House approves $5.3 million in raises for Alabama judges and district attorneys
The bill aims to make judicial compensation uniform across the state and competitive with what other states are paying.
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Alabama Democratic Party announces support for marijuana legalization
“We’ve seen the progress that other states have made," Democratic Party Chairman Chris England said.
Anti-rioting bill advances out of committee
Democrats opposed the legislation, saying it could affect peaceful protesters, too.
Rioting bill delayed after concerns it could stifle free speech
Rep. Chris England was concerned that the new definition of a riot would result in the arrest of peaceful protestors and harsher penalties.
Committee OKs bill to make it a crime to lie to law enforcement
A bill to make it a crime to give a false statement to law enforcement advanced in the House Judiciary Committee.
Habitual offender law repeal parked in a subcommittee
The Habitual Felony Offender Act was aimed at stopping crime by giving a life sentence to anyone with three serious felonies.
ADP Chair Chris England: Capitol mob was encouraged by Brooks, Trump
Brooks and Trump both gave speeches before a large segment of the rallygoers left and attacked the U.S. Capitol building.
Chris England: 2020 was a year of building for Alabama Democrats
"This year we became a voice that can no longer be ignored,” the ADP chair said. “The numbers speak for themselves."
Doctor and her husband plead guilty to conspiracy to distribute opioids
Elizabeth Korcz, M.D., age 47, and her husband and practice manager Matthew Korcz, age 47, both pleaded guilty.
Caravan to honor the life of longtime State Rep. Alvin Holmes
The caravan is being organized by community activists Ja’Mel Brown and William Boyd.