Courts Former Alabama jail administrator charged with federal civil rights violation The indictment alleges former Crenshaw County Jail administrator Christian Alexander Porter assaulted a handcuffed and compliant inmate. StaffJanuary 29, 2025
Elections Alabama man sentenced for violent threats against election workers in Arizona Brian Jerry Ogstad, a 60-year-old man from Cullman, was sentenced to 30 months in prison for issuing threats. StaffOctober 24, 2024
Elections Acting U.S. attorney appoints election officer for Alabama’s Middle District The DEO is responsible for overseeing the district’s handling of election day complaints. StaffOctober 24, 2024
News Alabama U.S. attorney encourages students to take SAFE Pledge The SAFE Student Pledge recognizes the role young people play in reducing gun endangerment and violence. StaffOctober 16, 2024
Courts Alabama United States attorney announces resignation Middle District of Alabama U.S. Attorney Jonathan S. Ross has announced his resignation effective Aug. 24. StaffAugust 27, 2024
State Acting U.S. Attorney encourages Alabama students to take SAFE pledge for gun safety The SAFE Student Pledge empowers young individuals to reduce gun endangerment and violence through responsible choices. StaffOctober 17, 2023
State U.S. Attorney’s Office for middle district observes Domestic Violence Awareness Month The detrimental effects of domestic violence, dating violence, and intimate partner violence can resonate for years. StaffOctober 13, 2023
Courts Former Alabama deputy sheriff sentenced for 2020 sexual assault Joshua Davidson, 33, was sentenced to 12 and half years for sexually assaulting a woman in his custody. Patrick DarringtonAugust 28, 2023
Courts Former Balch & Bingham attorney, Drummond executive bribery convictions upheld Roberson and Gilbert's convictions were upheld by the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals. Brandon MoseleyMay 31, 2021
State U.S. attorney for the Middle District of Alabama announces retirement Louis V. Franklin Sr. retired after three decades of public service. StaffMarch 1, 2021