Birmingham looks to expand gun violence intervention program
The Birmingham VIP2 has seen high rates of success and low rates of incarceration and retaliation among its clients since 2023.
Public safety
FBI’s 2023 hate crime report shows surge targeting Black, Jewish, and LGBTQ+ communities
Alabama, too, is caught in the undertow of this national trend.
Gov. Ivey clarifies: no plans to deploy National Guard in Birmingham
State Rep. Juandalynn Givan said Monday that Birmingham is “one step away from having to call in the National Guard.”
Alabama PREP Center graduates 51 in reentry program, boosts job readiness
This cohort included 51 individuals who completed a range of reentry programs, including mental health and substance use counseling.
September 24, 2024
Central Alabama Crimestoppers hosts gun buyback in Montgomery
Central Alabama Crimestoppers will host a gun buyback Saturday in Montgomery, offering cash for firearms to promote community safety.
Gov. Ivey taps Anthony Lowery to serve as Baldwin County sheriff
Lowery presently serves as chief deputy in the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office.
August 27, 2024
Man pleads guilty to detonating explosive outside of Alabama AG’s office
The FBI is investigating the case with assistance from the ATF.
August 26, 2024
Former Alabama police sergeant pleads guilty to civil rights offense
Ryan Phillips pleaded guilty to depriving an arrestee of his civil rights under color of law.
August 19, 2024
U.S. Senator Katie Britt introduces Lulu’s Law in honor of brave Alabama teenager
Lulu’s Law will enable shark attack alerts via mobile phone warnings for public safety.
July 31, 2024
U.S. Attorney’s Office launches initiative targetting gun switches
Operation Flip the Switch will target the illegal machinegun conversion devices as Birmingham sees a rise in usage throughout the city.