Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is urging members of Congress to protect Americans’ Second Amendment rights across state lines. Marshall recently sent a multi-state letter calling on the U.S. House of Representatives to pass the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act. The resolution, H.R. 38, would allow those who are lawfully cleared to carry a concealed […]

Just a day after announcing his intent to become Alabama’s next Governor, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) has already released a campaign advertisement heading into the 2026 race. During the minute-long video message, Tuberville touts his close ties to President Donald Trump and strong conservative record in Washington, D.C. “Here in Alabama, y’all know me […]

Major League Fishing (MLF) is facing a wrongful death lawsuit following a deadly boating accident that killed three people during its April 16 tournament on Smith Lake. The crash involved a Nitro bass boat, operated by tournament angler Flint Davis, and a center-console boat carrying Joey M. Broom of Altoona, John K. Clark of Cullman, […]

Monster alligators need to be removed from neighborhoods, whether they were here first or not. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN.

The postseason of college baseball is officially underway, with conference tournaments now complete and the NCAA Tournament set to kick off Friday as the road to Omaha begins. To reach the College World Series, teams must first advance through a four-team regional and then a super regional. Regionals are structured as four-team, double-elimination tournaments, while […]

In towns across Alabama, the disappearance of local banks has left many residents without access to basic financial services, but the consequences go beyond simply losing banking access. When financial institutions leave, communities also lose local investment, financial role models in schools and safeguards for vulnerable neighbors. Fortunately for Alabamians, credit unions are helping to […]

The Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences Foundation Board has announced that Birmingham-based construction company, Brasfield and Gorrie, has been selected to build the new ASHS campus in Demopolis. According to leadership within the organization, the general contractor is expected to have the new facilities and campus open by the fall of 2027. ASHS will be […]

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville officially launched his campaign for Governor of Alabama Tuesday in Auburn, jumping straight into the issues and laying out a platform centered on K-12 education reform, economic growth, and stronger state-level control over federal programs. Tuberville, whose first Senate term ends in 2026, said he plans to serve out the remainder […]

As the state of Louisiana awaits the Supreme Court decision on a case surrounding redistricting and possible racial gerrymandering, many believe the ruling could have broader ramifications for other states, including Alabama. During oral arguments earlier this month, Louisiana and a group of Black voters asked the justices to reinstate a congressional map, enacted by […]

According to a report from 1819 News, Alabama Congressman Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) is considering a potential run for the U.S. Senate. His signal today follows Senator Tommy Tuberville’s announcement yesterday that he would not be running for re-election to the seat, opting instead to run for Governor of Alabama. Moore says his staunch conservative record […]

In today’s epsiode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry dive into hot-button topics from the SEC spring meetings and the ever-changing landscape of college sports! They discussed the complexities of implementing a 9-game conference schedule, the potential expansion of the College Football Playoff, and the ongoing tension between preserving traditions and chasing TV revenue. […]

7. After President Donald Trump threatened to cut federal funding over a transgender athlete’s participation, California’s high school athletics association revised girls’ track and field championship rules to include more biologically female athletes the trans athlete has already defeated. 6. “Some say” Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl is considering running for U.S. Senate even though […]

With construction industry fatalities reaching more than 1,000 in 2023, the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of Alabama is taking proactive steps to ensure worker safety through hands-on training and emergency preparedness. As part of its ongoing commitment to reduce on-site risks and reinforce safety protocols, ABC of Alabama partnered with the University of Alabama, […]

The Alabama A&M University Marching Maroon & White Band has once again earned national recognition, securing a spot in the 2025 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands. The event is Aug. 23 at NRG Stadium in Houston and marks the third appearance by the Marching Maroon & White at the event, which honors the musical excellence and cultural […]

The Alabama Farmers Federation welcomed two Auburn University (AU) College of Agriculture seniors as summer interns May 20. Cohen Luker and Jonathan Parten will help guide the organization’s grassroots efforts through policy development and legislative affairs.   Talladega County native Luker will work with the Governmental & Agricultural Programs (GAP) Department to assist commodity directors with […]

Twinkle Andress Cavanaugh, President of the Alabama Public Service Commission, was officially appointed as Alabama’s State Director for Rural Development at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Secretary Brooke Rollins announced Tuesday. Cavanaugh has served as president of the Public Service Commission since 2012 and was first elected statewide in 2010. In 2020, she received the […]

Incumbent U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville officially announced he will run for Governor of Alabama in the 2026 Republican Party primary.  Live from an Auburn staple, Byron’s Smokehouse, Tuberville announced his run in an exclusive television interview with “The Will Cain Show” on Fox News.  “I started my Senate run almost seven years ago, right in […]

With U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville announcing his run for Alabama governor, speculation has now begun regarding his possible replacement in Washington, D.C. It’s already widely expected that Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall will run, but how about another well-known college sports coach with Auburn ties? RELATED: Auburn’s Bruce Pearl named chairman of U.S.-Israel Education Association  […]

One way to take in the scenic landscape of Alabama and several neighboring states—while also scoring some bargains—is by joining the World’s Longest Yard Sale, returning August 7–10. Also known as the 127 Yard Sale, this massive, multi-state shopping event stretches 690 miles from Gadsden, Alabama, to Addison, Michigan. The route in Alabama begins in […]

A heartfelt email from Geraldine High School science teacher Dr. Brandon Renfroe recently turned into a life-changing blessing for dozens of Alabama students struggling with food insecurity, thanks to billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban. Earlier this week, Dr. Renfroe received a surprise phone call from Cuban’s Chief Financial Officer informing him that […]

In the early hours of Memorial Day, a driver in Montgomery County experienced an extraordinary traffic incident involving an alligator. According to WSFA News 12, Waugh/Mt. Meigs Volunteer Fire Department emergency responders were dispatched around 3:20 a.m. to the intersection of Wares Ferry Road and Edna Brake Lucas Drive, after receiving a call about a […]

With the summer about to roll around, a new release of EA Sports now returned college football video game is upon fans across the country. One of the most anticipated questions being answered ahead of the July release date is which athlete was going to don the cover — and fans finally got an answer […]

In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry returned from Memorial Day weekend to a packed show filled with college baseball and football talk! Barry McKnight led with frustration over Troy being the first team out of the NCAA baseball tournament despite a strong resume, calling it a reflection of how “difficult” it […]

Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth is praising Alabama lawmakers following the conclusion of the latest legislative session in Montgomery. In a post on X, Ainsworth applauded the body for passing a package of pro-military bills that will benefit service members, veterans, and their families for years to come. According to Ainsworth, the legislation helps meet part […]