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.
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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.
Brookside accepts settlement, including $1.5 million compensation proposal
The Alabama town is agreeing to settle a class action lawsuit regarding its police generating revenue through fines and towing.
New bill seeks to give local police authority to arrest undocumented immigrants
A new bill looks to expand the jurisdiction of local police, allowing them to arrest individuals based on immigration status.