The Alabama Crimson Tide and Auburn Tigers have become two of the best basketball programs in the entire country led by two of the most successful coaches in all of college sports, Nate Oats and Bruce Pearl. However, Oats and Pearl would be the first to tell you that they couldn’t accomplish what they have […]

The 2025 World Police & Fire Games are set to make a grand return to the United States, bringing together thousands of first responders from around the world for an exciting showcase of athleticism and camaraderie. Organized by the California Police Athletic Federation, the highly anticipated event will take place in Birmingham from June 27 […]

The Alabama House of Representatives has passed a bill requiring post-election audits for county and statewide general elections, a measure supporters say will strengthen election integrity across the state.  HB30, known as the Alabama Post-Election Audit Act, mandates that probate judges in each county conduct audits after every general election to verify the accuracy of […]

7. Space Command Headquarters will be leaving Colorado and heading to its permanent home in Alabama, according to U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Monrovia) who says it will happen after meeting with President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance and strongly believes Huntsville’s Redstone Arsenal will soon be named the final home of U.S. Space […]

Alabama law enforcement agencies have partnered with Othram, a pioneering forensic DNA laboratory, to assist in the resolution of cold cases across the state through cutting-edge technology. By integrating laboratory science, software, and specialized processes, Othram provides law enforcement agencies with the tools to overcome challenging forensic DNA barriers, leading to the closure of cases […]

Ahead of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration has named Kim and Larry Lewis, owners of PROJECTXYZ Inc. in Huntsville, as the Alabama Small Business Persons of the Year. The announcement was made as the SBA announced the 2025 the nationally recognized Small Business Person of the Year award winners from each state, […]

U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) believes it’s time to stop the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) from operating police outposts inside the U.S. Aderholt announced his support as an original cosponsor of legislation introduced by Representatives Ashley Hinson (R-Iowa) and Senator Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) aimed at expelling illegal CCP police outposts operating within the United States. […]

To get its first-ever NCAA Tournament win, Troy will have to go through a program with 132 of them. In its first March Madness appearance since 2017, the Trojans men’s basketball team (23-10, 13-5 Sun Belt) will take on the Kentucky Wildcats (22-11, 10-8 SEC) on March 21st at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. “This […]

With spring break just around the corner, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is rolling out its fifth annual “Think Smart Before You Start” campaign, urging residents and visitors to prioritize safety during the busy travel season. As thousands of students and families hit the roads and beaches, ALEA is stepping up its presence across […]

Today is the 15th legislative day of the 2025 regular session, which marks the halfway point allowed by the Alabama Constitution, and while much work still awaits us, the Senate has already approved several significant measures designed to make an already great state even better.   It is my first session as Senate president pro […]

The Alabama Conservation Advisory Board recently voted unanimously to approve the state Marine Resources Division’s (MRD) proposal to expand the state’s 2025 red snapper season.   The changes should be great news for those who love to fish for Alabama’s signature saltwater species. State and federal waters will open to private and state-licensed charter vessel anglers for red […]

State Rep. Susan DuBose (R-Hoover) is defending legislation she introduced that would require each local board of education to adopt a policy allowing elective credit to students who are released from the classroom to attend religious instruction during the school day. “Parents want a faith based opportunity for their children,” DuBose said Tuesday on WVNN. […]

The Alabama House of Representatives has passed a series of tax cut bills introduced by State Rep. Danny Garrett (R-Trussville), aiming to provide financial relief to residents by reducing taxes on groceries, retirement income and state income taxes.  “Today we have the opportunity to reduce taxes on just about everyone in the state of Alabama,” […]

The leader of Alabama’s Republican Party is skeptical that there will be any kind of successful effort to block a potential gubernatorial bid by U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) based on a residency issue. According to multiple reports, Tuberville has been showing a strong interest in running for Governor of Alabama in 2026 instead of […]

The Alabama Crimson Tide reached new heights last season under head coach Nate Oats, making its first-ever Final Four appearance in program history with an epic March run that saw them go where they have never been. Things did not end perfectly with a rather decisive loss against the Connecticut Huskies, who would go on […]

Do NOT let police have access to your security cameras. 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.

Secretary of the Department of Workforce Greg Reed recently visited the Academy of Craft Training in Birmingham. Secretary Reed praised the work being done by ACT and ABC of Alabama, saying, “Growing skilled trades in Alabama will be vital to our state’s workforce efforts. ABC of Alabama is truly a team player, and they play […]

I didn’t always know what career path I wanted to take, but I knew I needed a strong foundation to get there. Bevill State Community College gave me that foundation—first as a student and now as an instructor. My journey is a testament to how Alabama’s community colleges are the workforce solution for our state, […]

Longtime Hoover Police Chief Nick Derzis has officially announced his candidacy for mayor, challenging incumbent Frank Brocato in the city’s upcoming municipal election. Derzis, who has led the Hoover Police Department for two decades, made his announcement Monday in front of a vacant storefront, using the setting to highlight his concerns about the city’s economic […]

The Auburn men’s basketball team has had a historic season this year that included earning a regular season title in arguably the best conference in all of college basketball. Additionally, Bruce Pearl was named the SEC Coach of the Year, but when it comes to how a team is remembered, it all comes down to […]

After firing more than 500 rounds in 11 matches throughout the week, an Alabama National Guard team and a first sergeant from the U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence (AVCOE) claimed the top team and individual champion titles at the 2025 U.S. Army Small Arms Championships at Fort Benning, Georgia March 9-15. The overall champion […]

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong said he feels confident Space Command will finally move to Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville. In an interview with 256 Today, Strong (R-Monrovia) said he recently met with President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance in the Oval Office. “I’m bullish on Space Command. I believe that,” Strong said. “I had a […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, the guys chat with Big Blue Nation’s Dick Gabriel, who gives the Kentucky perspective—fans are optimistic but still side-eyeing head coach Mark Pope’s postseason history. With point guard Lamont Butler back, Kentucky looks stronger, but Troy’s fast-paced, aggressive style could make things interesting. Meanwhile, Auburn and Alabama’s March […]

Once seemingly National Invitation Tournament-bound, the South Alabama men’s basketball team has instead seen its season come to an abrupt end. The Jaguars (21-11, 13-5 Sun Belt) are coming off their most successful campaign in over a decade. USA won 21 games and shared the Sun Belt regular season league title for the first time […]