During a Sunday morning TV interview, U.S. Senator Katie Britt said reopening the federal government is her “number one” priority and accused Democrats of “playing politics” while Alabama families miss paychecks. Appearing Sunday on CBS’s “Face the Nation” from Tuscaloosa, Britt (R-Montgomery) argued that debates over the Affordable Care Act should happen only after Washington […]

Alabama Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter on Monday joined four other Southeastern House Speakers in a coordinated push for federal action to stabilize the U.S. forestry market. In a letter shared Monday morning with Congressional delegations from five states, Ledbetter and the House Speakers of Georgia, Arkansas, Florida, and South Carolina urged “immediate and […]

State Rep. David Standridge (R-Hayden) has received the endorsement of the Alabama Farmers Federation in his re-election bid for HD34 in Blount County. Jeff Maze, president of the Blount County Farmers Federation, said the organization’s support is rooted in Standridge’s accessibility and long-standing commitment to the community. “ We are proud to endorse Rep. Standridge […]

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is hopeful that the U.S. Supreme Court will overturn a key provision in the Voting Rights Act that allows states to use racial gerrymandering when they draw their voting districts. The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the Louisiana v. Callais case Wednesday, a blockbuster case that could reset […]

State Sen. Chris Elliott (R-Josephine) is praising the ongoing success of the new school choice program in the Yellowhammer State. State Superintendent Eric Mackey told board members earlier this month that fall enrollment in public schools is down by more than 5,000 students this year, partially due to parents using CHOOSE Act funds to enroll […]

The Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) board chairman John Wahl wants to make sure that kids’ books pushing radical gender ideology are only available in the adult sections of public libraries in the Yellowhammer State. Wahl, who is also the Alabama Republican Party Chairman, issued a formal letter to public library directors across the state […]

We are increasingly embroiled in an age in which the truth is an unwanted and uninvited guest. Leaders, especially in the body politic, have no desire to find the truth, because in finding it, they might have to change, resulting in dire consequences to the longevity of their public service, if not to their constituencies. […]

We are in the beginning of the Governor’s Race year. It would not be a gubernatorial year without harkening back and remembering ole Shorty Price. Alabama, in bygone days, would have a slew of what I called “run for the fun of it” candidates. They would run knowing full well they did not have a […]

Alabama officials have announced the launch of the Alabama Digital Education Network, a $16 million public–private initiative aimed at bringing tech training and broadband access to rural communities. The project, led by Ed Farm with support from Apple and Alabama Power, will create a statewide network of “learning spaces” through partnerships with schools, libraries, and […]

On Thursday, an Alabama Muslim organization blasted U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville’s proposal to block the use of Sharia law in American courts and to restrict entry to foreign nationals who advocate for it. CAIR-Alabama, the state chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations, issued a statement condemning Tuberville’s two-bill package: The No Sharia Act and […]

There’s a side of motherhood that most people never see. One that doesn’t begin with baby showers or nursery colors, but with blood tests, injections, and whispered prayers in sterile  rooms. It’s where hope and heartbreak sit side by side, and where faith becomes more than a  word. It becomes a lifeline. My husband and […]

For too long, the Washington establishment believed America’s strength was proven by how many wars we could start, not how many we could end. They called it “leadership.” I call it what it was: reckless foreign policy paid for by the blood of American patriots. From his first term to his second, President Trump has […]

Citing a love for the state and people of North Alabama, State Sen. Tim Melson kicked off his reelection campaign, pledging to continue his strong, conservative leadership for District 1, which includes Lauderdale and Limestone counties. Melson (R-Florence) was first elected in 2014 and has earned a reputation for representing his district with integrity, championing […]

One of the most important issues facing our country right now is the rise in violent crime. The tragic shooting in Montgomery earlier this month is a heartbreaking reminder of this issue’s urgency. Families should never have to live in fear, yet across our nation—from small towns to big cities—crime is on the rise, and […]

DeKalb County officially added a new town to its roster this week, marking a historic moment for the community of Kilpatrick. A large crowd of residents and local leaders gathered Tuesday evening for the town’s first-ever meeting, where its inaugural mayor and council were sworn into office. DeKalb County Probate Judge Ronnie Osborn administered the […]

In the Oval Office on Thursday, President Donald Trump rolled out a two-part initiative to expand access to in vitro fertilization (IVF), announcing new federal guidance that lets employers offer IVF as a stand-alone benefit and a pricing deal to sharply cut costs on leading fertility drugs. Alongside Alabama U.S. Senator Katie Britt and the […]

On Thursday, in a 2-1 decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit stayed a federal district court’s injunction against Jefferson County’s 2021 commission map. In September, U.S. District Judge Madeline Haikala enjoined the county from using the 2021 plan by ruling it was an unconstitutional racial gerrymander. Today’s stay pauses that ruling. […]

Manufacture Alabama has endorsed State Senator Jack Williams (R-Wilmer) for Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries, on the ballot in 2026. “Manufacture Alabama endorses Jack Williams because of his strong record supporting our industry during his time in the Alabama Legislature and his deep understanding of the importance of a positive business climate on our state’s […]

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) is highlighting his personal friendship with President Donald Trump and believes that one of the main reasons he should be Alabama’s next U.S. Senator. Moore, who announced his candidacy for the Senate in August, told Yellowhammer News that he texted the president to congratulate him on securing a historic peace […]

The candidates for Alabama’s open U.S. Senate seat filed their third-quarter campaign finance reports with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) on Wednesday. Despite trailing Steve Marshall by over 20 points in a poll conducted last month, U.S. Rep. Barry Moore far outpaced the Alabama Attorney General in fundraising. From July to September, Moore hauled in a […]

The Alabama Republican Party says it is time to put an end to racial gerrymandering in the Yellowhammer State and across the country. ALGOP Chairman John Wahl announced Wednesday that the Party has filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court in support of the State of Alabama in the ongoing redistricting case Allen […]

A Madison restaurant owner is hoping he can unseat the current Democrat who represents his district in the Alabama House of Representatives. Wednesday, Republican Aaron Thomas, who’s family owns several restaurants across North Alabama, announced his candidacy for the Alabama District 10 House seat. “I believe in limited government, strong families, and the God-given freedoms […]

Turning Point USA is hoping their headlining speakers will draw a big crowd at their event at Auburn University in November. U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), Benny Johnson, Eric Trump, and Lara Trump will be speaking at Auburn on November 5th as a part of TPUSA’s “America Comeback Tour.”   View this post on Instagram […]

Manufacture Alabama has endorsed Caroleene Dobson in her bid for Alabama Secretary of State, citing her private sector background and understanding of issues facing the state’s manufacturing industry. “Manufacture Alabama endorses Caroleene Dobson because of her deep commitment to Alabama, her proven record in the private sector, and her understanding of the issues affecting manufacturers […]