News Immunity denied for former Decatur cop, murder trial will proceed A judge ruled that former officer Mac Marquette did not prove he acted in self defense when shooting Steve Perkins. Josh MoonApril 1, 2025
Opinion Evidence, testimony in Decatur police shooting makes clear who was wrong Evidence and testimony in the Steve Perkins murder case paint a very obvious picture of who was right, and who was very wrong. Josh MoonMarch 28, 2025
Local news Decatur City Council to review police department’s internal review Green Research and Technology will share findings from it's 1,150-hour review of the Decatur Police Department. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 7, 2025
News Decatur City Council meets amid talks of mayor’s resignation Decatur Mayor Tab Bowling considers resignation as protests outside his home continue. Mary Claire WootenSeptember 4, 2024
Opinion Opinion | Decatur police officers are antagonizing their community Since Steve’s death, the community has been furious and consistently demanded justice and accountability. Patrick DarringtonApril 24, 2024
Public safety Wife of Steve Perkins arrested during peaceful protest in Decatur Catrela Perkins was arrested and later released during the latest ugly incident between DPD and citizens. Josh MoonApril 22, 2024
Courts One officer charged with murder in the death of Steve Perkins Marquette was arrested by the Morgan County Sheriff's Office and booked into the Morgan County Jail with a $30,000 bond. Patrick DarringtonJanuary 8, 2024
Featured Opinion Opinion | Decatur mayor’s shameful permit requirement latest black eye for city Upset because people are protesting outside of his house, Decatur mayor Tab Bowling wants to violate the constitution to stop them. Josh MoonJanuary 3, 2024
Public safety ALEA completes investigation into Steve Perkins’s killing The findings from ALEA’s investigation have been turned over to the Morgan County district attorney. Patrick DarringtonDecember 28, 2023
Featured Opinion Opinion | The citizens of Decatur deserve better answers in Perkins shooting After months of stalling, Decatur leaders still haven't provided clear explanations for police actions that led to Steve Perkins' death. Josh MoonDecember 15, 2023