A mother and son have been arrested in connection with a fire that destroyed the Walker County Public Defender’s Office in downtown Jasper early Saturday morning. The Jasper Police Department held a press conference on Thursday to announce the arrests of 19-year-old Joseph Cole Whitten Kolachuk and his mother, 42-year-old Amanda Jo Howard Kulichok, on […]

Alabama students made measurable gains in reading and showed signs of improvement in math during the 2024–25 school year, according to statewide test results presented at the State Board of Education’s July 9 work session. State Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey said the progress reflects the ongoing efforts of teachers and schools, while acknowledging the persistent […]

Through the passage of a resolution earlier this year, the Alabama Legislature officially renamed a one-mile portion of U.S. Highway 231 in Brundidge as the James T. Ramage III Highway in honor of the longtime mayor. Ramage was honored with a surprise celebration attended by more than 100 people on July 8, including family, friends, […]

The Alabama Attorney General’s office argued this week that a former Decatur police officer charged with fatally shooting a man during a dispute over a vehicle repossession should not be granted immunity before trial. Attorney General Steve Marshall stated in a court brief that a lower court was correct in denying former officer Mac Marquette’s […]

At Monday night’s Tarrant City Council meeting, a longtime resident used her final public comments to criticize city leaders, thank them for forcing her to educate herself on municipal government, and leave them with a pointed gesture. Jackie Beltaine addressed the council during the public comment period, saying their dysfunction taught her more about government […]

Residents in Wilcox County, one of Alabama’s poorest, say they are struggling to keep up with an unexpected, sharp increase in their water bills. In Camden and nearby communities across Wilcox County, residents report that monthly charges from the Wilcox County Water and Sewer District have increased significantly, making it difficult for many to afford […]

Case Dixon released a new campaign video on Wednesday outlining his vision as a Republican candidate for Alabama’s 6th District, saying the future of his children and community compelled him to step into the race. Dixon is facing Republican incumbent Gary Palmer for the seat. Palmer has been in office since 2015. Dixon, a husband […]

The Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermens Market in Foley has once again drawn national recognition, this time being named one of the Top 10 Best Farmers Markets in the U.S. in Newsweek’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. The year-round market, located at 781 Farmers Market Lane in Foley, has previously been honored as a USA Today […]

A recent TikTok challenge is raising concerns for the Calera Police Department. The law enforcement agency released a post on social media earlier this week asking for help identifying two suspects believed to have participated in a viral door-knocking challenge. The challenge involves individuals kicking, knocking, or banging on random doors to capture the reactions […]

When a natural disaster strikes, it wreaks havoc on those directly impacted and leaves others feeling powerless to help. But across Alabama, people are turning that feeling into action. The recent Texas flood over the Fourth of July weekend — which claimed more than 100 lives— is the latest tragedy to devastate the nation, and […]

On Monday, Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed held a press conference to inform the public on the progress made in Montgomery during the first half of the year. According to Mayor Reed, violent crime, nonviolent crime, homicides, non-fatal shootings, and robberies all decreased year-over-year. He shared the following data: Violent crime down 28.3% Nonviolent crime down […]

State Rep. Troy Stubbs (R-Wetumpka) officially announced his campaign for re-election to the Alabama House of Representatives on Tuesday. Stubbs was first elected in 2022 on a platform of preserving conservative principles and promoting government that works for the people of Elmore County, according to a campaign announcement today. Since taking office, Stubbs has been […]

State Rep. Debbie Wood (R-Valley) announced her upcoming retirement from the Alabama House of Representatives at a recent meeting of the Chambers County Commission. Wood, who was first elected to the House in 2018, chose the site of her earliest public service — where she broke barriers as the first woman to chair the Commission […]

State Sen. Shay Shelnutt (R-Trussville) has prefiled legislation for the 2026 session that would require all public school districts in the state to grant elective credit to students who attend private religious instruction during the school day. Senate Bill 4, titled the Alabama Released Time Credit Act, was prefiled on May 22 and is scheduled […]

Yellowhammer News previously reported that three northwest Alabama residents filed suit in May against several officials with the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), challenging the agency’s authority to enter private property without a warrant. Killen residents Dalton Boley and Regina Williams, along with Muscle Shoals resident Dale Liles, filed the lawsuit on […]

As the death toll rises from the devastating flood in the state of Texas, Alabama, along with the rest of the nation, is mourning the tragic, heartbreaking loss of the flood victims, including 8-year-old Sarah Marsh of Mountain Brook. Search and rescue operations continue in central Texas after catastrophic flooding claimed the lives of Sarah […]

Jacksonville State University announced the passing of Ralph Burke, a proud alumnus, former state legislator, and lifelong advocate for education and public service, in a public tribute shared this week. The university extended condolences to his wife, Joy, and the many family members, friends, and colleagues mourning his loss. Burke passed away on July 3, […]

From the hills of North Alabama to the white-sand beaches of the Gulf, communities across Alabama are getting ready to celebrate America’s birthday with fireworks, festivals, and family fun. With 50-plus celebrations across Alabama, Yellowhammer News has chosen 21 events to highlight the different choices for Fourth of July fun across the state. Whether you’re […]

Montgomery Whitewater is adding a new way for guests to experience the power and excitement of its course with the launch of whitewater tubing, kicking off July 4 as part of its “Red, White, and Tube” celebration. The high-adventure activity combines the laid-back appeal of a single-person float with the movement and challenge of whitewater […]

This week, President Donald Trump visited a newly opened migrant detention facility in South Florida, nicknamed “Alligator Alcatraz.” While onsite, Trump praised Alabama and other Republican-led states for establishing similar operations. The facility, located at the Dade-Collier Training and Transition Airport in the Florida Everglades, is designed to detain undocumented migrants relocated from local jails. […]

Federal immigration authorities recently conducted a raid at the construction site of the new Gulf Shores High School, arresting 37 individuals suspected of being in the country illegally. The action was part of a broader immigration enforcement initiative targeting construction projects across Baldwin County. The high-profile site, located along the Foley Beach Express, is one […]

The University of Montevallo’s student-produced newscast, Vallo Vision News, is providing an in-depth look into the school’s ongoing efforts to address a multi-million-dollar budget shortfall that began surfacing earlier this year. According to a report by Vallo Vision News, the financial issues came to light in February 2025, when university leadership acknowledged a growing gap […]

State Rep. Chip Brown (R-Hollingers Island) is voicing strong frustration over what he describes as a failure by the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) to enforce a law requiring restaurants and grocery stores to disclose the country of origin for seafood sold in Alabama. The legislation, House Bill 66, was passed and signed into […]

The Alabama Hospital Association (AlaHA) has announced a major leadership transition with the retirement of Chief Executive Officer Dr. Don Williamson. The AlaHA Board of Trustees has named Danne Howard as his successor as President and CEO of the organization. Williamson has led AlaHA since November 2015, steering the organization through a period of major […]