7. President Donald Trump took credit for the NCAA’s decision to ban transgender athletes from women’s sports, attributing the policy change to his recent executive order and calling it a victory for female athletes. The signing ceremony was attended by U.S. Sens.Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), Katie Britt (R-Montgomery), and Attorney General Steve Marshall. He further announced […]

An alleged massive gun battle took place in Birmingham on Wednesday evening leaving one man dead. Authorities say at least 40 shots from various weapons were fired in the densely populated Kingston community. At approximately 9:40 p.m., police were in the Kingston area when they heard a large amount of gunfire being discharged. South Precinct […]

A fifth-grade teacher at Gilliard Elementary in Mobile recently received one of the highest honors in education, the prestigious Milken Educator Award. Mary Travis was surprised with the award during an assembly, assuming that she was attending a routine school event. Instead, she found herself in the spotlight as state officials, students, and fellow educators […]

Marcus Martin, a 40-year-old Selma resident and gifted musician known for his dedication to his church and community, was tragically killed on January 31, after being struck by gunfire in the parking lot of a Selma Walmart. Martin was sitting in his vehicle when the gunfire erupted between four young men in an unrelated argument. […]

As the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) era has started to take over college sports — it feels like the salaries of prominent coaches have begun to climb in proportion to their top players’ compensation. In a tremendous difference of less than two months, Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day is suddenly looked at […]

On Thursday, the Alabama Senate passed SB70, a proposal establishing the Alabama Veterans Resource Center (AVRC) to streamline services for the state’s more than 400,000 veterans.  If signed into law, a veterans resource center would be created as an umbrella to connect veterans with employment opportunities, healthcare services, education benefits, and mental health resources. A nine-member […]

The Alabama Crimson Tide throughout the year gives out a student-athlete of the week award, naming stars who are getting it done both on the field and in the classroom. This week, freshman sensation wide receiver Ryan Williams of Saraland, Alabama, near Mobile, was among those to be named. Williams was named along with rising […]

On Wednesday, members of the Alabama House State Government Committee advanced legislation that will make sure those who are collecting unemployment benefits are actively looking for work. HB29, introduced by State Rep. Ed Oliver (R-Dadeville), increases the number of prospective employers an unemployed individual must contact for each week of unemployment claimed from three to […]

U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville and Katie Britt have fiercely contested allowing men in women’s sports on both the high school and collegiate levels. In recent years, the practice of permitting biological males to compete against biological females under Title IX has led to injuries and lost opportunities for women across the country. On Wednesday, President […]

Furries are the “+” in LGBTQ+ at the Magic City Acceptance Academy. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN and from 10-11 a.m. on Talk 99.5 and News Radio 1440, with a rebroadcast on WVNN at 10 p.m.

In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry some cover big developments in the world of college athletics! They discuss Auburn’s upcoming clash with Florida, noting the Tigers’ defensive dominance and growing national reputation. Alabama’s matchup with Arkansas, following Arkansas’ win over Texas, also draws attention, as the Tide faces pressure to maintain […]

State Rep. Rex Reynolds (R-Huntsville) has introduced HB202, the Back the Blue Legal Protection Act to expand legal protections for law enforcement officers facing civil lawsuits and criminal prosecution related to their official duties.   The legislation would replace Alabama’s existing peace office officer immunity law with broader civil liability protections, shielding officers from lawsuits unless […]

After several hours of resistance by Democrats, Alabama Senators passed legislation setting forth a clear definition of gender into state law using the terms man, woman, boy, girl, father, mother, male, female — and no others.  SB79 would require that public spaces designate multi-occupancy restrooms, changing rooms, and sleeping quarters for exclusive use by either […]

Montgomery Police Chief James Graboys and Mayor Steven Reed provided an update on public safety efforts in the city during a news conference focusing on the fight against illegal firearms. Several confiscated guns were on display, with officials noting that they represented just 4% of the firearms seized by Montgomery police in 2024. “In 2024, […]

Jackson Hospital & Clinic will remain open with “uninterrupted service” after receiving a debtor in possession (DIP) loan. The hospital recently defaulted on roughly $60 million worth of municipal bonds, declared bankruptcy, and faced closure. But on Thursday, it was announced that Jackson Healthcare and its parent company, Jackson Investment Group, will keep the hospital’s […]

Yellowhammer News is excited to welcome Grace Heim to the news team as a state and political reporter. She is a senior at Auburn University majoring in political science and minoring in English and currently works at the Assistant Sports Editor for Auburn’s student newspaper The Plainsman.  With a background in covering everything from politics […]

“Good things come to those who wait” is a famous quote that seems appropriate for the upcoming move scheduled for the Alabama Department of Revenue. It has taken four years to prepare the newly constructed $130 million Centennial Hill Building for occupancy, but it’s almost ready to house over 700 state employees. The new building, […]

U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt has worked diligently for years to improve the United States Postal Service. The government organization that has been criticized by many, on both the left and the right, is responsible for delivering millions of packages and pieces of mail across the country every day. According to Aderholt (R-Haleyville), the USPS in […]

Global steel giant ArcelorMittal will invest $1.2 billion to build a cutting-edge electrical steel manufacturing facility in Alabama and create 200 permanent jobs in Mobile. Set to begin construction later this year and set to open in 2027, the future facility will produce up to 150,000 metric tons of non-grain-oriented electrical steel (NOES) every year. […]

7. Lawmakers are pushing forward with legislation to ban cellphones in K-12 classrooms throughout the state after Gov. Kay Ivey supported the initiative in her State of the State address. The concern is bipartisan and is highlighting concerns over student distraction and the negative impact of social media on student well-being. If passed, House Bill 166 and […]

Alabama families relying on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are increasingly vulnerable to Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) fraud. According to the Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR), more than $5 million has been stolen from Alabama SNAP recipients over the past few months. Unfortunately, federal reimbursement for stolen benefits ended on December 20, 2024, […]

The future of the Guantanamo Bay Detention Camp was left uncertain after the Biden Administration worked for four years to transfer or release the vast majority of its inmates. Now, with Biden out of office and President Donald Trump back in the White House, the prison is set to once again play a role in […]

Three individuals, including the victim’s father, have pleaded guilty in connection with the drug overdose death of a 26-year-old man, who died on March 27, 2023, at a home on Laura Drive in Jasper. Authorities determined that Landon Tyler Rader’s death resulted from the “forced ingestion” of drugs and the failure of those involved to […]

In an effort to drive innovation, strengthen the defense sector, and fuel regional growth, the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Montgomery TechLab (MTL) and Treble One.  The Chamber announced the launch of the innovative Defense Accelerator, set to begin this summer. This cutting-edge initiative will solidify the region’s position as a hub […]