As the world appears to be going crazy with a lust for marijuana, Alabama has put a slight pause on the availability of some THC products.

Alabama is not alone; Thailand has ended its experiment with recreational weed, and other states and nations could follow suit.

In Alabama, State Rep. April Weaver (R-Brierfield) has proposed further restrictions for the next legislative session.

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7. Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed announced a significant crime reduction in the city; residents expressed their doubts, but crime is obviously down.

6. The DOJ is investigating former CIA Director John Brennan and former FBI Director James Comey for alleged misconduct in the Trump-Russia probe, while the Trump White House waived executive privilege in a probe involving Biden’s doctor, Kevin O’Connor.

5. President Donald Trump is facing criticism from both parties and the Internet for his administration’s handling of a revived Jeffrey Epstein investigation, with concerns over transparency and motives, but you do not have to care about this.

4. The U.S. Supreme Court lifted an order blocking President Donald Trump’s plan for mass federal layoffs, allowing his administration to proceed with workforce reductions.

3. Alabama meteorologist James Spann once again whined about people being mean to him on social media, as he rightly dismissed misinformation blaming Democrats or Republicans for the Texas floods that killed at least 111 people, emphasizing the natural causes of the disaster.

2. Media darling and police-shooting aficionado, attorney Ben Crump demanded the release of police body cam footage in the fatal shooting of Alabama teen Jabari Peoples, vowing not to let the case be ignored.

1. While the media and their Democrats ramp up their complaints about immigration enforcement, despite public support, Republicans approved a massive budget increase for ICE to expand their deportation efforts, AND President Donald Trump announced there will be no amnesty for illegal immigrants.

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When Jabari Peoples was shot by police, the Homewood Police said they wanted the parents to see the video of the event.

It never happened, and now the investigative body handling the case is now making excuses for not releasing the video.

This is not good enough; these videos need to be released far quicker, and it should be mandated by law.

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On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry outlined the schedule of SEC Media Days on the horizon!

The duo had to emphasize the storylines surrounding Auburn head coach Hugh Freeze, who will appear alongside heavyweight programs like Alabama and Georgia. The hosts noted that Freeze may avoid some heat thanks to media fatigue by the time he speaks, but questions around recruiting struggles and golf habits are inevitable. Guest Brian Matthews called Auburn’s recruiting outlook “the worst I’ve ever seen,” attributing it to the program’s cautious NIL approach, which has left them lagging in commitments. He expects the situation to evolve after August 1, when schools can formalize NIL offers in writing.

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Matthews dismissed the notion that Freeze’s golf outings are the root issue, praising the coaching staff’s work ethic and long-standing relationships with recruits. The show also dove into Auburn’s new Nike apparel deal, which officially begins July 25. Both the hosts and Matthews pushed for alternate uniforms—especially navy helmets—as a way to refresh the brand. But the tone shifted sharply when they criticized Auburn’s decision to roll Toomer’s Corner for Eli Manning’s ESPN series, calling it a hollow PR stunt that cheapens tradition. Meanwhile, quarterback Jackson Arnold drew praise for skipping the Manning Passing Academy to bond with new receivers and learn the offense—an early sign of leadership in a pivotal offseason.

7. Longtime Alabama State Sen. Tom Butler (R-Madison) announced he will not seek re-election in 2026, marking the end of a decades-long, multi-party political career.

6. The death of Jabari Peoples in a police shooting in Homewood has led to a political clash, with State Rep. Juandalynn Givan (D-Birmingham), who wrote Alabama’s body cam law, attacking the family’s lawyer over the issue of transparency and threats.

5. The United Auto Workers union is pushing for a unionization vote at a Huntsville, powertrain plant, aiming to expand its influence in the South, something they failed at in Alabama recently.

4. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu surprised President Trump with a formal Nobel Peace Prize nomination at a White House meeting where Trump questioned if a two-state solution is even possible.

3. Alabama leaders mourned the death of an eight-year-old Mountain Brook girl in Texas floods that killed at least 104; meanwhile three members of a Mobile family remain missing, with one rescued.

2. State Sen. Chris Elliott (R-Josephine) is advocating for stricter state and federal laws to make it harder for undocumented immigrants to work in Alabama.

1. Governor-elect Coach Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) called out Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass for opposing an amazing federal immigration raid, accusing her of prioritizing criminals over citizens.

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The idea of the America Party was probably launched with the best of intentions, but it is really just an anti-Trump tantrum.

Elon Musk is mad at President Donald Trump over the “Big, Beautiful Bill,” and that anger is attracting support from guys like Mark Cuban and Anthony Scaramucci, who are professionally against Trump.

This party, if it becomes a real thing, will siphon off Republicans and empower Democrats, some of whom will still want to punish Elon Musk for his alleged thought crimes.

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On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, hosts John and Barry dug right into the Atlanta Braves’ season-long struggles!

While fans voiced growing frustration, Barry McKnight argued that it might just not be their year, especially after being swept by the Orioles. Meanwhile, the show pivoted to college football, spotlighting Alabama’s explosive recruiting run. With five five-star commitments already secured, the duo debated whether the Tide have ever been this stacked this early in the cycle, noting that their ranking still lagged at No. 5 despite the star power.

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Auburn, on the other hand, was the subject of fanbase jabs and concern as its class sat as low as 86th nationally, leading to both sarcasm and worry from callers and message board critics. The show also addressed UCLA canceling its home-and-home series with Auburn due to its move to the Big Ten, creating a major scheduling hole for the Tigers.

This segued into a broader discussion on looming conference realignment, with hosts suggesting that schools like Florida State and Clemson don’t bring enough financial value to warrant SEC inclusion. John Longshore emphasized that in today’s landscape, “fit” means revenue, not geography or tradition.

7. Protests in Mexico City against American-driven “gentrification” turned violent, with demonstrators vandalizing businesses and harassing tourists.

6. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall emphasized the state’s leadership in challenging progressive policies, positioning Alabama as a conservative stronghold.

5. Alabama GOP Chairman John Wahl views the U.S. Supreme Court’s delay in deciding Louisiana’s redistricting case as a favorable sign for Alabama’s similar Voting Rights Act dispute.

4. President Donald Trump’s advisor Scott Bessent proposed an Aug. 1 deadline for new tariffs to “boomerang” to Liberation Day levels; he downplayed concerns over inflation and economic pitfalls as “tariff derangement syndrome,” and noting these projections have not come true yet.

3. President Donald Trump dismissed Elon Musk’s America Party political ambitions as “ridiculous,” sharply rebuking the billionaire’s plan for a political party.

2. An eight-year-old Alabama girl, Sarah Marsh, has died in Texas flash floods, sparking debates over the National Weather Service’s performance and Trump’s climate policies as contributors.

1. President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” was signed into law on Independence Day, full of stuff Alabamians voted for, extending 2017 tax cuts, increases to NASA’s funding when they were talking about major cuts, increasing defense and border spending, eliminating clean energy credits, and tightening immigration enforcement.

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7. For some embarrassing reason, the Montgomery Advertiser had a reporter write about how Alabama’s entire state operates under a single Central Time Zone, but some areas famously do not, including Phenix City, Valley, Lanett, and Smiths Station.

6. Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox has been pretty busy expressing a preference to stop hosting the A Dsay game and suggesting the city plans to sue the state of Alabama over an online sales tax law he feels short-changes the city.

5. President Donald Trump toured Florida’s Alligator Alcatraz and praised Alabama and other Republican states for following his example in governance and policy.

4. An unaccompanied minor was rescued during an illegal immigration raid in Mobile where 15 illegal aliens were arrested, highlighting ongoing enforcement efforts in the state and beyond.

3. The Trump administration scored some big victories on July 3rd, a Supreme Court victory approving deportations to third-party countries and a jobs report that far exceeded expectations.

2. With full support from Alabama Republican members of the House of Representatives, the U.S. House passed President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill,” marking a legislative milestone to go on with his foreign policy, domestic, immigration, and economic wins.

1. July 4th is celebrated as America’s Independence Day, but it could be called the original “No Kings” protest, and commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, when the Continental Congress formally endorsed the document in Philadelphia to sever ties with Britain, marking the birth of the United States and upsetting high-calorie females and low-testosterone men 249 years later.

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7. A new lawfare front has opened on immigration as a federal judge in the District of Columbia issued a ruling prohibiting the Trump administration from expelling asylum seekers, undermining its efforts to restrict crossings at the U.S. southern border.

6. ICE arrested another illegal alien after being deported; this time, the illegal alien has a pending child sex abuse charge in Cullman County.

5. Governor-elect Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has co-sponsored legislation that prevents illegal aliens from being counted in the U.S. Census for electoral college and congressional apportionment.

4. Jabari Peoples’ family seeks answers from Homewood Police about his shooting while “Black Lives Matter “pretended to “occupy city hall, but their demands were rejected by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, which is investigating.

3. U.S. Sens. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) continue championing President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” by highlighting tax benefits, investments in Alabama rural hospitals, and Medicaid protections.

2. U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) asserted that Democrats misrepresented Medicaid cuts in President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill,” ensuring no eligible person loses coverage – only able-bodied Americans who are not working.

1. House Republicans struggled, but moved forward with President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill,” with a late-night vote that did not appear to be going his way for hours before it did.

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7. The trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs seems to be nearing its end with the jury coming to conclusions on some counts but the judge has told the jury to continue deliberating on the counts that remain.

6. Governor-elect Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) has raised over $4 million in his first month of campaigning for Alabama governor, which he will unquestionably win..

5. Alabama’s Choose Act education savings accounts are now fully funded and available for the 2025-2026 school year; there are over 23,000 students who received approval for the program.

4. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is still withholding body camera footage from the fatal police shooting of a Homewood teen, citing potential impact on the investigation. So, the attorney for the family is now making claims that the teen was shot in the back and he did not have a gun when “approached” by the officer.

3. As of Tuesday, Alabama has implemented several new laws, including a ban on some THC products, state parental leave, and the end of an overtime tax break.

2. The U.S. Senate passed President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” with Vice President JD Vance breaking the tie after deal-making with U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski; but now House passage is uncertain.

1. Alabama U.S. Sens. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) praised the passage of President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill,” highlighting lots of tax cuts and preventing the largest tax increase in American history..

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On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, Barry McKnight’s recent recognition as Alabama Sportscaster of the Year took center stage!

McKnight was honored at the NSMA Awards in Greensboro, North Carolina, where he received the trophy from NBC’s Mike Tirico. The show also marked a pivotal date for college athletics, as July 1 ushered in a new era of direct revenue sharing with athletes. Hosts discussed the complexities surrounding NIL compliance, enforcement, and the uncertainty facing schools and attorneys navigating the new system.

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The conversation turned to the future of college football, with a bold prediction that a “super conference” will emerge within two years, consolidating the sport’s elite programs.

Meanwhile, Auburn’s official transition to Nike from Under Armour sparked talk about branding and potential uniform changes. Brian Matthews of AuburnSports.com joined to share recruiting updates, including the flip of Penn State commit Peyton Palzone and the signing of a raw but promising offensive lineman from New Zealand.

Matthews also recounted his top three non-rivalry Auburn games—including the 1994 LSU “interception game”—while co-host Gurn reflected on playing pickleball with former Auburn kicker-turned-pastor Matt Hawkins, a humble standout from the Terry Bowden era.

7. A general contractor who works on construction sites in Alabama, including government sites, has pointed out systemic flaws that allow illegal aliens to work on construction sites in Alabama. This all boils down to subcontractors who don’t properly utilize the E-Verify systems and illegals who cheat the system.

6. A Gallup poll showed a significant drop in the percentage of Democrats who are very or extremely proud to be American compared to Republicans – with 92% of Republicans being proud and 36% of Democrats being proud, which is a 51-point drop for Democrats since 2001.

5. Amtrak plans to announce the start date for a new passenger rail service between Mobile and New Orleans; they probably will not announce the date the people pushing this will announce what a failure this pointless railway is. Eventually, the city will tire of subsidizing this project.

4. The University of Alabama may be inviting state and federal entities to intervene by continuing to push policies concerning transgender students as part of the Student Code of Conduct, despite state and federal mandates.

3. Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl was touted as a potential U.S. Senate candidate but has chosen to focus on coaching over running for office; Attorney General Steve Marshall is the frontrunner for the seat as of right now,.

2. Liberal activist group Alabama Arise is the latest group to declare that any cuts to government spending will destroy the least of us, especially in Alabama, but the facts refute its claims on Medicaid work requirements and rules surrounding SNAP programming efficiencies..

1. President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” continues to fight its way through the U.S. Senate but it is facing opposition from the House Freedom Caucus and Elon Musk.

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On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John Longshore tackles it without Barry McKnight, who is out to receive the Alabama Broadcaster of the Year award in North Carolina! John helms the show with Warren Sr.

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Recruiting also took center stage as the hosts dissected Alabama’s surge to No. 8 in the rankings, fueled by top commitments like five-star linebacker Xavier Griffin out of Georgia. They discussed the Crimson Tide’s successful nationwide pull, contrasting it with Georgia’s traditionally limited pipeline.

The duo also addressed how the SEC and Big Ten could soon poach top-tier players from ACC schools, and how Auburn’s 64th-place recruiting rank has fans anxious. The show closed on a local note, spotlighting Alabama high school quarterbacks Trent Seaborn and Gunner Rivers as names to watch on the national stage.

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, hosts John Longshore and Barry McKnight kicked the show off with Alabama and Auburn football recruiting headlines as both programs secured key commitments. Alabama landed a major pickup in five-star running back EJ Crowell from Jackson, Ala., who is reclassifying to join the team earlier than expected. Auburn responded with a recruiting win of its own, flipping four-star 2026 quarterback Peyton Furlong from Penn State. The hosts noted the strategic importance of both moves and the potential ripple effect on future recruiting battles between the two rivals.

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The show also highlighted broader trends in SEC athletics and football projections. Auburn’s athletic department edged Alabama in the all-sports standings for the first time in nearly a decade, a point of pride for Tigers fans. With SEC Media Days on the horizon, anticipation is building for preseason storylines. In their “Buy, Sell, or Hold” segment, the hosts voiced pessimism for Vanderbilt’s football trajectory in 2024 and remained cautious about Texas A&M despite a strong start last season. On the basketball front, Auburn’s Johni Broome was selected in the NBA Draft by the 76ers, while Alabama’s Grant Nelson signed as an undrafted free agent.

It’s pretty unfortunate for the media and their Democrats that the war between Pakistan and India and the war between Israel and Iran were both ended by Donald Trump, now he may get a Nobel Peace Prize. Can he win it?

The next mayor of NYC may be a commie, and Alabama U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) is not a fan. Is anyone surprised?

All this and more on Alabama Politics This Week, on TV, radio, and online all over Alabama.

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7. Alabama law enforcement closed six Jefferson County bingo halls for illegal gambling operations, which the Alabama Attorney General’s Office led.

6. Gubernatorial candidate Chad “Chig” Martin condemned Gov. Kay Ivey for hemp shop raids, calling them an overreach targeting legal businesses because he had to close early to avoid a raid.

5. The Retirement Systems of Alabama contracted a company tied to an illegal immigration raid to build the new $300-400 million State House in Montgomery.

4. U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) demanded the firing of Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough for blocking multiple provisions in Trump’s “big, beautiful bill;” but some provisions have been added back.

3. President Donald Trump labeled NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani a “communist lunatic” after his primary win; U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) called immigrants “inner-city rats” living off taxpayers, and said he can’t believe Mamdani won the primary.

2. Alabama’s chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations community invited U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) to visit a mosque after the senator warned Democrats not to “bring that Communist, Islamic atmosphere” to Alabama.

1. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended President Donald Trump’s Iran strikes, which delayed Iran’s nuclear program by up to two years, against media claims of failure (which they are backtracking on).

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On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, our hosts John Longshore and Barry McKnight broadcasted live from Montgomery Regional Airport. They kicked off the episode touting the facility’s ease of use and recent upgrades, including a new $5 million baggage claim system. Moving on to the pitfalls of “double tripping,” the two shared personal travel experiences demonstrating the convenience and ease of starting trips at MGM. The segment also recapped the NBA Draft’s first round, highlighting Auburn’s Johni Broome being left off the board. While not surprised, the hosts questioned his NBA fit, citing a lack of explosiveness and modern positional versatility.

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In college football news, the duo discussed Texas State’s expected move from the Sun Belt to a restructured Pac-12 and how that might affect broader conference realignment. They predicted that the SEC may continue expanding and referenced Longshore’s long-standing “Big Boy Conference” concept. Later, Auburn defensive lineman Keldrick Falk was praised as a rising leader and physical force, while Phil Steele’s preseason magazine ranked Alabama seventh, behind six other teams, including Penn State, Clemson, and Texas. The hosts believe this could be bulletin-board material for the Crimson Tide heading into media days.

An Iranian Army sniper gets picked up by ICE, and the local TV station feeds its audience a story of love and longing with a pitiful wife and a sad story.

By the time the real story comes out, the narrative is set.

This is not an accident; it is happening every day in every newspaper and on every TV station.

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7. Homewood police claim 18-year-old Jabari Latrell Peoples was shot dead after fighting with a police officer investigating the smell of marijuana coming from his car. Peoples is alleged to have broken free from the officer to retrieve a gun from his vehicle, but his family disputes this, demanding body cam footage which HPD says they will provide.

6. Lawyers for Alabama lieutenant governor candidate Nicole Wadsworth requested media outlets remove stories questioning her academic credentials, calling them misleading, although the stories are factually accurate and unlikely to be removed.

5. The Department of Homeland Security is touting the raid in Gulf Shores at a high school construction site where they detained 33 suspected illegal immigrants, as a warning to employers exploiting cheap labor.

4. U.S. Magistrate Judge Barbara Holmes ordered Kilmar Abrego Garcia to be released from custody on his own recognizance but insisted that he undergo anger management counseling, be placed in home detention with monitoring, drug testing, and no contact with MS-13 gang members. But he isn’t going anywhere as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement will take him into custody.

3. ICE detained an Iranian man in Alabama who has become the national face of our lax immigration policies after he was found to be a sniper in the Iranian Army, even though his wife insists he’s not a threat and fought ISIS.

2. U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) filed a bill, the “Safe and Open Streets Act,” which would make blocking public roads a federal crime and boosted President Donald Trump’s “Golden Dome” missile defense project, which saw a successful component tested yesterday in Alaska.

1. The U.S., Israel, and Iran agreed that U.S. strikes severely damaged Iran’s nuclear facilities, delaying its program up for years, despite a leaked intel report downplaying the impact which was given a “low confidence” ranking.

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On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, the NBA Finals and the upcoming draft dominated early discussion with hosts John Longshore and Barry McKnight giving their reactions to the Indiana Pacers’ loss. They spoke about Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton’s Achilles injury and its effect on Game 7, with guest Brent Vinson later breaking down how calf issues can contribute to Achilles tears. The show also tracked buzz around Auburn’s Johni Broome as a potential NBA draft sleeper.

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Meanwhile, Auburn football head coach Hugh Freeze drew scrutiny after AL.com reported he logged 10 rounds of golf in June and 25 so far in 2025. The revelation sparked debate on whether the off-season hobby signaled a lack of focus during a key recruiting stretch. The hosts also questioned Auburn’s direction, citing its near-bottom SEC ranking against ranked opponents over the last five seasons.

“If he was winning Natties, nobody would care,” McKnight quipped about Freeze’s golf game.

Additionally, Physical therapist Brent Vinson discussed the importance of hydration and proper nutrition for young athletes preparing for fall football, pointing to sugar’s role in inflammation.

While Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin can easily brag about the dropping homicide rate in his city, ignoring the record number of murders last year, progress is progress.

For some reason, this same mayor is upset about the tightening up of Alabama’s THC law. The products are not banned, although they should be; the products are just being regulated more forcefully.

Why the mayor thinks this is good for his crime-ridden city is not known, but the law is not going to be overturned.

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