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Report: AG’s wife died of gunshot wound

A self-inflicted gunshot wound killed the wife of Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, according to a report from Murfreesboro, Tennessee, police. Bridgette Marshall, 45, was found by Murfreesboro PD in her apartment in the city, on Puckett Creek Crossing, a little before 8 a.m. Sunday. The report, which was first reported by al.com, states a female … Continued
June 27, 2018

Alabama remains a safe haven for hate

In 1968, shortly after gunning down Martin Luther King Jr. at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, James Earl Ray was running from police, who were, he believed, right on his tail. He was looking for an escape route — a place where people might not be too upset by his crime. He turned his Mustang … Continued
April 18, 2018

State Rep. Allen Treadaway’s daughter dies in car accident

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter The daughter of State Representative Allen Treadaway, R-Morris, was killed in an early Sunday morning two-vehicle accident. According to media reports, 31-year-old Kelsey Treadaway was traveling on I-65 near Good Hope, Alabama, when her vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle at approximately 3:00 a.m.  The accident is … Continued
February 26, 2018

Bill to allow police to arrest shoplifters in stores is carried over in committee

By Brandon Moseley  Alabama Political Reporter The Senate Judiciary Committee voted to carry over a bill that would have made it easier and quicker for police to arrest shoplifters at last weeks committee meeting. Senate Bill 58 is sponsored by state Sen. Clyde Chambliss, R-Prattville. Chambliss said that the Prattville Police Department has had some … Continued
February 20, 2018

The importance of civil asset forfeiture

By Brian McVeigh and Dave Sutton The Alabama Legislature is considering legislation that would change the way civil asset forfeitures are handled in Alabama. While well-meaning, some of the proposed changes would essentially gut what is an effective crime-fighting tool while making it easier for drug dealers and other criminals to hang on to their … Continued
February 12, 2018

This is why they’re kneeling

By Josh Moon Alabama Political Reporter The boy was 12 and standing in a public park when the police cruiser pulled up, carrying two officers who protect little kids. Instead of protecting him, though, before the car came to a complete stop, one of the officers shot the boy. The 12-year-old died holding a toy … Continued
September 26, 2017

Bentley says Alabama will not support Sanctuary Cities

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, January 31, 2017, the Birmingham City Council voted to make Birmingham a Sanctuary City for illegal immigrants. Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (R) responded to the action saying that the State of Alabama will not support Sanctuary Cities. Governor Bentley said, “President Trump has already taken decisive and necessary … Continued
February 1, 2017

More Reaction to Baton Rouge Police Slayings

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Sunday, July 17 a peaceful Sunday morning in the south was violently disrupted when heavily armed militants ambushed the Baton Rouge police department. Three officers and a militant were killed in the ensuing gun battle. Three other officers were wounded in the fighting. People across Alabama mourned the loss … Continued
July 19, 2016

Mobile Police Officer Returns to Work

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, July 7, Mobile police officer Harold “Harry” Hurst returned to work, signaling to many that Mobile authorities have cleared the officer of any wrongdoing in the killing of 19 year old Michael Moore in a recent traffic stop. State Representative Napoleon Bracy (D-Mobile) released a statement from the … Continued
July 8, 2016

Bentley Says Obama Intentionally Circumventing the States

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Wednesday, December 2, Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (R) sent another letter to the White House reiterating his ongoing concerns with the Obama Administration over the refugee vetting process and the lack of information and involvement among states. Gov. Bentley said in a statement, “I continue to have great … Continued
December 3, 2015