Governor Gov. Ivey announces grants to support domestic violence shelters The funding is through the state’s Domestic Violence Trust Fund. StaffFebruary 16, 2023
State Ivey awards grants to assist domestic violence, sexual assault victims The funds will provide services including safe shelter, crisis lines, counseling, referrals, advocacy and assistance in filing victims’ compensation claims. StaffDecember 15, 2022
Prisons Holman warden built career after altercations with women cost him Trooper job Holman warden Terry Raybon was involved in two physical altercations that led to his termination from the Department of Public Safety. Jacob HolmesAugust 9, 2022
State Gov. Ivey awards grants to support agencies assisting domestic violence victims The funds were made available by the U.S. Department of Justice. StaffAugust 2, 2022
Elections Alabama Democratic Party disqualifies Sebrina Martin A subcommittee found substantial evidence that Martin violated bylaws of the party as well as multiple canons of judicial ethics. Jacob HolmesJuly 19, 2022
Public safety Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist abuse victims statewide Two state organizations in Alabama are receiving grants totaling $181,736. StaffJuly 8, 2022
Elections Democratic Party procedure could revoke nomination from Sebrina Martin Parties are not legally required to follow primary results, and Democratic Party bylaws provide for the removal of a nominee. Jacob HolmesJune 13, 2022
Legislature Dueling child custody bills seek to emphasize joint custody Debate focused on the creation of a presumption that joint physical custody should be issued and that it should be split equally. Jacob HolmesMarch 15, 2022
Courts Mayor requests removal of ankle monitor, states altercation was self-defense In a court filing, Tallassee Mayor Johnny Hammock alleges his wife has a history of abuse, alcoholism and mental illness. Josh MoonFebruary 11, 2022
Governor Governor allocated funds to assist domestic violence victims Eighteen nonprofit agencies will be allocated funds from the state’s Domestic Violence Trust Fund to assist victims of domestic violence. StaffFebruary 4, 2022