On a glorious fall afternoon — their favorite time of the year — Louis and Melinda Mapp pull up a pair of rocking chairs on the front porch of their Fairhope home. They sit down to trace a family history that begins with business roots in Mississippi and ends with hospital philanthropy in Alabama. Both […]

The Alabama-based National Carbon Capture Center has completed a successful “first fire” of its new natural gas infrastructure. The event paves the way for the first test runs of carbon capture technologies at the facility using natural gas-derived flue gas. It’s a significant milestone for the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL)-sponsored facility adjacent to […]

An Auburn University researcher has joined with European scientists in an attempt to decipher the disease process caused by one of the world’s most harmful plant pathogens, Xylella fastidiosa. The bacterium’s impact has been nothing short of catastrophic in both the U.S. and Europe. Originating in the Americas, Xylella fastidiosa has caused a crisis in the European Union, where the bacterium […]

For Waymond Jackson Jr. and his family, July 13 was always a sad anniversary. July 13, 1985, was the date his father, Leondras Waymond Jackson Sr., died in a motel swimming pool. For 34 years, Jackson and his mother and sister saw the date pass and it reminded them of loss. Now, the date celebrates […]

A well-trained workforce is essential to the future of Alabama’s economic growth. An Apprenticeship Readiness Program (ARP) kicks off in Mobile on March 1, 2021, to develop building trade skills in the area. The eight-week program, hosted by Bishop State Community College, will expose participants to union crafts and the construction industry before they select a specific career […]

U.S. Senator-elect Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) on Saturday confirmed he will vote to reject certain states' Electoral College votes on January 6.

For 30 days within a period of 105 calendar days, the Alabama State House at 11 South Union Street in Montgomery is the busiest building on Goat Hill as lawmakers, staff, lobbyists, media, tour groups and activists all converge for the annual legislative session. The actual building, constructed in 1963 to serve as offices for […]

The Auburn University School of Nursing has created a commemorative book, featuring stories from some of its alumni who have been on the...

For Ryan Zargo, the chef-owner of Farmhouse of Springville, the idea of local is serious business. It’s personal, too. That’s exactly why...

The University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital has received the 2021 America’s Best Hospitals designation from Women’s Choice Award for the practice areas of obstetrics, orthopedics, heart care, stroke care, cancer care and breast care. These areas were awarded based on the hospital’s outstanding achievement in clinical excellence and patient experience and satisfaction. By appearing […]

What once was the Weeks Bay Reserve Foundation, which has been in existence for 30 years, is now the South Alabama Land Trust (SALT).

Alabama was again dominant in their win over Notre Dame. The Crimson Tide cruised by the Fighting Irish 31-14 in the College Football Playoff semifinal game on Friday. Nick Saban’s squad is now one win away from their sixth National Championship under the historically successful head coach. In Saban’s opening remarks of his post-game press […]

The College Football Playoff will officially be underway at 3:00 p.m. CT. Alabama is not new to the playoffs. They are tied with Clemson for the most playoff appearances, playoff wins and championships in the CFP era. So, needless to say, Bama has been here before and been quite successful along the way. Notre Dame, […]

As is my annual ritual, my yearend column pays tribute to Alabama political legends who have passed away during the year. Sonny Cauthen passed away in Montgomery at age 70. He was the ultimate inside man in Alabama politics.  Sonny was a lobbyist before lobbying was a business.  He kept his cards close to his vest […]

Yellowhammer News is pleased to partner with Our 360 News in presenting a new series: Our Yellowhammer 360. Between a global pandemic, monuments toppling and a heated national election cycle, 2020 saw Alabamians spending a lot of time divided. Our Yellowhammer 360 was created in an effort to bring the people of our great state […]

The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) has launched a new COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Dashboard that will make it easier for the public to find information. The dashboard, which details the number of vaccines shipped to Alabama and dispensed, can be viewed at https://arcg.is/OrCey. The COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Dashboard can also be accessed on the newly […]

In her end-of-the-year address to Alabamians, Gov. Kay Ivey reaffirmed the unprecedented nature of 2020 while expressing optimism for 2021. “Throughout it all, with everyone’s help, our state has found a way to keep pushing forward,” Ivey said. The governor quoted Isaiah 40:31: “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They […]

These are the first suspected CWD-positive cases in white-tailed deer within 25 miles of the Alabama state line.

The Supreme Court of Alabama ruled that a group of Alabama hospitals' lawsuit against opioid manufacturers, distributors and retailers...

One of south Alabama’s oldest conservation groups has changed its name. Weeks Bay Foundation is now South Alabama Land Trust (SALT). Diana Brewer, Development and Communications coordinator for SALT, said planning the name change began two years ago when the board decided the old name did not accurately reflect the organization’s growing geographic concerns for the land […]

Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday signed a proclamation to set special election dates for Alabama House District 73.

State Representative Kirk Hatcher (D-Montgomery) has tested positive for COVID-19, he tweeted on Wednesday evening.

Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin on Wednesday evening announced that he has tested positive for the coronavirus.

U.S. Senator Doug Jones (D-AL) on Wednesday afternoon announced that he is quarantining after his wife tested positive for COVID-19.