Since CHOOSE Act applications opened in January, almost 37,000 students in public schools and home education programs across the state have registered to gain access to funding as they look to further quality education on their terms. According to Governor Kay Ivey, as of today, education savings accounts (ESAs) established by the CHOOSE Act are […]

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is joining with law enforcement leaders in the state and calling on Governor Kay Ivey to keep the current chair of the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles. Marshall wants Ivey to reappoint Leigh Gwathney, whose seat on the board expired Monday, despite pushback by some progressives who believe she […]

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 […]

After diligent work by U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), the One Big Beautiful Bill Act contains major wins for rural health care in Alabama. The Senate amended the reconciliation legislation to create the Rural Health Transformation Program, a nationwide fund of $50 billion to be distributed across Fiscal Years 2026-2030. Half […]

The Tennessee Valley Authority is asking the public to comment on a draft Environmental Assessment for a proposed Colbert County solar project. TVA’s Spring Valley Solar Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is posted for review at www.tva.com/nepa. TVA has entered into a power purchase agreement with Spring Valley, a wholly owned subsidiary of Urban Grid, to […]

EA Sports found itself at the center of the college football media news cycle last year when the gaming giant announced the release of the first licensed college football video game in over a decade, College Football 25. One year later after the massively successful release of the game, EA is preparing to drop not […]

Following the bombing of the Iranian uranium enrichment site in Iran by U.S. forces last week, Air Force Gen. Dan Caine said Iranians attacked American forces at nearby Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. And there, he said, the joint force defended as it was trained to do. Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of […]

The Opelika Industrial Development Authority has been awarded a SEEDS grant, part of Gov. Kay Ivey’s initiative to enhance industrial site readiness across Alabama. The funding is included in the $23.5 million in SEEDS grants allocated by the State Industrial Development Authority to boost economic growth and attract new businesses to the state. “This SEEDS grant represents a strategic investment […]

A Jasper entrepreneur known for his ‘results-driven approach’ to business has officially picked up the endorsement of the Alabama Trucking Association in a bid for public office. Dustin Beaty, a conservative Republican and lifelong resident of Walker County, first announced his candidacy for the Alabama House of Representatives District 13 seat in mid-May. RELATED: Susan […]

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 […]

With the Fourth of July upon Alabamians and Americans alike coming up this weekend, residents around the state are getting into the holiday spirit. One patriotic Trussville resident took his love for America a step further in the final days leading up to Independence Day. In a video shared on social media by Alabama icon […]

According to his latest TV interview, Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl is leaving the door open to possibly run for the U.S. Senate in Alabama. Since U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville officially announced his intention to be Alabama’s next governor, there’s been speculation that the Tigers’ head coach would campaign for the open seat. Sunday on […]

A progressive non-profit in Alabama is lobbying hard against President Donald Trump’s tax and spending package that is currently making its way through the U.S. Senate. Alabama Arise, which according to their website is a “member-led organization advancing public policies to improve the lives of Alabamians who are marginalized by poverty,” held a press conference […]

Over the weekend, the Miss Alabama pageant was held in Birmingham at Samford University, and it was a local who walked away with the crown. In a  competition of 13 semifinalists and 42 total contestants, Emma Terry — previously known as Miss Hoover — was named Miss Alabama and will represent the Yellowhammer State at […]

Law enforcement members and firefighters from around the world have gathered this week in Birmingham for an international competition featuring some of the most skilled and talented first responders in the field. One of the world’s largest multi-sport events, the annual World Police and Fire Games has brought over 8,500 competitors from over 70 countries […]

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. Catch live episodes of Longshore and McKnight daily on YouTube, Spotify, and on Yellowhammer News?️? Recruiting also took center […]

If you’re hitting the road for the Fourth of July weekend, you can expect a smoother ride — at least on Alabama’s interstates. The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) announced it will pause all temporary lane closures starting at noon on Wednesday, July 3, through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 6, to help keep traffic […]

Tomorrow on July 1, Amtrak is set to announce the official start date, schedule, and fares for its Gulf Coast “Mardi Gras Service,” which will restore passenger rail service between New Orleans and Mobile for the first time since 2005. Amtrak Vice President Nicole Bucich and Southern Rail Commission Chairman Knox Ross will hold news conferences […]

You’re standing in line at the grocery store or sitting at a red light when your phone buzzes. A new text message pops up on the screen. “URGENT: Your driver’s license has been suspended. Click here to resolve immediately.” The text may also indicate you have an unpaid ticket or toll. It includes a case […]

In a specially called and contentious primary election battle in Alabama House District 11, Heath Allbright emerged victorious over Don Fallin. As the old saying goes — “money is the lifeblood of politics” — and the House District 11 special election primary was a prime example that resources can make all the difference in a […]

7. Several prominent Alabama business organizations endorsed Governor-elect Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) for governor, with the Business Council of Alabama (BCA), the Alabama Forestry Association (AFA), and the Alabama Concrete Industries Association (ACIA) citing his economic leadership as a reason for the endorsement. 6. Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey and 16 Republican governors opposed […]

The Fultondale City Council voted unanimously last w to approve a formal resolution calling for the immediate resignation of Mayor Larry Holcomb. Despite the resolution and recent ethics findings, the first-term Mayor publicly declined to resign from office. According to WBMA, the Council’s decision was prompted by findings from the Alabama Ethics Commission, which determined […]

Christina Stimpson, Chief Officer of the Global Business Office at the Alabama Department of Commerce, has been appointed to the board of directors of the State International Development Organizations (SIDO), the leading national association dedicated to supporting the international trade and export programs of U.S. states and territories. Stimpson’s appointment places Alabama at the center of the […]

The Hanceville City Council voted on June 26 to hire David Thompson as a consultant to guide the restructuring of the city’s police department. With more than 30 years of law enforcement experience, Thompson will be tasked with revising department policies and procedures, updating the employee handbook, and evaluating department assets. Thompson, who was introduced […]