Featured Opinion Opinion | The silence over law enforcement bad behavior is deafening Another sheriff got arrested recently. The lack of outrage from our lawmakers over what is a growing issue is a big problem. Josh MoonJune 17, 2025
Local news Autauga sheriff sues commission over jail conditions The sheriff evacuated the jail a year ago, claiming mold threatened the health and safety of inmates and staff. Jacob HolmesMay 26, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | Mistrial in Lowndes sheriff’s murder proves gun culture has gone too far Our gun laws and culture have encouraged an atmosphere where it's right to shoot at first fear, even if you're scared of the sheriff. Josh MoonOctober 30, 2024
Courts Defamation suit filed against Jefferson County Republican chairman, 1819 News The lawsuit alleges "several years of needless, malicious, and unwarranted misinformation." Alex JobinOctober 4, 2024
Congress Sen. Britt recognizes Baldwin County Sheriff Hoss Mack’s retirement "On behalf of the people of Alabama, I offer Sheriff Mack my heartfelt gratitude for keeping our citizens safe and wish him a long... StaffAugust 21, 2024
Public safety Former sheriff’s deputy sentenced to 29 months after beating restrained detainee Blake Hicks was sentenced Monday after repeatedly punching and kicking a man who’d been tased and who was in handcuffs. Chance PhillipsJune 25, 2024
Courts Former sheriff’s deputy pleads guilty to federal civil rights offense for excessive force Blake Hicks, 33, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to depriving an arrestee of his civil rights. StaffMarch 7, 2024
Courts Former Alabama sheriff’s deputy faces federal charges Blake Hicks, 33, is the former Elmore County sheriff’s deputy being charged with the federal crime. Patrick DarringtonNovember 6, 2023
Courts Greene County sheriff: Several bingo casinos operating illegally In a lawsuit, the sheriff claims numerous casinos are operating improperly and have defied his orders and directions. Josh MoonOctober 26, 2023
Governor Ivey appoints new Autauga County sheriff, district judge Both Harrell and Sanders were runners up in the races for their respective positions in the 2022 election cycle. Jacob HolmesJanuary 16, 2023