Legislature / Public safety Committee weighs bill to criminalize “interference with a first responder” Proponents argued the measure addresses safety issues, while opponents warned it could limit police accountability and First Amendment rights. Alex Jobin / March 19, 2026
Project Say Something, Florence to erect marker on racist origins of “Eternal Vigil” The proposed marker will provide historical context and acknowledge the racial injustices perpetuated in the past. April 16, 2024
Civil rights group to settle with city of Florence over ordinances used to curb protests Project Say Something said they expect the city council to pass new ordinances that clarify and add protections for protestors. Jacob Holmes / September 19, 2023
Civil rights group sues City of Florence over ordinances used to curb protests Protesters say the police chief began requiring them to pay for police protection and even used noise ordinances on unamplified voices. April 20, 2022
Grassroots organizations speak out against “divisive concepts” bill An identical bill has already passed out of a Senate committee, leaving the full Senate as the last hurdle to reaching Gov. Kay Ivey's desk. Jacob Holmes / March 29, 2022