News Walker County Sheriff Nick Smith indicted for employing uncertified officers Walker County Sheriff Nick Smith was indicted for knowingly employing uncertified officers, including a deputy with a suspended certification and uncertified school resource officers. Alex JobinJune 10, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | This isn’t backing the blue If Alabama really wants to back the blue, it would help the good cops get rid of the bad ones. Josh MoonMay 19, 2025
Opinion Opinion | HB202 is Alabama’s chance to lead the nation on backing the blue It’s time we show them we’ve got their backs — because they have yours. Chief Bill PartridgeMay 7, 2025
Legislature Senate Judiciary Committee passes law enforcement immunity bill despite objections The committee advanced HB202 to broaden law enforcement immunity amid criticism over its vague protections against excessive force. Alex JobinMay 1, 2025
Legislature House Public Safety Committee members raise concerns over police obstruction bill Rep. Chris England called the legislation "troublesome," saying that the bill gives too much discretion to a law enforcement officer. Alex JobinMarch 20, 2025
Legislature Lawmaker files bill to make it harder to prosecute “stand your ground” cases The bill create a "presumption of reasonableness" and shift the burden of proof to the prosecution. Jacob HolmesMarch 14, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | Bill adding more legal protections for police adds to growing problem A bill expanding legal protections for police would only add to a growing, and troubling, problem in the state. Josh MoonMarch 14, 2025
Legislature House votes to expand police immunity after lengthy debate Democrats argued the bill goes too far and weakens accountability for law enforcement officers. Jacob HolmesMarch 7, 2025
Legislature House passes bill allowing private schools to hire school resource officers The bill passed the House unanimously and will now go to the governor's desk. Alex JobinMarch 3, 2025
Legislature House Judiciary Committee passes amended version of bill expanding immunity for cops The bill would make it harder to criminally prosecute law enforcement officers for on-duty actions. Jacob HolmesFebruary 27, 2025