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7. Shomari Figures, Democratic nominee for Alabama’s Secondnd Congressional District, is emphasizing his ties to former President Barack Obama, which Alabama Democrats usually downplay, and his father’s legacy in new campaign ads. Figures’ ad, which ignores President Joe Biden, highlights his experience with the Justice Department and Obama’s administration while promising to focus on affordable […]
In “Case” You Missed It is a Yellowhammer News column by Balch & Bingham attorney Tripp DeMoss that briefly summarizes a recently issued decision by higher courts like the U.S. Supreme Court and Alabama Supreme Court in cases of interest to Alabamians that they might not have otherwise heard about. College football season is in full swing, […]
The Alabama Crimson Tide came away from one of the tougher environments in college football with a dominating 42-10 victory on the road at Wisconsin over the weekend, and their quarterback was a large reason why. In the win, Jalen Milroe finished completing 12 of his 17 passes for 196 yards, 3 touchdowns, and no […]
7. It is a bit weird that the University of Alabama at Birmingham received over $158,000 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to study vaginal health issues among transgender men, addressing gaps in sexual health services for this underserved population. The grant has sparked debate, with former Alabama State […]
Radio talk show host Dale Jackson and 256 Today CEO Mecca Musick, take you through Alabama’s biggest political stories. Mecca Musick is the CEO of 256 Today. Sign up for the 256 Today newsletter here. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN, […]
Former Alabama Crimson Tide and New England Patriots linebacker Wesley Britt joins host CJ Duncan for an episode filled with reflections on coaching transitions, legendary football programs, and growing up in a family environment that makes athletic success possible. Tune in for another great episode of the Yellowhammer Sports Podcast! Also available on Spotify ?️?
7. Schools are being hyper vigilant over threats or appearances of threats of violence, because of this, Foley High School was placed on lockdown Thursday morning after a teacher overheard a student mention something that sounded like a weapon during class transitions. Authorities quickly responded, secured the campus, and later confirmed that no gun or […]
Threats to Alabama schools require maximum punishment of offenders and, in some cases, their parents
7. U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (D-Birmingham) and congressional candidate Shomari Figures have received an “F” rating from the National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund for opposing gun owners’ rights. In contrast, Alabama’s conservative lawmakers, U.S. Reps. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise), Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville), Dale Strong (R-Monrovia), and Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) were all awarded “A” ratings, Rep. […]
7. U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville is blocking the promotion of Lt. Gen. Ronald Clark, accusing him of failing to notify President Biden when Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was hospitalized earlier this year. Tuberville argues that Clark’s decision to withhold this information poses a national security risk, while the Pentagon maintains that Clark is highly qualified […]
Every Tuesday we present “The Auburn Corner,” where we’ll get into a different topic on the Auburn Tigers, break down the previous game, preview the upcoming game, and everything in between. The Auburn Tigers are in a rough spot, sitting at 1-1 after a disastrous loss to the California Golden Bears after many, even including […]
7. A Jackson County judge dismissed the murder charge against Jerry Carl Hicks after a “Stand Your Ground” hearing determined he was justified in using deadly force against Aaron Morris Nix during an altercation in April 2023. During the October 2023 hearing, Hicks testified that Nix had yelled about a child in the bathroom and […]
New polling numbers released Sunday by a traditionally-liberal news source may be giving Democrats another reason to worry about the upcoming 2024 presidential election. According to data from a New York Times/Siena College poll, former President Donald Trump has pulled ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris nationally, 48% to 47%. While the numbers indicate a […]
Every Monday, we present “Tide Takes”, where we’ll get into a different topic on the Crimson Tide, break down the previous game, preview the upcoming game, and everything in between. The Alabama Crimson Tide is 2-0 after pulling away late on Saturday night at home against South Florida in a game that was significantly closer […]
7. The talk about Venezuelan gangs taking over apartment complexes in Colorado was called racist and fake, until the landlord was forced to sell the complex. Colorado landlord Zev Baumgarten has now agreed to sell or dispose of the Aspen Grove apartment complex in Aurora after it was overrun by the violent Venezuelan migrant gang […]
The Alabama Crimson Tide were victorious in Tuscaloosa on Saturday night against South Florida in a game that was significantly closer than many expected it to be. While a first glance of the final box score displays a vintage Alabama beatdown and a 42-16 victory, it was far from easy during the dedication game for […]
The Presidential election has seen some very interesting shifts in the betting odds market, a market which is generally a very good indicator of who will win. Following the disastrous debate performance from Joe Biden which led to the President dropping out of the race, former President Donald Trump saw his chances rise up to […]
Radio talk show host Dale Jackson and 256 Today CEO Mecca Musick, take you through Alabama’s biggest political stories. Mecca Musick is the CEO of 256 Today. Sign up for the 256 Today newsletter here. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN, […]

