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If you’re curious about where government funding is being spent to combat drug addiction and the mental health crisis in Alabama, this episode is for you. Alabama Speaker of the House of Representatives, Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville), sat down with Laurie Dhue to break down exactly how resources are being allocated to have the greatest impact […]

In Episode 58 of Longshore and McKnight, the hosts unpack the latest in SEC sports, tackling fan expectations, team dynamics, and some off-court drama. Available now on YouTube and Spotify ?️? You can stream the show live from 7 to 9 a.m. every weekday. The Alabama basketball team’s close win over McNeese State leads to a spirited discussion on […]

In Episode 57 of Longshore and McKnight, hosts John Longshore and Barry McKnight recap the college football weekend, highlighting Alabama’s win over LSU and discussing playoff implications. Available now on YouTube and Spotify ?️? You can stream the show live from 7 to 9 a.m. every weekday.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by John […]

Yellowhammer Sports Podcast – S2E11: Collin Duncan

In this week’s episode of the Yellowhammer Sports Podcast, host CJ Duncan welcomes back Collin Duncan to break down the SEC’s top matchups heading into a massive Saturday for college football. CJ and Collin walk through the high stakes of Alabama vs. LSU in Death Valley, with LSU’s fierce home advantage and the need for […]

In today’s edition of Longshore and McKnight, John covers the latest sports highlights, insights, and key matchups in football and basketball. With Barry McKnight under the weather, John brought us into a huge weekend of college sports. Available now on YouTube and Spotify ?️? You can stream the show live from 7 to 9 a.m. every weekday. Lee Sterling […]

John and Barry are joined by Jason Caldwell from Auburn Undercover and Rodney Orr from Tider Insider to talk though what’s happening and what’s in store next for sports fans. Available now on YouTube and Spotify ?️? You can stream the show live from 7 to 9 a.m. every weekday. Lots of Auburn content right from […]

In this episode of One Day at a Time, Laurie sits down with Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall to hear about the state of addiction in Alabama from his professional, and very personal, perspective. It’s no secret that AG Marshall has a passion for fighting to create funding and solutions in the fight against drug […]

Yellowhammer Sports Podcast – S2E10: Dansby Swanson

CJ Duncan hosts MLB star and World Series champion Dansby Swanson for a deep dive in this week’s episode of the Yellowhammer Sports Podcast, going all the way back to growing up in a sports-loving family, and how his passion for baseball and basketball shaped his skills and spirit. He talks the surprise and bittersweet […]

In this episode of “One Day at a Time” by Yellowhammer News, host Laurie Dhue interviews Colin Harris, CEO of Longleaf Recovery & Wellness, who shares his personal journey in recovery and his motivation for establishing recovery centers in Alabama. Harris, who has been sober for over six years, talks the transformative power of finding […]

Prevention of drug use and mental illness can feel impossible for parents, caregivers, and professions. But in this episode, Laurie discusses how it’s possible with Deputy Director of the Addiction Prevention Coalition, Nichole Dawsey. Nichole and the APC mission is to begin at a young age by developing character skills and teaching kids the social […]

Yellowhammer Sports Podcast – S2E8: Quentin Riggins

In this episode of the Yellowhammer Sports Podcast, host CJ Duncan welcomes special guest Quentin Riggins, a former Auburn University linebacker, current Senior Vice President at Alabama Power, and member of the Auburn University Board of Trustees. The duo recaps last week’s games, including South Carolina vs. Alabama and LSU’s upset of Ole Miss, before […]

Laurie Dhue discusses the state of Mental Health in Alabama and the progress made after COVID with the lady in charge: Kim Boswell, Commissioner of the Alabama Department of Mental Health. In the first episode, Laurie and Commissioner Boswell get personal. Throughout the episode, you will hear Commissioner open up about her own story and […]

Laurie Dhue, former FOX, CNN and MSNBC reporter has joined the Yellowhammer News team as host of One Day at a Time, a podcast addressing the challenges and solutions facing addiction and mental health issues in Alabama. Laurie will sit down with Alabama’s influential leaders to have hard conversations about the progress being made in […]

Yellowhammer Sports Podcast – S2E7: Doug Amos

In this week’s edition of the Yellowhammer Sports Podcast, Host CJ Duncan goes deep with sports media veteran Doug Amos breaking down Vanderbilt’s shocking upset over Alabama. It’s not one to miss. Between CJ, a former Vandy football player, still thrilled about the win almost a week ago, and Doug’s insider knowledge and vantage on […]

Yellowhammer Sports Podcast – S2E6: Kerryon Johnson

In this week’s episode of the Yellowhammer Sports Podcast, host CJ Duncan welcomes special guest Kerryon Johnson, a former Auburn Tigers all-star, NFL running back, now a football coach for the University of North Alabama Lions, and all-around great guy. Kerryon shares stories from his impressive playing career, taking it all the way back to […]

Yellowhammer Sports Podcast – S2E5: Michael Brauner

In this week’s edition of the Yellowhammer Sports Podcast, host CJ Duncan brings back an old friend from Season 1: Senior Sports Analyst for Yellowhammer News, Michael Brauner!  CJ and Michael break down their take on what is going on with the Auburn Tigers and what head coach Hugh Freeze needs to do in order […]

Yellowhammer Sports Podcast – S2E4: Coach Bill Clark

Former UAB head coach Bill Clark is one of the greatest coaches the state has ever seen. On this week’s episode of the Yellowhammer Sports Podcast, Coach Clark and host CJ Duncan go deep on what it takes to build an elite football program – both on the field and off. As the man behind […]

Alabama officials react to Trump verdict

On Thursday afternoon, a New York jury convicted Donald Trump on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records, making him the first former U.S. president ever to be found guilty of a crime. The conviction was handed down in a Manhattan courtroom, where Trump had been on trial since April 15. After more than nine […]

2024 Power & Influence 50: Numbers 20-11

Today, we’re proud to introduce the fourth installment of the 2024 Power & Influence 50 – the twelfth annual tradition from Yellowhammer News. As the dust settles from this year’s legislative session, our team has spent time talking with key leaders and operatives across state government to offer an inside look into the top individuals […]

2024 Power & Influence 50: Numbers 40-31

Today, we’re proud to introduce the second installment of the 2024 Power & Influence 50 – the twelfth annual tradition from Yellowhammer News. As the dust settles from this year’s legislative session, our team has spent time talking with key leaders and operatives across state government to offer an inside look into the top individuals […]

2024 Power & Influence 50: Numbers 41-50

Today, we’re proud to introduce the first installment of the 2024 Power & Influence 50 – the twelfth annual tradition from Yellowhammer News. As the dust settles from this year’s legislative session, our team has spent time talking with key leaders and operatives across state government to offer an inside look into the top individuals […]

2024 Power & Influence: Who's Next?

As a prelude to this year’s Yellowhammer News Power & Influence Top 50 list, launching next week in its twelfth annual installment, we are proud to revive a tradition that asks an important question in the political landscape of Alabama: Who’s Next? Year after year, Power & Influence offers the most candid insight into the […]

Yellowhammer honors Alabama Women of Impact 2024

YHN Media Group, LLC is proud to announce the 6th Annual Woman of Impact Awards – a celebration of the powerful women who propel Alabama. Women of Impact has historically and continues to recognize the women in Alabama whose contributions have earned the authority and power to move the needle in their industry. Our mission […]

Club Duquette: Behind the creative vision of Birmingham's coolest couple

It’s a bright Saturday morning in late fall, and I wake up to a call from my sister. Checking the clock and rubbing my eyes, confusion turns to panic as the clock reads 6:45 a.m. Something must have happened. “Hello?” I stutter, trying to maintain composure. “We have to go!” It’s pure excitement on her […]