A temporary income tax exemption on overtime pay officially expired on June 30 after Alabama lawmakers declined to extend it during the legislative session. The policy, first enacted in 2023, aimed to increase workforce participation and provide additional financial support to hourly workers, particularly in industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and public safety. House Bill […]

A new state law regulating the sale of hemp-derived products took effect in Alabama on July 1, following a Montgomery County judge’s denial of a request to delay its implementation. House Bill 445 (HB445), signed into law by Governor Kay Ivey in May, introduces new restrictions on consumable hemp products containing compounds such as delta-8 […]

Sam Bailey Track and Field Stadium at the University of Alabama is home to several world-class student-athletes. UA’s Adapted Athletics para track and field program plans to add to that reputation and forge a legacy of its own. UA’s program joins eight other collegiate para track and field squads in the United States at schools such as Arizona, Illinois, Michigan, and San Diego State. […]

It’s that time of the month again for candidates to file their fundraising and expenditure reports — and the presumptive GOP nominee for Governor of Alabama in 2026 reported another record. According to his campaign on Tuesday, since launching in late May, Coach Tuberville has raised over $4 million dollars. While a monthly report has […]

As you plan your travels to the Gulf Coast this summer, consider making a meaningful stop at the Poarch Creek Indians Museum and Welcome Center in Atmore, Alabama. Located just off I-65 at Exit 54, this inviting destination offers an educational and enriching experience for all visitors—whether you’re on a family road trip, a teacher […]

Auburn’s athletic teams officially donned Nike uniforms Tuesday, ushering in a new era that replaces Under Armour as the Tigers’ outfitter. The agreement between Auburn University and Nike went into effect July 1, and the Tigers took the field for the first time sporting the iconic swoosh. To mark the launch, Auburn released an emotional […]

Since CHOOSE Act applications opened in January, almost 37,000 students in public schools and home education programs across the state have registered to gain access to funding as they look to further quality education on their terms. According to Governor Kay Ivey, as of today, education savings accounts (ESAs) established by the CHOOSE Act are […]

Attorney General Steve Marshall is calling on Ivey to keep the current chair of the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles.

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, Barry McKnight’s recent recognition as Alabama Sportscaster of the Year took center stage! McKnight was honored at the NSMA Awards in Greensboro, North Carolina, where he received the trophy from NBC’s Mike Tirico. The show also marked a pivotal date for college athletics, as July 1 ushered in […]

After diligent work by U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), the One Big Beautiful Bill Act contains major wins for rural health care in Alabama. The Senate amended the reconciliation legislation to create the Rural Health Transformation Program, a nationwide fund of $50 billion to be distributed across Fiscal Years 2026-2030. Half […]

The Tennessee Valley Authority is asking the public to comment on a draft Environmental Assessment for a proposed Colbert County solar project. TVA’s Spring Valley Solar Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is posted for review at www.tva.com/nepa. TVA has entered into a power purchase agreement with Spring Valley, a wholly owned subsidiary of Urban Grid, to […]

EA Sports found itself at the center of the college football media news cycle last year when the gaming giant announced the release of the first licensed college football video game in over a decade, College Football 25. One year later after the massively successful release of the game, EA is preparing to drop not […]

Following the bombing of the Iranian uranium enrichment site in Iran by U.S. forces last week, Air Force Gen. Dan Caine said Iranians attacked American forces at nearby Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. And there, he said, the joint force defended as it was trained to do. Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of […]

The Opelika Industrial Development Authority has been awarded a SEEDS grant, part of Gov. Kay Ivey’s initiative to enhance industrial site readiness across Alabama. The funding is included in the $23.5 million in SEEDS grants allocated by the State Industrial Development Authority to boost economic growth and attract new businesses to the state. “This SEEDS grant represents a strategic investment […]

A Jasper entrepreneur known for his ‘results-driven approach’ to business has officially picked up the endorsement of the Alabama Trucking Association in a bid for public office. Dustin Beaty, a conservative Republican and lifelong resident of Walker County, first announced his candidacy for the Alabama House of Representatives District 13 seat in mid-May. RELATED: Susan […]

President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” continues to fight its way through the U.S. Senate

With the Fourth of July upon Alabamians and Americans alike coming up this weekend, residents around the state are getting into the holiday spirit. One patriotic Trussville resident took his love for America a step further in the final days leading up to Independence Day. In a video shared on social media by Alabama icon […]

Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl is leaving the door open to possibly run for the U.S. Senate in Alabama. 

A well known progressive non-profit in Alabama is lobbying hard against President Donald Trump's tax and spending package.

Over the weekend, the Miss Alabama pageant was held in Birmingham at Samford University, and it was a local who walked away with the crown. In a  competition of 13 semifinalists and 42 total contestants, Emma Terry — previously known as Miss Hoover — was named Miss Alabama and will represent the Yellowhammer State at […]

Law enforcement members and firefighters from around the world have gathered this week in Birmingham for an international competition featuring some of the most skilled and talented first responders in the field. One of the world’s largest multi-sport events, the annual World Police and Fire Games has brought over 8,500 competitors from over 70 countries […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John Longshore tackles it without Barry McKnight, who is out to receive the Alabama Broadcaster of the Year award in North Carolina! John helms the show with Warren Sr. Catch live episodes of Longshore and McKnight daily on YouTube, Spotify, and on Yellowhammer News🎙️🔊 Recruiting also took center […]

If you’re hitting the road for the Fourth of July weekend, you can expect a smoother ride — at least on Alabama’s interstates. The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) announced it will pause all temporary lane closures starting at noon on Wednesday, July 3, through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 6, to help keep traffic […]

Tomorrow on July 1, Amtrak is set to announce the official start date, schedule, and fares for its Gulf Coast “Mardi Gras Service,” which will restore passenger rail service between New Orleans and Mobile for the first time since 2005. Amtrak Vice President Nicole Bucich and Southern Rail Commission Chairman Knox Ross will hold news conferences […]