The state of Alabama is set to resume executions after the Alabama Supreme Court issued a death warrant for death row inmate James Barber. This comes after Alabama paused executions last November because Gov. Kay Ivey ordered a review of state execution protocol because of two botched lethal injection attempts. Now that the review is […]

Sen. Tommy Tuberville announced Monday 12 high school students from the Yellowhammer State have accepted their appointments to military academies across the country. “America’s national security depends on brave young men and women who are willing to serve in our armed forces,” Tuberville (R-Auburn) said. “I am proud that some of our most talented young […]

When spots for summer vacations come to mind many people don’t think of Mobile, Ala., as a top destination. However, according to USA Today, that could be changing. The publication, on its 10Best shortlist, recently named Mobile as its No. 2 summer vacation destination, trailing only Mackinac Island, Mich. The rest of the 10Best are […]

After many thought that the Alabama Democratic Party couldn’t possibly become more chaotic, the minority party in the Yellowhammer State appears to have descended further into that same chaos over the weekend. In fact, Tabitha Isner, vice chair of the party, called the whole day “a sham from start to finish.” In a controversial executive […]

The world’s largest producer of aircraft celebrated a company milestone Monday in the Port City. At an event that included elected, industry and business officials, Airbus announced it had produced Delta Airlines’ 100th U.S.-made Airbus A320 family aircraft. “Delta has had a truly essential role in the growth story of Airbus in Mobile and manufacturing […]

Four siblings, who are quadruplets, graduated from the University of Alabama over the weekend. Annagrace, Chloe, Michaela, and Max Hansen of Pennsylvania decided to come south to the university, but for different reasons. Chloe, a criminal justice major, changed her original college destination after visiting the campus. “I had committed to play lacrosse at LaSalle […]

A Centre police officer was fired after his arrest Wednesday for allegedly planting evidence. Michael Kilgore’s official charge is listed as criminal conspiracy to commit a controlled substance crime-distribution. Centre Police Chief Kirk Blankenship said Kilgore was no longer with the department. “We are very disappointed in Kilgore’s conduct,” Blankenship said. “There is no excuse […]

Alabama’s economic potential appears to be growing with each passing year. Declaring May World Trade Month, Gov. Kay Ivey recognized six Alabama-based businesses at a Wednesday awards ceremony in Montgomery. All six businesses recognized have played a major role in export activities within the Yellowhammer State. “Thanks to tremendous levels of innovation, craftsmanship and ingenuity, […]

Casey White took a plea deal Thursday to avoid a charge of felony murder and plead guilty to one count of first-degree escape instead. District Attorney Chris Connolly said White approached him with the idea of the deal at the status hearing. For Robert Tuten, White’s attorney, the plea deal was unexpected. “You’re probably just […]

The overall cost of rent could be increasing in the Yellowhammer State. Legislation has been introduced in the Alabama Senate that would effectively remove price caps on security deposits for renters across the state. The bill, SB 242, is being sponsored by Sen. Keith Kelley (R-Anniston). Some believe the bill could make an already difficult […]

The Biden administration recently revealed that they are making preparations to send 1,500 troops to the southern border. This, the White House said, will be in an effort to deter illegal immigration. Since 2020, millions of illegal immigrants have surged into the United States unchecked. Some in Washington feel President Biden doesn’t understand the significance […]

A “nightmare” drug that has caused devastation and death throughout Alabama and across the country was the central topic Wednesday at a hearing of the Homeland Security Subcommittee of the Senate Committee on Appropriations. Sens. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) and  Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) led the hearing with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Homeland Security officials. […]

Tucker Carlson has been all over the news as of late. However, the former Fox News commentator is carrying on with business as usual and business as usual includes an upcoming stop in the Yellowhammer State. Carlson will be speaking Thursday in Oxford for Rainbow Omega, a faith-based non-profit organization in Eastaboga that provides vocational […]

Sen. Tommy Tuberville continued his push for Alabama’s farmers and agricultural interests  at a Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee hearing Tuesday. The hearing was about commodity programs and farm safety nets. Tuberville (R-Auburn) questioned Patrick Johnson of the National Cotton Council on financial protection programs and Karla Baker Thompson of the U.S. Peanut Federation, […]

Several major changes have come to Twitter since Elon Musk’s purchase and takeover of the social media giant a few months ago. From stripping blue checks to changing weather warning systems, Musk has flipped the platform on its head. Mike Gremillion, director of the Global Water Security Center at the University of Alabama, said some […]

The SPACECOM saga continues. Sen. Tommy Tuberville, today at a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing, once again asked Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall if a decision had been made regarding the final location of the U.S. Space Command headquarters. Two years ago, following an extensive search for the best location for the new home of SPACECOM, the […]

With a nod toward the state’s soybean farmers, Alabama’s first renewable diesel facility has opened. The ribbon-cutting ceremony at Vertex Energy’s Mobile refinery was attended by Gov. Kay Ivey, elected and company officials. “We’re not just cutting ribbons; we’re cutting emissions,” said Benjamin P. Cowart, CEO of the Houston-based company. “We’re also carving a new […]

Chinese surveillance technology has increasingly made headlines across the country over the past few months. One member of the Alabama House of Representatives wants to address the issue from within the Yellowhammer State. State Rep. James Lomax (R-Huntsville) has introduced House Bill 321 which would ban state agencies and governmental bodies from buying Chinese-made drones […]

With the endorsement of Attorney General Steve Marshall, legislation to increase the accessibility of police body cam footage passed an Alabama House committee. The bill, HB 289, is sponsored by Rep. Juandalynn Givan (D-Birmingham). She said it is necessary after the occurrence of recent events in other states such as the death of Tyre Nichols […]

Legislators in the Alabama House of Representatives introduced a bill Thursday that would make it illegal for any drag show to take place in K-12 public schools, public libraries or any public space where minors are present. The bill, HB 401, is cosponsored by House Majority Leader Scott Stadthagen (R-Hartselle), and Reps. Arnold Mooney (R-Indian […]

The search for a president and CEO of the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama has gone South. As in Kyle South, who was named Thursday to head the chamber. He starts the job July 1. “The Chamber is giving me the unique opportunity that allows me to bridge my past work experiences, my love […]

NIL deals are now a thing of the past for three former Crimson Tide players. Former quarterback Bryce Young was the No.1 overall pick Thursday in the 2023 NFL Draft and fellow Alabama teammate Will Anderson quickly followed as the No. 3 pick overall. Another teammate, Jahmyr Gibbs, joined the first-round party when he was […]

Rep. Robert Aderholt, at a Thursday hearing on Capitol Hill, voiced his concerns to FBI Director Chris Way regarding Chinese economic espionage and intellectual theft that is occurring across the country. “In 2019, the FBI estimated that the U.S. incurs annual losses ranging from $225 to $600 billion annually to illicit activities by China,” said […]

Sen. Tommy Tuberville joined fellow legislators and socialite/philanthropist Paris Hilton Thursday in a show of support on Capitol Hill for legislation that will aim to combat institutional child abuse. The Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act has received bipartisan support with legislators from each party recognizing the significance of the topic. Tuberville, while speaking about his […]