Alabama Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter said he will continue to fight to protect women's rights in the Legislature.

Other lawmakers targeted include Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas), Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), and Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.). 

The Associated Builders and Contractors of Alabama (ABC of Alabama) announced their endorsement this week of Caroleene Dobson in her bid to become the state's newest congressional representative.

The Alabama Crimson Tide is getting ready to host the Missouri Tigers for homecoming in a game that like every game for the remainder of the regular season if the team wants to make the College Football Playoff is a must win. Coming off two losses in the last three games and no convincing performances […]

The Alabama Republican Party is committing to a "Contract with Alabama." In a new list of goals released on Thursday, the party laid out its plan to improve the quality of life for residents in the state just weeks ahead of the 2024 Presidential election.

The City of Homewood’s former finance director has pleaded guilty to three counts of wire fraud after allegedly embezzling close to $1 million in city funds. According to federal documents, Robert Winston Burgett of Helena, stole about $950,000 between May 2023 and March 2024. He was originally arrested in early April of this year by […]

Every accusation a Democrat makes is a confession. 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.

Dr. Scott Harris, Alabama’s State Health Officer, has been named president of the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO), the group announced Wednesday. Harris will serve as the 82nd president of the national nonprofit, which represents public health agencies across the United States. ASTHO, which advocates for public health policies and supports the […]

The Alabama Crimson Tide is going through a challenging transition from Nick Saban to new head coach Kalen DeBoer. After the first offseason of the new era went about as well as it possibly could have in terms of recruiting, and everyone seemingly starting to get on the same page, it simply has not translated […]

In this week’s episode of the Yellowhammer Sports Podcast, host CJ Duncan welcomes longtime sports media legend John Longshore. Before diving into Saturday’s games, John reflects on his unexpected start in broadcasting, his 32-year radio career, and his powerful experience coaching youth sports. The duo analyzes the Crimson Tide’s current struggles, particularly quarterback Jalen Milroe’s […]

After talking politics in an interview this morning, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville was put to several interesting questions on a topic he also has strong expertise in: Coaching. Tuberville took stock of how several college football coaches are fairing at this point in the season on “The Dale Jackson Show” on WVNN. Tuberville addressed the […]

Governor Kay Ivey announced today that the Renewal of Alabama Commission has allocated over $7.2 million in new Growing Alabama funding to four economic development organizations across the state, accelerating the development of industrial and agricultural center sites. These funds are designed to boost site readiness, a critical factor in attracting new industries and supporting […]

As momentum is clearly in former President Donald Trump, some people are suggesting a landslide is possible, it is now time for a couple of October surprises to make the media cycle before being debunked

A Montgomery Circuit Judge has appointed a retired circuit judge to be a mediator in the debate on who will be allowed to grow and sell medical cannabis in the Yellowhammer State.

Over the past year, numerous Alabama communities have had the chance to delve into the rich history of the Poarch Creek Indians through community screenings of The Forgotten Creeks, an Emmy Award-winning documentary. The film has resonated with both adults and school-aged children, offering a poignant look at the Tribe’s perseverance and the efforts that […]

Since the Alabama Supreme Court’s decision, in vitro fertilization (IVF) has been at the center of political conversation in Alabama and nationally. A lot has been said about IVF, but everyone should agree that it is about bringing new life into the world. At its core, IVF is about giving people struggling with infertility the ability […]

The Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association coordinated a trip for female members of the Alabama Legislature to experience the third annual Airing of the Quilts and visit the Black Belt Treasures Cultural Arts Center in Camden. Five legislators, all House members – Marilyn Lands of Huntsville; Tashina Morris of Montgomery, and three members of the Baldwin County delegation […]

Alabama Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter is already looking forward to what issues he expects lawmakers to address next year. 

A Baldwin County man has won a $2 million jackpot from the Triple 777 Scratch-Off game, the Florida Lottery announced. 49-year-old Jeremy Smith of Lillian purchased the winning ticket from the CEFCO Convenience Store (5330 Gulf Breeze Parkway) in Gulf Breeze and chose to receive his payout in one lump-sum of of $1,280,000.00 after taxes […]

Taking note of the TVA's vital role in providing energy to the region, U.S. Rep. Dale Strong toured three sites this week to get a first-hand look. The stops are part of Strong's efforts to ensure that TVA’s infrastructure is maintained and able to meet the rising demand of consumers in the area.

Senate President Pro Tem Greg Reed (R-Jasper) announced the promotion of Harrison Adams to a new post on Wednesday. Reed tapped Adams to serve as his Director of Policy and Communications. Adams has served as Communications Director in Reed’s office for more than a year. “Harrison has done an outstanding job in the role of […]

Democrats have no respect for the electorate

The Saban Center, a cutting-edge, forthcoming educational campus that integrates STEM and the arts, has announced an exciting partnership with Stillman College in Tuscaloosa to ‘enhance and promote STEM and arts education throughout Alabama. Stillman becomes the third educational institution along with Shelton State Community College and The University of Alabama to join with the […]

When a stroke hits, time is of the essence. The longer the time to treatment, the longer brain cells are deprived of oxygen and the higher the risk for poor outcomes, including disability and death. The University of Alabama at Birmingham and Alabama Department of Public Health have launched a new system aimed at improving Alabama’s stroke […]