7. U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) continues to raise alarms about the widespread prescription of drugs, such as Ritalin and Adderall, to children, attributing it to an increasing trend of chemical dependency in young Americans. He expressed concern over the potential long-term consequences of such medications and suggested that mental health challenges often stem from home environments and the addictive nature of technology and social media. Tuberville emphasized the importance of addressing these issues without defaulting to medication, warning that the current path could worsen dependency and mental health problems nationwide.
6. With President Donald Trump serving his second term, people are already speculating about the 2028 presidential election and gambling on it, too. Vice President JD Vance is currently considered the most likely candidate to win, according to betting platforms. Democrat Govs. Gavin Newsom of California and Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania are also seen as strong contenders, along with other well-known figures such as former First Lady Michelle Obama, Donald Trump Jr., and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. Less traditional candidates, including Ivanka Trump and U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.), add further variety to the mix of possible contenders long before most people would care.
5. About them eggs, the bird flu outbreak, which has killed over 145 million birds since 2022, continues to devastate the poultry industry, forcing farmers to cull entire flocks and driving egg prices to double their 2023 summer levels, with organic and cage-free varieties even more expensive. Despite farmers’ increased biosecurity efforts, the virus persists due to its transmission by migratory birds and its ability to infect dairy cattle, creating further opportunities for spread. With egg supplies strained and demand surging as Easter approaches, consumers face soaring prices, limited availability, and rationing in some stores, highlighting the challenges of controlling the outbreak and stabilizing the market.
3. The Alabama House Republican Caucus introduced its 2025 “Alabama Values” agenda, outlining priorities including job creation, border security, election integrity, and support for active military personnel and veterans. The plan also focuses on enhancing public safety, expanding educational opportunities, and continuing the state’s pro-life stance, while pushing back against “woke” policies and federal influence. The caucus plans to detail specific bills aligned with these values throughout the legislative session, highlighting its commitment to conservative principles.
2. Mobile County Sheriff Paul Burch has committed to aiding ICE in its intensified immigration enforcement efforts in Alabama under President Trump, offering jail space, transport vans, and personnel to support the agency’s operation. While the focus is on undocumented individuals with criminal records, Burch noted that others present during enforcement actions may be detained as well, reflecting a broader scope of arrests. Complaints from the media and their Democrats (and some privileged pop stars) seem to be falling on deaf ears amongst the American people who support these deportations..
1. In the first week of President Donald Trump’s second term, illegal crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border have plummeted to fewer than 600 daily encounters, a stark reduction compared to the 1,200–1,400 daily crossings at the end of the Biden administration. The Del Rio sector, which previously saw over 4,000 daily crossings during the height of the 2023 border crisis, recorded only 60 crossings Sunday. Trump’s immediate declaration of a national emergency at the border and promises to return millions of undocumented immigrants signal a renewed focus on aggressive immigration enforcement. Additionally, Congress is working on the immigration issue with Alabama U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) is introducing a bill to start building the border wall.
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Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN and from 10-11 a.m. on Talk 99.5 and News Radio 1440, with a rebroadcast on WVNN at 10 p.m.
