Birmingham’s new deputy chiefs face police staffing shortage, mass shooting investigation: ‘You have a tall task’
The Birmingham Police Department’s two newest deputy chiefs were officially sworn in Friday. The two veteran officers are ...
Birmingham police host swearing-in ceremony
The Birmingham Police Department hosted its 2024 Swearing-In Ceremony Friday. The ceremony was held to welcome Jeffery Brown, ...
Police chief and injury attorney speak on risks of police pursuits following fatal crash
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency has taken over the investigation into a crash that took the life of one woman following a ...
New West Midlands Police figures reveal force's response time to emergency calls across region
West Midlands Police response times to 999 calls are getting faster marking a remarkable turnaround for the force once rated ...
Community leaders voice support for BPD police chief as a petition circulates for his resignation
Birmingham City Councilor Darrell O’Quinn says the Thurmond has not had the resources available to him to address the public ...
State official calls for resignation of Birmingham Chief of Police
State Representative Juandalynn Givan called for the resignation of Birmingham chief of police Scott Thurmond.This after an ...
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Woodfin Turns Up Heat on Violence Prevention With New Programs, Council OKs $15M for Officer Recruitment and Retention
After a string of murders and mass murders, Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin presented a plan to the City Council on Tuesday ...
Birmingham City Council approves $15.8 million for police recruitment, retention
The Birmingham City Council approved a measure Tuesday to provide nearly $16 million in funding for the police department to hire more patrol officers.
Community activist calls for Birmingham police chief to step down amid crime concerns
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. ( WBRC) - A petition calling for Birmingham Police Chief Scott Thurmond to step down has been gaining traction, sparked by local activist Eric Hall.
Black man found hanging had sued Alabama police for brutality: ‘It’s not a suicide,’ widow says
On Jan. 9, 2024, Richardson was back in the city jail, and when he tried to call 911 for medical assistance, he said officers ...
Police launch murder probe after sudden death of woman, 22, at her home
Detectives from the Serious Crime Branch have carried out extensive enquiries following the discovery of the body of ...