Alabama politics is nothing if not full of surprises. On the final day of qualifying for the special election for Alabama’s U.S. Senate race previously held by Jeff Sessions, and now held by Luther Strange, one contender–State Rep. Ed Henry of Hartselle–suddenly dropped out, while another unexpected candidate emerged. Now, Mobile-area State Senator Tripp Pittman […]

The Business Council of Alabama has had many notable speakers to headline its annual Chairman’s Dinner and this year’s speaker is no exception. Retired U.S. Army Gen. David H. Petraeus, who served as director of the Central Intelligence Agency after his retirement, will be the BCA’s Chairman’s Dinner speaker Sept. 20 in Birmingham. “General Petraeus […]

Around 4:45 this afternoon, Representative Ed Henry held a press conference at the GOP headquarters in Hoover, Alabama. There, he tore up his qualifying papers for the U.S. Senate race and announced he’s no longer running. Last month ago, Rep. Henry declared his candidacy for the seat currently held by Senator Luther Strange, who was […]

After weeks of speculation over Del Marsh’s political future, the Senate President Pro Tem has announced that he will not seek election to the U.S. Senate seat once held by Jeff Sessions. Marsh has indicated that he believes state government needs stability following a series of political scandals, including the resignation of Governor Bentley. Earlier […]

In breaking news, State Representative Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) announced his run today at noon for the United States Congress in Alabama’s 2nd congressional district. In the Republican primary this summer, Rep. Moore will face incumbent Congresswoman Martha Roby. Just before his announcement, he granted Yellowhammer an exclusive interview, the first question of which was what […]

Bevill State Community College and Alabama Power have announced a joint program to create a new HVAC (heating, ventilation and air-conditioning) training center in Jasper. It will be a relocation of the current Alabama Power HVAC training center, which is in Clanton. The new state of the art facility will expand the program and course […]

RAINBOW CITY, Ala. — After seven years in the Alabama State Senate, Phil Williams (R-Rainbow City) is voluntarily stepping aside. Williams was first elected in 2010 as part of the successful Republican effort to retake control of the state house, and he won reelection in 2014. Prior to his time in the Senate, Williams served […]

Congressman Mo Brooks, who currently represents Alabama’s 5th Congressional district in the Tennessee Valley of North Alabama told Yellowhammer in an exclusive interview this weekend that he’s declaring his candidacy for the United States Senate. Congressman Brooks officially announced his candidacy earlier this morning on the Dale Jackson Show for the upcoming special election, which […]

Former U.S. Attorney Doug Jones announced on Wednesday that he will be running for Jeff Sessions’ former U.S. Senate seat, becoming only the second Democrat to declare. Jones gained prominence in the legal community following his successful prosecution the Ku Klux Klan members behind the killings of four African-American girls at the Sixteenth Street Baptist […]

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Birmingham businessman Dominic “Dom” Gentile became the latest contender for Jeff Sessions’ former U.S. Senate seat on Tuesday when he announced he would be pursuing the Republican nomination. The 52 year old has never held political office, and he currently owns a commercial cleaning business with offices from Birmingham to Huntsville. “I […]

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — David Carrington, the former president of the Jefferson County Commission, announced his intention to run for governor on Monday with his “A Governor 4Us” platform. His plan for the Alabama consists of four U’s, including unifying the state with trustworthy leadership, upgrading education in and out, unlocking jobs in and up, and […]

A fierce battle erupted this week in Alabama’s U.S. Senate race and the cannon fire is echoing nationwide. On one side is the U.S. Senate Republican’s campaign arm, the NRSC, and its close ally, Super PAC Senate Leadership Fund, both working to keep Luther Strange in the U.S. Senate. On the other side is the […]

As the field becomes more clear in the special election for U.S. Senate, one of Alabama’s most influential state lawmakers is confirming his interest in the seat. Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh (R- Anniston) said he would make a decision this week. “The first question you have to ask yourself is, ‘Am I the […]

Alabama Congressman Mo Brooks may soon become the next candidate to enter the race for U.S. Senate. On Tuesday, Rep. Brooks told Yellowhammer News that he is strongly considering a run for the seat formerly occupied by Jeff Sessions. Though undecided, he said that he’s “more than happy to offer my record against any announced […]

This week in Montgomery, questions emerged regarding the “Strange for Senate” campaign’s compliance with Alabama’s state campaign laws. The issue in question was one of funds that were moved from Luther Strange’s U.S. Senate campaign account to his Alabama Attorney General campaign account. Specifically, transfers between campaigns can’t exceed $1,000 and the two transactions in […]

Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill says that the days of candidates failing to comply with state campaign reporting laws are over. To prove it, he just released the names of 92 violators that have not yet submitted annual campaign finance reports for 2016. “Our intention in releasing these names to the public is to […]

As several Republicans prepare to compete for the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Alabamian Jeff Sessions, rumors of Democrats considering a bid have been quiet. However, with weeks left until candidate qualifying ends, voters are now beginning to learn who might wage a long-shot fight for the office. The Montgomery Advertiser reported on Sunday that […]

As the race for Jeff Sessions’ U.S. Senate seat has begun to heat up, one possible contender just announced that he would not mount a bid for the office. Congressman Robert Aderholt announced on Saturday that he would remain in Congress and forgo forming a campaign. “I want to thank everyone for the calls, emails […]

In an exclusive interview with Yellowhammer, Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle has just declared his run for governor in 2018. The conservative Republican will participate in the Republican primary, relying on his successful experiences as mayor and as a small-business owner. His previous successes did not occur by accident. Mayor Battle started working in his father’s […]

Birmingham, Alabama-based financial guru Jeff Roberts, who was recently named one of the top private wealth advisors in the nation by Barron’s®, came on Yellowhammer Radio to lay out the facts so people can decide for themselves. The full conversation with Mr. Roberts can be heard on the Yellowhammer Radio podcast or in the video above, and a […]

A new monument was unveiled this past weekend in the Lawrence County community of Mount Hope. Residents gathered Sunday to commemorate a reminder of those in that county who perished as a result of the April 27th, 2011 tornadoes. Thursday is the six-year anniversary of the devastating storms that ravaged many parts of Alabama. Fourteen […]

According to a study by an economist at Auburn University Montgomery, the state of Alabama saw a more than five percent increase in revenue from tourism last year. The study was conducted on behalf of the state tourism agency, and it finds that tourists spent north of $13.4 billion in the state last year. These […]

Just before the Business Council of Alabama prepares to honor the “Manufacturer of the Year” during a high-profile gala, one of the state’s most powerful business leaders is fighting back against a report that he says falsely characterizes Alabama’s workers. William Canary, who heads the Business Council of Alabama (BCA), called attempts to disparage the […]

By Chris Reid As a small business owner, I am very cognizant of the actual cost to run a successful business. Historically, Alabama has not been known for its business-friendly environment, and an infamous NYT article once labeled our state “tort hell” because of the runaway lawsuits that were causing many businesses to look other […]