2016 was reportedly the deadliest year in two decades for the city of Chicago. Following reports that 762 murders took place, NRA-ILA executive director Chris Cox says the news is further proof that Alabama Senator Jeff Sessions is needed as Attorney General. “The political response to this situation has been immoral. But help is on […]

140 characters are wielding an unprecedented amount of power these days. As Donald Trump’s inauguration approaches, American business leaders are already heeding the direction that his administration promises to take. On Tuesday, Trump’s Twitter account was credited with two decisive victories. The first was a decision by Ford Motors to cancel a $1.6 billion plant […]

As college football playoff games kick off, nationwide rivalries have just begun to heat up. Now, one of the Yellowhammer State’s Senators is making a wager against one of his colleagues that the University of Alabama’s winning streak will continue against the University of Washington. The Alabama Senator bet his Washington State counterpart, Maria Cantwell […]

Alabama taxpayers could soon be on the hook, paying a lifelong salary to a recently jailed lawmaker. Convicted in 2011 for accepting bribes from gambling interests during his legislative career, former State Rep Terry Spicer could begin collecting a $50,000 annual pension in just over a year. According to Alabama law experts, it’s perfectly legal. […]

Governor Robert Bentley had confirmed earlier this month that 11 potential candidates could be in line for an appointment to Senator Jeff Sessions’ seat. Now, he’s just added six new names to that list. New candidates up for consideration include Congresswoman Martha Roby, Congressman Gary Palmer, and former Republican gubernatorial candidate Tim James. Also included […]

Auburn’s head basketball coach is striking out at President Obama for sitting out of a United Nations vote that he says endangers the nation of Israel. Coach Bruce Pearl shared his reaction on Twitter Saturday following a United Nations Security Council vote that condemned Israeli settlement expansion in the occupied West Bank. “Our Country, our […]

A newspaper company financed by the Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA) is facing scrutiny after playing a role in a wide-reaching series of Clinton endorsements, which was handed down by local newspapers across the country. A New York Times report published on Monday highlighted the backlash that many newspapers are facing after opposing Donald Trump’s […]

Key lawmakers and notable politicos from across the state have just begun a formal interview process with Governor Robert Bentley, vying for a chance to become the state’s next U.S. Senator. Now, in the heat of the process, one contender has just received recognition as a rising national leader. The Aspen Institute, a Colorado-based, non-partisan […]

Just in time for the Christmas season, a report has determined the number one gift given in every state. If you thought Alabama and Auburn gear would top the list, think again. According to the site BestReviews.com, the number one gift purchased by Alabamians in 2016 is an electric turkey fryer. Surprised? It’s no secret […]

Just in time for Christmas, a report has found that Alabamians are among the most charitable in the nation. Conducted by WalletHub, the study placed Alabama as the fourth most giving state. The only states rated higher were Utah (No. 1), Arkansas (No. 2), and Minnesota (No. 3). When ranked solely on the percentage of […]

Rumors have swirled for weeks that Robert Bentley had been in and out of secretive meetings with state and Congressional lawmakers, as many have begun vying for Jeff Sessions’ U.S. Senate seat. Now, reports have confirmed that the Governor has started interviewing at least eight candidates for the position, including ousted Chief Justice Roy Moore. […]

24 attorneys general, including Alabama’s Luther Strange, have joined together to urge the Senate to confirm Jeff Sessions for U.S. Attorney General. A letter dated December 16 was sent to Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA), and Patrick Leahy (D-VT), who both serve as ranking members on the Senate Judiciary Committee. In the letter, the states’ top […]

Four new amicus briefs have been filed in favor of ousted Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore, who continues to appeal a suspension from the bench. An amicus brief is filed by parties who are not tied to a particular case, but have a strong interest in its outcome. Newly-filed briefs were submitted by the United […]

On Monday, Alabama’s nine presidential electors held firm to their commitment to vote for Donald Trump. The electors cast their vote during a ceremony in the Old House Chamber at the state capitol building. The event was presided over by Secretary of State John Merrill, while Governor Robert Bentley and Congressman Robert Aderholt were on […]

A conservative judicial advocacy group is running campaign geared at ensuring that Alabama Senator Jeff Sessions is confirmed as the next U.S. Attorney General. The Judicial Crisis Network, an organization dedicated to promoting constitutionalism and limited government, announced the launch of ConfirmSessions.com. The website touts Sessions as a qualified, bipartisan leader who will reform the […]

On Saturday, President-elect Donald Trump was welcomed back to the city of Mobile ahead of his “Thank You” rally at Ladd-Peebles Stadium. However, a customary appearance from a group of teenage girls has drawn media attention after the they came under fire thanks to ignorant online trolls. The controversy surrounds the Azalia Trail Maids, who […]

As protesters mount national pressure against members of the electoral college to defy conventionality and elect Hillary Clinton, all signs show that Alabama’s nine electors remain firmly ready to vote for Trump. Members of the electoral college take a pledge to honor the voters of their respective state. In Alabama, Donald Trump won handily with […]

Alabama Attorney General Luther Strange has asked President-Elect Donald Trump and other Capitol Hill leaders to take action against President Obama’s “Clean Power Plan,” and to ensure that future lawmakers won’t be able to cross the same boundaries again. In a bipartisan letter addressed to Vice President-elect Mike Pence, Senate President Mitch McConnell and House […]

Alabama Congressman Mo Brooks is pushing back against Clinton campaign warnings that Russia could have changed the outcome of November’s election. During an appearance on MSNBC, Rep. Brooks told host Katy Tur that he was skeptical of the narrative over reported cyber attacks, and whether or not they could have had the large-scale impact that […]

A local Alabama police department could soon get back life-saving equipment that had been removed by the Obama Administration, according to new reports. On Monday, the Associated Press announced that president-elect Donald Trump could make certain defense tools and military-grade weaponry- including surplus military grenade launchers, bayonets, tracked armored vehicles and high-powered firearms and ammunition- […]

The American Conservative Union (ACU) just released their annual scorecard, identifying Alabama’s most conservative and liberal lawmakers in 2016. After finalizing a scoring system that factored each lawmaker’s voting record, Senator Tim Melson (R-Florence) and Representatives Tim Wadsworth (R- Arley), Isaac Whorton (R- Valley), and Rich Wingo (R- Tuscaloosa) emerged as the most conservative members […]

Since before the election, Vice President Joe Biden has lamented that he didn’t run for the presidency himself. He has largely been an outspoken critic of president-elect Donald Trump, though he recently made a surprising statement that indicates a level of support for Senator Jeff Sessions to become the next Attorney General. The statement came […]

As President Obama gets ready to exit the White House, he’s now being flooded with pardon requests from across the nation. Alabama Congressman Bradley Byrne is making is paying attention, and is drawing a sharp line when it comes to a recent clemency appeal from former Army Sergeant Bowe Bergdahl. In a letter signed by […]

If the Alabama teachers in your life appear to be more in the holiday spirit, it could be because the state has now eased up on a law that capped gifts to educators at $25. The restriction was due a 2010 ethics law that roped school employees into a provision that required only small gifts […]