Incarcerated man dies after assault at Limestone prison
The death and other recent homicides and suicides underscore longstanding problems in Alabama's prisons.
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Alabama Department of Corrections investigating possible suicide
The Alabama Department of Corrections is being sued by the U.S. Department of Justice over the state's deadly prisons.
Incarcerated Alabama man nearing release dies after assault
Ian Rettig was stabbed the day before his expected release — and a day before his birthday.
House OKs reduced sentence bill for inmates who complete apprenticeships
This legislation would apply upon successful completion of a qualifying academic, vocational, risk-reducing or apprenticeship program.
Legislature is having “discussions” on Medicaid expansion
Budget Chairman Greg Albritton said expansion could cost the state as much as $300 million more than the federal government says.
Gov. Kay Ivey’s prison plan faces lawsuit
The lawsuit alleges the prison plan runs afoul of the Alabama Constitution and state law.
Bureau of Pardons and Paroles expanding assistance for those recently released
Bureau Director Cam Ward is pushing to expand assistance for those on pardons and paroles.
CoreCivic settles lawsuit for $56 million, more firms pull out of Alabama prison bid
CoreCivic’s settlement comes as the company struggles to secure financing to build two of Alabama's planned three new prisons.
CoreCivic struggles to secure financing for Alabama’s new prisons
An expert said the company's problems finding enough investors could result in more costs to the state.
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