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Crime and Courts

Tuscaloosa County Deputies Say Teen Missing 50 Days Not in Danger
The Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office is asking for help locating a runaway teenager who was last seen 50 days ago, but said they do not believe he is in danger.

Police Make Murder Arrest in Shooting Thought Self-Defense
Investigators in Tuscaloosa have charged a man with murder in connection with a shooting in the Alberta area, which they first thought may have been a matter of self-defense.

Northport Attorney Takes on Alabama Power
In a fight for fair compensation, one attorney believes solar energy should work harder for him. The courtroom could soon become a stage for a larger energy debate.

Tuscaloosa Co. Judge Brad Almond Retires, Ivey to Name Successor
A Tuscaloosa County circuit judge who has overseen criminal and civil cases here for almost 20 years retired on Monday, and Governor Kay Ivey is looking at a trio of candidates who could replace him on the bench.

Domestic Violence Case Against Tuscaloosa Police Leader Dismissed
The felony domestic violence charge against a high-ranking Tuscaloosa Police captain was dismissed last month after the alleged victim declined to proceed with prosecution.

Police Arrest Suspects in October Tuscaloosa County Double Murder
Investigators have arrested two men and charged them with capital murder in connection with a double homicide discovered in Tuscaloosa County weeks ago.

Tuscaloosa County Man Charged With Wife's Attempted Murder
Investigators have arrested a Tuscaloosa County man who reportedly shot his wife early last week, leaving her with serious injuries.

Bibb County Indictment Reveals More About Bibb Co. Murder
The details are unsettling: a body hidden, a life lost, and a suspect who’s entered multiple pleas. What led to this grave situation?

Billboards to Highlight Missing Person Cases
Billboards across Alabama are about to take on a new purpose, shining a light on stories that deserve to be heard. Let’s talk about what’s coming.

$59 million University Beach Bond Issue Gets Court OK
Amid cheers and jeers, a judge’s ruling may alter the course of Northport forever, but not without stirring the pot of public opinion.
