When former President Donald Trump was announced at the Alabama Crimson Tide’s home matchup against the Georgia Bulldogs last Saturday, the crowd of more than 100,000 college football fans erupted into cheers and chants of “U-S-A, U-S-A.” However, just one month before the big game, Trump was not scheduled to make it to Tuscaloosa. “About […]

7. Vice President Kamala Harris has yet to hold an official press conference as the Democratic nominee, despite increasing her media appearances through interviews and campaign events. Critics argue that Harris is avoiding accountability by relying on selective interviews while staying largely inaccessible to the press, as seen in her recent response to economic policy […]

Members of Alabama’s Congressional delegation are showing their support for the state of Israel in the wake of Iran’s missile attack against the Jewish nation. Iran launched close to 200 missiles against Israel Tuesday, in what is being called a “significant escalation” by the regime in Tehran. “U.S. naval destroyers joined Israeli Air Defense units […]

7. Alabama has reaffirmed its status as a business-friendly state, securing the No. 8 spot in Area Development’s 2024 “Top States for Doing Business” report, with top rankings in property tax environment and workforce training. This recognition highlights the state’s commitment to fostering economic growth through favorable policies and strong public-private partnerships. 6. U.S. ports […]

7. A new NBC News/Telemundo/CNBC poll shows Vice President Kamala Harris leading Donald Trump among Latino voters, but the Democratic advantage has declined to its lowest in the last four presidential cycles. Latino voters prioritize the economy and cost of living, giving Trump an edge in these areas, while Harris is preferred on temperament and […]

7. U.S. Reps. Dale Strong (R-Monrovia) and Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) introduced legislation to promote the development of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and micro-reactors, aiming create more power, enhance energy production, and reliability, particularly in the Tennessee Valley. The bill calls for the Department of Energy to build and demonstrate two reactor projects by 2034, with […]

U.S. Sens. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) joined a bipartisan group of senators Monday in putting forward legislation authored by U.S. Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) that would prevent the Mexican government from taking over the Vulcan Port. “I strongly condemn AMLO’s threats against Vulcan,” Hagerty said. “No nation or president, and especially one […]

Former President Donald Trump is confirmed for a return to Bryant-Denny Stadium this Saturday to watch the Alabama Crimson Tide take on the No. 1 Georgia Bulldogs at home. The University of Alabama, the Alabama Republican Party, U.S. Senator Katie Britt, and the Trump campaign itself have each confirmed the visit. “We have been notified […]



7. The International Brotherhood of Teamsters has decided not to endorse a presidential candidate for the 2024 election, signaling a shift in its political strategy. This decision, driven by internal polling showing strong support (59.6%) for Trump among members, is a blow to Democrats, who have traditionally relied on Teamsters’ backing. 6. The most hilarious […]

7. Shomari Figures, Democratic nominee for Alabama’s Secondnd Congressional District, is emphasizing his ties to former President Barack Obama, which Alabama Democrats usually downplay, and his father’s legacy in new campaign ads. Figures’ ad, which ignores President Joe Biden, highlights his experience with the Justice Department and Obama’s administration while promising to focus on affordable […]

U.S. Senators Katie Britt and Ted Cruz today moved for immediate passage of their IVF Protection Act first introduced in May. After Senate Democrats blocked the legislation for a second time, Britt (R-Montgomery) bashed the group for “choosing to spread misinformation rather than fostering hope.” The legislation being pushed by the two lawmakers would ensure […]

7. Caroleene Dobson, the Republican nominee for Alabama’s Second Congressional District, unveiled her first campaign television commercial Friday, focusing on economic issues like high grocery costs and inflation. In the ad, Dobson criticizes Washington insiders for worsening financial burdens and pledges to tackle inflation and reduce cost of living. 6. The University of Alabama has […]

Former President Donald Trump was the target of an assassination attempt Sunday afternoon while golfing at his West Palm Beach club, according to reports from authorities. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is investigating the incident, which involved a suspect armed with an AK-47-style rifle who was apprehended in a neighboring county. Trump was on […]

Former Alabama Crimson Tide and New England Patriots linebacker Wesley Britt joins host CJ Duncan for an episode filled with reflections on coaching transitions, legendary football programs, and growing up in a family environment that makes athletic success possible. Tune in for another great episode of the Yellowhammer Sports Podcast! Also available on Spotify ?️?

7. Schools are being hyper vigilant over threats or appearances of threats of violence, because of this, Foley High School was placed on lockdown Thursday morning after a teacher overheard a student mention something that sounded like a weapon during class transitions. Authorities quickly responded, secured the campus, and later confirmed that no gun or […]

Alabama’s political leaders reacted to the first Presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. The debate was put on by ABC news in Pennsylvania. Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth criticized Harris’ debating “skills.” https://x.com/willainsworthAL/status/1833679468684066844?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1833679468684066844%7Ctwgr%5E723e183d562674c60980c29f029c353aaf374c8e%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2F1819news.com%2Fnews%2Fitem%2Fharris-policies-are-horrible-and-it-turns-out-her-debate-skills-are-as-well-alabama-leaders-praise-trumps-debate-performance Attorney General Steve Marshall believes the better choice should be obvious after the debate. https://x.com/AGSteveMarshall/status/1833702755191644646?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1833702755191644646%7Ctwgr%5E723e183d562674c60980c29f029c353aaf374c8e%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2F1819news.com%2Fnews%2Fitem%2Fharris-policies-are-horrible-and-it-turns-out-her-debate-skills-are-as-well-alabama-leaders-praise-trumps-debate-performance U.S. Rep. […]

In Tuesday night’s presidential debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, when the subject of in vitro fertilization (IVF) came up, Harris falsely accused Trump of denying families access to IVF, a treatment recognized by one-in-four Americans. In response, President Trump referenced the expedient action taken by members of the Alabama […]

Goldman Sachs is expanding its $100 million investment initiative for rural communities, the 10,000 Small Businesses program, to Alabama. At an event last week at Innovation Depot in Birmingham, firm executives alongside U.S. Senator Katie Britt and U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell celebrated the program’s launch — and what it will mean for small business owners […]

Thirteen individuals with ties to Mountain Gateway, a Texas-based Christian missionary organization, were arrested and imprisoned in December of 2023 by the Nicaraguan government. President Daniel Ortega of Nicaragua and the first lady and vice president, Rosario Murillo, accused the organization of using its nonprofit status as a cover to purchase luxury goods, property, and […]

The treatment and costs associated with in vitro fertilization should be mandatorily covered by insurance providers for all recipients, former President Donald Trump said today in the announcement of a new policy position. “I’m announcing today in a major statement that under the Trump administration, your government will pay for, or your insurance company will […]

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) is calling out Vice President Kamala Harris for changing her position on illegal immigration. Earlier this week, Axios reported that Harris “pledges to spend hundreds of millions of dollars on the wall along the southern border.” This is a stark contrast to the candidate’s previous position on the issue as […]

While back in state for August recess, U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt visited with local and regional leaders at an Alabama League of Municipalities (ALM) congressional luncheon last week in Guntersville to offer updates on his work in Washington and solidify partnerships at home.  Aderholt (R-Haleyville) spoke to the importance of being fiscally responsible while collaborating […]

Alabama’s Democratic nominee for the state’s Second Congressional District got to speak on the national stage Thursday night, promoting criticism from Alabama’s two U.S. Senators. Shomari Figures spoke briefly at the Democratic National Convention as he tries to gain more support for his congressional race against Republican nominee Caroleene Dobson in District 2. https://x.com/ShomariFigures/status/1826994295166910654?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1826994295166910654%7Ctwgr%5Ec9996952869d19da254610c73c59729f965bd2b4%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2F1819news.com%2Fnews%2Fitem%2Fdobson-on-figures-dnc-speech-my-opponent-is-truly-out-of-touch “I […]