CrimeStoppers, Alabama State University work together to prevent school violence
CrimeStoppers, Alabama State University and the Bureau of Justice Assistance are coming together in the hopes of preventing violence on school campuses.
School Safety
ALEA urges safety as new school year begins
As students, teachers and families across the state prepare for a new school year, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency wants you to remember that “back to school” also means back to safety near school zones.
Marion woman raises safety concerns following school fight
From the West Alabama Newsroom– A Marion woman says three students jumped her 14-year-old daughter at school earlier this month. But the punishment they got — was like a slap on the wrist. Cellphone video of the incident shows Jamiyah Murphy — getting pulled out of her seat — dragged to the floor — and punched repeatedly. Two students involved…
Active shooter training drill held at Prattville Christian Academy
Gunfire, sirens and helicopters could be heard in Prattville as first responders took part in an active shooting training drill at Prattville Christian Academy.
Opp High School Student Detained after Safety Threat on Campus
Opp City Schools says a student at Opp High School has been transferred to police after a security threat Friday morning.
Pike Road Schools Changes Policies for Athletic Events
Pike Road Schools has announced changes to its policies regarding attendance at athletic events.
All Auburn City Schools to Have at Least One School Resource Officer
Auburn police have announced that there will be at least one school resource officer in every school in Auburn City Schools in the 2022-23 school year.
One on One with New Dallas Co. School Superintendent
From the West Alabama Newsroom– The Dallas County School system is getting ready for the upcoming school year — under the leadership of a new superintendent. Superintendent Anthony Sampson is fired up about his new job. And he’s moving forward with a three point focus. He says student achievement is the number one priority and goal of public education. “We…
Montgomery Co. Sheriff Talks about Guns at Schools
Montgomery County Sheriff Derrick Cunningham took time to talk with Alabama News Rising Anchor David Lamb about recent gun incidents at schools.
Some Montgomery School Bus Drivers Not Satisfied with Safety Measures
Some school bus drivers for Montgomery Public Schools say they’re not satisfied with the conditions of their return to work on Tuesday, Oct. 13. The bus drivers say they’re returning to work with no mechanics, no supervisors and no guidance on COVID-19 safety measures. They say they’re worried for their own safety and the safety of the children. They say…
