With just over six weeks to go until the Nov. 8 midterm elections, the U.S. House Republican Caucus has unveiled its 2023 legislative agenda. The “Commitment to America” pledge, spearheaded by House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.), is similar to former House Speaker Newt Gingrich’s (R-Ga.) “Contract with America.” Gingrich’s plan helped Republicans retake the […]

Intense debate was sparked this offseason surrounding the operations of collectives, which pool private donors to leverage name, image and likeness (NIL) in recruiting student-athletes. The use of collectives, which are entities independent of universities, was criticized by Alabama head coach Nick Saban after it was rumored that SEC West Division rival Texas A&M spent […]

According to the U.S. Border Patrol, there are nearly four times as many migrant encounters at the southern border under President Joe Biden than under former President Donald Trump. The average number of crossings under the current president reached totals of roughly 189,000 per month, compared to an average of just under 51,000 during Trump’s […]

With the midterm elections coming up in just a few weeks, Republicans are continuing to spread the message on why they believe a majority GOP in Congress will help the country. Wednesday on WVNN’s “The Yaffee Program,” U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) discussed why he wants Republicans to win in November. “[W]e’re in trouble if […]

In response to GOP governors sending migrants apprehended at the southern border to self-proclaimed “sanctuary cities” such as New York City, Chicago, and Washington D.C., some Democrats are calling for Republicans to work with them to pass comprehensive immigration reform. Wednesday on WVNN’s “The Yaffee Program,” Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) said Democrats just want “open […]

Two Alabamians who were captured by Russian forces in Ukraine have been freed, U.S. Reps. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) and Terri Sewell (D-Birmingham) announced Wednesday. Trinity resident Andy Huynh and Alexander Drueke of Tuscaloosa, veterans of the U.S. military who were  reported missing in June, were released as part of a prisoner exchange. The two had […]

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Alabama announced its endorsements ahead of the Nov. 8 midterm election. The endorsements include: U.S. Senate: Katie Britt AL-01: Rep. Jerry Carl AL-02: Rep. Barry Moore AL-03: Rep. Mike Rogers AL-04: Rep. Robert Aderholt AL-05: Dale Strong AL-06: Rep. Gary Palmer AL-07: Rep. Terri Sewell ACEC consists of […]

HUNTSVILLE — The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) announced its endorsement of GOP Fifth Congressional District nominee Dale Strong on Tuesday. The NFIB, the nation’s largest small business advocacy organization, supports candidates for public office who promote issues of importance to the business community. The announcement was made at Rousseau’s Awards, a Madison County […]

After decades of making waves in Alabama politics, Rosemary Elebash says that, even still, “every day is a new adventure.” With no plans to slow down any time soon, Rosemary currently serves Alabama small businesses as the state director for the National Federation of Independent Business. Elebash shared insight about her adoration for the job, […]

Republican members of Alabama’s congressional delegation are seeking answers from the Department of Justice over its subpoena to the Eagle Forum of Alabama. This month, Eagle Forum announced that the DOJ had issued a subpoena seeking all relevant communications regarding its efforts to promote the passage of Alabama Vulnerable Child Compassion And Protection Act. The […]

The state is not allowed to proceed with its scheduled lethal injection of a convicted murderer this week, a federal judge ruled Monday. Alan Eugene Miller, 57, is on death row for the 1999 triple murder in a Shelby County workplace rampage. Miller’s attorneys filed suit seeking to block the inmate’s scheduled Sept. 22 execution, […]

With a humble and servant-minded mentality, State Sen. April Weaver (R-Brierfield) is one of the most authoritative voices in the Alabama Senate on issues that heavily impact the citizenry. The lone female Republican in the Legislature’s upper chamber, Weaver, at just the age of 51, has impacted the lives of Alabamians in a fashion as […]

The Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America’s Candidate Fund has announced its endorsement of Republican U.S. Senate nominee Katie Britt. In announcing its support, SBA President Marjorie Dannenfelser said the first-time candidate was “just the woman” Alabama deserved as its next senator. “Katie Britt is an outspoken advocate for the unborn and we could not be […]

U.S. Reps. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville), Mo Brooks (R-Huntsville), and Mike Rogers (R-Saks) recently expressed concern over major credit card companies implementing a classification of gun sales they fear could be used to track the firearm purchases of law-abiding citizens. The three Alabama congressmen joined 97 of their congressional colleagues in a letter, led by U.S. […]

Many Democrats continue to cry foul after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis sent 50 migrants to Martha’s Vineyard last week. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has also been sending migrants on buses to cities including New York City, Washington D.C. and Chicago. While Democrats argue Republicans are using illegal immigrants as “political pawns,” Republicans say this brings […]

U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby (R-Tuscaloosa) provided a “Washington Update” Monday at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville. Shelby, the dean of Alabama’s congressional delegation, will retire in January after serving nearly four decades in the U.S. Senate. In his address, Shelby, vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, praised the FBI’s $2.4 billion […]

Virtually nobody in this country has been untouched by the opioid epidemic. Whether it’s a family member or a friend, nearly all of us know somebody who has been affected by it. The statistics are alarming – fentanyl overdoses are now the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18-45. On Aug. 21, we recognized […]

Radio talk show host Dale Jackson and 256 Today CEO Mecca Musick take you through Alabama’s biggest political stories, including: Why did President Joe Biden throw a party celebrating the Inflation Reduction Act? Should members of Congress be able to trade stocks and has U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) done anything wrong? Is every town […]

Those of us who served a long time in the Legislature have a lot of stories. I served 16 years from 1982 to 1998 from my home county of Pike. I chose not to run again in 1998. However, I missed the comradery and friendships of other legislators who became lifelong friends. It was apparent […]

This week, State Rep. Matt Simpson (R-Daphne) announced a proposal to strengthen penalties against fentanyl drug traffickers in Alabama. Simpson wants to add the same mandatory minimum sentencing laws for fentanyl dealers as there are for traffickers of other opioids. Friday on WVNN’s “The Dale Jackson Show,” State Rep. Rex Reynolds (R-Huntsville) said he supports […]

Lottery and gambling continues to be an issue debated in Alabama even though the Legislature failed to pass any related bills in the last session. This year, a comprehensive gambling proposal in the Senate by State Sen. Greg Albritton (R-Atmore) would created a lottery, five casinos, two casinos, sports betting and statewide regulation of gambling. […]

The National Federation of Independent Business has recognized U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl (R-Mobile) with its Guardian of Small Business Award. Widely recognized as a champion of small business, Carl supported the organization’s legislative agenda since taking office in January 2021. In a statement, the South Alabama congressman pledged to continue his efforts to spearhead issues […]

Alabama’s unemployment rate remained unchanged at 2.6% for the month of August, according to updated labor statistics released Friday. The historically low unemployment rate sits well below August 2021’s rate of 3.3%. August’s rate represents a record low for unemployed individuals, which is 58,958. The refreshed labor statistics prove that the Yellowhammer State’s economy continues […]

The state is not prepared to use nitrogen hypoxia as an alternative method of execution, according to Alabama Department of Corrections Commissioner John Hamm. “The ADOC cannot carry out an execution by nitrogen hypoxia on September 22, 2022,” stated Hamm in an affidavit filed in federal court Thursday. The case at hand involves next Thursday’s […]