Alabama families first; why we must eradicate the illegal Chinese vape epidemic: op-ed
In Alabama, family comes first. We raise our children to respect the law, take responsibility, and look out for one another. As Sheriff, I took an oath to protect the people of this county, including confronting threats that put our children, our communities, and our future at risk. One of those threats is the...
New bill would require police to have probable cause before searching boats in Alabama
Random boat inspections could be a thing of the past if Governor Kay Ivey signs Alabama HB254 into law.
U.S. Space Command offers ‘significant’ relocation bonuses to move from Colorado to Alabama
U.S. Space Command is rolling out substantial relocation and retention bonuses to encourage civilian employees to move from its longstanding Colorado Springs headquarters to its future permanent home at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville.
This Alabama bar one of America’s best for beer, according to USA Today
It’s 5 o’clock. You’ve wrapped the day, and somewhere between that first deep breath and the first cold sip, beer just makes sense. Beer isn’t just a beverage, it’s a vibe. Of course, even a great beer is better in the right room—with the taps, the buzz and the bartenders who get it. That’s exactly why, when it comes...
Alabama gas prices spike after US attacks Iran: Where is it cheapest?
Alabama’s average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline has increased by 24 cents just in the last week, according to AAA Alabama. But gas prices around the state remain significantly less than the national average. AAA Alabama says the average price is $2.88 at pumps around Alabama....
HCSO arrests Alabama man following traffic stop
On Monday, March 2, a deputy with the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) conducted a traffic stop on Highway 79, leading to the arrest of an Alabama man. The passenger in the vehicle, later identified as Austin Lee Robbins of Slocomb, Alabama, provided the deputy with a false name. A warrant check revealed Robbins...
Austal, Poarch Creeks sign agreement, will expand Alabama shipbuilding capacity
Austal USA and the Poarch Band of Creek Indians have signed a memorandum of understanding that will partner the two entities in a project to expand regional shipbuilding capacity. The partnership, formally signed on Friday, will see PCI provide support services to Austal, as it strives to meet rising production...
Man charged in armed robbery at Montgomery gas station
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Montgomery police have arrested a man on robbery charges following an incident at a gas station Sunday morning. Justin Jashon Thomas, 22, was charged with robbery 1st after he allegedly held a store clerk at gun point at the Circle K on N. Eastern Boulevard. According...
One person arrested after shooting into vehicle that had children inside in Alabama
ALABAMA — A Mobile woman has been arrested after allegedly firing a gun into a vehicle occupied by children, according to the Mobile Police Department. Police said officers were dispatched around 10 p.m. Monday to a residence in the 2000 block of Gimon Circle in reference to a shooting. When officers arrived, they...
North Alabama Crime Roundup: Murder Suspect Nabbed & Meth Distribution Indictments Shake Region
North Alabama law enforcement has been busy with major developments in recent weeks — from a suspected murderer captured locally to significant indictments in an ongoing drug distribution investigation. Last week, an 18-year-old murder suspect from Florida was arrested in Limestone County after authorities tracked...

















