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Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Morgan County District Attorney’s Office said they intend to seek the death penalty against Decatur man Kendall Rashaid Rucker, who faces seven capital murder charges for shooting David Gullatte and Sharonda Bouldin in 2018+ his trial is scheduled for April 30. News 19
- ➤ Decatur police said John Daniel Scott Jr., arrested on April 15 for an outstanding Morgan County Failure to Appear warrant amid social media backlash, died after showing signs of distress in jail and receiving hospital treatment—ALEA and the FBI are now investigating the incident. WAAY-TV
- ➤ The Morgan County District Attorney's Office announced on April 14 that the state is seeking the death penalty for Kendall Rucker — accused of fatally shooting David Gullatte and Sharonda Bouldin at a Decatur home on Clearview Street in a 2018 capital murder case. WAAY-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city hired an engineer to lead the second phase of Church Street Northeast reconstruction (the engineering work is set to continue as planned) and is moving the project forward. Decatur Daily
- ➤ On Monday—after body camera footage showed officers use force—Council President Jacob Ladner said he supports hiring more mental health liaisons for the Decatur Police Department. Decatur Daily
- ➤ The Chamber hosted the 2025 State of the City on April 17 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Decatur Riverfront, where about 300 people gathered to hear Mayor Tab Bowling reflect on his nine years in office. He highlighted milestones such as a 65% city budget increase, completed downtown projects, and the groundbreaking of a new $55 million recreation center at Wilson Morgan Park & the discussion was moderated by Wade Weaver. Decatur Chamber of Commerce
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Stroke specialists say that Alabama residents face a higher risk of stroke from conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol since our state is in the Stroke Belt—treating these risks with lifestyle changes and prompt medical attention can lower fatal outcomes. News 19
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