On Tuesday afternoon, President Donald Trump made good on a campaign promise that began in Alabama.  He signed an executive order directing federal agencies to develop policies that protect IVF access and reduce both out-of-pocket expenses and health plan costs.  The goal will make fertility treatments more affordable for families hoping to conceive. For Trump, […]

A new bill introduced by State Rep. Juandalynn Givan (D-Birmingham) and backed by Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter seeks to bring greater accountability to law enforcement staffing and crime statistics across the state. HB287 would require municipalities to report the number of sworn law enforcement officers to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) and […]

Speaking to the Business Council of Alabama (BCA) on Tuesday morning, newly-elected Pro Tem of the Alabama Senate, Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman) addressed the importance of equipping all Alabamians with the necessary training to secure stable, high-paying jobs that align with the evolving demands of the 21st-century economy. He detailed an overarching agenda focused on workforce development, […]

Early Sunday morning, an EF-1 tornado struck Hale County, Alabama, damaging over 30 homes and completely destroying eight, according to the Hale County Emergency Management Agency. The National Weather Service confirmed that the tornado left a 15-mile path of destruction. Two Hale County residents are lucky to be alive after the storm. CBS 42 reported […]

Last week, State Rep. Joe Lovvorn made major headlines when he filed a bill that, if passed, would make earnings of college athletes in the state of Alabama through Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) exempt from state income taxes. HB240, known as the “Competitive Edge NIL Tax Cut Act,” has a goal of benefiting schools […]

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) was recently recognized as the 2024 Investigative Partner of the Year by Homeland Security Investigations’ (HSI) Atlanta Field Office, which is responsible for federal law enforcement in both Alabama  and Georgia. This recognition was awarded to Special Agents assigned to ALEA’s State Bureau of  Investigation (SBI) during a ceremony […]

The 1151st Engineer Support Company, Alabama National Guard, transferred authority of the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa engineering mission to the 152nd Engineer Support Company, New York National Guard, during a Transfer of Authority ceremony on Feb. 11 at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. The mission of the engineering company, in support of CJTF-HOA and U.S. Africa Command, is to enhance regional stability and strengthen […]

57 high school seniors from across Alabama recently received nominations to U.S. service academies courtesy of U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville. Tuberville (R-Auburn), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Personnel for the Senate Armed Services Committee, announced the nominees late last week. It is the Senator’s fourth round of nominations since taking office in 2021. “Our young […]

Following the departure of State Rep. Randall Shedd (R-Fairview) from the Alabama House — for the first time since 2022, the role of House Majority Whip, became open — and on Monday, Majority Leader Scott Stadthagen named 29-year-old freshman State Rep. Brock Colvin to take on the job. Majority Whip is the third highest position […]

U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) are vocally reaffirming their support for Marshall Space Flight Center as the future of the Space Launch System (SLS) continues to draw the speculation of national media. “It is no secret China is aggressively advancing their technology and space programs, threatening both U.S. national and economic […]

The Southeastern Livestock Exposition’s (SLE) inaugural Alabama Select Horse Sale is set for March 7-8, 2025, at the Teague Arena, located on the Garrett Coliseum grounds. Sponsored by Trustmark, the event will offer horse enthusiasts an opportunity to connect, buy, and sell quality horses.  SLE President Linwood McClain said the event is shaping up to […]

Alabama business magnate Angus R. Cooper III was elected to the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees in a unanimous vote to represent the First Congressional District. Trustees acclaimed Cooper as a visionary in business, in the state’s economy and workforce, and most importantly, in the continued success of the UA System’s mission. Recently […]

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Alabama announced Wednesday that ten men have pleaded guilty in connection with managing a multi-million-dollar illegal sports-betting operation. The defendants, who were part of a sprawling network known as “Red44,” admitted to charges of illegal gambling and money laundering before U.S. District Judge Madeline Haikala. The […]

On Thursday afternoon, Alabama House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter appointed State Rep. Steve Clouse (R-Ozark) as Chairman of the House Transportation, Utilities and Infrastructure Committee. It was announced yesterday that State Rep. Randall Shedd (R-Fairview) will resign his seat to serve as constituent services director for Alabama Senate Pro Tem Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman). Shedd also therefore […]

Nearly a week after a firearm accidentally discharged inside a second-grader’s backpack at Challenger Elementary School, questions remain about how the gun ended up in the child’s possession. The incident occurred last Thursday around 2:45 p.m. as students were being dismissed from school. According to officials with Huntsville City Schools, the firearm was discharged while […]

With the goal of growing and reinforcing patriotism among America’s youth, U.S. Rep. Dale Strong has introduced legislation that would require primary and secondary schools receiving federal funding to meet certain standards in order to continue receiving financial assistance. According to Strong (R-Monrovia), the Promoting American Patriotism in Our Schools Act will specifically mandate that, […]

Blountsville Police Chief Shane Best has resigned after being placed on paid leave earlier in January amid confusion and controversy surrounding his employment status. On January 7, Best received a letter informing him that the town intended to eliminate his position due to financial difficulties. The letter indicated that the decision was purely financial, and […]

City leaders in Birmingham are raising serious concerns about the growing backlog of criminal court cases, which is leaving many families waiting years for justice. The backlog of these cases was addressed at Tuesday’s Birmingham City Council meeting, according to an ABC33/40 report. Mayor Randall Woodfin and Birmingham City Council President Darrell O’Quinn addressed the issue, […]

Birmingham, Alabama has become the official U.S. tourism partner of the English soccer club Birmingham City FC. The team’s partnership with the Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau, the city’s official tourism and marketing organization, will last until May 2027. The Blues compete in the EFL League One, which sits just below the Premier League […]

Republicans in the Alabama House brought a popular, multi-year legislative effort to a successful close by passing the What is a Woman Act to codify definitions of sex-based terms such as “man,” “woman,” “male,” and “female” into state law — based on biological reality at birth. After passing the Senate last week, the bill now […]

Governor Kay Ivey and state lawmakers have introduced the “Safe Alabama” legislative package, a sweeping set of proposals aimed at curbing violent crime and providing law enforcement with stronger tools to prosecute offenders. Unveiled alongside legislative leaders and law enforcement officials, the package includes tougher penalties for gun-related crimes, increased restrictions on firearm possession for […]

State Rep. Randall Shedd (R-Fairview) will resign his seat in the Alabama House to go work upstairs for Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger.  Yellowhammer News confirmed reports on Wednesday. An official announcement is expected later today. Shedd, a decorated lawmaker and public servant, was first elected to the legislature in 2013 representing portions of […]

Lake Martin’s Wicker Point Golf Club has been named to a prestigious list recognizing the best courses in each state across the country. According to GOLF Magazine, the members-only course is the best in all of Alabama. Along with the rankings, the publication called Wicker Point a “top-drawer private golf club experience.” “Wicker Point Golf Club […]

Members of the Alabama Senate Judiciary committee advanced a bill that would make it a felony under state law to possess the parts needed to convert a pistol into a machine gun. The legislation has come to be known as the Glock switch bill. In years past, the House has debated and advanced some form […]