A bill introduced by U.S. Rep. Dale Strong to strengthen the nation’s defense against bioterrorism was unanimously passed by the U.S. House of Representatives. It was Strong’s third bill this week to be passed by the House and moved to the Senate.

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville continued to fuel speculation about his run for Governor of Alabama in 2026 this morning in an appearance on Longshore & McKnight. Tuberville (R-Auburn) also revealed an interesting detail about his recent visit with former rival-turned friend Nick Saban. RELATED: Tuberville is telling colleagues ‘he wants to run for governor’ in […]

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (R-N.Y.), speaking Wednesday, torpedoed the bill’s chances by refusing the eight Democratic votes needed against a 53-seat GOP majority, weakened by Rand Paul’s (R-KY) fiscal hawk “no," warning of a Friday midnight shutdown unless Republicans back his bipartisan April 11 CR plan

The U.S. Department of Education laid off more than 1,300 staffers on Tuesday, representing nearly half of the agency's workforce. The cuts are part of President Donald Trump's plan to fully shutter the department that has, for the past four years, been at the center of seemingly endless cultural conflicts.

Human trafficking continues to be a significant threat across Alabama, with law enforcement agencies actively working to identify and arrest those involved in these heinous crimes. Recent sting operations in multiple counties have revealed the dangerous extent of the issue and the proactive steps investigators are taking to combat it.

Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q, with two locations in Decatur, has once again been crowned Alabama's best barbecue joint by Southern Living. This marks the second consecutive year that the iconic eatery has claimed the title in the magazine's annual ranking of the South's top barbecue spots.

Alabama's favorite funnyman is back in action! Beloved Birmingham radio personality Bill “Bubba” Bussey has launched his solo podcast, "Bubba on the Lake," and fans are already tuning in to hear what the longtime radio star has to say.

Former Alabama Crimson Tide strength and conditioning coach and Georgia Bulldogs special teams coordinator Scott Cochran has been making headlines since being hired as the head football coach at the University of West Alabama. Last week, Cochran hired two former Alabama players, quarterback Blake Sims and running back Ronnie Clark, to positions on his coaching […]

Whether a government shutdown happens is now up to the U.S. Senate as members decide on whether to support the CR.

U.S. Rep Barry Moore is on a mission to cut wasteful government spending and has put forward a bill that will help in that effort. 

The Trump economy is months old, stop pretending he is responsible for the current state of things. 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 […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, our hosts, John and Barry cover Troy clinching the Sun Belt Tournament title with a 94-81 victory over Arkansas State, earning an automatic NCAA Tournament bid. Coach Scott Cross was praised for key defensive adjustments, helping Troy secure a projected No. 14 seed in Milwaukee. The SEC Tournament […]

Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen has announced that Texas has agreed to become the eighth state in the country to partner with the Alabama Voter Integrity Database. The move will allow Texas and Alabama officials to cross-reference each other's voter files to ensure that no individuals are listed to vote in both states. When a potentially ineligible voter is flagged through the comparison, both states will commence the voter removal process.

Manufacturing is taking off in Huntsville-Limestone County, and GE Aerospace is providing an economic engine to drive the growth. The aircraft engine builder announced plans on Wednesday to invest nearly $1 billion in its U.S. factories and supply chain to strengthen manufacturing and increase the use of innovative new parts and materials needed for the future of flight.

The Minority Leader still isn't buying some of the arguments he's heard against extending the tax cut on overtime pay.

The No. 17-ranked Alabama Crimson Tide baseball program capped off its non-conference slate on Tuesday night with a thrilling victory over in-state rival UAB by a score of 6-3.Entering the top of the ninth in Birmingham, the game was tied up 3-3. It didn't last long, however, as the Tide blasted two home runs.

The Associated Builders and Contractors of Alabama were the recent recipients of a prestigious award at a Las Vegas event hosted by the organization's national chapter. The accolade, the Strategic Plan Chapter Performance Award for 2024-2029, recognized the Yellowhammer State's branch for its membership growth, political advocacy, total human health, and workforce development.

As America's food supply chain and agriculture industry continue to face cyber threats from outside countries, particularly China, lawmakers in Washington, D.C., are looking for ways to protect domestic production and ensure that Americans have consistent access to quality foods.

According to a recent report, a mistrial has been declared in an Oak Grove homicide case that was labeled by many in the community as an act of self-defense. On the night of May 8, 2023, Keith Sullivan shot Greg Bagwell after the latter was found on Sullivan's porch at 2 a.m. in the morning.

Alabama U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) praised Elon Musk’s relentless push through the Department of Government Efficiency to curb “criminal” federal spending, observing Musk’s heightened resolve after meeting him before Kudlow interviews, despite backlash like X hacks and attacks on his car dealerships, which Tuberville linked to Trump’s tariff plans for economic renewal

Southwest Airlines has announced significant changes to its baggage policies, which will impact many passengers starting May 28. While the airline has long been known for offering free checked bags, the new policy will require some customers to pay for their luggage. Now, no airline offers free checked bags to all its customers.

Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker has released the findings of a recent audit of the Hanceville Police Department's evidence room. The audit, conducted by State Bureau of Investigation Agent Jamie King, revealed missing substances, prescription pills, and a firearm.

“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.”This famous quote by Winston Churchill seems to describe one of Huntsville’s heroes, Mr. Harry Dickerson Dobbins, Jr. Mr. Dobbins passed away on February 20, 2025, after living 88 years in service to others.

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville is joining a host of lawmakers across the nation to introduce the “Boosting Innovation, Technology, and Competitiveness through Optimized Investment Nationwide Act” — also known as the BITCOIN Act — in the U.S. Senate. The goal of the legislation is to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve to serve as an additional […]