Jennifer Horton
Investigative Reporter at WBRC-TV (Birmingham, AL)
Investigative Reporter • violent crime • corruption • courts • criminal justice reform • COVID-19
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1 week ago |
wbrc.com | Jennifer Horton
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced his bid for US Senate Thursday. He’s vying for the Senate seat that would be vacated by Sen. Tommy Tuberville who is running for Governor. Marshall announced his intentions to run through a video called, ‘Alabama Strong’, highlighting his accomplishments and relationship with the Trump administration. Marshall is currently in his second term as Attorney General.
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2 weeks ago |
waff.com | Jennifer Horton
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WBRC) - Judge Bill Lewis will become the newest associate justice on the Alabama Supreme Court. Lewis was appointed by Governor Kay Ivey Tuesday to fill a vacancy by outgoing Justice Jay Mitchell, who’s expected to announce his candidacy for another office. “Judge Bill Lewis continues demonstrating justice and fairness under the law, as well as a willingness to serve the people of Alabama,” said Governor Ivey.
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1 month ago |
wsfa.com | Jennifer Horton
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Eight defendants charged in multiple crimes with more than 120 combined counts for the deaths and injuries of dozens of victims appeared in court this week. Due to the volume of the defendants and charges, the judge blocked off two days for hearings.
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1 month ago |
wbrc.com | Jennifer Horton
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Eight defendants charged in multiple crimes with more than 120 combined counts for the deaths and injuries of dozens of victims appeared in court this week. Due to the volume of the defendants and charges, the judge blocked off two days for hearings.
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1 month ago |
wbrc.com | Jennifer Horton
WALKER COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - New court records confirm another former Walker County Jail employee will plead guilty to a single count involving a civil rights violation. Trina Lou Blackmon Phillips is charged with deprivation of rights under the color of law in the ongoing federal investigation into the death of inmate Tony Mitchell. Phillips resigned from her position two years ago, according to Sheriff Nick Smith. Mitchell was arrested on Jan. 12, 2023.
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BREAKING: Prosecutors say Rep John Rogers contacted the person he reportedly bribed, violating his bond conditions in federal kickback case. https://t.co/dIEFph4usC @WBRCnews
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Significant hearing underway in Bham to determine whether AL lawmakers created 2nd majority-Black congressional district during a special redistricting session in July. In June SOCUS ruled AL's new map diluted the power of Black voters. Erin Davis is live tweeting, thread below⬇️
📍In line for todays hearing over Alabama’s Congressional Map. Judges will determine if the Livingston Congressional Plan 3 will meet what the Supreme Court is asking. #alpolitics https://t.co/2xI6OMxb9c
