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Auburn University formally installs its 19th president
Auburn University in Alabama has officially installed its new president.
News outlets report that Steven Leath was installed as the university's 19th president Thursday.
He was...
Gov. Ivey honored at ‘Women of Impact’ event — Remembers Alabama’s first female governor Lurleen Wallace
HOOVER – Thursday at the 2018 “Women of Impact” event held at the Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort and Spa, Yellowhammer News honored...
Sheriff: 4 children exposed to meth by 3 adults in Alabama
Authorities say four children ranging from 2 months to 3 years old tested positive for methamphetamines after being exposed to drugs by three adults...
Alabama legislative session ends: Wrapping up the good, bad & ugly
The Alabama House of Representatives on Thursday gaveled out the 2018 legislative session — a session that was “among the most successful in recent...
Final passage for bill to close drunk driving loophole in Alabama
Stricter regulations will be imposed on drunk drivers in Alabama — a bill to close a loophole in state law passed a final vote...
Alabama lawmakers end session with tensions, eye on elections
Alabama lawmakers had vowed to steer clear of controversy this legislative session. They found it anyway.
Lawmakers adjourned the 2018 session Thursday afternoon following last-minute...
Birmingham ranked the 6th best place to celebrate Easter
If you're hunting for a great place to celebrate Easter, you will find few better than Birmingham, Alabama, according to an analysis by WalletHub.
The...
Commissioning date announced for Alabama-built combat ship
A U.S. Navy combat ship named for New Hampshire's largest city will be commissioned on May 26.
Democratic U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, the official sponsor...
Al Sharpton’s half brother challenges capital murder charge
The Rev. Al Sharpton's half brother faces a capital murder charge in Alabama, and he's challenging that charge in court.
Dothan Police Chief Steve Parrish...
Alabama Police fatally shoot woman driving car dragging officer
Authorities say a police officer in Alabama has fatally shot a woman driving a car that was dragging another officer.
Montgomery police Capt. Regina Duckett...
Racial profiling bill dies in Alabama Legislature
Alabama lawmakers moved to end the legislative session without a final vote on a bill to collect data on race and traffic stops.
House Speaker...
Alabama lawmakers stretch out session amid tensions, stalemates
Alabama lawmakers stretched out the legislative session as tensions and disagreements on Wednesday derailed what they hoped would be their final meeting day.
Legislators abandoned...
Divided Alabama Senate approves ethics exemption
A divided Alabama Senate has voted to exempt economic developers from the state law that governs lobbyists.
The 15-14 vote on Wednesday came after contentious...
Racial profiling bill stalls again in Alabama House
The Alabama House of Representatives did not vote Wednesday on legislation to track race data in traffic stops, further stalling a bill that is...
Florida teen accused of threatening Alabama school shooting
A Florida teenager is accused of threatening a school shooting in Alabama.
Fort Payne Police Chief Randy Bynum tells news outlets that 19-year-old Anthony Kessler...
Al Sharpton’s half-brother challenges capital murder charge in Alabama
The Rev. Al Sharpton's half-brother faces a capital murder charge in Alabama, and he's challenging that charge in court.
Dothan Police Chief Steve Parrish said...
Sheriff: Alabama high school teacher was drunk in class
Authorities say an Alabama high school teacher was jailed for being drunk in class.
Limestone County Sheriff's Office spokesman Stephen Young tells news outlets that...
Alabama lawmakers head to end of legislative session
Alabama lawmakers are heading into what could be the last day of the 2018 legislative session.
Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh said lawmakers will...
Alabama’s highest earners benefit most from tax code changes
Alabama’s highest-earning families are benefiting the most from the sweeping changes in the tax code that go into effect this year.
The state’s highest earners...
Federal charges against Alabama man accused in child porn video case
A man arrested in Alabama and accused of producing a viral child porn video has been charged in federal court.
News outlets report prosecutors announced...
Attorney: Alabama won’t try again after aborted execution
Alabama will not make a second attempt to put to death an ailing inmate who had his lethal injection halted last month when the...
Alabama QB Tagovailoa back throwing in practice after injury
Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is back throwing in practice.
Tagovailoa made some throws and handoffs Tuesday after injuring a finger on his left, throwing hand...
2 friends of missing Alabama man accused in his death
Two friends of a man who was reported missing have been charged with murder after his body was found buried in the yard of...
Divided Alabama Senate delays vote on ethics exemption
A divided Alabama Senate delayed a vote on a proposal to exempt economic developers from the state law that governs lobbyists.
Senators on Tuesday postponed...