As the controversy over Mexico’s seizure of a deep-water port owned by Vulcan Materials continues, legislation has been introduced in the U.S. Senate to impose retaliatory prohibitions to deter and punish any nation in the Western Hemisphere that unlawfully seizes American assets. U.S. Sens. Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville joined Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) and […]

Sweet Grown Alabama Day on Saturday, July 26, celebrates farmers and the state’s freshest fruits, vegetables. and other products. Many farmers markets across the state will hold special events. Sweet Grown Alabama members will offer giveaways, taste tests and discounts, and will share recipes on their social media to highlight the day. Activities vary based […]

Auburn engineers are heading to the beach — not for vacation, but to build a better, more resilient Gulf Coast. Golden shovels turned dirt Thursday morning as the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering broke ground on the Auburn University Gulf Coast Engineering Research Station, a partnership with the city of Orange Beach. The 21,000-square-foot facility, located at 4775 Walker Ave., will span […]

A tragic incident occurred in Birmingham earlier this week when a 3-year-old child was left in a hot car for several hours, resulting in his accidental death. Several news outlets reported that the victim was Keterrius “KJ” Sparks Jr. of Bessemer. At the time of the incident, the child was in the custody of the […]

Funding for several programs in North Alabama has been secured in a Senate appropriations bill, Sen. Katie Britt announced. Britt (R-Montgomery), a member of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, joined her colleagues in advancing the Fiscal Year 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations Act through the Senate Committee on Appropriations. The bill will now […]

The University of Alabama has increased its support for military members through the UA Online Military Tuition Grant. Previously available only to undergraduate students, the grant now includes active-duty graduate students. The tuition grant helps with tuition costs not covered by military tuition assistance. It can cover up to six credit hours per semester and as […]

For the last few years after every Civic Group or Chamber banquet I spoke to, I would typically open the floor for questions, and invariably the most prominent inquiry was who is going to run for Governor in 2026. Alabamians love the Governor’s race. Always have and it stays the same. Also, they seemed to […]

Good news was abundant at the 92nd annual Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo (ADSFR), certified as the largest saltwater fishing tournament in the world. With a low-pressure system threatening to make for a bumpy weekend, the skies around Dauphin Island and in the Gulf cleared and made for a great weekend of fishing. Dr. Sean Powers, […]

There were two major developments on the NIL news front this week and how it impacts the state of college athletics today — something many have become disillusioned with. Several months back, there were reports of President Donald Trump considering passing an executive order and/or forming a commission on college sports to address the growing […]

During SEC Media Days last week in Atlanta, the story that took over the event on the first day was a second-hand rumor about former Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban having interest in returning to coaching. Virtually every coach was asked about it and all week, pundits and insiders debated whether he could […]

The City of Montgomery and Mayor Steven Reed proudly announced on Thursday that they will soon address what they described as one of the top, most pressing requests they receive from constituents: A Ferris wheel. “Many people — both locals and tourists — have told us how great it would be to have an attraction […]

Three attorneys at Butler Snow LLP have been formally sanctioned by U.S. District Judge Anna Manasco of the Northern District of Alabama. The trio of lawyers allegedly submitted ChatGPT-generated case citations in defense of the Alabama Department of Corrections during litigation proceedings. Manasco issued an order condemning the actions of Matthew Reeves, William Cranford, and […]

When will the drama over Jeffrey Epstein and the 2016 election stop? Has Attorney General Steve Marshall already won the U.S. Senate race, and will U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) enter the race? Will more cities join the online sales tax lawsuit to get more of those sweet tax dollars? All this and more on […]

Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger announced Friday that he is strategically reshuffling two of the state’s top legislative staffers ahead of the 2026 election cycle. Tim Howe, who has served as Chief of Staff in the Pro Tem’s office since 2023, will depart the role to lead the incumbent protection program for FORGE […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, the show opened somberly with news of Hulk Hogan’s reported passing following a cardiac incident. John and Barry paid tribute to the wrestling icon, reminiscing about his legacy alongside other legends like Randy “Macho Man” Savage and Ric Flair. While expressing sympathy for fans, they also touched on […]

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is not happy with a recent court decision because he believes it is an attempt to block a lawful executive order by President Donald Trump. The San Francisco-based 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Wednesday that President Trump’s executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship in the U.S. […]

Dr. Will Boyd has officially entered the 2026 Alabama gubernatorial race as a Democratic candidate. Boyd, who resides in both Florence and Hoover, previously ran — and lost — numerous races in recent years. Boyd currently resides in both Florence and Hoover. Originally from South Carolina, he began his professional career in manufacturing management roles […]

7. Teamsters General President Sean O’Brien lauded President Donald Trump’s tariffs, urging focus on excessive CEO compensation instead; meanwhile, Alabama Agriculture Commissioner Rick Pate also agrees that the tariffs and negotiations are helping Alabamians. 6. President Donald Trump signed an executive order named “Save College Sports” to prohibit third-party pay-for-play payments in college sports, protect […]

Auburn University has signed on to a multi-year agreement with Peachtree Entertainment that will annually bring five multi-genre concerts to the campus. According to the school, the events will either be hosted at Jordan-Hare Stadium or Neville Arena. “We are elated to partner with Peachtree Entertainment and Elevate to bring nationally renowned artists and entertainers […]

According to a report by 1819 News, Lisa Taylor Wallace, wife of former Alabama Governor George Wallace, has been released from a Hoover memory care facility following a court hearing that questioned the necessity of her court-ordered guardianship and conservatorship. Jefferson County Probate Judge Yashiba Glenn Blanchard granted Wallace an emergency hearing and, after an […]

With Mobile’s first open-seat mayoral contest in two decades on the horizon, State Rep. Barbara Drummond (D-District 103) is urging her opponents to take part in two televised debates ahead of the August 26 general election, according to multiple news outlets. Drummond’s campaign announced plans to work with local television, radio, and digital news outlets […]

Alabama stands to gain nearly $119.4 million in military funding under the 2026 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies (MilCon-VA) Appropriations Act, a bill championed by U.S. Senator Katie Britt. The legislation, which has advanced out of committee and is expected to be considered by the full Senate this week, includes direct funding for […]

Bibb County Sheriff Jody Wade held a press conference , recorded live on ABC 33/40’s Facebook page, to detail the horrifying findings of a months-long investigation into a child sex trafficking ring that authorities say may have victimized at least 15 children. The abuse, which reportedly began as early as 2022, occurred in a concealed […]

The Alabama Farmers Federation has endorsed Tuscaloosa businessman Norman Crow in the upcoming election for House District 63. John E. Walker IV, Tuscaloosa County Farmers Federation president, is touting Crow’s personal involvement and accomplishments when given presiding positions. “Norman Crow has long been a leader in Tuscaloosa County,” said Walker. “He participates in many aspects […]