U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville is defending Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from those who are comparing them to "Nazis."

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry opened the midweek show reflecting on the end of summer and gearing up for SEC Media Days in Atlanta! The conversation pivoted to DJ Barber, a freshman Auburn linebacker arrested in Dadeville, Alabama, on marijuana trafficking and drug paraphernalia charges after police discovered 2.5 pounds […]

Residents in Wilcox County, one of Alabama’s poorest, say they are struggling to keep up with an unexpected, sharp increase in their water bills. In Camden and nearby communities across Wilcox County, residents report that monthly charges from the Wilcox County Water and Sewer District have increased significantly, making it difficult for many to afford […]

Preston Roberts’ passion for agriculture and political prowess has been an asset to the Alabama Farmers Federation for the past 11 years. He’ll continue providing steady leadership and serving farmers as the External Affairs Department assistant director, effective July 7. Roberts’ ability to build relationships with legislators, stakeholders, and farmers is invaluable, said Federation External […]

 A little over a year after a Mountain Brook teen nearly died from a shark attack off the Florida Panhandle, the U.S. Senate passed legislation to authorize mobile phone alerts about attacks. Sen. Katie Britt celebrated Tuesday’s passage of Lulu’s Law, her bipartisan legislation named in honor of 16-year-old Lulu Gribbin, that would direct the Federal […]

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville is continuing to gain the support of organizations across the state as he looks to become the next governor of Alabama in 2026. On Wednesday, Tuberville’s campaign announced that he has secured the endorsement of yet another influential group, the Alabama Associated General Contractors. The AAGC, first founded in 1920, is […]

Case Dixon released a new campaign video on Wednesday outlining his vision as a Republican candidate for Alabama’s 6th District, saying the future of his children and community compelled him to step into the race. Dixon is facing Republican incumbent Gary Palmer for the seat. Palmer has been in office since 2015. Dixon, a husband […]

As the world appears to be going crazy with a lust for marijuana, Alabama has put a slight pause on the availability of some THC products. Alabama is not alone; Thailand has ended its experiment with recreational weed, and other states and nations could follow suit. In Alabama, State Rep. April Weaver (R-Brierfield) has proposed […]

The Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermens Market in Foley has once again drawn national recognition, this time being named one of the Top 10 Best Farmers Markets in the U.S. in Newsweek’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. The year-round market, located at 781 Farmers Market Lane in Foley, has previously been honored as a USA Today […]

While the media and their Democrats ramp up their complaints about immigration enforcement, despite public support, Republicans approved a massive budget increase for ICE to expand their deportation efforts, AND President Donald Trump announced there will be no amnesty for illegal immigrants.

A recent TikTok challenge is raising concerns for the Calera Police Department. The law enforcement agency released a post on social media earlier this week asking for help identifying two suspects believed to have participated in a viral door-knocking challenge. The challenge involves individuals kicking, knocking, or banging on random doors to capture the reactions […]

When a natural disaster strikes, it wreaks havoc on those directly impacted and leaves others feeling powerless to help. But across Alabama, people are turning that feeling into action. The recent Texas flood over the Fourth of July weekend — which claimed more than 100 lives— is the latest tragedy to devastate the nation, and […]

A Mobile couple remains missing after devastating flash floods swept through central Texas over the Fourth of July weekend, as the death toll from the disaster surpasses 100. Eddie Santana Sr., 69, and his wife, Ileana Santana, 66, were visiting family at a cabin along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County when rising floodwaters tore […]

Elliott criticized some of his fellow Republicans in the Legislature for failing to support strong conservative bills in recent years.

State Rep. Jundalynn Givan once again called out the mayor of Birmingham for not doing enough to combat the crime epidemic in his city.

On Monday, Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed held a press conference to inform the public on the progress made in Montgomery during the first half of the year. According to Mayor Reed, violent crime, nonviolent crime, homicides, non-fatal shootings, and robberies all decreased year-over-year. He shared the following data: Violent crime down 28.3% Nonviolent crime down […]

The Auburn Tigers have gone ice cold on the recruiting trail in recent weeks, losing multiple commitments for next year’s class, as the harsh reality of two lackluster seasons under Hugh Freeze begins to sink in. While Freeze has done an incredible job bringing in talent to The Plains, a vision can only be sold […]

U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) has been named the new Chairman of the Subcommittee on Environment, under the U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce. Palmer and the committee will address matters related to soil, air, noise, and water contamination while also focusing on emergency environmental response. “I’m pleased to have the opportunity to chair […]

With the Independence Day holiday now in our rearview mirror, it’s just another sign of how close we are to college football making a highly anticipated return on Saturdays. In the SEC, there are a ton of both new and old faces ready to take on prominent roles this season — and of course — […]

When Jabari Peoples was shot by police, the Homewood Police said they wanted the parents to see the video of the event.It never happened, and now the investigative body handling the case is now making excuses for not releasing the video.This is not good enough; these videos need to be released far quicker, and it should be mandated by law.

State Rep. Troy Stubbs (R-Wetumpka) officially announced his campaign for re-election to the Alabama House of Representatives on Tuesday. Stubbs was first elected in 2022 on a platform of preserving conservative principles and promoting government that works for the people of Elmore County, according to a campaign announcement today. Since taking office, Stubbs has been […]

On Tuesday morning, State Sen. Tom Butler announced formally that he will not seek re-election in 2026. Butler was joined by fellow lawmakers, local officials, and longtime friends who gathered to honor his decades-long Alabama legislative career. “This is a sad day – and a happy day,” Butler (R-Madison) said. “Sad for me, happy for […]

Former Alabama Supreme Court Justice Jay Mitchell has picked up the endorsement of the Electric Cooperatives of Alabama’s political action committee in his bid to become the state’s next attorney general in 2026. As the political arm of the Alabama Rural Electric Association of Cooperatives, the PAC made the announcement Monday. “Jay Mitchell is a […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry outlined the schedule of SEC Media Days on the horizon! The duo had to emphasize the storylines surrounding Auburn head coach Hugh Freeze, who will appear alongside heavyweight programs like Alabama and Georgia. The hosts noted that Freeze may avoid some heat thanks to media […]