The Arkansas Razorbacks defeated the Murray State Racers on Monday afternoon to stay alive in the College World Series and advance for a chance to face off against LSU in a rematch of their first game on Tuesday. Not only was the victory a massive win for the program and for the SEC as a […]

We’re done with the days of Alabama being overlooked in discussions of national economic vitality. It’s taken decades of regional cooperation, ingenuity and soft diplomacy, but a new era has emerged across the state as more and more industries are planting their flag in Alabama’s rich red soil. We’re all aware of the stereotypes about […]

As he walks the floor of the 2025 Paris Air Show, Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson isn’t just attending another industry event — he’s closing a remarkable chapter in the city’s global aerospace journey. This year marks his final European air show as mayor, and it comes at a moment of both pride and reflection. Mayor Stimpson […]

The Alabama Department of Education has announced that students are earning higher scores in reading, with some caveats. Regardless, it seems pretty clear that the Alabama Literacy Act is working, and other legislation should follow its roadmap that holds kids back who fail. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk […]

A Georgia-based real estate investment firm is crediting Huntsville’s fundamentals and a new federal presence as key drivers of growth in the region. To that end, DDB Capital Fund said it is increasing its commitment to North Alabama, even as many national developers and institutional capital sources pull back amid market uncertainty. In its latest blog post from […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, Barry opened with a recap of Jalen Williams’ 40-point performance that propelled the Oklahoma City Thunder to a crucial NBA Finals win, putting them one victory away from a championship. The show also highlighted a historic no-hitter by Arkansas’ Gage Wood in the College World Series against Murray […]

Jared Hudson, a former Navy SEAL and current CEO of Covenant Rescue Group, spoke with Yellowhammer News about the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran and how people from Alabama are directly involved in humanitarian relief efforts on the ground. Hudson confirmed he has previously worked in Israel, primarily in humanitarian aid but also in […]

The College World Series always produced some of the best soundbites of the year, and this edition in Omaha has been no exception. On Sunday afternoon, the Louisville Cardinals, a team making their first trip to Omaha since 2019 and seeking their first title, were facing elimination after dropping a game on Friday night against […]

Alabama’s public schools made measurable academic progress during the 2024 school year, with gains in third-grade reading proficiency, graduation rates, and college and career readiness. State education leaders say the upward trends signal that recent investments and reforms are having an impact, though achievement gaps persist in some districts. According to data released by the […]

Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin has officially joined the growing list of Alabama leaders stepping up—and cooling down—for mental health awareness as part of the Ice Bucket Challenge launched by Longleaf Recovery & Wellness. The initiative, which began earlier this spring, has already seen figures such as meteorologist James Spann and Longleaf leaders participate in the […]

Sloss Tech 2025 is set to return to downtown Birmingham from June 25–27, expanding to a three-day format for the first time in its history. Organizers are billing this year’s event as the Southeast’s most comprehensive technology and innovation experience, with more than 1,000 attendees expected to join in Birmingham’s historic theatre district. The conference […]

Too many of these people, “on both sides,” pretend that they know what is going on in Minnesota; they are lying. Some of them will undoubtedly be right, but they don’t know. Remember this when they start declaring things they have no idea about in the future . Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer […]

7. Mobile County Sheriff Paul Burch stated that a man punched at a “No Kings” rally was not a victim, as he threw liquid at a counter-protester; now the people who planned the event are engaging in a new “50 Days of Shame” national campaign targeting Trump supporters. 6. Alabama’s U.S. House Republicans backed President […]

Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen has announced that his office is expected to cut $2 million in wasteful spending by the end of his current term. Allen noted that the significant drop reflects a commitment made to Alabamians during his first days as secretary. “When I was inaugurated as Alabama’s Secretary of State, I […]

If you watch the news, all you see is chaos in the State of California, and there is a lot of that to be sure. However, God is moving powerfully in the largest state in the Union, and I have witnessed some of these things first hand. Revival is taking place around the globe, and […]

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced a nationwide $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma and its owners Monday.

The Alabama Department of Environmental Management will soon be operating under new leadership after a recent vote from the agency’s seven-member commission.   According to the department, the group has elected Edward Poolos, a former agency employee for 25 years to the role. Poolos currently serves as the Deputy Commissioner of the Alabama Department of […]

College basketball season feels like it’s a lifetime away, but it won’t be long before the best conference in the nation is hitting the hardwood once again this November. In the last several years, one of the most looked forward to events of the season in terms of SEC basketball is their matchups on the […]

The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees today officially named Peter Mohler, PhD, former Interim President of Ohio State University, as the 30th President of the University of Alabama, following the announced retirement of longtime President Dr. Stuart R. Bell, who will step down this July after a decade of leadership. Dr. Bell, who became the […]

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong recently attended the White House picnic and had a chance to speak directly to President Donald Trump about Space Command’s expected relocation to Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. In a clip posted to social media, Trump can be seen telling Strong (R-Huntsville) that the move is imminent and that he ‘is […]

Britt is condemning political violence in response to the political assassination against Minnesota State Rep. Melissa Hortman.

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) said he was "proud to stand with President Trump" and vote for the measure.

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, Barry McKnight hosts solo for John Longshore, opening the week with a spirited recap of JJ Spaun’s improbable U.S. Open victory, including a 65-foot birdie putt that capped a triumphant run at Oakmont Country Club. McKnight and guest Josh Harris lauded Spaun’s relatable grind, contrasting it with country […]

Tiffany McIntyre has officially entered the race for the Homewood City Council Ward 1 seat releasing her official announcement. “I grew up in West Homewood and I have always loved our great community. Even while living in places all across the country as an Army spouse, I always knew Homewood was where I wanted to […]