On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry open the show reacting to the lack of national and local sports coverage as teams head to San Antonio for the Final Four. They poke fun at media outlets focusing more on all-time football rankings than on Auburn’s historic run, and celebrate the Tigers’ second […]

Growing up in a small town is a way of life for many Alabamians. I had the privilege of being raised in a rural community. I attended a small high school, I knew all the students in the grades above and below me. Going to a small school allowed me to participate in almost every […]

As activist federal judges continue to block the Trump Administration’s America First agenda, Republican lawmakers in Washington, D.C., are searching for a way around the ongoing judicial overreach. On Tuesday, a group of elected officials, including U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville and Katie Britt, filed legislation limiting federal court orders to parties directly before the court. […]

America received some great news last year when the federal government reported that youth tobacco usage was at historic lows. Keeping young people away from tobacco has long been a government priority, but when it comes to cigarettes the focus should now be on helping adult smokers to quit.  More than 28 million adult Americans continue […]

Tariffs are here and U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) praised President Donald Trump’s tariff strategy with “Liberation Day” upon us, claiming it’s a justified response to countries that have drained American jobs and wealth

The Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation selected four University of Alabama students as Goldwater Scholars for 2025-2026. UA led all Southeastern Conference universities with the most students selected for awards and was the only SEC university to have all four of its nominees selected this year.

With the expected increase in the cost of purchasing new cars and the potential rise in the value of used cars, protecting your car's exterior appearance is more important than ever.

As part of Autism Awareness Month, the Helena Police Department is taking proactive steps to better serve and support individuals with autism in the community.

AlaTrade Foods, an employee-owned poultry processing company based in Alabama, has announced the layoff of 165 employees at its Phenix City facility. The layoff process began on March 2, according to a notice filed with the Alabama Department of Commerce, and was reported on March 28.

The Auburn Tigers are in the midst of the most successful basketball season in the history of the school, advancing to just their second-ever Final Four after winning the SEC regular season title during the best year for the conference in its own history. When Auburn takes on the Florida Gators on Saturday evening in […]

President Trump is expected to announced his new tariff program Wednesday and is calling it "Liberation Day."

The Alabama House of Representatives passed HB376 on Tuesday, a measure that would double the minimum lifespan of motor vehicle license plate designs from five to 10 years.  Sponsored by State Rep. Russell Bedsole (R-Alabaster), HB376 seeks to amend Sections 32-6-62 and 32-6-64 of the Alabama Code to extend the required redesign period for license […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, our hosts John and Barry start off with a frustrated discussion about the Atlanta Braves’ 0–5 start to the MLB season, capped by an 80-game suspension for new left fielder Jurickson Profar. The hosts, clearly rattled, mock win probability stats, lament the team’s lack of offense, and even […]

Marshall is calling on the the administration to close a loophole in the law that is used by drug traffickers to flood fentanyl into the U.S.

The Alabama House General Fund Budget Committee gave favorable reports Tuesday to a series of budget bills, including HB186, the state’s General Fund budget for fiscal year 2026.  HB186 is the main spending bill for non-education state services, covering a broad range of agencies from the Department of Corrections and Medicaid to mental health and […]

With the goal of preparing students for an increasingly tech-oriented future, the Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering has partnered with the State Department of Education to develop a first-of-its-kind artificial intelligence course curriculum designed for public schools across the Yellowhammer State.

Former Decatur Police Officer Mac Marquette will now face trial for murder after a Morgan County judge ruled he did not act in self-defense when shooting Stephen Perkins in September of 2023.

No one knows who will benefit from Trump's auto tariffs

During a historic year for basketball in the state of Alabama, with successful seasons from a host of college teams, there's also a new, lesser-known program on the rise.

A proposed change to truck weight regulations is expected to be voted on by members of the Alabama Senate on Tuesday. According to the state’s logging industry, the proposal will solve a longstanding inefficiency for the drivers and businesses hauling the loads, as well as ultimately, the consumer. SB110 by State Sen. Jack Williams (R-Wilmer) […]

State Sen. Arthur Orr is speaking out on a gambling bill that is being “shopped around” the state Legislature. “There’s one being shopped that has been assembled and put together and the senators are reading it, looking at it,” said Orr (R-Decatur). “It won’t start in the House this year. If it starts, it’s going to start in the Senate.

The Associated Press is reporting that a federal judge has ruled that Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is not allowed to prosecute individuals or organizations aiding women leaving the state to obtain abortions.

It’s no secret that Alabama ranks among the worst states in the nation for chronic illness, including diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. These aren’t just statistics—they’re real struggles for working families, seniors, and small-town communities. Given that reality, one would think that access to affordable, life-saving medications would be a top priority for our state. […]

The runoff election for the Tuscaloosa City Council District 1 seat has taken a dramatic turn in recent days. Security footage obtained by Tuscaloosa Patch shows current District 1 Councilor Matthew Wilson kicking over a campaign sign belonging to his opponent, Joe Eatmon.