcement effort to address violent crime in the Montgomery area achieved positive results, with violent crime down 30 percent. StaffJune 26, 2025
Local news Montgomery mayor, MPD announce enhanced safety measures After a challenging weekend, city officials enacted an aggressive series of actions, including increased patrols and new technologies, to bolster public safety. StaffJune 24, 2025
Opinion Opinion | Violence prevention is “heart” work — and it starts with us Violence prevention isn’t just about data or funding — it’s about presence. Terrell CampbellJune 23, 2025
Local news City of Birmingham launches summer violence reduction initiatives Programs like Rise Up Birmingham and Flipping the Game offer training, leadership roles, and economic opportunity. StaffJune 17, 2025
Public safety ALDOT warns of “unpaid toll” text scam ALDOT warned citizens about a new text scam claiming unpaid toll fees. Jacob HolmesJune 12, 2025
Public safety Bureau of Pardons and Paroles board proposes scoring guideline changes The proposed scoring guidelines would add more detailed criteria and alter some point values. Mary Claire WootenMay 27, 2025