In recent weeks, many of Alabama's elected officials have come out in staunch opposition to the rising number of Haitian migrants taking residence in rural areas of the state. One federal lawmaker, however, is now being accused of ignoring and even enabling the growing crisis by a well-known conservative media outlet

Alabama’s Republican federal lawmakers are relieved that former President Donald Trump emerged unharmed after a recent assassination attempt while he was golfing in Florida

Former President Donald Trump was the target of an assassination attempt Sunday afternoon while golfing at his West Palm Beach club, according to reports from authorities. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is investigating the incident, which involved a suspect armed with an AK-47-style rifle who was apprehended in a neighboring county. Trump was on […]

The Auburn Tigers have gotten things back on the right track after last week’s disastrous loss that ended in a new starting quarterback this week. Redshirt freshman Hank Brown made his first career start for Auburn and did not disappoint in the Tigers’ 45-19 victory over New Mexico. Brown was on point right out of […]

Co-chairman of the Republican National Committee, Lara Trump, spoke at the Alabama Republican Party's 2024 Summer Dinner in Montgomery on Friday evening. Trump, daughter-in-law to the former President, explained the decision to take the role began with a phone call.

The Alabama Crimson Tide defeated the Wisconsin Badgers on Saturday afternoon in Madison by a score of 42-10 behind a huge performance from quarterback Jalen Milroe. After a shaky effort from both Milroe and the offensive line last Saturday against South Florida, the team did not mess around when it came to their Big Ten […]

Few people in the South would offer a questioning look when asked if they knew of local music legend Hank Williams. Impressively, his music and legacy have lasted throughout the ages and are still known to younger generations of Southerners today. But, where did it all begin and how is he connected to Lake Martin? […]

The path that Greg Lein and Matthew Capps shared with the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) State Parks Division is now diverging. Lein, the State Parks Director for the past 12 years is retiring, and Matthew Capps, former Deputy Director, has been promoted to State Parks Director. While preparing for the National […]

The Alabama Crimson Tide clearly already have a very talented freshman wide receiver on the roster in Ryan Williams. Not only is Williams just a freshman and has caught three touchdowns in the first two games of the season, he is only 17-years old after skipping his senior year of high school and choosing to […]

 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, […]

Former Alabama Crimson Tide and New England Patriots linebacker Wesley Britt joins host CJ Duncan for an episode filled with reflections on coaching transitions, legendary football programs, and growing up in a family environment that makes athletic success possible. Tune in for another great episode of the Yellowhammer Sports Podcast! Also available on Spotify 🎙️🔊

Montgomery’s Old Cloverdale area is about to have fresh appeal thanks to a handful of businesses planning on moving into the neighborhood. Charlie Colvin, President of the Cloverdale-Idlewild Neighborhood Association, offered details to WSFA 12 on the upcoming projects. “They’ll make a combination of new buildings, old buildings,” said Colvin. “They’re going to clean up […]

Reports have emerged that a quarterback change is imminent on The Plains after last week’s home loss to California. According to Justin Hokanson of Auburn On3, Hugh Freeze is giving the nod this week to redshirt freshman Hank Brown and putting Payton Thorne on the bench after his four interception performance last week: https://x.com/_JHokanson/status/1834643936620552407 Brown […]

Caroleene Dobson, the Republican nominee for Alabama's 2nd Congressional District, can now be seen in her first-ever campaign television commercial released Friday.In the ad, Dobson calls attention to the difficulty now being faced by her district due to policies promoted by career politicians, like her opponent in the upcoming election  Shomari Figures.

U.S.  Rep. State Rep. Donna Givens, this week for her work on the state’s Baby Boxes program. In a ceremony Wednesday in Washington, Givens (R-Loxley) was presented the Congressional Angels in Adoption Award. “The test of a great society has always been in how it treats its children,” said Aderholt (R-Haleyville). “A moral society recognizes […]

A new Netflix documentary detailing the forbidden relationship between the assistant director of operations at the Lauderdale County Detention Center, Vicky White, and inmate Casey White is set to be released on September 25.

Senator Tommy Tuberville dispatched a letter to Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas on Thursday expressing his deep frustrations regarding the unchecked flood of foreign nationals into rural communities, particularly of those in Alabama.

In news no one wanted to hear, former Alabama Crimson Tide star and current Miami Dolphins quarterback, Tua Tagovailoa, suffered another concussion during Miami’s Thursday night matchup against the Buffalo Bills. Late in the third quarter, during an already difficult game for Tagovailoa, he attempted to make a play on fourth down. After securing a […]

Former President Trump announced he will not participate in a third debate, declaring victory after his confrontation with Vice President Kamala Harris in Philadelphia

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Lake Martin Life — your new go-to destination for everything happening around the beautiful Lake Martin community. Whether you’re a long-time resident or a first-time visitor, our platform is designed to keep you connected and informed about all things Lake Martin.  Lake Martin Life is working to be […]

Heading into the 2024 season and the first year under Kalen DeBoer, one of the primary concerns for the Alabama football team was the secondary. This concern wasn’t due to a lack of talent, but rather a lack of meaningful experience. After Terrion Arnold and Kool-Aid McKinstry turned pro, new players stepped up. At least […]

The Tennessee Volunteers had been a struggling program for much of the last two decades, and at times, 1998 felt like it was half a century ago. However, since Josh Heupel’s arrival in 2021, the Vols have reclaimed national relevance, bringing an electrifying brand of football to fans in Knoxville. As impressive as the 2022 […]

Back in June, the news of a Mountain Brook teenager losing her an arm and a leg in a shark attack in Florida sent shockwaves throughout the state and nation. Lulu Gribbin and her family have been documenting Lulu’s recovery and videos of well wishes from Alabama icons ever since — and it appears that […]

Mayor of Montgomery Steven Reed has been at odds with the state legislature before over gun violence in Alabama's capital city, but this time it appears more personal. Reed is now directly accusing the state of "failing" to protect Montgomery's citizens.