Last week, former Auburn Tigers legend and NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley made an appearance on SI Media with Jimmy Traina and discussed the current political landscape and state of the Democratic Party.

In a move to protect local libraries across Alabama, the state Senate recently approved a provision in a possible education budget that would ensure Alabama’s library grants remain funded even if federal support is withdrawn. 

There is no reason to keep pretending NPR and PBS are not left-wing networks

A bill inspired by a teenage shark attack survivor from Alabama has captured national attention after being featured on NBC’s “Today Show.” Lulu Gribbin, 16, appeared on the broadcast to share her story of survival and advocacy in support of HB437 — dubbed “Lulu’s Law” — which would establish a shark alert system for Alabama […]

On Sunday evening, former Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill syndicated an op-ed column entitled “Truth Matters – Alabama’s Voter Rolls” to news outlets. In the column, Merrill criticized current Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen’s portrayal of the state’s voter file as a “bloated mess” prior to his tenure and accused Allen of “intentionally […]

State Rep. Russell Bedsole (R-Alabaster) is sponsoring legislation aimed at “expanding, guaranteeing, and protecting” death benefits for Alabama firefighters’ families after the existing program’s potential solvency. “Years of patchwork amendments and band-aid changes to the law governing line of duty death benefits for firefighters have created loopholes that led to questionable claims and unanticipated payouts,” […]

Greenville native and former Alabama legislator, George McMillan, has passed away at the age of 81. McMillan, known for his swift rise in state politics and impressive work ethic, was elected in 1973 to the Alabama House of Representatives on behalf of Jefferson County.

The Alabama House of Representatives on Thursday passed HB7, also known as the Laken Riley Act, a measure aimed at increasing collaboration between state and local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities. Named in memory of Laken Riley — a Georgia nursing student who was killed last year by an illegal immigrant who was awaiting […]

A bill that would lay the groundwork for a potential large-scale resort development near Smith Lake is moving forward, despite major from some local groups.  SB322 sponsored by Alabama Senate Pro Tem Garlan Gudger and State Sen. Jabo Waggoner (R-Vestavia Hills), passed the Senate Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development Committee last Wednesday.  The bill would […]

The Alabama Senate Judiciary Committee has approved legislation that would significantly restructure the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles, a move prompted by lawmakers’ concerns about the board’s transparency and compliance with state guidelines. SB324, sponsored by State Sen. Clyde Chambliss (R-Prattville) passed the committee on an 8-3 vote. The proposal would expand the board […]

It has been 3 months since President Trump has entered the White House. In less than 100 days, President Trump and his administration have already identified more than $155 billion in government waste, fraud, and abuse that has gone unchecked for decades. One of the most shocking discoveries to-date has been the corruption within the […]

April 15 is traditionally known as the deadline to file your tax return. This time last year, Alabama political insiders had marked their calendars as that being the date that our 2026 political season would begin.

Radio talk show host Dale Jackson and 256 Today CEO Mecca Musick, take you through Alabama’s biggest political stories

U.S. Senator Katie Britt’s popularity continues to rise in Alabama, according to the latest quarterly tracking poll released by Morning Consult. Britt (R-Montgomery) has a sky-high net approval rating of 30%, with 53% approving of her job performance and only 23% disapproving. This disapproval rating is the third lowest in the nation, and her net approval […]

State Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur) has a grim prediction for Democrats about the final seven days of the 2025 legislative session. After invoking cloture — the most powerful tool in a legislative supermajority’s toolkit — on their entire calendar of six bills yesterday, Alabama Senate Republicans might have to finish this year’s business by themselves. […]

The Alabama House of Representatives unanimously passed HB437 on Thursday, also known as “Lulu’s Law,” a measure aimed at enhancing beach safety by establishing a shark alert system for Baldwin and Mobile counties. The legislation, sponsored by State Rep. David Faulkner (R-Mountain Brook), is named in honor of Lulu Gribbin, a 15-year-old from Mountain Brook […]

Brilyn Hollyhand, youth advisory council chairman of the Republican National Committee (RNC), has announced that he will attend Auburn University this fall—a major decision for the Tuscaloosa native who has spent his teenage years at the center of conservative politics. Hollyhand, 18, has served as chairman of the Republican National Committee’s Youth Advisory Council and […]

“By his power God raised the Lord from the dead, and he will raise us also.” I Corinthians 6:14 This morning, there are so many thoughts circulating in my heart and mind — heart and mind together, my soul. Yesterday, a 49-year-old friend coded on the ambulance gurney as they were attempting to move him […]

Republican leadership in both chambers of the Alabama Legislature utilized cloture today to end filibusters from Democrats and pass conservative bills – once in the House and continuously in the Senate.  Neither the House nor the Senate considered bills from the other chamber.  House lawmakers passed ten bills in total, including legislation that would ban […]

 In February 2007, Sgt. John McCulloch of Huntsville was on patrol in northern Iraq when an improvised explosive device detonated, wounding him. Today, McCulloch, who has long-term health issues from the explosion, is the recipient of the Purple Heart.

A national tech advocacy group backed in part by Apple has launched a digital ad campaign in Alabama targeting SB187, a proposed child online safety bill, calling it a threat to business and internet safety. The ad, promoted by The App Association and paid for by the Association for Competitive Technology, claims the bill “makes […]

The media and their Democrats choose the absolute worst people to make their heroes

After more than a decade of public service, State Rep. Corey Harbison ( R-Good Hope) has officially stepped down from his seat representing Alabama House District 12.

Alabama took another step toward allowing ready-to-drink cocktails on grocery and convenience store shelves Wednesday, as the Senate Tourism Committee advanced a bill establishing a framework for their sale and distribution. SB268, sponsored by State Sen. Bobby Singleton (D-Greensboro) received a favorable report following brief discussion and the adoption of a small amendment. The bill […]