Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced today that a Daphne, Alabama doctor has been arrested and charged with “Medicaid fraud and first-degree theft of property” under Alabama law as well as a long list of federal charges. Dr. Rassan M. Tarabein is a 58-year old neurologist who operates Eastern Shore Neurology and Pain Center (ESNPC) […]

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — President Donald Trump surprised Montgomery artist Craig Carlson this week with a letter thanking him for his “remarkable” painting. According to Carlson, the president enjoyed it so much that he wants to have it hung in the White House residence. “I usually support every President. I want our country to prosper. I […]

Yesterday the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) asked Colorado to reconsider its decision that prohibits families from using school vouchers (public funds) to pay for private religious schools. This move came on the heels of a major ruling Monday in which the Supreme Court sent a strong message favoring religious institutions in similar […]

THEODORE, Ala. — An Alabama homeowner and former U.S. Marine shot three suspects during an attempted home invasion last week, the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office has reported. The 62-year-old man fired upon the suspects after they broke into his home for the second time. In a previous instance, the individuals threatened the homeowner with physical […]

Jeff Still spent 18 years as a NAVY SEAL. He takes us on a journey from his time in the National Guard, to becoming a SEAL, working on the Captain Phillips mission, to his post military life as a businessman and now a state senate candidate in Alabama. Sponsored by Kill Cliff and FrogFuel the […]

I have a friend who is the personification of Pinterest. When I was pregnant, she gave me the door hanger for my daughter’s room. She had handmade it, along with some hairbands that could easily pass as Matilda Jane. Every year I look forward to her son’s birthday party just as much as my son […]

On Saturdays, it often occurs to me that carloads of people are driving south along the many highways that lead to Gulf Shores so bursting with excitement that every cow pasture and roadside restaurant become a landmark heralding another step toward the final destination. Conversely, there are just as many cars heading north filled with […]

A new list from MidAmerica Nazarene University declares the electric hearing aid to be the most impactful invention to come from Alabama. The list, published by Market Watch, names of the most significant invention from every state in the union. An electronic device worn in or behind the ear to amplify sound, the electric hearing […]

I often joke that people in the South feel justified in saying anything about anyone as long as they follow it with “bless your heart.” This includes saying something rude, negative, or inappropriate to someone’s face as well. Sadly, some people thrive on gossip and want to weigh in on the problems of others. I […]

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Across the state and nation, Miss Alabama and Miss America are incredibly influential role models. For many young girls, they strive to achieve the level of scholarship, beauty, and grace that the women competing at the top-level of the pageant world exhibit so well. Last week, Jessica Procter of Tuscaloosa was the […]

California’s Attorney General issued a press release yesterday banning state travel to Alabama due to “discriminatory legislation.” Attorney General Xavier Becerra also banned state-funded and state-sponsored travel to Kentucky, South Dakota, and Texas for the same reason. Interestingly, the Alabama law he condemns for being discriminatory protects against discrimination. It says religious adoption agencies can’t be […]

According to a report by Gulf Coast News Today, officials from Spanish Fort High School have pulled a summer reading list assigned to students in AP Government & Economics taught because of complaints that it was too conservative. The list was sent to students by their teacher, Gene Ponder, and included authors like Ann Coulter, […]

FAIRFIELD, Ala. — Birmingham and its surrounding communities experienced intense storms today that caused several injuries and serious property damage. At least four people have been injured and power lines around the metro area are down, according to the Birmingham Police. James Spann of ABC 33/40 reported that a funnel cloud was spotted in the […]

BESSEMER, Ala. — The popular Alabama-based tea company Milo’s just announced a new brew of peach tea just in time for the scorching Summer months. Like Milo’s other teas, the peach tea is made from custom-blended tea leaves and pure cane sugar, but it now includes natural peach flavors. Milo’s Peach Tea can be picked […]

Kevin Lacz takes us on his journey from being a NAVY SEAL, working with his friend Chris Kyle, to being hired by Clint Eastwood to play himself in the movie American Sniper. He also talks about his career as a PA in the medical field and working with charitable causes for former military members. Sponsored […]

Cord Sachs is a Birmingham-based leadership expert and the CEO of FireSeeds, a company that helps companies find and grow great leaders and “the company behind many of Alabama’s fastest growing companies.” The full conversation with Mr. Sachs can be heard on the Yellowhammer Radio podcast or in the video above, and a lightly edited transcript […]

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — An Alabama man and his wife were filled with the spirit in Indianapolis last week, but not the kind of spirit expected to consume a former pastor. Michael Trosclair and Shari Treba were arrested for neglect of a dependent in a situation that endangers the dependent and public intoxication after they were […]

HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail has made it known that if New Orleans does not want its Confederate Monuments anymore, his town is willing to find a new home for them. Over the past month, the city of New Orleans, Louisiana has removed several Confederate memorials from public grounds, leading to many protests […]

After intensive appeals from the state of Alabama over its hyper-brief red snapper season, the U.S. Department of Commerce relented last week, announcing an extension to the season. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced earlier that Alabama would only have a three-day red snapper season this year, understandably frustrating those who look forward to […]

NORTHPORT, Ala. — With its quirky operating hours and southern home-style cooking, City Cafe is adored throughout Tuscaloosa County by people of all generations. Now, O Magazine, the personal publication of Oprah Winfrey, has recognized it as one of the best two places to eat in all of Alabama. In the latest issue of O, […]

The Hollywood Conservative, Amanda Head, co-hosts “The Final 30” on Yellowhammer Radio. Topics include Dennis Rodman visiting North Korea, Hillary Clinton thinking she’s Wonder Woman and Last Man Standing could be headed to CMT. Alabama native, Amanda Head brings a witty perspective that’s sure to burn elitist liberals. You can catch her every Friday at […]

Few things bond fathers and sons like sharing things they both love. I’m fortunate that my two boys and I mostly love the same things. Whether hunting, fishing, playing/watching sports, or riding horses, our common interests run deep, and fortunately, we’ve spent countless hours pursuing them together. Of course, it’s not the things themselves that […]

Doug Pittman “Daddy-O” from New Brockton, Alabama was a big man. Not in stature. In that way he was average. But in every other way, he was large. In his personality, service, and his love for his family and others, he was a giant. You never had to guess what he was thinking. He was […]

ATHENS, Ala. — A man from Athens, Alabama has been charged with first-degree theft by deception for allegedly faking a cancer diagnosis to cheat an 81-year-old out of $100,000. Limestone County Sheriff’s Office arrested 39-year-old Jerry Dewayne Long yesterday, and he is currently held in the county jail with bail set at $5,000. The Alabama […]