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Wiregrass Police Departments Hiring and Offering Community Academies

Enterprise and Dothan police departments are actively recruiting new officers and inviting residents to learn more about policing.

Centre Police Complete Tactical Firearms Training

Officers practiced building-clearing techniques at former City Hall facility.

Police Vehicle Involved in Montgomery Crash During Gunfire Response

No injuries reported after collision involving MPD vehicle

Trussville and Center Point Fire Departments Respond to Structure Fire

No injuries reported after crews quickly extinguish blaze

Lauderdale County Chase Ends with Suspect's Body Pulled from Pond

Authorities say the suspect fled on foot into a nearby pond after a vehicle pursuit and did not resurface.

Alabama Woman Arrested After Turnpike Chase Through Lewiston, Auburn

Suspect taken for psychiatric evaluation after spike strips disabled her vehicle near New Gloucester toll plaza

Morgan County Sheriff's Office Hosts Scam Prevention Series

The series aims to educate residents on common fraud tactics and how to protect themselves.

Alert Issued For Missing 12-Year-Old Girl In Northport

Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office seeks public's help locating Brandi Simmons, last seen Tuesday evening.

Birmingham Police Arrest Suspect in South Birmingham Armed Robbery

Elric Freeman of Birmingham charged with first-degree robbery in December 2025 incident.

Millbrook High School Under Lockdown

School administrators say students are safe during Code Red lockdown

Alabama Police Chief Calls for More Mental Health Resources After 3 Officers Shot

Calera Police Chief David Hyche emphasizes the dangers officers face when responding to mental health crises.

Decatur Police to Hold Town Hall Meeting

Residents invited to share feedback on local law enforcement

Four Dogs Transferred to GBHS Critical Care Clinic After Law Enforcement Action

Animal welfare investigation on Ranchero Drive leads to rescue of four dogs now receiving specialized medical care.

Fiery Crash on Bluegrass Parkway After Illegal U-Turn

Semi driver's dangerous maneuver leads to collision with another truck

Retired Prattville Police Captain Albert Bates Wadsworth Dies at 78

Wadsworth served the community for over 40 years before retiring in 2016.

One Dead, Two Injured in Etowah County Truck Crash

Vehicle left the road, crashed into fence and pond in Gadsden, Alabama

Jury Finds Luther Watkins Guilty Of Capital Murder In Killing Of Tuscaloosa Police Officer

Watkins now faces sentencing next week that could include the death penalty under Alabama law.

Man Dies in Tuscaloosa Police Custody After Combative Encounter

Authorities investigating after 33-year-old man became unresponsive during struggle with officers.

Man Dies in Tuscaloosa Police Custody

Authorities provide few details on the incident

Officer-Involved Shooting Shakes Quiet Montgomery Neighborhood

Suspect killed, ALEA agent wounded in Dannelly Pines incident