Republican Congressman Mo Brooks (AL-5) released a statement on Tuesday regarding two bills that he has recently sponsored that would provide the necessary funding to build President Donald Trump’s proposed border wall. Brooks said, “A country that cannot defend its borders is no country at all.” “Congress, generally, and open border Democrat Congressmen and Senators, […]

Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin tweeted his support for the rights of transgender people on Tuesday, saying, “Transgender people are not a political stance, agenda, or conspiracy.” Woodfin added, “They are human beings and they deserve equal protection under the law.” This comes after The New York Times reported over the weekend that the Trump administration […]

Del Marsh released a new campaign ad on Tuesday. The ad, titled ‘Government’s Job,’ touts Marsh’s record of job creation as a successful small businessman. Marsh, who currently serves as president pro tem of the Alabama Senate, is shown throughout the ad in various industrial settings talking about his philosophy on the role of government […]

In an audio recording sent out by Governor Kay Ivey’s campaign on Wednesday morning, Mayor Walt Maddox admits that billionaire George Soros’ contributions to a group of Tuscaloosa PACs backing Maddox in the gubernatorial race were indeed for him. When asked directly about the $200,000 total contribution amount from Soros, Maddox said, “I was absolutely, […]

MONTGOMERY — At a press conference held on the steps of the Alabama State Capitol on Tuesday, Orange Beach businessman and long-time Roy Moore ally Dean Young showcased a completed a questionnaire from Gov. Kay Ivey expressing her support for Amendment 1, also known as the “Ten Commandments amendment.” The amendment, which is on the […]

The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced Tuesday that former Alabama resident Alaa Mohd Abusaad was charged in Birmingham with attempting to provide material support and resources to al Qaeda, a designated foreign terrorist organization, and aiding and abetting others, in violation of Title 18, United States Code, Sections 2339B and 2. Assistant Attorney General for […]

As calls for Medicaid expansion resurface in Alabama, it is no coincidence that mega-donors of the left along the lines of George Soros and Tom Steyer have decided to participate in the state’s elections this cycle. Another such champion of liberal causes which may also enter the fray is AARP. The group has not shied […]

TUSCALOOSA — On Tuesday, a group of pro-life individuals gathered outside of the West Alabama Women’s Center in an attempt to help women understand the impact of having an abortion. Amanda Delaluz, who stands outside of the clinic almost every day, said she often travels to Montgomery to help persuade young women from getting an […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are expected to announce at an event in Birmingham on Wednesday that the team is launching a G League affiliate in Alabama’s biggest city, per reporting by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The G League is the NBA’s official minor league, having been called the NBA Developmental League until 2017. The “G” stands […]

The University of Alabama announced on Tuesday that Dr. Russell J. Mumper has been named vice president for research and economic development at the university effective January 1 of the coming year. As a vice provost from the University of Georgia who previously led four research centers or institutes, co-founded five start-up companies and received nearly […]

A Democratic nominee plagued by wild allegations regarding her fitness to hold office is, in fact, ineligible, according to a Monday ruling by Judge Samuel Junkin. Linda Hall is currently the Democratic nominee for Circuit Judge, Place 16 on the 10th Circuit in Jefferson County. While the ballots have already been printed, her votes will not be […]

Republican Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) officially introduced legislation to bypass Democratic obstruction and fund President Donald Trump’s proposed wall on the southern border of the United States. Byrne’s bill, known as the “50 Votes for the Wall Act” (H.R. 7073), would use the budget reconciliation process to overcome a would-be filibuster by Senate Democrats. The […]

Planned Parenthood Southeast’s Alabama PAC is set to spend over $1 million in advertising over the next 14 days in opposition to a pro-life constitutional amendment on the state’s November 6 general election ballot. A financial disclosure filed on Monday revealed that the PAC, Alabama for Healthy Families, had surpassed the $1 million mark with […]

Senators Richard Shelby (R-AL) and Doug Jones (D-AL) joined a group of six other U.S. senators on Monday in calling on Department of Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross to implement American antidumping laws strongly and impartially to ensure domestic catfish producers are able to compete on a level playing field. The two Alabama senators, along with […]

As revealed by a mandatory financial disclosure filed on Monday, Democratic gubernatorial nominee and Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox recently accepted a direct contribution from the San Francisco billionaire leading the national “Need to Impeach” movement against President Donald Trump. Tom Steyer gave Maddox $5,000 on Wednesday of last week, while his wife gave Maddox an […]

Alabama voters next month will decide a constitutional amendment regarding the display of the Ten Commandments in public schools and government buildings. The proposed amendment to the Alabama Constitution says schools and public buildings can display the Ten Commandments as long as it is done in a way that “complies with constitutional requirements” such as […]

While most political observers in Alabama have been focused on attempted smears regarding Governor Kay Ivey’s health, a flier that is circulating in predominantly black parts of the state has raised eyebrows with its racially charged rhetoric and “incendiary” images aimed to increase Democratic turnout. The flier, which can be viewed below, says “Governor Ivey, […]

During a Monday interview on the “Dale Jackson Show,” state Rep. Mike Ball (R-Madison) discussed the attempted “October Surprise” that has been orchestrated against Governor Kay Ivey, with Ball explaining the political bias of the individuals making the now-refuted allegations over her health. Last week, Democratic gubernatorial nominee and Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox’s longtime friend […]

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.

Former congressman Artur Davis (D-AL) is running to be Montgomery’s next mayor. While the election will not occur until August 27 of next year, Davis believes the race, which is expected to feature Montgomery Probate Judge Steven Reed, could present a similar problem as the current gubernatorial race in Georgia, where Republican Secretary of State […]

In a Monday appearance on Birmingham Talk 99.5’s “Matt & Aunie Show,” Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill elaborated on his Twitter back-and-forth with Alabama third congressional district Democratic nominee Mallory Hagan over voter participation that went down on Saturday. Last week, according to the Associated Press, Hagan alleged that “more than 55,000 voters in the […]

A University of Alabama football player has been charged with driving under the influence. News outlets report reserve offensive lineman Hunter Ray Brannon was arrested Sunday morning.

Monday is the final day to register to vote in next month’s election. People can register online to vote until 11:59 p.m. Monday.

While top-of-the-ticket races like the gubernatorial and attorney general contests grab the headlines, one dramatic electoral battle in Jefferson County is flying under the radar with just 15 days left until the November 6 general election. Incumbent Judge Teresa Pulliam faces a challenge from Birmingham-area attorney Linda Hall for Circuit Judge Place 16 on the […]