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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.

December 14, 2022

Suspicious letter at ADOC HQ ruled harmless after building evacuated

A powder inside the letter was later determined to be cellulose powder, a harmless food additive.

December 14, 2022

Alabama advocacy groups praise Ivey’s execution moratorium

Advocacy groups took issue with Ivey's messaging, but welcomed the halt on executions with the opportunity for reform.

November 22, 2022

ADOC confirms DOJ visited St. Clair Correctional Facility last week

The DOJ attorneys conducted interviews with incarcerated individuals on their conditions and treatment within the facility.

October 26, 2022

Alabama clergy calls on Ivey to address inmate’s health

A viral photo last month showed the deterioration of Kastellio Vaughan inside Staton Correctional Facility in Elmore.

October 17, 2022

Alabama prison strike enters third week

Work stoppages are declining but five of 14 major correctional facilities still remain on general strike.

October 11, 2022

“We are citizens:” Incarcerated activist says Ivey is creating dangerous situation

Governor Kay Ivey continues to maintain that the demands put forward by individuals are "unreasonable."

October 3, 2022

State likely to approve short-term extension of prison health contract

The company has failed to meet court-mandated levels of mental health care staff in ADOC’s correctional facilities.

August 31, 2022

ADOC rescinds healthcare contract, will start a new search for provider

ADOC had selected YesCare to be its new health and mental health care provider on June 30.

August 9, 2022

Alabama’s prison system sees one of the deadliest weeks in recent memory

The ADOC spokesperson did not give a cause of death for each incarcerated man and said that their deaths are being investigated.

July 13, 2022