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Hanceville mayor indicted for misusing office

The longtime mayor of Hanceville, a former police officer, was indicted on 15 counts of using his office for personal gain.

Josh Moon

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November 8, 2023

State Rep. John Rogers indicted on federal obstruction of justice charge

The indictment of Rogers follows the indictment for former State Rep. Fred Plump for involvement in the same kickback scheme.

Jacob Holmes

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September 28, 2023

Former Montgomery correctional officer indicted on federal charges

Mario Avery was indicted by a federal grand jury on three counts.

Patrick Darrington

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August 31, 2023

Alabama Republicans cheer on thrice-indicted former president Trump

Trump told the audience that he sees the historic three indictments against him as a "badge of honor."

Jacob Holmes

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August 5, 2023

Former Alabama correctional officer indicted for beating three compliant prisoners

The DOJ in a lawsuit against Alabama alleges the state's correctional officers' use of violence and coverups are unconstitutional.

Eddie Burkhalter

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April 25, 2022

Former Alabama prison supervisor convicted for failing to intervene in beating

Willie Burks watched the handcuffed person be beaten, then afterward said "that’s fair,"according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

Eddie Burkhalter

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July 24, 2021

State Rep: Lee County DA’s past cases should be reviewed by AG, DOJ

Rep. Jeremy Gray, D-Opelika, wants the AG’s office or DOJ to examine all of the DA's previous cases for similar issues.

Josh Moon

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November 10, 2020

Opinion

Alabama Supreme Court’s failure to act on Hubbard is jeopardizing other cases

The attorneys working for indicted Limestone County Sheriff Mike Blakely didn’t mince words Tuesday afternoon, following Blakely’s arraignment: They’re hoping the Alabama Supreme Court saves their client.  Blakely loudly pleaded not guilty to the 12 felony ethics charges he faces, and his legal team undoubtedly will mount a defense to those specific charges.  But before … Continued

Josh Moon

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November 13, 2019

Former Alabama corrections officer indicted in beating of two inmates

A former Alabama corrections officer has been indicted on charges that he failed to stop an officer under his command from beating two inmates at the Elmore Correctional Facility.  Willie Burks, 39, is charged with making a false statement to a federal grand jury and with failing to stop another officer from “kicking and striking … Continued

Eddie Burkhalter

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September 19, 2019