No, no one is banning contraception, stop lying about it. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN and from 10-11 a.m. on Talk 99.5 and News Radio 1440, with a rebroadcast Talk Radio 103.9 FM/730AM WUMP from 3-4 p.m.

7. Giant loser and Vice President Kamala Harris is keeping her political future open, exploring options like a 2028 presidential run or a bid for California governor in 2026. Harris plans to deliberate with her family during the holidays while maintaining her influence within the Democratic Party, as she prepares to conclude her term as […]

Why can’t we just have a Christmas parade that is about Christmas? Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN and from 10-11 a.m. on Talk 99.5 and News Radio 1440, with a rebroadcast Talk Radio 103.9 FM/730AM WUMP from 3-4 p.m.

7. Alabama’s playoff hopes took a significant hit with a lopsided loss to Oklahoma, as the Crimson Tide’s offense struggled under quarterback Jalen Milroe. Meanwhile, Auburn reignited its season with a thrilling 43-41 quadruple-overtime upset against No. 15 Texas A&M, keeping their bowl aspirations alive and gaining momentum ahead of the Iron Bowl. With these […]

Radio talk show host Dale Jackson and 256 Today CEO Mecca Musick, take you through Alabama’s biggest political stories. Mecca Musick is the CEO of 256 Today. Sign up for the 256 Today newsletter here. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN, Talk […]

7. Kyle Benjamin Douglas Calvert, a 26-year-old from Irondale, Ala., has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison for detonating an explosive device outside the Alabama Attorney General’s office in Montgomery earlier this year. The attack, which occurred in February, was motivated by Calvert’s extremist ideologies, with stickers at the scene expressing support for […]

Get the facts, have the hearings, and let the Senate advice and consent on Trump’s picks Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN and from 10-11 a.m. on Talk 99.5 and News Radio 1440, with a rebroadcast Talk Radio 103.9 FM/730AM WUMP from 3-4 p.m.

7. Michael Fortson is selling two burial plots at Elmwood Cemetery, just half a football field from the final resting place of legendary Alabama head coach Bear Bryant. Initially listed for $12,000, Fortson recently reduced the asking price to $10,000, explaining that while slightly above Elmwood’s standard rates, the proximity to Bryant’s grave adds unique […]

State Rep. Juandalynn Givan (D-Birmingham) should focus on things that address actual problems. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN and from 10-11 a.m. on Talk 99.5 and News Radio 1440, with a rebroadcast Talk Radio 103.9 FM/730AM WUMP from 3-4 p.m.

7. Alabama pollster Brent Buchanan of Cygnal polling revealed that younger voters are increasingly turning to social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for their news. This shift marks a departure from traditional outlets, with social media now shaping the opinions of many under 40. Buchanan emphasized the need for campaigns to adapt their […]

Pay attention, Alabama, a gambling expansion fight is coming. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN and from 10-11 a.m. on Talk 99.5 and News Radio 1440, with a rebroadcast Talk Radio 103.9 FM/730AM WUMP from 3-4 p.m.

7. Alabama State Rep. Juandalynn Givan (D-Birmingham) is advocating for a statewide alert system dedicated to finding missing black youths, similar to existing Amber Alerts but designed to address systemic disparities in attention to these cases. Givan highlighted that many families feel overlooked, stating, “Nobody sees us,” and emphasized the need for this initiative to […]

Voters deserve to know about the votes their elected leaders make, even leadership votes, the media should probably care also. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN, Talk 99.5, and News Radio 1440 from 10-11 a.m., and on Talk Radio 103.9 FM/730AM […]

7. After a decisive election loss, where America’s focus on Ukraine was drawn into question, President Joe Biden has reportedly approved Ukraine’s use of U.S.-supplied long-range ATACMS missiles for strikes inside Russia, marking a significant shift/escalation in policy. These missiles, capable of targeting critical infrastructure and command centers far from the front lines, have been […]

Radio talk show host Dale Jackson and 256 Today CEO Mecca Musick, take you through Alabama’s biggest political stories. Mecca Musick is the CEO of 256 Today. Sign up for the 256 Today newsletter here. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN, Talk […]

7. U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) has criticized the Biden administration’s handling of cryptocurrency regulations, particularly taking aim at SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s approach, which she claims has stifled innovation and created uncertainty for investors. With Bitcoin recently experiencing a surge, Britt argues that the administration’s regulatory focus has hindered the growth of the U.S. […]

  There are better people than Governor Kay Ivey to name these prisons after. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN, Talk 99.5, and News Radio 1440 from 10-11 a.m., and on Talk Radio 103.9 FM/730AM WUMP from 3-4 p.m.

7. President-elect Donald Trump is appointing former Florida U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz as attorney general, undoubtedly the most shocking choice of his new administration, so far. Gaetz, a vocal ally of Trump, has been known for his staunch conservative views and support of Trump’s policies. This potential appointment signals Trump’s intent to place loyalists in […]

  Alabama Democrats should be appearing in places that aren’t safe spaces, they can’t do it Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN, Talk 99.5, and News Radio 1440 from 10-11 a.m., and on Talk Radio 103.9 FM/730AM WUMP from 3-4 p.m.

7. Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign reportedly spent over $1 billion in three months, but it now faces financial strain with approximately $20 million in debt after paying celebrities, the Las Vegas Sphere, pilots to fly banners, and different racially based groups millions upon millions of dollars with very little discernable return on investment. Democratic […]

President Donald Trump will lead the U.S. Senate, the U.S. House, and the Republican Party Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN, Talk 99.5, and News Radio 1440 from 10-11 a.m., and on Talk Radio 103.9 FM/730AM WUMP from 3-4 p.m.

7. In response to the absurd notion that people are talking about a return to slavery and clearly fake texts about plantations, MSNBC’s “The Root” explores “concerns” about modern practices that resemble past systems of bondage. The article highlights how exploitation in the prison-industrial complex, labor trafficking, and economic inequalities mirror conditions of forced labor. […]

7. A “mass shooting” occurred early Sunday morning at Tuskegee University, following its 100th homecoming celebration, resulting in one death and multiple injuries. Videos posted on social media captured the chaos, with sounds of gunfire and attendees shouting to “stay down” as they sought cover. The deceased victim was not affiliated with the university, while […]

Radio talk show host Dale Jackson and 256 Today CEO Mecca Musick, take you through Alabama’s biggest political stories. Mecca Musick is the CEO of 256 Today. Sign up for the 256 Today newsletter here. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN, Talk […]