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Democratic Party procedure could revoke nomination from Sebrina Martin

Parties are not legally required to follow primary results, and Democratic Party bylaws provide for the removal of a nominee.

June 13, 2022

Dueling child custody bills seek to emphasize joint custody

Debate focused on the creation of a presumption that joint physical custody should be issued and that it should be split equally.

March 15, 2022

Mayor requests removal of ankle monitor, states altercation was self-defense

In a court filing, Tallassee Mayor Johnny Hammock alleges his wife has a history of abuse, alcoholism and mental illness.

February 11, 2022

Governor allocated funds to assist domestic violence victims

Eighteen nonprofit agencies will be allocated funds from the state’s Domestic Violence Trust Fund to assist victims of domestic violence.

February 4, 2022

Governor Ivey awards $2.6 million in grants to assist victims of domestic violence

The governor awarded the funds to the Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence and seven nonprofit agencies that serve victims in their communities.

February 3, 2022

Tallassee mayor arrested on domestic violence charge

In August of 2021, Hammock announced his candidacy for the Alabama Public Service Commission as a Republican.

January 17, 2022

Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist domestic violence and sexual assault victims statewide

The funds will provide services including safe shelter, crisis lines, counseling, referrals, advocacy, community education and prevention services.

January 1, 2022

Birmingham mayor’s office employee arrested on domestic violence charge

Uche Bean, 32, was appointed deputy in November and has worked within the mayor's office for over three years.

December 23, 2021

Gov. Ivey awards more than $9.5 million to assist victims of crime

Ivey awarded 25 grants totaling more than $9.5 million to help victims of crime across Alabama.

December 17, 2021