Vice President Harris’ campaign has proposed $25,000 in government downpayment assistance to help Americans afford homes. Many economists, however, have criticized this. Why might government cash not help families buy homes? Housing has certainly become less affordable. The National Association of Realtors’ affordability index hit an all-time low in 2022 and got worse in 2023. […]

Caroleene Dobson, the GOP candidate for Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District, announced a timely proposal she would immediately push if elected, requiring the federal government to become more transparent in its placement of migrants, illegal immigrants, or other foreign nationals in communities across the country. Dobson plans to introduce legislation that would require Federal officials to […]

On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to review an appeal by an Alabama fertility clinic seeking to dismiss a wrongful death lawsuit filed by a couple whose embryo was destroyed. The decision leaves intact a February ruling by the Alabama Supreme Court to allow litigation against Mobile-based Center for Reproductive Medicine to proceed. The […]

Today marks one year since the Islamic terrorist organization Hamas attacked Israel’s civilian population along the border dividing the Middle Eastern country and the area of the Gaza Strip. The surprise rampage resulted in the deaths of 1,200 Israelis, with approximately 250 people being taken hostage. The decision by Hamas’ leadership to kill and torture […]

As another dangerous and potentially deadly hurricane is set to make landfall in Florida in a few days, communities in Tennessee, Georgia, and North Carolina are still struggling to get all the necessary federal assistance to recover and rebuild from the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. Unfortunately, the response from the Biden-Harris administration has been […]

Following the Alabama Crimson Tide’s loss to Vanderbilt University on Saturday night, Montgomery mayor Steven Reed commented on the defeat. Alabama lost 40-35 and Reed celebrated the loss shortly after: https://x.com/stevenlouisreed/status/1842715598733640140?s=46 Grayson Everett is the State and Political Editor of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270

Attorney and candidate for Jefferson County Probate Court Judge Place 1, John Amari, has announced the airing of his first TV campaign advertisement ahead of the November 5th election. The commercial, entitled “That’s Amari”, focuses on Amari’s promise to deliver fair and trusted judgment. The ad also features citizens of Jefferson County vouching for his […]

Alabama U.S. Senators Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville joined a group of fellow Republican lawmakers demanding answers from Merrick Garland over the Department of Justice failing to prevent immigrants in the United States illegally from registering to vote in upcoming federal elections. The lawmakers are also pushing to hold Garland accountable for the DOJ’s refusal […]

When former President Donald Trump was announced at the Alabama Crimson Tide’s home matchup against the Georgia Bulldogs last Saturday, the crowd of more than 100,000 college football fans erupted into cheers and chants of “U-S-A, U-S-A.” However, just one month before the big game, Trump was not scheduled to make it to Tuscaloosa. “About […]

This week, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) released statistics revealing that the Biden-Harris Administration released more than 425,000 convicted criminals into our country this year. This includes 13,000 murderers and nearly 16,000 sex offenders. American families do not support the invasion this Administration has allowed into our country. In July, a Gallup poll found that […]

Energy security means national security, plain and simple.   Access to abundant natural resources that can be used for energy generation gives us the ability to keep the lights on and power our society. Without access to cheap, reliable and consistent energy sources, it becomes increasingly difficult to give communities, employers, local businesses, schools, churches, law […]

In recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, U.S. Senator Katie Britt is urging women across the United States to talk to their healthcare providers, get regular screenings, and set up a comprehensive treatment plan if necessary. “As rates of breast cancer continue to rise in younger women, the importance of regular screening cannot be […]

Some of Alabama’s political leaders are reacting to news that the Biden-Harris administration spent Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funds to help illegal immigrants. According to reporting from the Federalist, FEMA allocated nearly $364 million in the fiscal year 2023 and $650 million for the 2024 fiscal year towards humanitarian initiatives for illegal immigrants. U.S. Rep. […]

U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer criticized the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) under the Biden-Harris administration for its latest lawsuit against the State of Alabama. The DOJ announced last week they’re suing Alabama and Secretary of State Wes Allen for removing more than 3,000 names from its list of registered voters in a purge of non-citizens […]

In a Thursday morning debate hosted by the Montgomery Chamber of Commerce and WSFA 12 News, Republican Caroleene Dobson and Democrat Shomari Figures clashed over health care, the economy, and U.S. foreign policy now just over 30 days until the 2024 general election.  Dobson, a real estate lawyer and political newcomer, harped on the failures […]

As the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) begins its first strike since 1977, fierce criticism of the union leadership’s decision to orchestrate a mass walkout has grown across the country. Elected officials from both parties have urged the union to end the strike, with many expressing anger over its timing as the nation struggles with high […]

Kelvin Datcher was officially elected to Alabama House District 52 after defeating Republican Erskine Brown Jr. in Tuesday’s special election to fill the vacancy left by longtime, former State Rep. John Rogers. Datcher garnered 1,124 votes (84%) to Brown’s 218 votes (16%) according to unofficial results from the Alabama Secretary of State’s office. Voter turnout […]

After last night’s performance in the 2024 CBS News Vice Presidential Debate, Ohio Senator JD Vance drew unanimous praise from Alabama’s elected officials for his quick work defeating the Governor of Minnesota and Democrat nominee for VP, Tim Walz. Out of the group of lawmakers from the Yellowhammer State, U.S. Senator Katie Britt was perhaps […]

Members of Alabama’s Congressional delegation are showing their support for the state of Israel in the wake of Iran’s missile attack against the Jewish nation. Iran launched close to 200 missiles against Israel Tuesday, in what is being called a “significant escalation” by the regime in Tehran. “U.S. naval destroyers joined Israeli Air Defense units […]

Harold Daggett, Chief Negotiator for the International Longshoremen Association (ILA) says his union is willing hold the U.S. economy hostage until their demands are met. Tuesday at midnight, roughly 47,000 unionized port workers belonging to the ILA walked off the job and are now on strike in an attempt to negotiate a 77% pay raise. […]

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) excoriated the U.S. Department of Justice this week over their latest lawsuit against the State of Alabama. The DOJ announced Friday they’re suing Alabama and Secretary of State Wes Allen for removing more than 3,000 names from its list of registered voters in a purge of non-citizens from being able […]

Tuesday at midnight, roughly 47,000 unionized port workers belonging to the International Longshoreman’s Association (ILA) walked off the job and are now on strike in an attempt to negotiate a 77% pay raise. Around 900 ILA members work at the Port of Mobile, which is one of the hubs impacted by the strike. The organization […]

Governor Kay Ivey today announced she has received a forward-thinking economic strategic plan presented by Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair. Designed to guide the state’s growth through the next decade and beyond, the plan cements Alabama’s status as a leader in economic development. This comprehensive plan — called Catalyst — replaces the state’s previous framework, Accelerate […]

Violent crime is a complex issue influenced by various social, economic, and systemic factors. The fundamental question is what are the common denominators in all high-crime areas, and, secondly, what would it take to eradicate them. Ineffective or disconnected leadership can lead to inadequate policies and resources for crime prevention, community engagement, and social services. […]