Former Limestone correctional officer and wife arrested
The former prison guard and his wife were charged with multiple counts of bribery, along with promoting contraband.
State
COVID-19 positivity, hospitalizations take a sharp rise in Alabama
The state's COVID-19 positivity rate has risen at an alarming rate over the past two weeks.
Second incarcerated man in a week dies at Bibb Correctional Facility
Danny Moore was the second incarcerated man to die at the Bibb County Facility over the previous week.
ALGOP starts GoFundMe for Alabama veterans captured in Ukraine
The veterans' families are struggling to catch up on bills and expenses incurred while bringing them home.
December 21, 2022
Dismukes’ theft trial set for Jan. 9
Dismukes is alleged to have stolen well over $2,500 worth of flooring materials from his former employer between 2016 and 2018.
Department of Corrections participates in drug sweep of two public schools
The prison system law enforcement division's participation in the school sweeps comes as overdoses and deaths inside prisons skyrocket.
Shelby applauds the USDA awarding Auburn University $9.3 million
The USDA's $9.3 million investment will establish an Institute for Rural Partnerships at Auburn University.
December 15, 2022
Ivey awards grants to assist domestic violence, sexual assault victims
The funds will provide services including safe shelter, crisis lines, counseling, referrals, advocacy and assistance in filing victims’ compensation claims.
December 15, 2022
ACLU criticizes request for longer execution window
The ACLU is criticizing Ivey for proposing that the state be granted more time to carry out certain executions.
Correctional officer arrested, charged with using office for personal gain
Rickey Cunningham was arrested by the ADOC's Law Enforcement Services Division at Donaldson Correctional Facility.