Ainsworth, Ledbetter lend support to bill designed to slash correctional incentive time
The bill has been tied to the shooting death of Bibb County Deputy Brad Johnson.
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60-plus lawyers ask for independent review of execution protocols
The letter suggests state officials follow the example of the state of Tennessee, which launched an independent investigation.
Britt brings back legislation countering “Chinese Communist Party aggression”
Britt joined colleagues in introducing four pieces of legislation aimed at holding the Chinese government accountable.
February 24, 2023
Department of Corrections struggling to comply with court order to increase staffing
Commissioner John Hamm told lawmakers he's open to suggestions and that he didn't know how to meet the court order.
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See recent postsMo Brooks really just can’t agree with … Mo Brooks
Mo can’t seem to agree with himself.
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See recent postsMontgomery can’t win like this
Politics seems to be the driving force behind the current upheaval in Montgomery. Everyone in the city stands to lose.
Two incarcerated men die in state custody over the last week
Michael Joe White and Reginald Rashard Davis were both confirmed dead between Feb. 15, and Feb. 22
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See recent postsWhy we must keep singing this song
A week or so ago, this was the first verse of the most dangerous song in America: Lift every voice and sing, ‘Til earth and heaven ring, Ring with the harmonies of liberty; Let our rejoicing rise High as the list’ning skies, Let it resound loud as the rolling sea. Crazy, right? A song about … Continued
Nucor Corp. plans $125 million facility in Decatur
Nucor has committed to creating 200 full-time jobs at the facility in Decatur.
February 23, 2023
Rep. Yarbrough to file bill to include abortion under Alabama homicide law
The bill would effectively mean that women seeking abortions could be prosecuted for homicide.