domestic violence

The City of Montgomery is urging residents to prioritize peace and compassion during the holiday season. Officials report that, historically, this time of year sees an increase in violence, particularly between individuals who know each other. These conflicts, which might otherwise be resolved peacefully, too often escalate into violence, with sometimes tragic and deadly consequences.

Alabamians will get the chance to learn more about domestic violence this week. The Huntsville area support group AshaKiran plans to hold a ZOOM meeting on the causes of this type of violence and what people can do about it. APR listeners have been hearing about domestic violence in the U.S. and how the issue is having international impact.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness month in Alabama. The issue is also a concern internationally. The U.S. State Department invited APR to discuss its human rights coverage with Erika Leonaite. She’s the human rights ombudsperson with the Parliament of Lithuania.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Alabama. The Centers for Disease Control estimates nearly nine percent of women are victims of violence from their partners every year.

An Alabama lawmaker has been arrested on a domestic violence charge after his wife accused him of threatening to beat her. Republican state Rep. Tracy Estes, 57, was booked Friday night at the Marion County jail on a misdemeanor charge of third-degree domestic violence.

The leader of Legal Services Alabama (LSA) is advocating for constituent access to the legal system access across the Yellowhammer State on issues like fair housing, veterans’ benefits, domestic violence and medical debt.

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