Birmingham’s Highlands Bar & Grill has capped off a historic year by being named to a list of the “100 Best Restaurants in America.” Perhaps the most prestigious aspect of being featured on the extensive list, which was compiled by OpenTable, is that it was generated solely by real diner reviews. The list also represented […]

Four breakfast joints remain in the quest to earn the title of “Bama’s Best Breakfast,” with the competition semifinals taking place on Monday and Tuesday. The first semifinal match-up pits Tater’s Restaurant in Luverne against Staggs Grocery in Florence. This matchup is taking place on Monday. A second Florence establishment – Big Bad Breakfast – […]

NEW ORLEANS – Two days before Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day and on the day of President George H.W. Bush’s funeral, two Alabama World War Two veterans and their families got to visit the National World War Two Museum, thanks to the passionate work of Marshall County-based Valor’s Voice. For the nation, it was a day […]

Alabama is well known for its Southern hospitality and cooking, and now one contest will attempt to crown the best of the best when it comes to the Yellowhammer State’s breakfast joints. “Breakfast — It’s the most important meal of the day, and ‘Simply Southern TV’ wants to know which local restaurant butters your biscuit […]

While André Harris gave God all of the credit when he rescued a baby from a burning car back in July, it was Harris who was recognized on the national stage this weekend for his incredible act of heroism. A few months ago, Yellowhammer News highlighted Harris’ bravery, and his inspiring testimony, after his now-famous act […]

With the conclusion of the 2018 midterm elections, I have one question, specifically for the faith-based community: Where is your theology? If you conduct a quick Google search you will find out the word “theology” means “the study of the nature of God and religious belief.” If theology is the study of God, then how does an […]

According to a report by CBS 42, “Christmas arrived a little early for one Hueytown woman.” When 71-year-old Jo Ann Stone’s neighbors took notice that she did not have working heat inside her home, they showed the true spirit of the season right here in Alabama. This week, their neighborly compassion was matched by the […]

Before the University of Alabama’s home football game against Mississippi State on Saturday, Para-Commandos jumped from a military aircraft and landed in Bryant-Denny Stadium as part of the pregame, Veterans Day weekend festivities. The Para-Commandos are the United States Special Operations Command’s “premier aerial parachute demonstration team.” In an incredible video posted by the university, you […]

With November 11 falling on a Sunday this year, the official recognition of all of the American heroes who have served as members of the nation’s armed services will be observed on Monday. As people around our nation celebrate the United States’ 64th annual Veterans Day, Alabamians can take special pride in knowing that this […]

At a recent church service, the sermon focused on the 12th chapter of Mark’s gospel, which describes Jesus’ answer to a question from a scribe about which Commandment is “first of all.” In it, Jesus replies with the Shema. He says, “Hear O Israel, the Lord our God, the Lord is one; and you shall […]

In a Facebook video published on Friday, Birmingham police Officer Christopher Lassinger can be seen performing “random acts of kindness” that are inspiring the low-income community he patrols in western Birmingham. In the video uploaded by WVTM’s Fred Davenport, Lassinger is found playing basketball with children in a local neighborhood during his downtime. One resident told WVTM that […]

The story of one dog’s rescue from deplorable conditions in the Wiregrass is starting to pick up steam on social media. According to a post from Saje Cox Loftin, a previous post of hers inspired her friend Erica to go above and beyond in saving a husky that “was chained up and starving” in Houston […]

A video of students in Moody, Alabama, surprising their school custodian with a grand show of appreciation went viral on Monday. In the heartwarming video, students from Moody Elementary School surprise “Mr. Eugene” on National Custodial Worker’s Recognition Day, which was October 2. Once surprised, Mr. Eugene is overcome with emotion and then takes a bow […]

TV viewers longing for a reality show featuring housewives who shoot guns and love the outdoors are in luck. “Redneck Housewives of Alabama” is set to make its premiere next month in Huntsville.

Seeing military service members reunited with loved ones after lengthy periods of time overseas is always emotional, but this time it is man’s best friend stealing the show. Alabama’s Captain Josh Williams just returned from a ten-month deployment on the Korea peninsula with his brigade, which is part of the 3rd Infantry Division. In a […]

In the aftermath of tragedy, sometimes the smallest of gestures can bring a world of hope. As Hurricane Michael tore through the Panama City Beach area, Mobile-based FOX 10 News photojournalist Rodney Rocker and meteorologist Adam Olivier noticed an American flag lying in a parking lot while they were driving around. The duo returned later when the weather […]

An Alabama man impressed the nation with his singing of “God Bless the Broken Road” by Rascall Flatts on Monday night’s episode of NBC’s “The Voice.” As reported by WSFA, 22-year-old Kirk Jay blew the four judges away, getting them all to turn their chairs around during his performance, indicating that they each wanted Jay […]

She might be a little girl, but Dothan’s Kayla Glover has a big heart for a person of any age. As reported by WSFA, Kayla, at first look, is your typical eight-year-old. The Alabama girl loves watching her favorite show, Spongebob Squarepants, and spends the weekend working on her multiplication skills. However, her caring nature […]

In a video posted last week by CBS 42’s Simone Eli, Auburn football player Deshaun Davis can be seen walking hand-in-hand with a young boy to the edge of the end zone, where the two kneel in prayer together before the Tigers’ game versus Southern Miss. MUST WATCH: #Auburn LB Deshaun Davis is EXACTLY the type […]

In what CBS 42 is calling “a walk to remember,” an Alabama woman who was paralyzed 11 years ago held a different kind of surprise birthday party. Birmingham’s LaShundra Glenn Smith recently shocked guests at her own birthday celebration by walking in, with the help of leg braces and a walker. She has been using a […]

As CBS 42 reported, the Bibb Correctional Facility in Brent, Alabama, graduated the first class from the Birmingham Theological Seminary (BTS) Prison Initiative recently, with one inmate saying, “God is a changer of men and we’re living proof of that.” Ten inmates were awarded with certificates of completion, including four graduates earning a Master’s of […]

After it was announced earlier this week that Blount County Schools would no longer allow student or volunteer-led prayer over the intercom before games, fans were worried that their prayer would be silenced. However, if Friday’s Locust Fork High School game was any indication, prayer in Blount County will continue. In a video posted on […]

Granny’s Fish ‘N Grits, a popular family-owned food truck in Birmingham, was featured on the premier of Andrew Zimmern’s new Food Network show “Big Food Truck Tip” on Wednesday and won a $10,000 “tip” to help grow their business. In a viral video clip posted on Facebook, you can see the emotional moment when the […]

Music legends Alabama will headline a concert on Wednesday, September 26 at Burgess-Snow Field to benefit Jacksonville State University (JSU). The Charlie Daniels Band will join them, as will other well-known entertainers with Alabama roots, including Jamey Johnson, Shenandoah and Jason Isbell. Per WHNT, when the EF-3 tornado rolled across JSU’s campus in March, founding Alabama band member […]