HBO documentary uses inmate videos to expose conditions inside Alabama prisons
In an act reminiscent of Mamie Till’s profound gesture of defiance, Steven Davis’ mother carried a photo of her beaten son’s face with her as she searched for answers about what happened to him, with an HBO film crew shadowing her. Davis’ brother took the photo at a hospital where Davis, a man incarcerated in […]
Police searching for wanted fugitive in Alabama
ALABAMA — Authorities are seeking Terri Jo Richardson, 41, in connection with a felony warrant for attempted murder and arson in Jefferson County. Richardson is described as a 5-foot-4, 110-pound Caucasian woman with short brown hair and blue eyes. Richardson was born on May 7, 1984, and her last known address was in...
East Alabama school leaders concerned government shutdown could impact students
EAST ALABAMA, Ala. (WBRC) - School leaders in east Alabama are discussing making plans to help students who could eventually be impacted by the federal government shutdown. With the shutdown going into a second week there is concern food programs such as SNAP or WIC could see some changes in funding. That could mean...
Alabama cardboard magnate to auction 1,300 classic car collection
The CEO of a cardboard packaging company based in Cullman is auctioning off hundreds of classic cars this month, after spending years overpaying Alabama residents for their cars. Greg Rusk, who runs Rusken Packaging in Cullman, has spent years collecting classic cars. His 1,300-car collection, called “The Generous...
The complicated case of Jorge Ruiz
ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox. Reporting Highlights Serious Charge: Drivers are rarely charged with murder in fatal car crashes unless they have aggravating factors — such as past DUIs or excessive...
The Hole-In-The-Wall Alabama Shack Still Serves Catfish Plates Just Like Locals Remember
Ezell’s Fish Camp sits quietly on the banks of the Tombigbee River, a true Alabama treasure. For generations, it has welcomed visitors with crispy catfish plates made using time-honored recipes. The unpretentious setting, with its river views and simple charm, creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. Locals and...
‘They keep us in business,’ Alabama farmers praise guest-worker wage decrease
Alabama farm leaders are celebrating a new federal rule decreasing the wages agriculture-related businesses must pay people hired through a guest worker program. Advocating for changes to the H-2A program to make it more affordable for Alabama growers has been a priority this year for the Alabama Farmers Federation....
Alabama Declares October 12 as Farmers’ Day
National Farmer’s Day—October 12–represents the opportunity to spotlight the men and women whose labor feeds us and sustains rural communities across the country. On September 18, Governor Kay Ivey and Alabama Agriculture & Industries Commissioner Rick Pate joined a gathering at Sweet Creek Farm Market in Pike Road...
Banks closed tomorrow: what to know about Columbus Day in Alabama
Monday is Columbus Day, a federal holiday celebrating Christopher Columbus. It’s also known as Indigenous People’s Day, a celebration of Native Americans. In Alabama, Columbus Day is also a state holiday. Fraternal Day and American Indian Heritage Day will also be celebrated in Alabama on Monday. Banks will...
Alabama Correctional Officer Charged With Attempting To Smuggle Fentanyl And Meth Into Prison
A former Alabama prison officer is facing many charges after authorities claim he attempted to sneak drugs into the state lockup where he worked. The Alabama Department of Corrections said Friday that Curtis James Green Jr., 24, of Marion, has resigned his post following his arrest on October 4. Green...
