Georgia-based Colonial Pipeline Co. has sued an Alabama contractor over a spill that threatened gasoline supplies along the East Coast three years ago. The pipeline operator contends faulty work by the Birmingham-based Ceco Pipeline Services caused a crack that spilled at least 250,000 gallons of gasoline in rural Shelby County in September 2016.

It’s back-to-school season and for some parents, this is a happy time. But for those whose children are stuck in underperforming schools, or schools where they are bullied or are in danger, this is a heartbreaking time, especially if they cannot afford to move or go to private school. “There was fighting every day. People […]

On Monday, the political battle over the proposed tolling for the new I-10 Mobile Bayway Bridge escalated when Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth came out in opposition to the toll. Following in Ainsworth’s footsteps and coming out against the proposal as well was another heavy-hitter, State Senate President Pro-Tem Del Marsh. Tuesday, Gov. Kay Ivey, who […]

7. How romantic Starting on August 29, Alabama will no longer issue marriage licenses. Couples will now just have to submit a notarized marriage certificate that will be recorded by probate judges instead of being issued by probate judges. Madison County Probate Judge Frank Barger said that this new process means people don’t have to […]

Telegraph Creative on Tuesday announced it will be hosting the Alabama Economic Growth Summit October 24-25 at the Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa, bringing back the event first held by Yellowhammer Multimedia three years ago. Alabama Power is the title sponsor for the summit, which will bring together a diverse group of powerful […]

Senator Doug Jones (D-AL) on Tuesday will keynote an event entitled “Opportunities for Technology Partnerships Between Alabama and Israeli Businesses” in Birmingham. The Birmingham Business Alliance, Conexx: America Israel Business Connector, the Israel-U.S. Binational Industrial Research and Development (BIRD) Foundation and Alabama Power Company are hosting the event, which will include an overview of Israel’s […]

Astrobotic on Monday announced that it has selected United Launch Alliance’s (ULA) Vulcan Centaur rocket in a competitive commercial procurement to launch its Peregrine lunar lander to the Moon in 2021. This is slated to be the Vulcan Centaur’s first launch, with development and assembly on schedule at ULA’s world-class Decatur facility. Astrobotic CEO John […]

Mobile County Commissioner Jerry Carl on Saturday held the grand opening for his campaign headquarters in the race for Alabama’s First Congressional District seat being vacated by U.S. Rep. Bradley Byrne’s (AL-01) bid for the U.S. Senate. Carl, a Republican, is running in a field that includes State Rep. Chris Pringle (R-Mobile) and former State […]

The following is the third edition of Mondays for Moms: Making your way in the margin mommy moments A few weeks ago I was talking with some momma friends about their careers (before mommyhood). I loved listening to them talk about all their achievements and their dreams for the future. What struck me was how […]

The chairman and CEO of Birmingham-based Altec, Lee Styslinger, III, continues to be a champion of American jobs on the national stage. Styslinger on Monday announced that he has signed the “Purpose of the Corporation.” A prominent member of President Donald Trump’s trade council, Styslinger worked closely with several other Business Roundtable member companies to help develop […]

As usual with Lieutenant Governor Will Ainsworth, there was no mincing of words on his opposition to the proposed Mobile River Bridge and Bayway toll. Ainsworth is a member of the Alabama Toll Road and Bridge Authority that could act on this toll and kill it outright. Ainsworth cited his conservative principles and his fear […]

The United Kingdom’s “secret government dossier” detailing preparations in case Brexit occurs later this year without a deal first being struck with the European Union has been leaked, and the plan’s codename is one that Alabamians will take interest in. The Sunday Times over the weekend reported that it has obtained the report, “Operation Yellowhammer,” […]

Officials say the reconstruction of Interstate 20/59 through downtown Birmingham remains on schedule. Alabama Department of Transportation Regional Engineer DeJarvis Leonard tells WBRC-TV that the overall project is somewhere between 75% and 80% complete.

The recent violence in our country – and the passionate debates it has sparked – have led me to reflect on the emotional state of our country and the battle being waged between good and evil. I thought back to comments I gave earlier this year at a naturalization ceremony. These new citizens were gifted […]

A judge has paused a defamation suit filed by Roy Moore against women who accused him during his unsuccessful U.S. Senate bid of past misconduct. Circuit Judge Albert Johnson ruled last month case will be held on the administrative docket until a related defamation case against Moore by one of the women is resolved.

Tommy and Matt discuss a lot of topics in this episode, ranging from poverty in Uganda, to homelessness and prison ministry. Tommy has served in many areas of the community, and the world, in order to live a life of purpose. In spite of being extremely successful, Tommy has a heart for people and a […]

Add Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh (R-Anniston) to the list of heavy hitters opposing the proposed toll on the new $2.1 billion I-10 Mobile Bay Bridge that would require commuters to pay a $6 toll each way when crossing from Mobile County to Baldwin County and vice-versa. In comments given to Yellowhammer News, Marsh […]

Iron Tribe Fitness, founded in Birmingham, Alabama, is leading the way for workout programs across the nation. Ranked as one of the top five workouts in the nation, this 45-minute HIIT group workout class offers participants exciting and effective workouts in a time frame that works with any kind of schedule. Recently, the gym hosted […]

Even though the proposed I-10 Mobile Bay Bridge toll remains unpopular, Gov. Kay Ivey and Alabama Department of Transportation director John Cooper have signaled an unwillingness to abandon the proposal with an Alabama Toll Road, Bridge and Tunnel Authority meeting looming for October 7. On Monday, Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth struck a blow to the […]

The Alabama Democratic Party has allowed the Democratic National Committee’s (DNC) August 17 deadline to hold new elections for the state party’s chair and vice-chair to pass. This August 17 deadline was an extension past the 90-day window originally handed down to the state party by the DNC.

Still looming for state lawmakers is the issue of prison reform. Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Justice issued a report outlining its concerns with the Alabama Department of Corrections’ prison facilities, which it said could violate the “cruel and unusual punishment” provision of the Eighth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Last month, Sen. […]

7. At least three mass shootings have been thwarted Three foiled mass shootings all took place in different states, and all of the tips that led to their arrests came from members of the public after they expressed their desire or intent to carry out attacks that would have created mass casualties. One of the […]

While illegal immigration dominates the political discussion in America, there is also another aspect of immigration policy: legal immigration. Recent statistics show the United States allows just over a million legal immigrants in the country annually. Given the obstacles to wage growth in the United States, some have suggested rethinking legal immigration to slow the […]

ELKMONT – Even though it does not get the attention that other sectors of the Alabama economy receive, agriculture remains at the top of the chart for statewide economic activity. That was the case made by Alabama Farmers Federation President Jimmy Parnell on Friday during the northern swing of ALFA’s crop outlook tour at Hobbs […]