Alabama police would have greater immunity from lawsuits, prosecution under ‘back the blue’ bill
Gov. Kay Ivey said enhanced legal protections are needed to protect police from "Monday morning quarterbacking in the courts.
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Concerns arise over possible state appointed police chiefs
State lawmakers are proposing a bill that could benefit understaffed police departments, but one first responder has serious ...
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Alabama House committee approves bill allowing governor, AG to appoint local police chiefs
Alabama House committee approves bill allowing state officials to appoint local police chiefs during public safety ...
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State officials could appoint interim police chiefs without city oversight under proposed law
A proposed bill could give two of the highest state officials the authority to appoint police chiefs who do not have to ...
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Governor supports bill to protect police in use of force cases
ALABAMA — A new proposal in the Alabama Legislature to expand legal protections for police officers has been hailed by Governor Ivey. She said in her “State of the State” speech Tuesday, the ...
What to expect for the 2025 Alabama legislative session
Before state leaders officially get started, House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter provided a preview of what to expect for this ...
City seized 1,866 illegal guns in 2024; Montgomery mayor calls for state law reform
The Montgomery Police Department confiscated approximately 1,866 illegal firearms in 2024, including 41 with Glock switches.
Demetrius Frazier, a 'vicious' killer, is set to be executed in Alabama. Who is he?
Demetrius Terrence Frazier is set to be executed with nitrogen gas for the rape and murder of 41-year-old Pauline Brown in ...