Posts by Erica Thomas

District Attorney CJ Robinson, of the Nineteenth Circuit, announced the “Hug-a-Thug” policies are over after the sentencing of a career criminal in Chilton County.

The Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Office released information on the tragic killing of two people in October.

Nationally syndicated radio host Larry Elder weighed in on the case of a man accused of murdering at least 18 people in Birmingham between 2023 and 2024.

A McGill-Toolen High School student was indicted on assault charges after an investigation into a civil lawsuit over an alleged bullying incident.

The Birmingham Police Department showed video of an officer-involved shooting that claimed the life of one man on November 28.

At least three lawsuits have been filed by Alabama families against the online gaming platform, Roblox. Meanwhile, federal officials say criminal activity on the platform could be linked to large networks of predators.

State Rep. Jennifer Fidler (R-Silverhill) announced her bid for reelection to the Alabama State House District 94.

Gulf Shores is considering two ordinances regulating e-bikes and other mobility devices, including bicycles and motorized scooters.

As values and culture slip through the cracks one bad policy decision at a time, there is one group in Alabama watching over the flock: 1819 News.

A Ukrainian man who cannot speak English but was driving a commercial truck when it plowed into vehicles at a Thomasville intersection was granted an interpreter for court at the cost of Alabama taxpayers.

Friends and family of Baldwin County Circuit Judge Jody Bishop are asking for prayers after the judge underwent emergency open-heart surgery.

A woman was formally charged in the shooting death of her relative after an investigation by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office.

The Fairhope Public Library was presented with over $42,000 in donations from EveryLibrary during its regular meeting Monday. The funds were raised after state funding was paused by the Alabama Public Library Service earlier this year.

The 43 Key Seconds key serves as a physical reminder for drivers to review safety procedures.

Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama is hosting a Christmas ornament event for families of violent crime victims.

The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the victim in a domestic shooting that occurred Sunday in Fairfield.

The Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) is preparing for the Super 7 State Football Championship games at Protective Stadium in Birmingham.

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office took a person of interest into custody following a deadly Sunday shooting.

The Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) paused funding to the Fairhope Public Library after the library only received half of its expected $44,000, and library leaders said that could mean cuts.

Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Parish is hosting a “Quiet Christmas” service on December 15 for those seeking peace this holiday season.

The City of Mobile is using the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) to make sidewalk improvements and increase walkability throughout each of the seven districts.

Covington County pastor and author Jack Armstrong has published a new 365-day devotional for children. “The Wild Path: A Daily Outdoor Devotional for Kids” is designed for young adventurers who love God’s creation.

The Jefferson County Coroner identified a man who died at UAB Hospital following a crash on Wednesday.

The town of Wedowee is a special place. It’s small and quaint but there are a few attractions that bring people in from all over.

A Jefferson County Grand Jury indicted one of three people arrested in connection with an October 19 shooting at a place known as “The Pit” in the eastern part of the county.

U.S. Sens. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) are coming together from opposite sides of the aisle for the NIH (National Institutes of Health) Act.

The atrium at Baldwin Preparatory Academy has been named after a man known for his generosity and lifelong commitment to putting others before himself.