7. A general contractor who works on construction sites in Alabama, including government sites, has pointed out systemic flaws that allow illegal aliens to work on construction sites in Alabama. This all boils down to subcontractors who don’t properly utilize the E-Verify systems and illegals who cheat the system. 6. A Gallup poll showed a […]

A progressive non-profit in Alabama is lobbying hard against President Donald Trump’s tax and spending package that is currently making its way through the U.S. Senate. Alabama Arise, which according to their website is a “member-led organization advancing public policies to improve the lives of Alabamians who are marginalized by poverty,” held a press conference […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John Longshore tackles it without Barry McKnight, who is out to receive the Alabama Broadcaster of the Year award in North Carolina! John helms the show with Warren Sr. Catch live episodes of Longshore and McKnight daily on YouTube, Spotify, and on Yellowhammer News?️? Recruiting also took center […]

In a specially called and contentious primary election battle in Alabama House District 11, Heath Allbright emerged victorious over Don Fallin. As the old saying goes — “money is the lifeblood of politics” — and the House District 11 special election primary was a prime example that resources can make all the difference in a […]

7. Several prominent Alabama business organizations endorsed Governor-elect Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) for governor, with the Business Council of Alabama (BCA), the Alabama Forestry Association (AFA), and the Alabama Concrete Industries Association (ACIA) citing his economic leadership as a reason for the endorsement. 6. Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey and 16 Republican governors opposed […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, hosts John Longshore and Barry McKnight kicked the show off with Alabama and Auburn football recruiting headlines as both programs secured key commitments. Alabama landed a major pickup in five-star running back EJ Crowell from Jackson, Ala., who is reclassifying to join the team earlier than expected. Auburn […]

It’s pretty unfortunate for the media and their Democrats that the war between Pakistan and India and the war between Israel and Iran were both ended by Donald Trump, now he may get a Nobel Peace Prize. Can he win it? The next mayor of NYC may be a commie, and Alabama U.S. Senator Tommy […]

7. Alabama law enforcement closed six Jefferson County bingo halls for illegal gambling operations, which the Alabama Attorney General’s Office led. 6. Gubernatorial candidate Chad “Chig” Martin condemned Gov. Kay Ivey for hemp shop raids, calling them an overreach targeting legal businesses because he had to close early to avoid a raid. 5. The Retirement […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, our hosts John Longshore and Barry McKnight broadcasted live from Montgomery Regional Airport. They kicked off the episode touting the facility’s ease of use and recent upgrades, including a new $5 million baggage claim system. Moving on to the pitfalls of “double tripping,” the two shared personal travel […]

An Iranian Army sniper gets picked up by ICE, and the local TV station feeds its audience a story of love and longing with a pitiful wife and a sad story. By the time the real story comes out, the narrative is set. This is not an accident; it is happening every day in every […]

7. Homewood police claim 18-year-old Jabari Latrell Peoples was shot dead after fighting with a police officer investigating the smell of marijuana coming from his car. Peoples is alleged to have broken free from the officer to retrieve a gun from his vehicle, but his family disputes this, demanding body cam footage which HPD says […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, the NBA Finals and the upcoming draft dominated early discussion with hosts John Longshore and Barry McKnight giving their reactions to the Indiana Pacers’ loss. They spoke about Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton’s Achilles injury and its effect on Game 7, with guest Brent Vinson later breaking down how […]

While Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin can easily brag about the dropping homicide rate in his city, ignoring the record number of murders last year, progress is progress. For some reason, this same mayor is upset about the tightening up of Alabama’s THC law. The products are not banned, although they should be; the products are […]

7. Alabama Law Enforcement Agency conducted raids on CBD shops in four cities for allegedly violating state marijuana laws, seizing products and arresting owners, which is a good start with a new THC law going into effect on July 1. 6. U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) has sponsored a bill to deport illegal immigrants convicted […]

In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, hosts John Longshore and Barry McKnight dissected Auburn’s recent recruiting woes as the Tigers lost two key commitments—linebacker Shidarius Toodle to Georgia and wide receiver Devin Carter back to Florida State. Auburn’s national ranking plummeted to as low as 73rd on some sites, raising concerns about Hugh Freeze’s […]

The United States has conducted limited airstrikes against Iran, and by all accounts, they appear to have been successful. Whether or not you believe these attacks were necessary or legal is one thing, but the number of people who seem to be on the side of the regime in Iran because they hate President Donald […]

7. Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin wants Gov. Kay Ivey to call a special legislative session to overturn Alabama’s THC “ban.” 6. A Huntsville drug dealer received a life sentence under Alabama’s “Billy Clardy III Act,” the first conviction for distributing fentanyl resulting in death. 5. Montgomery’s Whitewater Park, teased and promoted as an economic driver, […]

In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, hosts John Longshore and Barry McKnight reunite to cover Tommy Fleetwood’s dramatic collapse at the Travelers Championship, where he lost a three-stroke lead with four holes remaining, dropping to 0-for-84 on the PGA Tour. They then shifted to the NBA Finals, where Oklahoma City clinched the title but […]

7. Gov. Kay Ivey invited Alabama students to join her third annual summer reading challenge to boost literacy skills while winning tablets and gift cards. 6. Birmingham reported a significant decline in homicides in 2025 compared to 2024, but old habits die hard: There was a nightclub shooting that wounded two this weekend. 5. Alabama […]

The war between Israel and Iran is heating up, will America get involved? Who will enter the U.S. Senate race? What does the SCOTUS ruling banning transkinder care mean for Alabama and the rest of the country? Who can Trump keep allowing TikTok to exist? All this and more on Alabama Politics This Week! Mecca […]

In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, Barry opened the show with NBA playoff talk, particularly the inconsistency of the Thunder and Pacers in a series marked by wild momentum swings! Joined by Warren Matthews, he confidently predicted a blowout win for Oklahoma City in Game 7. The conversation turned to the massive $10 billion […]

7. President Donald Trump has won the ability to control the California National Guard to help address anti-ICE protests, overruling Gov. Gavin Newsom’s objections and lower court rulings. 6. A Franklin County man is suing an online sweepstakes casino, alleging it “misled him” into losing thousands of dollars through deceptive practices. 5. Huntsville will host […]

Barry McKnight hosted solo again in today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, welcoming guest Colin McCrary for an inside look at TV golf production! McCrary detailed his work as a volunteer spotter at the U.S. Open at Oakmont, describing a high-stress, precision-based role that coordinates player movements, announcer cues, and camera positioning. “You’re listening to […]

 While Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was appearing before a U.S. Senate committee, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) was ignorantly ranting about the names of military bases. It is not clear whether the senator who served at Fort Rucker knew the name change fully complied with the law requiring that no Confederate names be used. […]