The Alabama Cannabis Commission is not a victim
AMCC director John McMillan tried to paint his commission as a victim of frivolous lawsuits, but such a characterization defies logic and the truth.
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U.S. Attorney’s office and the FBI raise awareness of elder abuse
In 2021, over 1,100 Alabama seniors reported being victims of elder fraud with losses of over $17 million.
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Mayor requests removal of ankle monitor, states altercation was self-defense
In a court filing, Tallassee Mayor Johnny Hammock alleges his wife has a history of abuse, alcoholism and mental illness.
Bill to prevent tax-related identity theft heads to president’s desk
The Senate unanimously passed bipartisan legislation last week to thwart identity theft tax refund fraud and prevent American taxpayers and seniors from falling victim. Tax-related identity theft occurs when someone uses a stolen Social Security number to file a tax return claiming a fraudulent refund. The bill was authored by U.S. Sens. Doug Jones and … Continued
Justice Department report documents horrific violence, sexual abuse in Alabama prisons
Back in February 2017, an inmate was eating his evening meal when other inmates sexually assaulted him inside his dormitory at Fountain Correction Facility, a medium-security Alabama men’s prison opened in 1955 near Atmore. The prison is designed for 831 inmates, but it currently holds more than 1,200 prisoners at 150 percent its intended capacity, … Continued
Documents, sources indicate AHSAA had no choice in Maori Davenport suspension
Maori Davenport is the victim. On that point, pretty much everyone agrees. The talented senior basketball player from Troy’s Charles Henderson High has been suspended for her senior year for accepting and cashing an $857.20 check from USA Basketball — a “lost wages” payment mistakenly sent to Davenport. The question is who’s to blame. For … Continued
Parole Board will no longer consider early parole for most serious felonies
The Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles submitted a corrective action plan to Gov. Kay Ivey Wednesday including policy changes concerning the way the board considers parole for the most serious offenders. The board will no longer consider early parole for inmates convicted of Class A felonies involving serious physical injury to a victim. Instead, those offenders … Continued
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See recent postsAG Steve Marshall defends complicity in sexual assault
By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Last week under the headline, “State attorney general defends decision to keep accused sexual harasser on staff when he was a DA,” al.com’s Howard Koplowitz, let current appointed state’s Attorney General Steve Marshall explain why he kept Assistant District Attorney Byron Waldrop on his staff even after a federal … Continued
The same men quick to judge Bentley rush to Roy Moore’s defense
By Chip Brownlee Alabama Political Reporter The allegations facing U.S. Senate candidate Roy Moore are not Alabama’s first experience with alleged sexual improprieties among the state’s top brass. The reaction, however, is much different from the two men who led the charge against former Gov. Robert Bentley when he was accused of having an affair … Continued
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See recent postsWhy I Strongly Support Trump
By Frances Taylor President, Alabama Federation of Republican Women As we race toward the conclusion of this presidential race, I am often asked my opinion of Donald Trump, especially in light of the revelation of a private conversation and the attacks from the left. It is easy for me to discuss why I so strongly … Continued