No Crime Committed in Tuscaloosa City Hall Incident Involving Councilor

Police say verbal dispute between city councilor and community member did not result in charges

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The Tuscaloosa Police Department has issued a statement following a verbal altercation that took place on Tuesday night at Tuscaloosa City Hall involving a city councilor and a member of the community. According to police, the incident was documented but no charges were filed.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the potential for tensions and disputes to arise between elected officials and community members, even in a local government setting. While no crime was committed, the situation raises questions about how such disagreements should be handled and the role of law enforcement in addressing them.

The details

The incident involved District 2 Tuscaloosa City Councilor Raevan Howard and an unnamed community member. According to police spokesperson Stephanie Taylor, Howard told officers that the community member called her a name and that they were involved in an ongoing personal dispute. The police documented the incident but did not file any charges.

  • The incident occurred on Tuesday night following a Tuscaloosa City Council meeting.

The players

Raevan Howard

A Tuscaloosa City Councilor representing District 2, and the only woman on the City Council.

Stephanie Taylor

A spokesperson for the Tuscaloosa Police Department.

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What they’re saying

“Howard told officers that the community member called her a name and said they were involved in an ongoing personal dispute.”

— Stephanie Taylor, Tuscaloosa Police Department spokesperson (Patch.com)

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for elected officials and community members to find constructive ways to address disputes and disagreements, even in the charged environment of local government. While no crime was committed, the situation underscores the importance of maintaining civility and professionalism in public discourse.