For many years, Sisco was a familiar voice hosting the afternoon drive show on Yellowhammer affiliate station, 105.1 WQSB in Albertville. Sisco passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 1st, leaving a void in the Alabama broadcasting community. The news of Rod’s passing was shared with WQSB listeners by Barry Galloway, host of the Barry & […]

Radio talk show host Dale Jackson and 256 Today CEO Mecca Musick, take you through Alabama’s biggest political stories. Mecca Musick is the CEO of 256 Today. Sign up for the 256 Today newsletter here. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN.

In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, our hosts film live from Stivers Ford Lincoln in Montgomery. The show opened with discussion on President Donald Trump’s appearance at the University of Alabama’s commencement, where he was introduced by Nick Saban. The hosts debated the political and public reactions to Saban’s participation, and whether it might […]

The University of Alabama remained in national headlines this week with the arrival of President Donald J. Trump, who delivered a commencement address to graduates preparing to walk the stage this weekend. It marked just the second time in history that a sitting U.S. president has spoken on campus, and the first since President Ronald […]

As family and friends gathered in the Oval Office on Wednesday to witness Secretary of State Marco Rubio officially swear in Warren Stephens as Ambassador to the United Kingdom, another familiar face was also in attendance – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery). While Stephens is an Arkansas native, he also has ties to the state […]

As the 151st Kentucky Derby approaches on Saturday, Alabama’s presence continues, thanks to a historic win 80 years ago and a new contender ready to carry the torch at Churchill Downs. An Alabama-trained champion: Hoop Jr.’s 1945 triumph In 1943, Fred W. Hooper, a self-made businessman and construction magnate based in Montgomery, entered the horse […]

Local officials, community leaders and cycling enthusiasts from across the region gathered at Birmingham’s Pepper Place Market on Saturday, April 26, for Celebrate Trails Day and to mark Birmingham’s momentum in building a world-class trail network that could boost economic opportunities and community connections. “As a city administration, we believe in connectivity,” said Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin. “Back in 2018, […]

The University of Alabama welcomed a historic guest to Coleman Coliseum on Thursday evening, as President Donald J. Trump delivered a rousing address during the school’s spring commencement ceremony. Trump was introduced by none other than legendary former Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban, who drew thunderous cheers as soon as he stepped on stage. […]

The Alabama Department of Transportation is continuing to assess the integrity of an I-65 overpass that was damaged Monday. The department’s Emergency Bridge Inspection Team will perform further assessments this week to determine the scope of the repair needed, according to a news release. ALDOT said it anticipates contracting for the repair. ALDOT crews responded […]

7. Auburn and Alabama are both ranked within the top 15 in On3’s early post-spring college football rankings, with Alabama at No. 7 and Auburn at No. 13. 6. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall’s office and the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office raided bingo halls in Pinson and Lipscomb, seizing electronic gaming machines after the Jefferson […]

The Alabama Power Board of Directors has elected Stacey Turner vice president of the company’s Environmental Affairs organization, effective immediately. Turner’s responsibilities will include environmental compliance and strategy, as well as the company’s environmental stewardship programs and operations. RELATED: Alabama Power ranked #1 in the South by J.D. Power customer satisfaction study Turner previously served as Associate […]

President Donald Trump told the University of Alabama students Thursday that they are blessed to have lived and studied in “the great state of Alabama.” Trump gave a commencement address to the class of 2025 at special event that was created before graduation ceremonies, which begin on Friday. While Trump used some portions of the […]

Few students carry the depth of experience Evan Anderson brings. A father, army veteran and full-time professional, Anderson is also a full-time student, and in May he will graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies with a minor in conflict resolution.= Originally from Tacoma, Washington, Anderson spent part of his 14 years in […]

The U.S. Small Business Administration is praising President Donald Trump for delivering several economic wins in the first 100 days of his presidency. Leadership within the agency believes that the commander-in-chief is helping to grow and expand small businesses across the country with many of his newly implemented economic policies. According to the SBA, Trump […]

In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, hosts John and Barry took a wide-ranging look at the college football landscape, led by ongoing concerns over NIL spending and scheduling politics in the SEC. Much of the conversation focused on Texas’ reported $35–40 million roster budget, prompting debates about fairness, sustainability, and how schools like Alabama […]

Though we are only just now arriving in the month of May, football season is going to be here before we know it in the state of Alabama and across the nation. With the conclusion of spring practice and a better picture of the kind of rosters teams are going to be rolling out, it’s […]

On Thursday, Mercedes-Benz announced major plans to begin production of a new, forthcoming “core segment” vehicle at its Tuscaloosa plant in 2027. “Tuscaloosa has been a key hub for Mercedes-Benz vehicles for almost 30 years,” said Ola Källenius, Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG. “It’s a natural step to bring a […]

Today has proven to be a pivotal day in the Alabama Legislature. Lawmakers in both chambers issued final passage on some of the session’s biggest bills, while others hang in the balance.  After completing their primary constitutional duty Tuesday night by sending finalized general fund and education trust fund budgets to Governor Kay Ivey’s desk, […]

Fraudulent texts claiming you owe unpaid tolls are on the rise–and they’re becoming more and more convincing.  These scams, known as “smishing,” use fake links to trick you into revealing personal or financial information. The fraudulent messages are designed to look urgent and official, often claiming you’ve missed a toll payment and must act immediately […]

7. Oh look, another protective order has been found, with a bonus death threat, for the MS-13 “Maryland Man” the media and their Democrats demand be returned to the United States. 6. Auburn basketball head coach Bruce Pearl visited the site of Nova Music Festival massacre near the Gaza border in Israel saying, “I’m a proud […]

Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl believes that every Alabamian, including Democrats, should be honored that President Donald Trump is giving a commencement address in the Yellowhammer State this week. Trump is scheduled to address at the University of Alabama’s spring commencement ceremony this evening. Some Democrat leaders in the state and at the University […]

As President Donald Trump prepares to deliver a historic commencement address tonight at the University of Alabama, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville says the moment may also serve as a huge opportunity to confront what he calls the “tailspin” of college athletics. The modern era of college athletics has brought sweeping changes, but none more disruptive […]

This week, the U.S. House Committee on Homeland Security approved its portion of a $69 billion budget reconciliation package for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s border security mission. The section approved by the body provides funding for an effective border wall system and technology to help detect deadly illicit drugs. Additionally, it allows for […]

Breast cancer doesn’t discriminate based on political persuasion. However, access to testing for the disease does discriminate by geography and economy. To that end, two U.S. senators have put their partisanship aside in the name of health. Sen. Katie Britt joined Sen. Jeanne Shaheen in reintroducing the Access to Breast Cancer Diagnosis (ABCD) Act. The […]