As Alabama’s 2025 legislative session draws to a close on Wednesday, lawmakers enacted a $191 million tax relief package that will reduce the state sales tax on groceries from 3% to 2%, eliminate the 4% sales tax on essential baby and feminine hygiene products, and increase income tax exemptions for retirees and low- to moderate-income […]

As the 2025 state legislative session comes to a close, Governor Kay Ivey on Monday signed two bills that will further support the Trump administration’s historic crackdown on illegal immigrants. They also are an attempt to end any incentives for those in the country illegally to take up residence in Alabama. The governor signed SB158, […]

Legislation authored by U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer that will undo the Biden administration’s eleventh-hour ban on tankless natural gas water heaters has been signed into law by President Donald Trump. The Congressman joined the President for a signing ceremony in the Oval Office late last week. “I am honored to witness President Trump sign my […]

During the 2025 regular session of the Alabama Legislature, lawmakers have worked hard to address the needs and issues in every portion of our state – from the Gulf Coast to the Tennessee Valley, from the Wiregrass to the Blackbelt, from the big cities to the small towns, and in all points in between. But […]

As one of only two Republican mothers in the U.S. Senate with school-age children, Alabama’s Katie Britt is in a unique position to discuss the process of balancing a legislative career in Washington with a personal home life in Montgomery. On Saturday, during a Fox News interview with Lara Trump, Britt spoke about her professional […]

A Pike Road small business owner’s Teacher Appreciation Week plans were disrupted this week after concerns were raised about a potential conflict with local election rules. Jessica Missildine Spurlin, who operates a local interior design business, shared in a public Facebook post that she had organized a “flower bouquet bar” as a gift to educators […]

Yellowhammer News proudly presents the 2025 edition of the Power & Influence Top 50 list – the most candid and comprehensive annual index of who is moving the needle in Montgomery. This year marks the thirteenth installment – and the stakes have never been higher. With a monumental 2026 election cycle already taking shape, the […]

Projects at two North Alabama airports will soon take off, thanks to grants from the Federal Aviation Administration. U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt announced Wednesday that Cullman and Albertville regional airports have received more than $1.9 million in federal Airport Infrastructure Grants to support critical infrastructure improvements. Cullman Regional Airport – Folsom Field was awarded $1,011,708, […]

Bipartisan legislation that would aid veterans in crisis with the help of local law enforcement agencies was introduced today in the U.S. House by Rep. Dale Strong. Strong (R-Huntsville), was joined by Reps. Lou Correa (D-Calif.), Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.), and Glenn Ivey (D-Md. ) in introducing the Supporting Every at-Risk Veteran In Critical Emergencies (SERVICE) […]

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Auburn) is supporting the efforts of President Donald Trump to make sure Iran never gains access to nuclear weapons. Britt joined U.S. Sens. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) and Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) Thursday, in introducing a resolution outlining the acceptable outcome of the United States’ negotiations with the Islamic Republic of Iran. That […]

A panel of federal judges has permanently barred Alabama from using its 2023 congressional redistricting plan, ruling that the map unlawfully diluted the voting power of Black residents and failed to comply with prior court orders. The decision, issued May 8, follows a long-running legal battle over how Alabama draws its congressional districts and affirms […]

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) believes that illegal immigrants who commit murder against Americans should receive the death penalty. Tuberville joined U.S. Sens. John Cornyn (R-Texas), Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and Tim Scott (R-S.C.) in a press conference Friday to introduce the Justice for American Victims of Illegal Aliens Act, which would codify President Trump’s Executive […]

Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen is praising the passage of a bill that prohibits the use of a foreign national driver’s license for voting purposes. “Ensuring that only American citizens are voting in our elections has been a top priority of mine since day one. This legislation helps defeat noncitizen attempts to dilute the […]

Over the last week or two, the hottest topic in college sports has been the possibility of an executive order from President Donald Trump to address the rising level of chaos caused by Name, Image, and Likeness issues in college sports across the country. This week, news emerged that Trump is now considering forming a […]

A bill to target a tax loophole that hurts state-led wildlife conservation efforts has been introduced by U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville. Tuberville and Sen. Mike Crapo said the Sporting Goods Excise Tax Modernization Act would hold foreign sellers to the same tax regulations as domestic manufacturers. “Alabama is proud to be home to hundreds of small businesses […]

Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox has appointed Dr. Richard Rush to lead the city’s Government Relations, External Affairs, and Crisis Communication initiatives, effective July 1. Rush currently serves as the Executive Director of Strategic Communications for Tuscaloosa and has been in that role since 2019. He brings nearly 20 years of experience across public, private, and […]

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined the fight against a controversial piece of legislation that promotes a radical climate agenda at the cost of American businesses. The state’s top law enforcement officer recently made the call to join 24 other attorneys general in a lawsuit against  Vermont officials in relation to the state’s recently […]

  Mobile County Sheriff Paul Burch has announced his support for Republican Doug Harwell in the upcoming state Senate District 34 race. Burch believes Harwell will be a friend and ally to law enforcement. “I proudly endorse Doug Harwell for Alabama Senate District 34,” said Burch. “Doug is a successful businessman who brings common sense […]

Yellowhammer News proudly presents the 2025 edition of the Power & Influence Top 50 list – the most candid and comprehensive annual index of who is moving the needle in Montgomery. This year marks the thirteenth installment – and the stakes have never been higher. With a monumental 2026 election cycle already taking shape, the […]

State and local officials have begun to appoint members to a newly reformed Birmingham Water Works Board after Governor Kay Ivey’s official enactment of SB330 early yesterday afternoon The new law establishes a regional board with broader representation than just the City of Birmingham, which historically has accounted for a disproportionate level of control over […]

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) said he still hasn’t decided whether to run for governor or run for another term in the Senate. Yellowhammer News confirmed last month that Tuberville told a group of donors at a private event on that his mind is officially made up and that he will run for governor. Despite […]

Qualifying for the upcoming special election in State House District 12 is set for next week, the Alabama Republican Party announced. House District 12 represents portions of Cullman County and the seat was held by State Rep. Corey Harbison, who resigned to spend more time with his family. “We appreciate Representative Harbison’s decade of service […]

A new statewide law banning the use of cell phones during the instructional day in Alabama’s public schools will take effect in the 2025-2026 academic year following final passage by the Alabama Legislature. HB166, sponsored by State Rep. Leigh Hulsey (R-Helena) in the House and State Sen. Shay Shelnutt (R-Trussville) in the Senate — known […]

America’s economic future hinges on energy—its reliability, affordability, and availability. Nowhere is that future being written more decisively than in Alabama. While much of the country debates how to adapt to growing energy demands, Alabama is acting. With foresight and purpose, our state is building a foundation of energy strength that is not only fueling […]