Legislature / Public safety 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 / April 10, 2026
Committee OKs bill to allow ALEA takeover of understaffed police agencies An Alabama Senate committee debated a bill Tuesday allowing the state to oversee major police departments if they fail to meet staffing requirements. Wesley Walter / February 25, 2026
Mayor Steven Reed highlights Montgomery’s progress, major drop in crime Reed cited major drops in violent crime and secured $50 million in federal grants during 2025, detailing progress in housing and downtown development. February 4, 2026
Montgomery secures $420,000 in grants to support local initiatives This initiative aims to foster low-carbon, resilient, and economically thriving communities. February 19, 2025
Alabama panhandling laws challenged under First Amendment The 11th Circuit Court is expected to issue a final ruling later this year. Mary Claire Wooten / January 14, 2025
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed appoints Jerime Reid as chief of staff Previously serving as COO, Reid was responsible for enhancing efficiency and effectiveness across city departments. January 8, 2025
McConnell Jones and Banks, Finley, White and Company conducts City of Montgomery performance review The audit made 60 recommendations across the first 11 city organizations examined. September 4, 2024
Mayor Reed unveils balanced budget with $20 million increase, including pay raises It includes a 15 percent pay raise for all Montgomery Police Department sworn officers and a 5 percent cost-of-living adjustment for all other city employees. August 21, 2024
Rep. Treadaway: Birmingham, Montgomery police have staffing issues Recently recognized as the “Crime Stopper of the Year,” Rep. Treadaway will sit on a new committee on urban crime. Chance Phillips / July 26, 2024
Montgomery’s new interim police chief to take a thoughtful, focused approach Jim Graboys, a 33-year police veteran, said he plans to use every resource available to fight crime as Montgomery's new interim chief. Josh Moon / June 26, 2024