Public safety Gov. Ivey awards grants to support statewide efforts to fight drugs Ivey awarded grants to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and the state’s seven regional drug task forces. StaffMarch 18, 2024
Elections Justice Sarah Stewart endorsed by Republican Sheriffs, law enforcement leaders A group of 30 Republican sheriffs and police chiefs came out to support her effort to be the next chief justice. StaffFebruary 13, 2024
Legislature Bill would expand “invisible disability” training to firefighters Some of the disorders that fall under the sensory issues or invisible disabilities include stroke, diabetes, autism spectrum disorder and dementia. Jacob HolmesJanuary 3, 2024
State State laws take effect as 2024 begins Several new laws went into effect Monday, including one that ended the state's tax on overtime pay. Jacob HolmesJanuary 2, 2024
State Governor awards more than $5.5 million for highway safety enforcement Three of the state’s regional traffic safety offices and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency will use the funds to cover overtime and extra patrol. StaffSeptember 19, 2023
Local news Tense Ozark library meeting spills into parking lot between undercover cop, LGBTQ speaker The cop said he witnessed harassment by the woman; she says he didn't immediately identify himself, stoking fear. Jacob HolmesSeptember 5, 2023
Public safety Mobile police hold press conference after man killed by tasing Attorneys representing Jawan Dallas’s family also released a response to the remarks. Patrick DarringtonJuly 10, 2023
Governor Gov. Ivey awards grants for law enforcement domestic violence training The Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence is using the funds for a statewide training to enhance responses to assist victims. StaffJune 21, 2023
Legislature A mother’s fear for her son may lead to more police training for “invisible disabilities” A study published in 2016 found that more than half of people killed by police have a disability. Patrick DarringtonMay 31, 2023
Legislature Body cam bill heads to Senate The bill makes it clear agencies can turn over footage to the subject of the recording or their representatives. Jacob HolmesMay 29, 2023