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Domestic Violence Leads to Shooting in Anniston

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Anniston, AL – On Saturday, March 21, 2026, the Anniston Police Department was dispatched to the 1600 block of Duncan Avenue with a report of a victim with a gunshot wound. Upon arrival, officers conducted a search of the residence and located a victim suffering from a gunshot wound. Officers began rendering aid as paramedics were […]

Most Wanted by the Calhoun County Sheriff | March 18 2026

Most wanted poster with sheriff star nailed to a wood plank wall with 4 mugshots of wanted people

Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]

Anniston Police Department to Purchase All Weather Drone Thanks to Norfolk Southern

Photo of Anniston Police Patch with drone in background flying

Anniston, AL. – The Anniston Police Department announced they have received a grant from Norfolk Southern in the amount of $15,000, which will enable them to purchase a new drone to assist officers. Currently, the department has two drones, but neither are all-weather and cannot be flown in inclement weather. The new drone, a DJI Matrice […]

This Weeks Most Wanted in Calhoun County | March 13, 2026

This weeks most wanted March 13, 2026

Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]

Most Wanted by the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office | March 4, 2026

Old west paper with the word wanted on the front and a gold sheriff's star. Also contains 5 arrest photos of subject now wanted.

Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]

William “Carl” Moses Promoted to Chief Deputy of Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office

William “Carl” Moses Promoted to Chief Deputy of Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office

Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office has announced the promotion of William Carl “Carl” Moses to the position of Chief Deputy, placing him second-in-command of the agency and entrusting him with broad operational and strategic oversight responsibilities. As Chief Deputy, Moses now oversees strategic development and daily operations across the entire Sheriff’s Office. […]

Most Wanted by the Calhoun County Sheriff | February 28, 2026

old west paper with sheriff's star attached to wood background

Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]

Most Wanted by the Calhoun County Sheriff | February 18, 2026

Most Wanted Cover

Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]

Anniston Apartment Fire Destroys Unit

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Anniston, AL. – On February 16, 2026, at approximately 12:10 pm, the City of Anniston Fire Department received a call regarding a possible structure fire at 1610 Warrior Road at the Warrior Apartments. Upon arrival firefighters could visibly see heavy smoke coming from the reported building. The Calhoun Journal spoke with Assistant Chief, Kat Meherg, […]