Just 12 days away from the Republican primary for U.S. Senate, key endorsements have lined up for all three front runners. As key political figures and organizations line up to give their support, candidates are scrambling to prove that they are the clear choice for the American people. Here’s all you need to know about […]

As reported by The Associated Press, Alabama’s Jeff Sessions will apparently keep his job as the U.S. Attorney General, despite the President’s recent flurry of attacks. Late Wednesday night, newly appointed Chief of Staff John Kelly phoned Sessions, according to sources close to the administration. Among several topics discussed, the primary purpose of the call […]

In this morning’s early hours, the U.S. Air Force launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) from Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif., that blazed some 4,000 miles over the Pacific in the fourth successful test this year of its strategic deterrent missile systems. As reported by Fox News, the U.S. Air Force said […]

Southern Research, an organization with multiple locations around Birmingham, has developed technology that will give scientists a crucial look into the upcoming solar eclipse. The high definition imaging system developed by Southern Research will be deployed on a NASA aircraft and travel 10 miles above Earth, according the Alabama News Center.  The August 21 eclipse will […]

Reports far and wide seem to suggest that the U.S. Senate election is a three-horse race between Luther Strange, Mo Brooks, and Roy Moore.  The scarce public polls have all the other candidates in single digits. If no candidate gets more than 50 percent of the vote on Tuesday, August 15, the top two will […]

Former Navy SEAL Andrew Arrabito knew he wanted to be a Navy SEAL from an early age. After 9 years traveling the world and hunting bad guys, “Bito” turned into an entrepreneur, where he makes custom knives. He gives back to the military community by employing former military members. You can find out more about […]

A federal case filed with the Southern District of Alabama claims that a Mobile consignment shop has violated the Endangered Species Act. Prosecutors allege that Hertha’s Second Edition sold a coat made from Jaguar fur to a customer in Biloxi, Mississippi. Hertha’s Second Edition describes themselves as “resale gone upscale.” According to their website, they […]

Last week we reported that all but one of the twelve inmates who used peanut butter to trick a new jail guard had been captured. Until yesterday, Brady Andrew Kilpatrick, 24, of Cordova, Alabama was still on the lam, but yesterday he was arrested near West Palm Beach. Related: Kilpatrick Still At Large A post on […]

This week has already shaped up to be a rollercoaster ride for the White House, and it’s just Tuesday. After President Trump had let Reince Priebus go and hired General John Kelly as his Chief of Staff, Anthony Scaraumucci was ousted as communications director. Trump fired Scaramucci after just ten days in the position, at […]

Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson announced big news for the Port City in a press conference held at Mobile’s Regional Airport. Shortly after his plane touched down from a trip to Miami, Mayor Stimpson informed the public that he had reached a formalized agreement with Carnival Cruise Line that will extend their commitment to keep a […]

According to a report by WKRG News 5, new Mobile County teachers are in orientation and training sessions this week, and the Alabama Education Association (AEA) is heated that they can’t be on hand at the school district’s office to provide lunch. According to the news story, AEA Director Jessie McDaniel was apparently informed in […]

As reported by WKRG News, Governor Kay Ivey has announced increased funding to help support Alabama Law Enforcement Agencies. Earlier this week Gov. Ivey met with Alabama law enforcement leaders in Orange Beach, Al. After listening to various safety concerns expressed by state leaders, Ivey announced that she would grant $1.8 million to help combat […]

When Alabama rang in the New Year last January, Luther Strange was its Attorney General. At the time, his office was investigating Robert Bentley for crimes the former governor committed in his zeal to hide his affair with Rebekah Mason. Before Bentley resigned, he appointed Strange to fill Jeff Sessions’ seat in the U.S. Senate. […]

The Alabama Department of Commerce revealed that the state’s automotive industry is continuing its rapid growth in 2017. In a statement released on July 24, the department announced that 2016 added 3,848 jobs and $907.1 million in new capital investment. This year, the industry is on track to add thousands of new jobs and push […]

The Tuscaloosa Police Department announced a major sex-crime on its Facebook page today. As part of a national effort, the TPD participated in the National Johns Suppression Initiative in July, resulting in over 30 prostitution-related arrests. This initiative was originated in 2011 by Tom Dart, the Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois. This nationally recognized movement […]

It’s easy to forget about old crimes unless you, a family member, or a close friend were the victims. To those people, these cold cases are very important, and they’re important to us all because the criminals who committed them are still on the loose., posing a potential threat to us all. As Alabama Attorney […]

Alabama has a new law that stops crossover voting in the upcoming elections. The idea behind the law is to prevent voters from crossing from one party to another and deliberately changing the outcome of the other party’s races. In a statement to Yellowhammer News, Secretary of State John Merrill said the legislation his office […]

As reported by Alabama News Center, Business Facilities magazine, a publication focused on economic development, has showered many Alabama cities with high praise. Included in their annual ranking report, Business Facilities pegged Huntsville as the nation’s top metro area in aerospace/defense. As part of their annual growth metrics, they cited the concentration of aerospace engineers […]

As reported by the Washington Times, Rep. Bradley Byrne says Congress will continue to do their job regardless of the upheaval surrounding the White House in recent days. “What’s happening over at the White House seems to be the stuff that’s happening internally. And I can tell you when I go home and talk to […]

Friday night at Gadsden City High School, a panel composed of members from all races and backgrounds took the stage to discuss racial reconciliation in the community. They call themselves Be the Bridge of Gadsden, and the group hopes to create conversations that will tear down racial barriers across the nation. The organization is composed […]

In a major setback for the pro-life movement, a U.S. Magistrate, Judge Susan Russ Walker, has struck down an Alabama law that required minors seeking an abortion to undergo a hearing where the fetus could be represented by a court-appointed lawyer. In doing so, the court sided with the American Civil Liberties Union, which argued […]

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama House Speaker Mac McCutcheon (R-Monrovia) announced several committee reassignments on Monday after conducting what many expected to be a routine review. “Committee assignments are often changed in order to bring new ideas, fresh perspectives, and renewed enthusiasm to the various legislative panels,” McCutcheon told the Alabama News Network. “We work hard […]

As reported by WTXL News, an Alabama man has been arrested Tallahassee, FL, for enticing a minor for sex acts and transmitting pornography to a minor via an electronic device. According to police, Brian Patrick Donald, 40, of Theodore, AL, made contact with an undercover officer he believed to be a 13-year-old child. After initiating […]

Here we are nearing the beginning of August. It’s hot, we’re sweating, and most of us are just counting down the days until college football begins. The start of the college football season will feature many exciting matchups, and one of those will most definitely be this year’s installment of the Auburn vs. Clemson game. […]