Governor Kay Ivey announced on Friday afternoon she will not call a special legislative session — at least for now — to redraw Alabama’s 2021 State Senate map after a federal court ruled last month that the Montgomery-area districts violate the Voting Rights Act. As the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to revisit the intersection of […]

After trailing by more than 200 votes in the first round, Homewood businessman Chris Lane received calls to concede and step aside — especially since his opponent, John Manzelli, was only nine votes shy of winning outright. But on Tuesday, Lane overturned that deficit, increased turnout, and delivered one of the most remarkable municipal comebacks […]

U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) welcomed U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-West Virginia) to the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center in Birmingham. Both senators serve on the Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health, and Human Services, which Capito chairs. The Senators’ successful efforts have resulted in UAB receiving over $100 million in […]

On Friday, Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the indictment of Charles Nathan “Nick” Nickelson, 60, a retired Huntsville police officer and former coordinator for Huntsville Area Crime Stoppers, on a felony ethics charge alleging he used his official position for personal gain. Court documents say Nickelson took “all or a portion” of $25,520 that […]

On Friday, Governor Kay Ivey announced more than $3.7 million in state funding is being awarded to cities and counties for 13 road projects across Alabama: Union Springs (Bullock Co.) — Resurface Hardaway Ave, Levy Ave & Mimosa Apartment Rd Valley (Chambers Co.) — Resurface CR-379 (Fairfax Bypass) from Lee Co. line to Towel Ave […]

Alabama and America have lost a Patriot and historian. Tom Walker, the visionary, founder and longtime operator of American Village in Montevallo, died on Thursday. Walker was a member of the United States Semisesquintennial Commission, the national 250th anniversary celebration for July 4, 2026. His contribution and influence will continue in his absence. Walker never strayed […]

WIRED named conservative activist and commentator CJ Pearson to its 2025 list of “22 Very Online Upstarts Changing the Face of Politics” this week. The annual feature highlights young influencers, creators, and insiders who are reshaping political communication in the digital era. Pearson, 23, attended the University of Alabama until his junior year before focusing […]

Manufacture Alabama has added four new leaders to its board of directors. The statewide trade association announced the election of Matt Greer of Nucor Steel, Heather Wilson of United Launch Alliance, Phil Fultz of ArcelorMittal Calvert, and David Fernandes of Mazda Toyota Manufacturing. Organization officials said the appointments will help strengthen advocacy efforts for Alabama’s […]

Alabama Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth announced he’s putting his political muscle behind Public Service Commissioner Chris Beeker on Wednesday. Ainsworth endorsed the freshman commissioner for a full term and framing the 2026 race as a choice between continued, conservative leadership for Alabama — or Biden-era energy mandates and federal overreach. “Chris Beeker is the proven […]

It was a close race and had seemed so all along. Former schoolteacher, administrator and coach Dr. Matt Hubbard has been elected Mayor of Sylacauga. Hubbard defeated local Pastor and former Mayoral candidate Bryan Taunton by 46 votes. Hubbard received 1,137 votes to Taunton’s 1,091 (about 51%-49%). There was not a total available on outstanding […]

Totin’ Oden is running for re-election to the Alabama Public Service Commission in 2026. Commissioner Jeremy Oden, who has held the Place 1 spot on the PSC since 2012, announced today that he looks forward to continuing his record of accomplishments on behalf of the people of Alabama. “It has been the greatest honor of […]

Mayor Leigh Dollar will serve a fourth term leading the city of Guntersville, winning Tuesday’s runoff election against challenger Jeff McLaughlin and closing out one of the closest mayoral races in the city’s history. Unofficial results show Dollar receiving more than 58% of the vote to McLaughlin’s nearly 42%, with a total of 2,931 ballots […]

Tuesday night, Mobile elected a new mayor for the first time since 2013. Spiro Cheriogotis, a former prosecutor and district judge, defeated State Rep. Barbara Drummond (D-Mobile) in a runoff election that marked the end of the city’s most competitive mayoral race in recent history. Drummond won the August 26th general election with 33.7% of […]

AJ McCarron, former Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback and Mobile native, will run for statewide office in 2026, sources close to his decisionmaking process tell Yellowhammer News.  While he has not yet announced a campaign or filed papers to make his bid official, he is preparing to run either for Lieutenant Governor or U.S. Senate. McCarron, […]

Mobile has a vital election to replace 12-year Mayor Sandy Stimpson, who is not seeking re-election for a fourth term. The runoff election between State Rep. Barbara Drummond (D-Mobile) and former District Court Judge Spiro Cheriogotis is expected to be close. Mobile voters reported problems Tuesday when some were flagged as “inactive” and initially prevented […]

ProgressPAC, the political arm of the Business Council of Alabama, announced its first round of endorsements in the 2026 election cycle. The group is backing a slate of incumbent lawmakers it describes as “pro-business champions” who have consistently supported Alabama’s business community. According to BCA, these lawmakers have demonstrated their commitment to strengthening Alabama’s economy […]

Meta plans an expansion of its Montgomery Data Center, bringing the technology company’s total investment in Alabama’s capital region to more than $1.5 billion. The news was shared during a closed construction tour with state and regional leaders, reinforcing Montgomery’s position as one of the Southeast’s fastest-growing technology and innovation hubs, according to the Montgomery Chamber of […]

Alabama business and economic development leaders traveled to Washington, D.C. to meet with members of Alabama’s Congressional delegation and administration officials. The meetings highlighted the importance of ongoing collaboration to attract investment, grow the workforce, and drive sustainable economic development across the state. During group sessions and individual meetings, representatives from industry, workforce development organizations, […]

U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) is working to revive one of the tenets of the American Dream, growing increasingly out of reach for many: Homeownership.  In a stark increase from the 1980s, when the average first-time home owner was in their late 20s, the average age of first-time home owners is 38 — an all-time […]

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama has dismissed an eight-count lawsuit filed by former employees of Radiance Technologies, an employee-owned defense contractor headquartered in Huntsville. In an opinion issued late last week, U.S. District Judge Corey L. Maze dismissed all claims without prejudice. Maze held that the plaintiffs lacked standing to […]

From billboards to online resources, the National Opioid Awareness Day focused on education, prevention, and recovery. The Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH), in partnership with Opioids Take and funded by the Alabama Legislature, recognized National Opioid Awareness Day on September 21. The annual observance called on Alabamians to reflect, learn, and take action against […]

After a deadly weekend in Montgomery, Mayor Steven Reed has a message for his city. According to reports from WSFA, police responded to two separate violent crimes that resulted in three deaths over the weekend. On Saturday night, officers were called to the 5100 block of Carmichael Road at the Suburban Studios Hotel, where two […]

State Sen. Jabo Waggoner (R-Vestavia Hills), Alabama’s longest serving lawmaker in history, announced on Monday that he will seek a new term in the State Senate during the 2026 campaign cycle. “I’ve devoted a lifetime to serving my state, my community, and my neighbors, but there is still much work to be done and many […]

The Republican Attorneys General Association formally endorsed Katherine Robertson on Wednesday in Alabama’s open 2026 race for Attorney General. It comes as a rare, primary-season show of support from the national group. RAGA said Robertson is the only candidate in an open attorney-general race to receive its formal backing in the 2026 cycle and one […]