Thinking about selling your home in Alabama? You might want to give summer a closer look. While spring usually gets all the attention in the real estate world, summer has its own unique perks—especially here in Alabama, where welcoming neighborhoods, top-notch schools, and a love for outdoor living make this season a sweet spot for […]

Former Senate Majority Whip Rusty Glover has picked up a key endorsement from the Alabama Farmers Federation in his bid to return to the state legislature after an almost eight-year hiatus. The Mobile native is running for the Senate District 34 seat, the same office he held prior to stepping away in 2018. Glover previously […]

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern have unveiled a definitive merger agreement to create America’s first transcontinental railroad.  The two freight rail giants will combine coast‑to‑coast operations into a unified 50,000‑mile network spanning 43 states. The new system will connect approximately 100 ports, access 10 international interchanges, and serve nearly every corner of North America. Combined, […]

As technology continues to shape how we live, connect, and communicate, it also gives scammers more tools to exploit–especially when it comes to targeting older adults. Whether it’s a phone call from a fake grandchild or personal data quietly collected through smart home devices, elder fraud is evolving. Staying informed is one of the best […]

As disturbing details continue to emerge in the Bibb County child sex abuse case, some local residents are reassessing troubling situations they witnessed in the past—wondering if they were unknowingly connected to the now-unfolding investigation. One former Bibb County teacher believes that may be the case. In an interview with ABC 33/40 , the educator, […]

A trial date has been officially set for March 2, 2026 in the capital murder case of Ibraheem Yazeed, the man accused of abducting and killing 19-year-old Aniah Blanchard.  According to WRBL, jury selection is scheduled to begin at the Municipal Complex in Tuskegee, a location chosen for its ability to accommodate a large jury […]

7. A number of scary headlines around potential disasters hit yesterday, after a 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula triggered tsunami alerts for Hawaii and Alaska; additionally, experts are warning of a 2032 event where an asteroid is on a path toward the moon, if a collision takes place, it could send meteor showers […]

UAB Hospital has once again been named the top hospital in both Alabama and the Birmingham metro area, according to the 2025-26 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings released Tuesday. This marks the 12th consecutive year the hospital has received the No. 1 ranking in the state. “Being recognized as the top hospital […]

YHN Media Group is proud to honor Alabama changemakers once again through the 2025 Women of Impact Awards. Now in its seventh year, Women of Impact has become one of Alabama’s most anticipated celebrations of leadership, service, and transformative influence.  The award recognizes twenty extraordinary women from across business, government, nonprofit, and civic life. These […]

Let us return to those great sounds of yesteryear, when music played a major part of our lives. “We’re goin’ hoppin’ (hop),“We’re goin’ hoppin’ today.“Where things are poppin’ (pop),“The HudsonAlpha way.“We’re gonna drop in (drop),“On all the projects they have“At the HudsonAlpha Bandstand … (With apologies to Barry Manilow and “American Bandstand”) Dr. Neil Lamb, […]

The 908th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron teamed with Mass Virtual last month to begin the first scans that will create extended reality training aids for the MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. Mass Virtual is an aircraft XR training company contracted by the Air Force to provide virtual reality training aids via the Integrated Technology Platform. Extended reality is an […]

U.S. Senator Katie Britt recently joined the Vice President of the National Federation of Republican Women, Judy Barlow, for a discussion focused on the positive impact of the One, Big Beautiful Bill on everyday Americans and the country as a whole. From ensuring border security and combat readiness to unleashing domestic energy and cutting taxes, […]

In light of the horrific child sex abuse case uncovered recently in Bibb County, two state lawmakers are renewing an effort to make Alabama among the first in the nation to allow the death penalty for child rapists. State Rep. Matt Simpson (R-Daphne) and State Sen. April Weaver (R-Brierfield) are expected to reintroduce legislation that […]

A 3-year-old child lost his life after a reckless Alabama Department of Human Resources employee left them in a vehicle while running personal errands. Are DHR employees allowed to do this? Should DHR employees be taking the kids in their care to tobacco shops? Was it really just a tobacco shop? What was the employee […]

OWA Parks & Resort has announced the opening of several businesses in Downtown OWA, accompanied by the appointment of a new team leader tasked with supporting business development at the entertainment district. New businesses recently opened in Downtown OWA include Aura Adventures, Neon Rebellion, Jon Smith Subs, and Bikini Blini Bakery. The additions contribute to […]

Spire Inc., Alabama’s largest natural gas provider, is growing again. This time, with a major move into Tennessee. The company announced Tuesday it will acquire the Tennessee operations of Piedmont Natural Gas from Duke Energy in a $2.48 billion deal. Spire already serves more than 1.7 million homes and businesses across Alabama, Missouri and Mississippi. […]

The Alabama Farmers Federation has formally endorsed State Sen. Chris Elliott (R-Josephine) in his re-election bid for State Senate District  32, which covers much of Baldwin County. His local Federation officials pointed to Elliott’s “strong work ethic” and consistency on conservative issues important to local farmers. “Sen. Elliott is as hard working as anyone in the Legislature,” […]

Alabamians are devastated and in shock over the recent discovery of a hidden bunker in Bibb County used to house horrendous sex abuse crimes against children. In response, local residents are turning to faith and community for strength, gathering at multiple prayer vigils to support the victims. The abuse reportedly began as early as 2022 […]

The Auburn Tigers are hoping to ignite some new life this season in the third year under Hugh Freeze with by far the best roster they’ve had in a long time. If they are going to be able to do that and at the minimum secure their first winning season in five years, Freeze is […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, preseason football quickly approaches, and hosts Longshore and McKnight tackled the weight of college sports expectations. Barry and John debated the merit of Final Four banners and 10-win seasons, with McKnight arguing that anything short of a national championship feels hollow, calling it “a colossal waste of time,” […]

Calhoun County will soon offer a safe haven for homeless animals through the planned purchase of the OneWorld Pet Resort and boarding facility. The County Commission recently announced its intent to buy the 38-acre property for $2 million and convert it into a community animal shelter and adoption center. The acquisition is expected to significantly […]

Whether you cheer for the Tide or the Tigers, getting to the game itself has just become more convenient. College football fans planning to follow Alabama and Auburn on the road this season will have new nonstop travel options, thanks to added flights from airlines serving Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM). The expanded service is aimed […]

7. U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) is being touted as the future of the Democrat Party after a piece in The Atlantic praising her style, but Crockett attempted to suppress the article after the author went to other Democrats, who are not impressed. 6. Governor-elect Coach U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) outlined a governing philosophy […]

A group of children in Sumter County will sleep a little more soundly this school year, thanks to the generosity of individuals and organizations both in Sumter County and beyond. Supporters in the rural west Alabama community have launched a new initiative to provide beds to children who don’t have one of their own. The […]