Alabama lawmakers are looking to tighten rules on a growing class of hemp-based products that can get people high – but often fall outside of traditional marijuana laws. Known by names like Delta-8, Delta-9, and Delta-10 THC, these products are made from hemp, not marijuana. Because of a federal loophole in the 2018 Farm Bill, […]

With over 40 years of experience in commercial, industrial, and healthcare construction, Ben Patrick will bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Birmingham-based construction firm WatsonBruhn Builders as its new Executive Vice President and Member, the company reports. Patrick also serves on the Board of Directors of the Associated Builders and Contractors of Alabama. […]

A new poll reveals overwhelming support among Alabama voters for requiring app stores to obtain parental approval before allowing children and teens to download apps — the aim of legislation currently being fast-tracked in both chambers of the Alabama Legislature. The survey of 600 likely Alabama voters, commissioned by the Alabama Policy Institute (API) and […]

Before Donald Trump, Jr. addressed the crowd at the 2025 Alabama Republican Party’s Trump Victory Dinner, state lawmakers were recognized for their hard-fought efforts that prove Alabama legislates among the most conservatively in the nation. ALGOP Chairman John Wahl said there is a common denominator between the results of Donald Trump’s presidency and the Republican […]

Just as quickly as it began, the prospect of Alabama lawmakers dealing with the legal gaming issue in 2025 has ended, with an announcement from Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger late Thursday afternoon. “With 12 meeting days remaining in the session, both budgets still awaiting approval, and other important bills and measures demanding […]

One day after Mayor of Mountain Brook Stewart Welch announced he will not be seeking another term later, City Councilwoman Graham Smith officially announced her candidacy for Mayor of Mountain Brook. Smith won her 2022 City Council seat with 74% of the vote in what was the highest turnout municipal election in Mountain Brook history. […]

Legislation that would be transformative for the Alabama Farmers Federation made its debut before state lawmakers on Wednesday during a public hearing about a proposal to enable the farm organization to offer its members and their families a form of health coverage, known as a farm bureau health plan.  Similar plans are already operating in […]

On Wednesday, the Poarch Creek Indians and the McGregor family announced that the sale of the historic Birmingham Racecourse property was finalized, and the Tribe’s gaming and hotel business, Wind Creek Hospitality, is the official new owner.  Tribal officials, the McGregors, and Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin said the location is set to be transformed into […]

This morning WBRC’s Good Day Alabama, Mountain Brook Mayor Stewart Welch announced that he will not be seeking re-election for another term.  A native and lifelong resident of Mountain Brook, Welch first took office in 2016. He wrote an official letter to city residents about his decision to pass the torch: “Over the last few months, a lot […]

A proposed change to truck weight regulations is expected to be voted on by members of the Alabama Senate on Tuesday. According to the state’s logging industry, the proposal will solve a longstanding inefficiency for the drivers and businesses hauling the loads, as well as ultimately, the consumer. SB110 by State Sen. Jack Williams (R-Wilmer) […]

Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth announced on Monday that the state’s “Heroes Welcome” initiative, which was developed by the Alabama Military Stability Commission that he chairs, has been named an official partner resource by the U.S. Department of Defense. “Since taking office, we have worked hard to ensure Alabama remains that nation’s friendliest and most welcoming […]

A gambling bill is in the fray of the 2025 legislative session. According to Alabama Daily News, State Sen. Greg Albritton (R-Atmore) is looking for the votes needed to pass a comprehensive gaming package that includes Class II casinos, sports betting, a statewide lottery, and regulatory commissions to oversee and enforce its activity. Albritton is leading […]

A lesser-known name among voters, well known to Alabama political and legal circles, is a presumptive candidate for Attorney General in 2026, according to a flyer obtained by Yellowhammer News this week.  Katherine Robertson, longtime Chief Counsel to current Attorney General Steve Marshall, was also in North Alabama for a speaking engagement with the Marshall […]

State Sen. Arthur Orr is calling on his colleagues to revisit a statewide lottery proposal during the remaining weeks of the 2025 legislative session – without tying it to a larger gambling expansion. But he reports that is unlikely to be the case. “Well, I know a gaming bill is being worked on, and votes […]

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong has a firestorm response to critics over his approach to town halls and public meetings. In an interview on WVNN’s “The Dale Jackson Show”, Strong (R-Monrovia) said he was elected to represent North Alabama in Congress – not liberal news outlets or George Soros activist groups. “I’m not going to change […]

A petition started by Alexander City citizens concerned with water quality and administrative mismanagement has surpassed 1,000 signatures. In response, Alexander City Mayor Woody Baird resorted to singling out individual citizens on the city website for daring to start a petition. “This petition is being presented to you as a show of hands of residents […]

Sean Ross, a day-one political advisor to and senior member of U.S. Senator Katie Britt’s staff in Washington, was elevated as Chief of Staff with high acclaim from Britt. “I can think of no one more qualified to step into this role than Sean Ross. Since before I even announced my candidacy, Sean has been […]

Former Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill weighed in on the high-stakes 2026 election cycle in Alabama during a recent interview with CBS 42. A veteran politician himself, Merrill gave insight on the potential ticket up and down the ballot, which will see several term-limited officials having to decide which office to run for next. Merrill said […]

Riley Gaines, a former University of Kentucky swimmer turned conservative activist, is setting her sights on some Alabama lawmakers’ ongoing effort to reform the practice of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) within the state.  This morning, Gaines utilized her platform to argue current proposed reform measures will levy a prescription tax at the expense of consumers. […]

Alabama House Majority Leader Scott Stadthagen joined “Alabama Politics This Week” in studio yesterday to discuss some legislative topics — as well as some political ones. At the end of the interview, when asked if U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville, who has been publicly mulling a run for Governor of Alabama in 2026 instead of re-election, Stadthagen […]

As Alabama lawmakers are debating major legislation to reform pharmacy benefit managers within the state — President Trump recently confirmed that federal-level reform is imminent.  During an interview with the president last week, Matthew Foldi reported, “President Trump sounded optimistic on the prospects of getting it done before the end of the year, saying “I […]

State Sen. Sam Givhan thinks that if Tommy Tuberville runs for re-election to the U.S. Senate in 2026 — he’ll be the only show in town. But if he runs for Governor of Alabama, he might run into some issues. In an interview with WVNN’s “The Dale Jackson Show” on Thursday morning, Givhan (R-Huntsville) said […]

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville continued to fuel speculation about his run for Governor of Alabama in 2026 this morning in an appearance on Longshore & McKnight. Tuberville (R-Auburn) also revealed an interesting detail about his recent visit with former rival-turned friend Nick Saban. RELATED: Tuberville is telling colleagues ‘he wants to run for governor’ in […]

Longleaf Recovery and Wellness, with facilities in Birmingham, Huntsville, and Baldwin County, has applied for a State Health Plan adjustment to add 60 new substance use treatment beds in Shelby County – a county that currently has no residential addiction treatment facilities. The expansion would establish 10 detox beds and 50 residential treatment beds in […]