Sen. Coleman pre-files bills to combat excessive use of force by police
SB-16 would prohibit officers from using the four-point restraint, also known as the hog-tie position.
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Birmingham Chief of Police Scott Thurmond announces retirement
Birmingham Chief of Police Scott Thurmond will retire on Nov. 23, with Deputy Chief Michael Pickett tapped to serve as interim chief.
Federal appeals court rules Alabama pastor arrested for watering plants can sue police
Pastor Jennings was arrested by Childersburg police while watering his neighbors' plants.
Former Alabama police sergeant pleads guilty to civil rights offense
Ryan Phillips pleaded guilty to depriving an arrestee of his civil rights under color of law.
August 19, 2024
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See recent postsReed calms fears, details city’s plans to address gun violence, other issues
Montgomery resident have demanded that Mayor Reed "do something" about crime. On Tuesday, he explained they're doing a lot.
Incident ALGOP claimed as political violence was merely road rage, police say
Athens Police said neither victim nor witness implied any political motivation.
Gov. Ivey awards grants to support statewide efforts to fight drugs
Ivey awarded grants to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and the state’s seven regional drug task forces.
March 18, 2024
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See recent postsMedia must scrutinize power, not police morality
With such power comes a profound responsibility to discern the public interest from morbid curiosity.
Democrats nominate Travis Hendrix for House District 55 race
With no Republican opponent, Hendrix is all but guaranteed to win the seat.
Governor awards more than $5.5 million for highway safety enforcement
Three of the state’s regional traffic safety offices and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency will use the funds to cover overtime and extra patrol.
September 19, 2023