Over the weekend, the Alabama Republican Party steering committee dismissed a residency-based ballot challenge targeting former party chairman John Wahl’s 2026 Republican campaign for lieutenant governor, ending, for now, two separate party fights that had threatened to sideline Wahl and U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) from qualifying for the May 19 primary election over residency […]

The countdown for NASA’s Artemis II wet dress rehearsal was paused late Monday night at Kennedy Space Center with just minutes remaining before the simulated launch countdown, before ultimately concluding early Tuesday morning. Following the two-day rehearsal, NASA announced it will move the mission’s earliest launch opportunity to March. Huntsville plays a central role in […]

The Alabama Rural Roadmap Initiative was created during the 2025 legislative session to develop a coordinated plan for revitalizing the state’s rural communities. Operating under the Alabama Growth Alliance, a public-private partnership established by the Legislature. At Yellowhammer News’ annual Legislative Preview event last week, Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman) outlined what rural […]

Across Alabama, criminals are exploiting a growing gap in consumer protection—and families are paying the price. Cryptocurrency kiosks, often called “crypto ATMs,” are increasingly being used by scammers to steal hard-earned money from unsuspecting Alabamians. House Bill 303, the Cryptocurrency Kiosk Fraud Prevention Act, offers a commonsense solution. Alabama lawmakers should act quickly and pass […]

7. Alabama’s federal candidates reported Q4 fundraising numbers, with U.S Senate candidate and U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise), and every incumbent Congressman leading their races by large margins, with the exception of former congressman Jerry Carl. 6. Governor Kay Ivey called for increased penalties for eluding law enforcement, backing HB37 and SB233 to elevate the […]

Governor Kay Ivey wants the Alabama Legislature to send a strong message to deter criminals across the Yellowhammer State from trying to elude the police. “Government at all levels should always prioritize public safety. And we can thank the men and women in blue for enforcing our laws,” Ivey said during her state of the […]

When state officials talk about jobs and keeping Alabama economically competitive, the word “workforce” is no longer just a slogan. Alabama’s top leaders detailed those efforts last Tuesday evening at Yellowhammer News’ annual Legislative Preview event, featuring remarks from Workforce Secretary Greg Reed and a Q&A with House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville) and Senate President […]

More than 500 schools across Alabama have been designated Semiquincentennial Schools, according to an announcement from the USA Alabama Semiquincentennial Commission and American Village. The designation includes public, private, parochial, and home schools that have met program standards tied to the upcoming 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. The Semiquincentennial School program […]

It is always important for high school students to start thinking about transitioning to the next step after graduation. For those who want to continue their education, dual enrollment with the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) can give students a competitive advantage over their peers.  How it works  By utilizing the dual enrollment program, you […]

As the 2026 Legislative Session evolves, it is apparent that this year’s annual session will be short and sweet. That is par for the course in an election year session. This is election year and all 105 House Seats, and all 35 Senate Seats are up for election. Therefore, it is an inherent historical reality […]

All data drawn from the Federal Elections Commission campaign finance database:  Grayson Everett is the editor in chief of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270.

One of the leading conservative advocacy groups in the Yellowhammer State has changed their stance on a piece of legislation that is facing major pushback from far-left environmental groups that often show up to meddle in Alabama energy policy. Earlier this session, Eagle Forum of Alabama originally urged lawmakers to vote ‘No’ against the “Sound […]

Even though gambling is mostly illegal in the state of Alabama, I was able to bet and win $500 on the government shutdown, which is insane. On the same site, you can bet on everything from the Grammys to the words Trump will use this week to the North Alabama women’s basketball game. This is […]

State Rep. Greg Barnes (R-Jasper) wants to create a powerful deterrent in Alabama against activists who might think it’s a good idea to disrupt worship services as a protest. The state lawmaker has introduced HB363 to make disrupting a worship service a crime under Alabama law. A first offense is classified as a Class C […]

Over the weekend, the Alabama Republican Party dismissed a ballot challenge questioning whether U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) meets Alabama’s seven-year residency requirement to run for governor in 2026, closing out a short, rules-driven review process that unfolded as candidates qualified for the May primary. According to reports shared with Yellowhammer News, the Alabama Republican […]

Montgomery TechLab is building on growing momentum in Alabama’s defense and technology sectors with the launch of the second cohort of its MTL Defense Accelerator, welcoming five early-stage companies focused on dual-use technologies ranging from artificial intelligence to cybersecurity, advanced materials, autonomy, and energy infrastructure. Announced Jan. 21, the eight-week accelerator is designed to help […]

Former Auburn Tigers head coach Gus Malzahn is hanging up the whistle. After 35 years in coaching, the current Florida State Seminoles offensive coordinator announced his retirement on Monday morning via social media, saying that it’s simply time for him to step away from coaching. https://x.com/CoachGusMalzahn/status/2018337384044098003 Malzahn took the time to thank his family, administrators, […]

Last week, Alabama Port Authority Director and CEO Doug Otto announced his executive leadership team, assembled to support the next phase of the Port’s growth and to strengthen its role in driving statewide economic development. “As the Port grows in scale and responsibility, it’s essential that we have a leadership structure that is aligned, forward-looking, […]

U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) are lauding the U.S. Department of Justice for arresting former CNN anchor Don Lemon. Lemon was arrested Friday for his part in a recent protest by left-wing activists during a church service in Minneapolis. The justice department charged Lemon and three others with civil rights crimes […]

Alabama head coach Nate Oats was right when he said the NCAA’s eligibility system is broken. And the Charles Bediako situation is the latest example of how college basketball has become trapped in a rulebook full of contradictions, gray areas, and selective outrage.  I’m an old school guy, and I don’t love the idea of […]

7. President Donald Trump warned Iran against pursuing a nuclear program that could lead to U.S. attack and regional war, while Khamenei responded with signs that he is open to talk; Governor-elect National Championship-winning Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) hinted at a preemptive strike against Iran, stating the armada is on the way. 6. […]

A fatal police chase involving Priceville officer Garry Chapman — the son of reality TV star “Dog the Bounty Hunter” — is now at the center of both a federal lawsuit and a new push in the Alabama Legislature to tighten rules for high-speed pursuits. On the night of September 6, 2025, Chapman attempted to […]

For years, many Americans assumed the greatest threat facing this country came from outside our borders. But unfortunately, thanks to Democrats’ disastrous open border policies, the enemy is now inside the gates. Under Joe Biden, more than 11 MILLION illegal immigrants were welcomed into this country with open arms—and those are just the ones we […]

Four hundred years ago, Charles I was crowned King of England. He became king automatically upon the death of his father, James I, but his coronation was delayed for almost a year. Officially, the delay was attributed to an outbreak of plague which made public gatherings deadly when, in truth, the excuse masked another reality. […]