Could 70-year-old Paul Finebaum pull off one of the most unexpected pivots in Alabama politics, moving from ESPN commentator to Republican Senate contender? His past remarks may come back to haunt him, and questions about age will surely surface, but he hasn’t ruled out jumping in. If he does, Finebaum’s years of live, combative radio […]

Fresh polling shows U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville issuing another beatdown against former Democrat U.S. Senator Doug Jones (D-Mountain Brook) in a hypothetical 2026 matchup for Governor of Alabama. According to a memo from Cygnal, one of the nation’s top polling firms, Tuberville (R-Auburn) leads Jones 53% to 34% among likely 2026 general election voters. “Former […]

7. The Iron Bowl rivalry between Alabama and Auburn kicks off at 6:30 PM at Jordan-Hare Stadium for the first primetime slot since 2014, moving from the traditional 2:30 PM start with Alabama’s playoff push in peril after an Oklahoma loss and Auburn’s quest for its first win since 2019. 6. Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle […]

Rural clinics across Alabama are closing, leaving empty rooms that signal lost access. Families face long drives for basic care. A grandmother manages heart failure alone, a farmer delays cancer screenings, and a mother travels an hour for prenatal visits while caring for other children. These are real lives burdened by a fragile system. The […]

 Former Alabama QB AJ McCarron is free to run for office; he may even be the next lieutenant governor, but the guy wasn’t even registered to vote before this year. The path to winning this race is clearly evident, but he is actively turning down interviews and not taking questions. The media and political […]

Alabama’s loss to Oklahoma triggers playoff pressure as the Tide head toward a high-stakes Iron Bowl, Bryce Young delivers a record NFL performance, and SEC coaching rumors heat up on Longshore & McKnight.

7. U.S. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) expressed intense anger over a last-minute Senate provision in the government funding bill enabling U.S. senators, including Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), to sue over being spied on by the FBI during the Biden administration and vowed to repeal it. 6. A […]

Another week is upon the college football watching public, and things are starting to heat up now midway through November and only a few games left in the race for conference titles and of course ultimately the College Football Playoff. In this state, the Alabama Crimson Tide face a massive test at home against Oklahoma […]

Who won the government shutdown? Can Democrats make the Epstein Files a shield for their pathetic failures? Why is Doug Jones running for Governor and who asked for this? All this and more on Alabama Politics This Week, on TV, radio, and online all over Alabama… Mecca Musick is the CEO of 256 Today. Sign up for […]

7. Alabama radio legend Paul Finebaum is allegedly ready to leave the network to run for Alabama’s 2026 Senate race for the seat held by Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn); meanwhile, former Alabama QB AJ McCarron’s debut campaign event leaves many wondering why he is running. 6. California will revoke 17,000 immigrant Commercial […]

Bama fans grow anxious ahead of Oklahoma, LSU–Alabama dominates TV ratings, Jameer Gibbs surges into NFL stardom, and Troy prepares a two-quarterback wrinkle. Longshore and McKnight break down the biggest storylines from across college football and beyond.

7. Disney is losing an estimated $30 million weekly in revenue from blacked out ABC and ESPN channels, prompting Alphabet’s YouTube TV to offer subscribers a $20 credit amid ongoing negotiations; this is significantly impacting college football, the NFL, and even election night. 6. Alabama conservative organizations Alabama Policy Institute and Eagle Forum of Alabama […]

The government shutdown may have been about ObamaCare subsidies or illegal immigrants ripping off the country, but food stamps has become a new fight. The constant stream of people on government assistance begging for more aid or bragging about the benefits they receive has radicalized a lot of Americans. Many are questioning if the social […]

On paper, the Alabama Crimson Tide is ripping through the SEC schedule. They’ve won eight games in a row and are entering the final stretch of the season with only one loss. The only two true tests remaining are against Oklahoma and Auburn with Eastern Illinois in between. Since an embarrassing defeat during the first […]

Bama faces a trap game vs. Oklahoma as Ty Simpson’s offense draws concern, Auburn fans celebrate despite a Vanderbilt loss, and CJ Duncan calls Cam Coleman “Julio Jones-level.” Plus, Tuberville’s NIL advice, betting lines, and SEC showdowns.

7. Republican New York City Councilwoman Inna Vernikov invited Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the city on Jan. 1, daring Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani to fulfill his campaign pledge to arrest him under an ICC warrant for alleged Gaza war crimes. 6. U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) co-sponsored a House resolution introduced by Rep. Riley […]

Elmore County officials asked voters to give them $150 per house and $300 per business every year in new taxes to help repair a prison and replace old firetrucks, voters said “NO.” The local leaders let the jail fall apart and the equipment go into disrepair, before begging. Why would voters give them more money? […]

Catch live episodes of Longshore and McKnight daily on YouTube, Spotify, and on Yellowhammer News?️? Today’s Top Moments 00:02:17 – Oklahoma rolls into Tuscaloosa for a high-stakes showdown 00:04:20 – No. 8 Alabama basketball hosts No. 2 Purdue Thursday night 00:06:31 – Oklahoma named Alabama’s homecoming opponent — risky move? 00:08:47 – Defining a “blue […]

7. U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Huntsville) hailed the FBI’s opening of the nation’s first National Counter-Unmanned Training Center at Redstone Arsenal as a pivotal step in bolstering homeland security by equipping law enforcement and security professionals to detect, assess, and neutralize unmanned aircraft system threats, citing major events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup and […]

The American South has benefited greatly from high taxes and out-of-control regulations in the North, we should welcome that. Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral win in New York City might supercharge this momentum; leaders should court these businesses and dollars. For some reason, many think this will turn Alabama into California, but that isn’t going to happen. […]

Auburn’s overtime loss to Vanderbilt sends shockwaves through the Plains as Alabama fans question another sluggish win over LSU. The guys break down Hugh Freeze’s hot seat, Luginbill’s Clemson jab, the Dixieland Delight chant, and wild betting drama from Jaguars–Texans in this week’s fiery episode of Longshore & McKnight.

7. President Donald Trump proposed introducing 50-year mortgages to reduce monthly payments amid a housing market slump with sales at 30-year lows due to high rates and prices; FHFA Director William Pulte called it a “game changer” while exploring assumable mortgages, allowing buyers to inherit sellers’ lower rates. 6. President Donald Trump stated that eliminating […]

Is the government shutdown about to wrap up? Can Colorado whine their way back to getting Space Command back? Why are Republicans even playing nice with the Alabama Education Association (AEA)? All this and more on Alabama Politics This Week, on TV, radio, and online all over Alabama… Mecca Musick is the CEO of 256 Today. Sign […]

Catch live episodes of Longshore and McKnight daily on YouTube, Spotify, and on Yellowhammer News?️? 00:02:55 – LSU rolls into Tuscaloosa amid turmoil and coaching chaos 00:04:44 – Alabama vs. LSU preview: War of the skill positions 00:06:12 – Auburn at Vanderbilt: Vandy a 6.5-point favorite over the Tigers 00:10:03 – Diego Pavia’s Auburn curse: […]