The Federal Bureau of Investigation is exploring the possibility of relocating its National Academy, a premier law enforcement training program, from its longstanding home in Quantico, Virginia, to Huntsville, Alabama, according to a report from the Alabama Reflector and one from The Washington Post. The idea to move the National Academy is part of a […]

Saraland Mayor Dr. Howard Rubenstein has chosen not to seek re-election this August after 24 years in office as the longest-serving mayor in the city’s history. Rubenstein, a Chicago native who moved to Pensacola for his residency training in the early 1980s and eventually settled in Saraland, was first elected to the city council in […]

Nicole Wadsworth, candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Alabama in 2026, and an emergency clarification about her academic credentials, is proving to be even more bizarre than it seems. Her campaign initially told news outlets that she held a PhD in economics from the University of Alabama – a claim she has now walked back – […]

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) is showing his support for law and order in the wake of the violent riots that have been occurring in Los Angeles this week. Massive unrest started in the city in response to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids last week. Federal agents executed search warrants at four businesses suspected […]

The newly appointed Board of Directors for the University Beach Improvement District held its first formal meeting on Monday, marking a procedural milestone in the progression of a controversial multi-million-dollar resort development in Northport. The brief meeting, however, is drawing renewed criticism from residents and community leaders over concerns relating to transparency and public access. […]

After announcing her candidacy for Attorney General in January, Blount County District Attorney Pamela Casey has kicked off her campaign with notable early support from individual donors. According to ALPolitics.com, the Republican’s campaign reported 106 contributions within the first 12 days of fundraising, with donations coming from all seven of Alabama’s congressional districts. Supporters include […]

After demanding to be referred to as “Dr.” by news organizations in their coverage of the 2026 Alabama Lieutenant Governor’s race – it turns out that Nicole Wadsworth does not have the PhD she claimed. A campaign spokesperson for Wadsworth, age 41, explicitly described her credentials to Yellowhammer News in a statement last week. “She […]

The Wetumpka City Council has unanimously approved a temporary, one-year moratorium on new business licenses and building permits for a specific group of commercial establishments, citing growing public safety and zoning concerns. The ordinance, passed at the council’s meeting on Monday, applies to new package stores, convenience stores, gas stations, vape shops, mini-warehouses, and self-storage […]

Katherine Robertson, Chief Counsel to Attorney General Steve Marshall, launched her campaign for Alabama Attorney General in the 2026 GOP primary on Tuesday evening to a packed house at Regions Field in Birmingham. Marshall introduced, endorsed and stood alongside Robertson as she made a long-awaited move official: “She can become Alabama’s first female Attorney General,” […]

Business owner and lifelong Homewood resident Chris Lane has announced his candidacy for the Ward 3 seat on the Homewood City Council. Lane, who previously ran for mayor in 2020, said his decision to seek public office again comes after “a lot of thought and conversation” about the direction of the city and the role […]

Becky Holt, a well-known community leader and nonprofit executive, has officially entered the race for Mountain Brook City Council. Holt is running to fill the seat currently held by Council President Virginia Smith, who will not seek re-election. “As a mom, a neighbor, and someone deeply invested in this community, I care about keeping Mountain […]

The Rocket City Young Republicans are celebrating statewide recognition after being named Outstanding Club of the Year at the Young Republican Federation of Alabama’s annual convention. The honor comes just two years after the group launched in Huntsville. Chairman Daniel Ceci said the award reflects the club’s steady growth and commitment to getting young conservatives engaged in […]

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong has officially announced the launch of the Golden Dome caucus. The bipartisan group, according to the congressman, will work to advance America’s national defense and strengthen its space-based capabilities. Members of the caucus will be responsible for supporting necessary policies and also advocating for funding to ensure that next-generation defense assets […]

While new threats from the Chinese Communist Party continue to materialize daily, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) is working to protect personal American financial information from Beijing’s influence. According to the lawmaker, there is concern that two Chinese-linked stock trading platforms, Wellbull Financial and Moomoo, Inc., may not be adhering to American laws and regulations. […]

Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen announced Tuesday that he has secured the endorsement of 39 Republican members of the Alabama House of Representatives in his campaign for Lt. Governor of Alabama in 2026. RELATED: Wes Allen shares message of ‘experience’ on campaign trail for Lt. Governor “I am grateful for the endorsement of so […]

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has named Sergeant Curt Griffith of Florence, Alabama, as the June “Veteran of the Month” in recognition of his service in the U.S. Marine Corps and continued leadership in his local community. In a video released by the senator’s office, Tuberville praised Griffith’s dedication, resilience, and commitment to helping others, especially […]

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has voiced serious concerns about the potential consequences of a proposed freeze on provider taxes used to fund Medicaid, warning that such a move could create major financial hardships for rural states like Alabama. RELATED: Tuberville renews bipartisan push for telehealth access  As the Senate considers a sweeping tax and spending […]

The ongoing Los Angeles riots that erupted in support of illegal immigration is stoking a fierce law-and-order backlash from conservatives — including President Trump and U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville — who are zeroing in on California Governor Gavin Newsom’s refusal to intervene. On Monday, that exchange got heated and direct between Tuberville and Newsom. RELATED: […]

While House Republicans – including North Alabama’s Reps. Dale Strong and Robert Aderholt – voted lockstep to approve President Trump’s “big, beautiful bill,” a leading GOP senator fired back against the bill’s cuts to the U.S. space program. A “legislative directive” by Sen. Ted Cruz, whose state is home to NASA’s Johnson Space Flight Center, […]

Katie Britt, soon to be Alabama’s senior U.S. Senator, spoke to the characteristics she hopes will replace U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) in the 2026 election. Britt (R-Montgomery) said Monday morning on WVNN’s “The Dale Jackson Show” that she has two surefire expectations of Alabama’s next U.S. Senator. “A strong conservative,” Britt said. “I want […]

Imagine quietly invading a foreign country without making the first threat, firing a single bullet, or raising any alarm. Instead of taking hostile action, you simply purchase the nation you are invading one acre at a time. That is exactly what China is doing in the United States today. It is becoming increasingly obvious that […]

As rioters continue their warpath in Los Angeles through vandalism and violence, Alabama’s two Senators are calling out Democrats and the liberal media for their continued roles in defending those attacking authorities. In posts on social media, U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) promised prompt accountability in response to the growing chaos. […]

Former U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks says he’s not actively seeking a return to public office but if the right Republican candidate doesn’t emerge in Alabama’s 2026 Senate race, he may step in himself. In an interview with 256 Today, the former congressman said he is enjoying retirement and time with his 14 grandchildren. However, he […]

In his bid to become the state’s next lieutenant governor,  Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries, Rick Pate, recently picked up a significant endorsement from a state trade association representing the grocery retail industry. The organization, the Alabama Grocers Association, has more than 135 retail members operating more than 850 stores.  “Commissioner Pate understands the […]