Senator criticizes prosecution of Alabama mother for taking prescription while pregnant
The prosecution "flies in the face" of the intent of the law, said Sen. Clyde Chambliss, one of the bill's sponsors.
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State, Hubbard file for one-week extension to finish redacting prison transcripts
The Attorney General's Office said transcripts have been provided to the defense counsel and the redaction process is under way.
An odd series of events in the Hubbard case
The was a hearing without notice, a motion without opposition and redactions that could leave the public in the dark.
State: Former House speaker tried to influence prison legislation from prison
The state also said Mike Hubbard, in jail phone calls, repeatedly contradicted his letter to the court in which he took responsibility for his crimes.
Alabama probate judge removed from bench for racist, sexist comments
Talladega Probate Judge Randy Jinks was accused by employees in his office of creating a hostile work environment.
Alabama chicken farmers get first settlements in federal lawsuit
Perdue Farms and Tyson Foods agreed to pay out $35 million in the wage-fixing lawsuit.
Federal judge: Alabama’s anti-panhandling laws likely violate constitution
Federal court Judge Keith Watkins said the laws against begging and soliciting are likely be to deemed violations of free speech.
Supreme Court blocks Biden administration’s eviction moratorium
The high court said congressional action would be required to prevent renters from losing their homes in the midst of a pandemic.
Judge: No proof VictoryLand is a public nuisance, lots of proof it’s a public benefit
The court ruled the state had failed to provide evidence that VictoryLand posed any real threat to the peace.
Alabama’s longest serving sheriff convicted on two felony charges
Limestone County Sheriff Mike Blakely was convicted of felony theft and a felony ethics charge.