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According to ESPN, Auburn University President Steven Leath confirmed that the school has launched a “comprehensive review” of its softball program following allegations of inappropriate conduct under former coach Clint Myers and his son, former assistant coach Corey Myers. Corey Myers resigned March 30, following allegations from five players who provided administrators with text messages […]
Alabama Power has sent a team of trained employee’s to Texas so they can assist Houston-based CenterPoint Energy in restoring power to the residents trapped inside. As reported by Alabama News Center, the team left early this morning, taking with them two marsh master track vehicles and small boats. Once there, 20 highly-trained personnel from […]
As reported by WKRG News, Rep. Bradley Byrne is hosting Education Secretary Betsy DeVos in Mobile, while she learns more about the educational opportunities offered in South Alabama. DeVos was appointed Secretary by President Trump earlier this year. She is the 11th Secretary of Education, and part of her education agenda includes the expansion of […]
The state of Texas recently passed a new law meant to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement. This Texas law came in the wake of increasing numbers of large urban areas across America becoming “sanctuary cities” based on their refusal to comply with federal immigration law. However, earlier this week, U.S. District Court Judge Orlando Garcia […]
Execution dates have been set for two Alabama death row inmates by the state’s Supreme Court. Both convicted killers are scheduled to be put to death by lethal injection on the day of their executions in October 2017. This first inmate, who is scheduled to be executed on October 5, is Jeffrey Lynn Borden. Borden […]
Colonial Pipeline in Atlanta says it plans to temporarily shut down a crucial line that supplies gas all over the southeast due to damages from Hurricane Harvey. The storm has led to major refinery shutdowns and has effected the company’s facilities west of Louisiana. According to The Associated Press, the temporary shutdown is set to […]
As reported by Fox 10 News, actor Nicolas Cage visited USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital in Mobile yesterday. Cage was spotted working his way through the pediatric intensive care unit and the USS Hope, an infusion unit, where children fighting cancer are treated. Those at the hospital say that he stayed for over an hour […]
An aerospace trade delegation from India visited Huntsville over the past two days on a trade mission that may ultimately produce hundreds of new jobs and meaningful economic development in Alabama’s Tennessee Valley. Through a number of meetings with area business and governmental leaders, the delegation had the opportunity to demonstrate capabilities, needs, and explore […]
Two Birmingham truckers are packing up their rigs and heading for Texas, but they are delivering something a little different on this trip. George Lawson and Alvin Brand work for Universal Trucking out of Tarrant. The company is donating two trailers to fill with donations and supplies for flood victims, and Lawson and Brand plan […]
This week, Montgomery was an epicenter of technological innovation as it hosted the Air Force Information Technology and Cyberpower Conference (AFITC). Alabama’s Capital City was the hub of intense discussions regarding the challenges that are facing the nation in the digital age. AFITC works to connect Air Force and cyber industry leaders in order to […]
College football is finally upon us, and ‘Bama fans across the South are getting ready for a marquee match up. This Saturday, in the first college football game at the new Mercedes-Benz stadium in Atlanta, the Alabama Crimson Tide will take on the Florida State Seminoles. If you’re a Crimson Tide fan, then you know […]
The Food and Drug Administration has approved the very first treatment that genetically engineers blood cells to destroy leukemia in child patients. The treatment opens up a new era in cancer care, which means a great deal to Alabama. According to Children’s of Alabama, more than 190 children in Alabama are diagnosed with various forms of […]
Yesterday Attorney General Steve Marshall’s office announced that Jack Lamar Jordan had been arrested as part of an ongoing joint federal-state investigation revolving around the distribution of marijuana. What makes this arrest of particular consequence is Jordan’s alleged connection with the earlier arrest of Conecuh County Commissioner John William Andrews Jr. Earlier this year, Commissioner […]
As reported by WHNT News, yesterday marked the beginning of a new $21 million aerospace complex in Decatur. The new complex will be composed of three buildings—each constructed with the capability to test the structural viability of large space structures. This includes NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS) program and commercial clients. Congressman Mo Brooks, who […]
Yellowhammer News is excited to announce a new experience for listeners of Yellowhammer Radio. The Ford Faction is a high-energy talk show focusing on two simple principles that ignite listeners across the state of Alabama: God and country. Ford Brown, Sam Warren, and Zac Johnson take listeners on a roller coaster ride every weekday, covering topics from […]
Get ready folks, college football season is almost here! After months of agonizing anticipation, hundreds of thousands of fans will flock to their favorite schools on Saturday with the hope to see the beginning of a very successful season. Auburn fans will be no exception. About 87,000 of them will pile into Jordan-Hare Stadium to […]
A Birmingham company has received a contract for up to $72 million worth of fresh fruit and vegetables for military and U.S. Department of Agriculture schools in Alabama and Florida. According to the Associated Press, Forestwood Farms, Inc. was one of two companies that bid for the four and a half year project. The contract is with […]
Two weeks into the run-off campaign to determine who will be the Republican candidate for Jeff Sessions’ old U.S. Senate seat, currently held by Luther Strange, the picture isn’t much clearer than it was the night after the primary vote on August 15th. This uncertainly aside, there’s no shortage of speculation surrounding the race, and […]
Candace Owens joins The Ford Faction to cover a ridiculous Black Lives Matter demand list. That includes, white privilege, white guilt, and even giving up your home. Candace has gone viral with her hot takes which you can see on Youtube, Facebook, or other platforms @redpillblack. Twitter: @RedPillBlack YouTube: Red Pill Black Subscribe to the […]
As reported by WKRG News, an Alabama teacher has been arrested and charged with second-degree rape of a student. The Etowah County Sheriff’s office arrested Sonya Ann Wilks Bailwy, 51, after she allegedly sent sexually explicit images and engaged in sexual acts with a student while she was employed by the Etowah County Board of […]
Luther Strange talks about his views on pro-life, family, and repeal of the ACA (Obamacare). He emphasized the advantages of being the incumbent and how his victory would make a smooth transition as the work could continue without interruption. He stated that he shares the same basic values as Judge Moore and would vote and […]
Houston mega-church pastor Joel Osteen has received widespread criticism for his seemingly passive response to Hurricane Harvey. Meanwhile, Alabama’s largest church—Church of the Highlands—has been busy mobilizing efforts to help victims of the storm. As one of the church’s pastors, Layne Schranz, told ABC 33/40: “Everyone of us at Church of the Highlands feels the […]
Randy Price, a businessman and farmer from Opelika, has announced his candidacy for the Alabama Senate District 13. The district represents portions of Chambers, Cherokee, Clay, Cleburne, Lee, and Randolph counties. Price announced his candidacy in Heflin on Monday as he travelled the district to speak with voters and hear their concerns. A small business […]

