Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall called on the new Congress convening Thursday in Washington to fully fund a border wall to protect Americans and uphold the rule of law. Marshall also criticized Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-CA), who is expected to be elected speaker of the House, for deliberately ignoring border security by pushing a budget […]

The announcement by Republican U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne, (AL-1) that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will have the budget to place sand dredged from the Mobile Ship Channel in a newly expanded disposal site may ensure the long-term survival of Dauphin Island itself. The dredged sand can now be placed in shallower water depths closer to […]

As reported by The Tuscaloosa News, the Linden Police Department has closed its investigation of nine-year-old McKenzie Adams’ suicide, with authorities unable to substantiate claims made by her family that bullying factored into her death. Chief Robert Alston said that after speaking with several teachers and faculty members at U.S. Jones Elementary School in Demopolis, the […]

7. The commission investigating Parkland shooting suggests arming teachers — A state commission tasked with addressing the issues that led to the mass shooting and making suggestions to prevent future shootings unanimously approved a report on Wednesday that calls for some teachers to be armed. — Last year, Alabama’s Governor Kay Ivey created a “School Sentry” […]

Gray Television, Inc. (NYSE: GTN) announced on Wednesday that it has completed its “transformative” acquisition of Montgomery-based Raycom Media, Inc, making it the third largest television station owner in the country. Per a company press release, the major acquisition cements Gray’s ascent from a small, regional broadcaster to a leading national media company. By combining […]

After news broke Wednesday that a previously deported illegal immigrant has been charged with first-degree rape of a juvenile in Shelby County, Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) reaffirmed that supporting enhanced border security “is a fight worth fighting.” In a statement to Yellowhammer News, Byrne referred to the crime allegedly committed by 27-year-old Amancio Betancourt Martinez as […]

In the wake of recent and pending retirements, Alabama State Port Authority director and chief executive officer James K. “Jimmy” Lyons on Wednesday announced four major promotions within his senior management team to meet organizational needs in the Port of Mobile’s administration and operating areas. “We’ve had a number of announced retirements and these personnel […]

After news broke Wednesday that a previously deported illegal immigrant has been charged with first-degree rape of a juvenile in Shelby County, Congressman Mo Brooks (AL-5) criticized Democratic leaders for obstructing “Republican efforts to secure our border to help prevent awful crimes like this one against Americans.” In a statement to Yellowhammer News, Brooks said […]

The Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA) is advocating for the legalization of marijuana and sports gambling, according to its most recent newsletter. Under the heading “LEGALIZE IT!” RSA lays out its case in the January edition of The Advisor for making those activities lawful in Alabama and taxing the proceeds. RSA writes:

After nearly two weeks of a partial government shutdown, Sen. Doug Jones (D-AL) is now calling for compromise between Republicans and Democrats. During a WVTM interview that was released on Tuesday, Jones stressed the importance of putting the hundreds of thousands of federal employees back to work with pay. “Hopefully, once we can get the government […]

A 27-year-old Mexican citizen has been charged with first-degree rape in Shelby County after returning to the United States illegally. He was previously deported in 2015 for a felony drug trafficking conviction in Alabama. Amancio Betancourt Martinez, who reportedly resides in Maylene, was indicted last week by a federal grand jury in Birmingham for illegally […]

Congressman Mo Brooks (AL-5) appeared on Yellowhammer TV’s “Guerrilla Politics” over the weekend and made waves by adamantly stating that the lives lost to illegal immigration are the fault of the Democrats Brooks said “American blood” will be on the hands of House Speaker-designate Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for their unwillingness to cooperate […]

An Alabama company has recalled tons of hot sausages because they may be contaminated with bits of metal. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s recall notice says it has not had any reports of injury from the R.L. Zeigler Co. sausages, which were shipped nationwide from Selma, Alabama.

7. Louis C.K. returned to the world of standup comedy and was immediately told his jokes’ subjects were off-limits — The disgraced comedian was trying out material in a new set that was leaked to the Internet. That set included jokes about the Parkland student activists and transgender people. — A torrent of social media […]

It’s been a busy year for Honda’s Alabama auto plant, with a new model joining the assembly lines, as well as major new investments and expansions. In the last two years combined, Honda Manufacturing of Alabama has initiated $150 million worth of projects that are adding more than 425,000 square feet to its $2.6 billion, […]

In an interview on CBS’ “Face the Nation” on Sunday, Senator Richard Shelby (R-AL) defended the independence of the Federal Reserve, which he called “the bedrock of our financial system.” Shelby also praised the economy as possibly the best he has seen in his lifetime. Host Margaret Brennan asked Shelby, a longtime member and former […]

On Monday, Governor Kay Ivey’s inaugural committee announced that two-time “Entertainer of the Year” award winner Neal McCoy will headline the Gulf Coast Inaugural Celebration on January 12. With 6 million records sold, platinum recording artist McCoy has released 34 singles, including number one hits “No Doubt About It,” “You Gotta Love That,” “They’re Playing […]

Now that it appears state legislators are licking their chops to raise Alabama’s gasoline tax, the question we all should be asking is, “What are we going to get out of it?” As 2018 wound down, the push for the hike was aggressive, but details were scarce. Obviously, we all know the big projects that […]

Nancy Goodman Quilted Art (Mobile) The Maker: Nancy Goodman This is not your grandma’s quilting. When you hear that Nancy Goodman makes quilted art, you’re probably apt to think, “Oh, my grandmother used to do quilts.” But odds are Mawmaw never did anything like this.

Late Monday, Galleria shooting protest organizer Carlos Chaverst, Jr. made an ill-advised statement by declaring “celebratory gunfire” was allowed in Hoover city limits. Chaverst, who has of late been a regular at the Hoover City Jail and was recently banned from the Riverchase Galleria, made the “announcement” on his Facebook page. In the announcement, he […]

My fellow Alabamians, for many of us 2018 has been a year of hardship, of pain and loss. Our state as a whole has had its challenges, too. We’ve seen headlines of lives shattered by addiction, crime and violence. We’ve seen families torn apart and communities at odds. I am sure that I am not […]

On Sunday, GOP Representative Mo Brooks (AL-5) joined Dale Jackson on Yellowhammer News’ “Guerrilla Politics” to weigh in on the ongoing partial government shutdown. Brooks slammed Democratic leadership, suggesting House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer have “American blood” on their hands for their unwillingness to cooperate with President Donald Trump […]

Already dreading the inevitable holiday weight gain? Wondering how you’re going to get back in shape after weeks of Christmas parties and sugary desserts? If this sounds familiar, Iron Tribe Fitness has the perfect solution for you: the 2019 6 Week Challenge. Beginning January 14 and ending February 25, Iron Tribe’s 6 Week Challenge is […]

Federal officials are putting a fish whose habitat is threatened by development in southern states on the endangered species list. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is adding the trispot darter fish to the list.