Opinion
Since Steve’s death, the community has been furious and consistently demanded justice and accountability.
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Alabama House minority leader endorses Vice President Harris
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Odd series of events could see new rep in HD52 by August
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Gov. Ivey delivers $3.9 million for road and bridge projects
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Alabama House minority leader endorses Vice President Harris
Bill to arrest librarians filed for 2025 session
Rep. Kelvin Lawrence arrested on alleged forgery charges
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Democratic state politicians reflect on legislative session at Tuscaloosa town hall
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Nurses, retail salespersons and retail supervisors are the top jobs in June
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Rep. Sewell accepting applications for fall 2024 internships
Alabama politicians react to Biden bowing out of the 2024 election
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UA strengthens commitment to rural communities through STARS College Network
University of Alabama shuts down DEI office to comply with state law
Troy University Surveying and Geomatics Sciences program wins national award
School choice vouchers tanked Arizona’s budget. Could they do the same in Alabama?
Troy University dean selected to attend Fulbright international seminar
- Health
ADPH requests increase in funds for CHIP during 2026 fiscal year
FTC report: PBMs inflate drug costs, harm independent pharmacies
Reproductive rights organizations: “Human beings are dying” because of state policies
Rep. Sewell, UAB to highlight research, advances in pancreatic cancer care
Alabamians safely dispose of over 4,000 pounds of medications on Take Back Day
- Opinion
Decatur Police Department stories
Public safety
Catrela Perkins was arrested and later released during the latest ugly incident between DPD and citizens.
Local news
A weekend incident is the latest in a string of arrests that have been made against protesters since the death of Stephen Perkins.
Courts
Marquette was arrested by the Morgan County Sheriff's Office and booked into the Morgan County Jail with a $30,000 bond.
Public safety
The findings from ALEA’s investigation have been turned over to the Morgan County district attorney.
Featured Opinion
After months of stalling, Decatur leaders still haven't provided clear explanations for police actions that led to Steve Perkins' death.
Local news
Decatur Mayor Tab Bowling announced police officers were terminated in the aftermath of the Stephen Perkins shooting.
Public safety
Perkins was shot and killed by police on Sept. 29 in Decatur.
Featured Opinion
In Decatur, the killing of a Black man by police has mattered to the entire community.
Public safety
Decatur chief admits that initial statement contained "misinformation," but did police violate state law by going to Perkins' home?