On Wednesday Governor Kay Ivey signed a multi-bill package known as “Powering Growth” into law — a sweeping energy infrastructure package intended to secure Alabama’s future energy dominance, accelerate economic development, and address long-term supply chain challenges across the state. The legislation, backed by state leaders and business advocates, creates the Alabama Energy Infrastructure Bank […]

Today is the last day in the 2025 regular legislative session, and the Alabama House of Representatives has taken an unusual approach: no special order calendar and, at least for now, no major bills on the floor. The House gaveled in at 1 p.m. Wednesday but recessed less than two hours later at the call […]

According to an annual report released by the Mobile Police Department, crime throughout the Port City has shown a significant decrease over the past year. The drop, according to department leadership, has been made possible thanks to the tireless efforts of officers across each district. RELATED: Mobile Police Department reports reduced crime in annual report […]

Yellowhammer News proudly presents the 2025 edition of the Power & Influence Top 50 list – the most candid and comprehensive annual index of who is moving the needle in Montgomery. This year marks the thirteenth installment – and the stakes have never been higher. With a monumental 2026 election cycle already taking shape, the […]

A new report released by Americans for Prosperity Foundation – Alabama reveals how the state’s Certificate of Need (CON) laws are having a negative impact on healthcare systems in the Yellowhammer State. The report argues that CON regulations raise health care costs for Alabamians, while also decreasing the quality of care they receive. “This new […]

Governor Kay Ivey and Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin have named their appointees to a reformed regional water works board that will take the place of the Birmingham Water Works, which was transformed by state lawmakers in the 2025 legislative session. The Blount County Commission and Birmingham City Council also named their appointees earlier this week, […]

Yellowhammer News proudly presents the 2025 edition of the Power & Influence Top 50 list – the most candid and comprehensive annual index of who is moving the needle in Montgomery. This year marks the thirteenth installment – and the stakes have never been higher. With a monumental 2026 election cycle already taking shape, the […]

The graduating class at Enterprise High School will be hearing from a very special commencement speaker at their graduation ceremony next week. According to WDHN News, U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) has agreed to deliver remarks at the event, which is scheduled to take place on May 22 at the Wildcats’ football stadium. RELATED: Britt […]

Governor Kay Ivey has signed HB386, continuing efforts to reduce Alabama’s tax burden on groceries. The announcement came Friday during a stop on her Rebuild Alabama Road Tour in Limestone County, where the governor told reporters she planned to sign the bill upon returning to the state capital. Later that day, Governor Ivey fulfilled that […]

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has selected Auburn resident and U.S. Navy Captain Doug Esposito to be his office’s May veteran of the month. The former pilot, who served 30 years in the military, has devoted his life to helping fellow veterans find academic assistance and, if needed, everyday necessities. Tuberville (R-Auburn) believes that Esposito is […]

As Alabama’s 2025 legislative session draws to a close on Wednesday, lawmakers enacted a $191 million tax relief package that will reduce the state sales tax on groceries from 3% to 2%, eliminate the 4% sales tax on essential baby and feminine hygiene products, and increase income tax exemptions for retirees and low- to moderate-income […]

As the 2025 state legislative session comes to a close, Governor Kay Ivey on Monday signed two bills that will further support the Trump administration’s historic crackdown on illegal immigrants. They also are an attempt to end any incentives for those in the country illegally to take up residence in Alabama. The governor signed SB158, […]

Legislation authored by U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer that will undo the Biden administration’s eleventh-hour ban on tankless natural gas water heaters has been signed into law by President Donald Trump. The Congressman joined the President for a signing ceremony in the Oval Office late last week. “I am honored to witness President Trump sign my […]

During the 2025 regular session of the Alabama Legislature, lawmakers have worked hard to address the needs and issues in every portion of our state – from the Gulf Coast to the Tennessee Valley, from the Wiregrass to the Blackbelt, from the big cities to the small towns, and in all points in between. But […]

The state’s Office of Information Technology is responding to a cybersecurity event that is affecting certain state systems. In a news release, Governor Kay Ivey’s office said immediate steps have been taken to contain the situation while working with a leading third-party cybersecurity firm to investigate, secure, and restore impacted services. “The event was first […]

As communities across the country pause to observe National Police Week, Alabama is recognizing the dedication and sacrifice of law enforcement officers with events and tributes taking place throughout the state. From statewide luncheons to national memorials, the week serves as a time to reflect on the service of those who work to protect public […]

Yellowhammer News proudly presents the 2025 edition of the Power & Influence Top 50 list – the most candid and comprehensive annual index of who is moving the needle in Montgomery. This year marks the thirteenth installment – and the stakes have never been higher. With a monumental 2026 election cycle already taking shape, the […]

A University of Alabama doctoral student has agreed to voluntarily return to Iran after being held in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention for more than six weeks, following a disputed visa revocation. Alireza Doroudi was detained by ICE agents on March 25 at the Tuscaloosa apartment he shared with his fiancée. According to […]

Over the last week or two, the hottest topic in college sports has been the possibility of an executive order from President Donald Trump to address the rising level of chaos caused by Name, Image, and Likeness issues in college sports across the country. This week, news emerged that Trump is now considering forming a […]

A Cullman County grand jury has dismissed 58 felony cases previously investigated by the Hanceville Police Department, ruling that the cases could not be prosecuted due to misconduct by former officers. According to WHNT News 19, District Attorney Champ Crocker announced the dismissals in early May, stating that the cases were rendered “unprosecutable” following a […]

A devastating crash on Tuesday claimed the lives of two Alabamians, leaving behind grieving families, communities, and colleagues. The wreck occurred at 11:51 a.m. at the intersection of Highway 43 and South Industrial Park Drive in Thomasville when a loaded 18-wheeler collided with four vehicles stopped at a red light. Killed in the accident were […]

State and local officials have begun to appoint members to a newly reformed Birmingham Water Works Board after Governor Kay Ivey’s official enactment of SB330 early yesterday afternoon The new law establishes a regional board with broader representation than just the City of Birmingham, which historically has accounted for a disproportionate level of control over […]

Mobile made headlines this week when news broke that Shawn Carter — better known by his professional rap name, Jay-Z — had filed a defamation lawsuit in the State of Alabama against a Jane Doe, who accused him of sexual assault. The woman would admit inconsistencies in her story and go on to drop her […]

America’s economic future hinges on energy—its reliability, affordability, and availability. Nowhere is that future being written more decisively than in Alabama. While much of the country debates how to adapt to growing energy demands, Alabama is acting. With foresight and purpose, our state is building a foundation of energy strength that is not only fueling […]