If the travel bug has bitten you, but you only have a weekend to spare, don’t fret–there is an abundance of quick getaways for every type of traveler in our state. Whether you prefer the coziness of a small town, the fresh air of the outdoors, or a rooftop surrounded by city lights, these Alabama […]

Spring is here, and it’s time to take advantage of all the fun activities available in Alabama. Be sure to add these to your entertainment plans and enjoy Alabama. Monster Jam Experience Monster Jam live and become a fan for life with a day of family fun at Protective Stadium on Saturday, March 29. Get […]

Over the past ten years, the following question has been posed to me, “Flowers, why in the world does Alabama not have a lottery, and why can’t we receive the revenue from gambling that every one of our surrounding states and almost every state in America thrives on?”  Over this past decade, I have spoken […]

An arrest has been made following the assault and armed robbery last week of Montgomery businessman Jim Massey III. Last week, news broke that Massey III had been violently assaulted, bound, and robbed at gunpoint at his business – Jim Massey’s Cleaners – in the 500 block of South Street in Montgomery. Massey told WSFA […]

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, Talk […]

A lesser-known name among voters, well known to Alabama political and legal circles, is a presumptive candidate for Attorney General in 2026, according to a flyer obtained by Yellowhammer News this week.  Katherine Robertson, longtime Chief Counsel to current Attorney General Steve Marshall, was also in North Alabama for a speaking engagement with the Marshall […]

The Alabama Crimson Tide made headlines this week when it was announced the program would be going the same way as numerous other schools have and modifying the spring game into more of a practice-like atmosphere. Though it’s incredibly disappointing to fans across the country to do away with a timeless tradition, it’s just another […]

State Sen. Arthur Orr is calling on his colleagues to revisit a statewide lottery proposal during the remaining weeks of the 2025 legislative session – without tying it to a larger gambling expansion. But he reports that is unlikely to be the case. “Well, I know a gaming bill is being worked on, and votes […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry are filming from Stivers Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Prattville and are celebrating Alabama’s explosive Sweet 16 win over BYU, highlighted by an NCAA-record 25 three-pointers and a 34-point performance from Mark Sears. They marvel at Alabama’s dominance and preview their Elite Eight matchup with […]

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong has a firestorm response to critics over his approach to town halls and public meetings. In an interview on WVNN’s “The Dale Jackson Show”, Strong (R-Monrovia) said he was elected to represent North Alabama in Congress – not liberal news outlets or George Soros activist groups. “I’m not going to change […]

The Alabama Crimson Tide men’s basketball program is headed back to the Elite Eight after a historic 113-88 victory over the BYU Cougars. During the course of the game, numerous program and NCAA Tournament records were set. Alabama’s 25 successful three point shots broke the program record of 23 – which it first set against […]

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) thinks the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is largely ineffective and is hoping most of his colleagues in the Senate agree. Tuberville and U.S. Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah) introduced the “Abolish TSA Act,” which would dissolve the bloated TSA under a new Office of Aviation Security Oversight. “The TSA has become […]

Former Tennessee Volunteers head coach and Alabama Crimson Tide defensive coordinator Jeremy Pruitt is suing the NCAA for $100 million in lost wages, alleging a conspiracy between the association and Tennessee, among other explosive claims. Pruitt was fired by Tennessee shortly after the 2020 season after three years leading the program as a result of […]

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) wants the governor of California to take action in protecting women’s sports ahead of the 2028 Summer Olympic Games coming to Los Angeles. Tuberville sent a letter to Gov. Gavin Newsom, encouraging him to work alongside the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to make sure biological men are not allow to […]

7. Alabama U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) and Florida Rep. Kat Cammack (R-Florida) announced the formation of a Republican Women’s Caucus at the White House. President Donald Trump lauded Britt’s influence, including her pivotal advice on IVF policy, stating of himself, “I’m still very proud of it, I don’t care. I’ll be known as the […]

As phone scams across the state continue to rise and become more sophisticated, Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is making sure that the public is aware of the need to practice caution when taking phone calls from unfamiliar numbers. According to Marshall, the scammers victimizing Alabama residents are preying on “fear and urgency.” “If you […]

After serving the Sand Mountain community for more than a century, Flat Rock School will close its doors at the end of the current academic year. The Jackson County Board of Education voted unanimously on Wednesday to close the Pre-K through sixth-grade school, citing financial strain, staffing challenges, and declining enrollment as key reasons for […]

Governor Kay Ivey has announced new statewide policies banning the use of certain artificial intelligence technologies on Alabama’s government networks and devices. The move follows the release of a final report by the Governor’s Generative AI Task Force, which included recommendations to address risks associated with generative artificial intelligence. “Yesterday, my GenAI Task Force released […]

The Alabama House is advancing a bill to reduce the state’s sales tax on groceries from 3% to 2%, effective September 1, 2025. The initiative is part of a broader $192 million tax relief package designed to alleviate financial burdens on Alabama residents.​ Rep. Danny Garrett (R-Trussville), who chairs the House Ways and Means Education […]

 Innovate Alabama is deepening its commitment to fostering innovation and workforce development in rural communities through the launch of two pilot programs: the Alabama Cybersecurity Fellowship and the Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities Program. These initiatives aim to provide hands-on learning experiences that equip students with the skills and industry exposure needed to pursue careers in STEM […]

The No. 2 seed in the East Region of the NCAA Tournament Alabama Crimson Tide has a chance on Thursday evening to advance to just their third Elite Eight in program history but second consecutive appearance. Standing in their way will be the red hot BYU Cougars coming off wins against No. 11 seed VCU […]

The push to legalize more intoxicants will never stop, they really want these tax dollars. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN, Talk 99.5, and News Radio 1440 from 10-11 a.m., and on Talk Radio 103.9 FM/730AM WUMP from 3-4 p.m.

A-Day in Tuscaloosa is a tradition fans across the state look forward to all year round. It’s a time for fans to get into Bryant-Denny Stadium in the spring at no cost to them and their families and get a look at who may be the Crimson Tide stars of the future in a fun […]

After four years, Alabama patients are still waiting for the relief they were promised when the Legislature passed Alabama’s medical cannabis law in 2021. Sadly, the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC), the very commission tasked with keeping the Legislature’s promise to Alabamians, has failed to get medical cannabis to qualified patients.  Let’s review what the […]