Alabama Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter didn’t mince words after last night’s Super Bowl LX halftime show, slamming the NFL for letting wokeness infiltrate one of America’s most cherished traditions. A performance by Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny, whose Spanish-language set and anti-ICE messaging drew fire from conservatives nationwide, was injected between halves of […]

As February begins, many Alabamians start planning how to celebrate Valentine’s Day. The state offers a wide range of romantic destinations, and one Orange Beach restaurant has earned national recognition — Voyagers at Perdido Beach Resort has been named to OpenTable’s 2026 Top 100 Romantic Restaurants list. According to OpenTable, the annual list is compiled […]

For Mobile native Bryant Thomas, stepping onto the “American Idol” stage meant more than an audition. The singer-songwriter, who built an online following while remaining unseen on camera, finally revealed himself during his Nashville audition, earning a golden ticket to Hollywood and proposing to his girlfriend moments later in a segment that quickly drew attention […]

The Alabama Legislature has spent years debating the “ready-to-drink” issue, premixed canned cocktails that consumers increasingly expect to buy where they already buy beer and wine. But now, Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger and Speaker of the Alabama House Nathaniel Ledbetter say the politics of that fight might change in 2026. At Yellowhammer […]

After winning his last fight in June, former WBC heavyweight champion and Tuscaloosa native Deontay Wilder is taking a new step in his career. Wilder will appear in “Moses the Black,” a crime film produced by hip hop artist and entertainment mogul Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, set to release through Fathom Entertainment at the end […]

Rock band Creed will return to Alabama this summer as part of its ongoing “Summer of ’99” reunion tour, with shows scheduled in Huntsville and Orange Beach. The band announced it will perform July 22 at The Orion Amphitheater and July 24 at The Wharf Amphitheater, according to its official social media channels. Opening acts […]

If you’re looking for Las Floriditas in downtown Mobile, you might not find it right away. The first thing you’ll notice is the giant Moon Pie on top of the RSA Trustmark building, where you’ll find Las Floriditas in the basement. The second thing you’re bound to notice? Roosevelt “Rosie” Patterson. At 6-foot-5, he sits in front of the entrance, […]

One Alabama foodie is making it his mission to show the world that the best hamburgers are still made in the United States of America. A guy from Birmingham who calls himself the “Well-fed Redneck” or the “Fedneck” took to social media recently to complain about a recent list put out by Food and Wine […]

From large-scale drive-thru extravaganzas to underground holiday displays, Alabama offers a wide variety of Christmas light experiences each season. Here are some of the best Christmas light shows in Alabama: Best drive-thru Christmas light shows Lights of Noel — Birmingham Racecourse Lights of Noel is billed as Alabama’s largest drive-through animated Christmas light show, featuring millions […]

Alabama has shaped generations of Southern music, but when it comes to Christmas songs that actually mention the Yellowhammer State by name, the list is surprisingly short. But what Alabama’s Christmas soundtrack lacks in variety, it makes up for in the legendary artists who recorded them: Grammy Award-winning band, “Alabama” and Jimmy Buffett, who called […]

Fairhope has earned national recognition as one of the best small towns in the country to visit for Christmas. HGTV put Fairhope, Alabama, on the list of 50 small towns, highlighting the city’s signature holiday traditions, coastal charm and festive atmosphere along Mobile Bay. HGTV said Fairhope stands out for hosting Alabama’s most well-known Christmas parade, […]

Christmas at the Falls is underway at Noccalula Falls Park in Gadsden, illuminating one of North Alabama’s most popular outdoor destinations with millions of Christmas lights, festive displays, and family-friendly attractions. The seasonal event runs through Jan. 3, 2026, with the park closed on Dec. 24 and 25. Guests may enter during their selected time […]

Alabama A&M University alumna Jazz McKenzie advanced to next week’s finale of NBC’s “The Voice” with a standout performance of the rock classic, “Don’t Stop Believin” by Journey. Her coach, Michael Bublé, told her the rendition gave him “goosebumps.” “I’m still soaking it all in,” McKenzie said. “Making it to the live finale has truly been […]

 A major expansion of Alabama’s entertainment tax incentive program is turning heads in the music industry. Representatives of the Alabama Department of Commerce and the Alabama Entertainment Office have been promoting the new opportunities, and the Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival was a recent stop. The festival, held in November, drew more than 50 songwriters and hundreds of […]

Fans of Pink Floyd will soon have a new way to experience one of rock’s most celebrated albums. The Black Jacket Symphony is partnering with McWane Science Center for an immersive performance of “The Dark Side of the Moon.” The exclusive VIP show will take place inside McWane’s IMAX Dome Theater, surrounding guests with a […]

Hangout Music Festival is canceled — at least for now. The festival, renamed Sand in My Boots, was scheduled for May 2026, but Gulf Shores Mayor Robert Craft announced Monday that the town’s annual music festival will not be held this upcoming year. Craft said the reason for the cancellation was the inability of the festival […]

In the heart of downtown Decatur, The Princess Theatre stands as a beacon of history, culture, and community. Over a century old, the Princess has grown from a humble livery stable into one of North Alabama’s most treasured performing arts centers, a place where generations have gathered to celebrate the magic of theater, music, and dance.   […]

Auburn’s signing day surge, Alabama fans fuming over a Sunday tipoff, and fresh SEC coaching drama highlight a packed episode of Longshore and McKnight. Catch the biggest storylines, standout moments, and everything buzzing across the college football landscape.

Longshore and McKnight break down Alabama’s new 5-star signee, the CFB Playoff Committee brushing off Vanderbilt’s upset over Tennessee, plus the latest on SEC matchups, playoff scenarios, and more from around college football.

Catch live episodes of Longshore and McKnight daily on YouTube, Spotify, and on Yellowhammer News?️? Today’s Top Moments 0:54 – Iron Bowl turns into one of the most physical matchups in years with big hits and wild officiating 13:54 – John Summerall insists on coaching Tulane through a title run even after taking the Florida […]

Birmingham’s music history has never looked quite like this. This month, Sealegs Press releases A History of Birmingham Rock & Roll, a hardback art book featuring every piece from Craig Legg’s legendary 350-painting exhibition—a project that stunned the city when it debuted at East Village Arts in 2023. The original show was the kind of […]

Rickwood Caverns State Park is once again preparing to turn its underground passageways into a festive spectacle as “Wonderland Under Warrior” returns for the 2025 holiday season. Now in its ninth year, the popular event invites families to walk through a cave system filled with holiday lights, themed rooms and Christmas characters. “This is the […]

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.

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.