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No. 1 Alabama put an end to the Group of Five experiment on Friday, beating No. 4 Cincinnati 27-6 at the Cotton Bowl in Texas to punch a ticket to the National Championship Game.

Flowers: We lost some good ones in 2021

As has been my custom for 18 years, I like for my yearend column to be a remembrance of Alabama political figures who have passed away during the year. We lost some good ones this year. We lost our oldest past governor, John Patterson in June. Governor Patterson passed away at age 99 at his […]

It may seem counterintuitive to folks who live up north and out west, but Southerners believe the best way to ensure a bounty of luck and money through the coming year is to start it off with a humble meal. A pot of greens and their potlikker, a little seasoning pork, a mess of field […]

Since coming to the Dothan's WTVY in December 1997, Reginald Jones had become a recognizable face among viewers of broadcast television in the Wiregrass and northern Florida.

Yaffee's COVID adventure

So this past week it finally happened. I caught COVID. I don’t know which one for sure I caught, but my educated guess is it was indeed Omicron. I caught it while I was down in Florida for Christmas vacation and was the first one in my family group to catch it. I started feeling […]

Friday's matchup between No. 1 Alabama and No. 4 Cincinnati is a true David and Goliath story for the college football world.

Carl: My first year in Congress

Next Monday marks exactly one year since I was sworn in to represent Alabama’s First District in the 117th Congress. It’s hard to believe a year has passed by already, but I’m proud of the work we’ve done this past year, and I am excited to continue serving in 2022. Although serving in a Democrat-controlled […]

State Rep. Tracy Estes (R-Winfield), during an appearance on Mobile radio FM Talk 106.5's "The Jeff Poor Show" Thursday, praised first responders for their prompt action and also said there had been no fatalities or serious injuries.

The fate of President Joe Biden's COVID-19 vaccine mandates could soon be forged as the U.S. Supreme Court is set to take up the controversial decrees.

This weekend’s college football TV schedule

For a printable version, click here. Pro tip: Save the image below to your phone for quick and easy access all weekend. (Note: All times are Central) Zack Shaw is a contributing writer for Yellowhammer News and former walk-on for the Auburn Tigers. You can contact him by email: zack@yellowhammernews.com or on Twitter @z_m_shaw Hayden […]

The Alabama Legislature's website next week will have a new and improved look, providing the public with easier navigation and access to more information.

10 ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Alabama

When it comes to ringing in the new year, Alabama may not have a giant ball drop or thousands of people crowding into Times Square, but we certainly know how to celebrate. With parties and events happening across the state, from the Magic City to the Rocket City, the shores of the Gulf and beyond, here are the best ways to usher in 2022 in Alabama.

The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs announced that Gov. Kay Ivey had awarded $6.8 million in grants to support organizations that serve victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Both Auburn University and the University of Alabama at Birmingham have announced that they will be requiring masks for all students and staff, no matter what their vaccination status is.

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U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl (R-Mobile) credited his colleague U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Saks) for leading the way on the legislation as the ranking Republican on the House Armed Services Committee.

Former Alabama Democratic Party chairwoman and Secretary of State Nancy Worley died Wednesday morning at age 70.

Auburn University in an email notified students, faculty and staff that it will be reinstating mandatory face coverings for all individuals regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status.

MSNBC host Nicolle Wallace and her panel spent a segment outraged that anyone would say, "Let's go, Brandon" directly to President Joe Biden.

The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs announced that Gov. Kay Ivey had awarded $3.8 million in grants to support organizations that assist victims of crime across the state.

U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby (R-AL), who served with Reid in both chambers of Congress, on Wednesday reacted to the death of his longtime colleague.

While the Omicron variant is expected to lead to fewer deaths and hospitalizations, at this point, the rules being followed by hospitals and other employers are sidelining personnel and creating staffing issues across the board.

Fort Payne-based Artemis Shielding, a veteran-owned and operated radiation shielding manufacturer, is working to remove toxic lead from shielding materials in various industries.

Over the last few years, there has been a skyrocketing increase in drug overdose deaths in America.

Ed Packard, administrator of elections for the Alabama Secretary of State's Office, on Monday announced his candidacy to become the state's chief election official.