57 high school seniors from across Alabama recently received nominations to U.S. service academies courtesy of U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville. Tuberville (R-Auburn), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Personnel for the Senate Armed Services Committee, announced the nominees late last week. It is the Senator’s fourth round of nominations since taking office in 2021. “Our young […]

Following the departure of State Rep. Randall Shedd (R-Fairview) from the Alabama House — for the first time since 2022, the role of House Majority Whip, became open — and on Monday, Majority Leader Scott Stadthagen named 29-year-old freshman State Rep. Brock Colvin to take on the job. Majority Whip is the third highest position […]

7. On this Presidents Day, the 50501 Movement has organized a series of protests across the nation in response to President Donald Trump’s recent executive actions, which include sweeping federal funding cuts and initiatives led by Elon Musk that aim to downsize the federal bureaucracy. By choosing a holiday meant to celebrate the nation’s leaders, protesters […]

Alabama is considered one of the most military friendly states in the nation. We are currently ranked the second-best state for veterans to retire in, and it is our goal to improve that to number one. Alabama is home to more than 400,000 veterans, individuals who have dedicated their lives to serving our nation. Despite […]

The top-ranked Auburn Tigers earned a 94-85 victory in the matchup in Tuscaloosa on Saturday against the No. 2 ranked Alabama Crimson Tide, a game that was billed up as potentially the biggest basketball game in the history of the state. In control for a large portion of the game, Auburn got off to a […]

U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) are vocally reaffirming their support for Marshall Space Flight Center as the future of the Space Launch System (SLS) continues to draw the speculation of national media. “It is no secret China is aggressively advancing their technology and space programs, threatening both U.S. national and economic […]

The Southeastern Livestock Exposition’s (SLE) inaugural Alabama Select Horse Sale is set for March 7-8, 2025, at the Teague Arena, located on the Garrett Coliseum grounds. Sponsored by Trustmark, the event will offer horse enthusiasts an opportunity to connect, buy, and sell quality horses.  SLE President Linwood McClain said the event is shaping up to […]

A new restaurant in downtown Montgomery is creating a buzz by offering locals a taste of Chicago’s most beloved comfort foods. Oliver’s, located on South Court Street, specializes in authentic Windy City favorites such as Vienna Beef hot dogs served in poppy seed buns with traditional garnishes and Italian beef sandwiches topped with sweet or […]

The No. 2 ranked Alabama Crimson Tide is getting set to host the No. 1 ranked Auburn Tigers in Coleman Coliseum on Saturday afternoon in what looks like it could be the biggest matchups between the two in each program’s history. In terms of regular season games, it doesn’t get higher stakes than this. With […]

Earlier this week, a state lawmaker added another wrinkle to the continuing debate over Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) issues in college sports. State Rep. Joe Lovvorn (R-Auburn) filed a bill in the Alabama Legislature that would exempt any compensation earned by student-athletes through the use of their NIL from the state’s individual income tax. […]

A new country song from a Phenix City native celebrating one of President Donald Trump’s recent diplomatic wins has gotten the attention of U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville. Garrett Miles, who has been blind from birth, developed a love for music early on in his life and began to develop his talent through hard work and […]

A newly released public poll from an independent third-party news organization shows a clear favorite in the upcoming Mobile mayoral race. According to a two-day analysis with over 3,600 votes counted, Mobile County Commissioner Connie Hudson holds a significant lead over her fellow competitors with 41% of the vote. “The poll results confirm what supporters […]

When the Alabama Crimson Tide hired Kalen DeBoer to be their next head coach, the former Washington Huskies coach’s life and family were obviously uprooted with a move to Alabama. In a decision that couldn’t have been easy, DeBoer’s eldest daughter Alexis elected to stay in the Pacific Northwest, having committed already to play for […]

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 […]

Alabama business magnate Angus R. Cooper III was elected to the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees in a unanimous vote to represent the First Congressional District. Trustees acclaimed Cooper as a visionary in business, in the state’s economy and workforce, and most importantly, in the continued success of the UA System’s mission. Recently […]

In a small Alabama town of 5,000, something incredible has been happening over the last 50 years. Big Oak Ranch‘s story begins in the early ‘70s with a pivotal decision made by John Croyle, a former defensive end for Bear Bryant at The University of Alabama. Croyle was working at a camp one summer when he […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry, break down the highly anticipated Auburn vs. Alabama basketball showdown, the first-ever No. 1 vs. No. 2 matchup in SEC history! Broadcasting from Washington, D.C., and Jonesboro, Arkansas, they analyze Auburn’s depth and chemistry against Alabama’s offensive speed while emphasizing the importance of home-court advantage […]

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt wants to ensure that all Americans retain access to AM radio in their vehicles. According to Britt (R-Montgomery), AM radio provides invaluable updates and alerts designed to help keep drivers informed of potentially hazardous situations, particularly in rural areas. In a recent move, the Senator helped to introduce the bipartisan AM […]

Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman) thinks it’s time for Alabama to follow the lead of President Donald Trump’s administration when it comes to making government more efficient. Trump has tasked Elon Musk to head the newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) on the federal level. Gudger believes that the concept can be […]

The No. 2 ranked Alabama Crimson Tide are set to host the No. 1 ranked Auburn Tigers tomorrow afternoon in what promises to be the game of the year both in the SEC and all of college basketball. Ahead of the matchup, prominent figures from both schools have offered their thoughts on the game and […]

7. Alabama Athletics Director Greg Byrne has proposed a controversial solution to prevent fans from storming fields and courts after upsets: penalizing the home team with an automatic loss if fans rush the playing area. Byrne cited safety concerns, particularly after incidents involving Alabama’s football and basketball teams, and acknowledged the unpopularity of his idea while […]

Manufacture Alabama has announced the launch of Manufacturing Madness: The Coolest Thing Made in Alabama, a contest celebrating the state’s best manufacturers and their top-of-the-line products. “Alabama’s manufacturers produce some of the most innovative, high-quality products in the world, driving our state’s economy and shaping the future for generations to come,” said Jon Barganier, the […]

Just a month after the inaugural launch of its New Glenn rocket, Jeff Bezos-founded Blue Origin said it is cutting about 10% of its workforce. The layoffs affect roughly 1,400 of the company’s nearly 14,000 employees – mostly concentrated in Florida, Texas and Washington. Blue Origin employs about 350 people in Huntsville but it was […]

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Alabama announced Wednesday that ten men have pleaded guilty in connection with managing a multi-million-dollar illegal sports-betting operation. The defendants, who were part of a sprawling network known as “Red44,” admitted to charges of illegal gambling and money laundering before U.S. District Judge Madeline Haikala. The […]