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The ignorance is killing people in Montgomery

A whole bunch of people in this debate over Montgomery aren’t interested in actually solving the problems. They’re only interested in the public fight.

Josh Moon

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April 17, 2026

Gov. Ivey signs Alabama Work Zone Safety Act

The new law created a pilot program using speed cameras in interstate work zones after crashes last year killed 11 people and injured 709.

April 15, 2026

ALDOT, ALEA remind drivers to stay alert while driving in work zones

Alabama officials urged drivers to slow down in work zones as crashes rose again, even while fatalities fell to their lowest level in a decade.

April 15, 2026

Sen. Katie Britt backs bill to close child exploitation loophole

The bipartisan measure seeks to overturn a court ruling and ensure any sexually explicit content that intentionally includes minors is illegal.

Wesley Walter

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April 14, 2026

Bill to allow ALEA takeover of Montgomery police dies in House

The bill drew fierce opposition from Montgomery leaders and Democrats, who described it as state overreach that would burden local government.

Wesley Walter

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April 10, 2026

Casey secures child predator conviction amid AG campaign

Jurors convicted the 57-year-old after prosecutors detailed the abduction, assault and basement hiding place that authorities said nearly thwarted the rescue.

April 10, 2026

Gov. Ivey signs Alabama law enforcement safety, scholarship bills

The new laws expanded scholarships for officers’ dependents and imposed tougher penalties on drivers who fled police, including repeat offenders.

April 10, 2026

House passes bill to increase penalties for eluding law enforcement

Despite strong opposition from Democrats citing systemic distrust of police, lawmakers advanced a measure making eluding officers in a vehicle a felony.

Alex Jobin

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April 3, 2026

Gov. Ivey awards grants to fund statewide narcotics enforcement

In a bid to strengthen public safety, state officials directed $800,000 to help local agencies coordinate resources and apprehend drug traffickers.

March 31, 2026