The Mobile Airport Authority (MAA) announced today that a $2 million grant from Alabama’s SEEDS (Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy) program will be instrumental in its plans to expand Brookley Aeroplex and boost economic opportunities for the Mobile area. The SEEDS funding allowed MAA to purchase 272 acres from the Mobile Housing Authority, earmarked for light […]

The LSU Tigers hosting the Alabama Crimson Tide is going to bring some very special guests, including the return of a live tiger mascot to the LSU sideline for the first time in a game since 2015 when the previous tiger, Mike VI, became resistant to getting into the trailer cage. Mike VII took over […]

Business leaders from across Alabama and Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth announced on Wednesday that a new entity, the Alabama Aerospace and Defense Council, has been established to catalyze the growth of aerospace and defense industries in the state. “Alabama is the aerospace and defense capital of the world, but we need to adopt a 67 […]

The University of Alabama presented its first-ever drone light show for fans attending Friday night’s pep rally and bonfire. Oohs and ahhs were heard from the large crowd on the Quad that night, but during the day, a few select students were amazed at the hands-on experience they were presented with. Learn more about what […]

Missouri narrowly voted ‘Yes’ on Amendment 2 in the November 5, 2024 general election, which will now make sports wagering legal in the state. It is reportedly going to be available no later than December 1, 2025. The margin for the amendment’s passing was incredibly thin after nearly three million votes were cast; it was […]

As we approach Veterans Day this Monday, we are reminded of the profound sacrifices made by millions of men and women who have served our nation in both war and peace. This day serves as both a time for reflection and gratitude and as an opportunity to address the pressing mental health needs of our […]

7. Cliff Sims, a key player in Trump’s transition team, is helping manage personnel for the upcoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance, as reported by Punchbowl News. An Alabama native and founder of Yellowhammer News, Sims has close ties to Donald Trump Jr. and was actively involved in the 2024 […]

Video published by WAFF 48 News in Huntsville showed a clear picture of an altercation that occurred at a popular Huntsville nightclub and led up to an eventual shooting. According to a news report also from WAFF over the previous weekend, 31-year-old Kelan Deshaune Lucky was the lone arrest from the incident and was charged […]

First reported by Punchbowl News, Cliff Sims, “is playing an integral role in the Trump transition effort,” for the forthcoming administration of President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. According to sources close to the transition team, Sims is helping lead the personnel component of the transition. Sims, an Alabama native from the Wiregrass, […]

U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) believes Americans are ready for the change that the new Republican majority will bring to the U.S. Senate next year — a flip that Britt fought hard to make happen. “America is ready for a change,” Britt said this week. “The want secure borders, they want stable prices, they want […]

Workers at the Amazon fulfillment center in Bessemer will once again be voting on whether to unionize after a administrative law judge said the company committed several violations leading up to the vote in 2022. The 87-page ruling was in reaction to a complaint filed by the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union (RWDSU) after […]

Trump wins. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN, Talk 99.5, and News Radio 1440 from 10-11 a.m., and on Talk Radio 103.9 FM/730AM WUMP from 3-4 p.m.

Ten state-of-the-art driving and forklift simulators will now be available for students at Ingram State Technical College. The new equipment will be used by those pursuing a Class “A” or Class “B” commercial driver’s license and/or those in forklift training programs at the school. The simulators have been made available by the Alabama Department of […]

John and Barry are joined by Jason Caldwell from Auburn Undercover and Rodney Orr from Tider Insider to talk though what’s happening and what’s in store next for sports fans. Available now on YouTube and Spotify 🎙️🔊 You can stream the show live from 7 to 9 a.m. every weekday. Lots of Auburn content right from […]

Voters in Jefferson County selected two Democrats to be the next probate judges. Both Yashiba Blanchard and Jameria Johnson Moore are the first black judges ever to be elected to the court. According to unofficial results from the Alabama Secretary of State’s Office, Blanchard picked up 52.9% of the vote to defeat Republican John Amari, […]

The Alabama League of Municipalities hosted its annual graduation and awards ceremonies on October 30, 2024, at Perdido Beach Resort. Over 100 municipal officials graduated or received awards from participating in the Certified Municipal Official (CMO) program. Perry Roquemore Jr., ALM’s third executive director, delivered the commencement address and shared his enthusiasm for the growth […]

Autauga County residents voted against the proposed ad valorem tax increase for education on Tuesday. The increase, meant to stabilize the financial foundation of the county’s school system, would have provided a possible $7 million in additional funding annually to hire local teaching units, support staff, and security personnel, incentivize those going above and beyond, […]

Kalen DeBoer probably didn’t fully know what he was getting himself into when he took the job following Nick Saban at Alabama, coming all the way from the University of Washington. With the roller coaster that the 2024 season has been thus far, DeBoer has seen first hand the highs and lows of a fanbase […]

After a historic victory earlier this week, President-Elect Donald Trump formally began a transition process that will prepare the appointment of roughly 4,000 positions across the federal government, including 1,200 that require U.S. Senate confirmation. As was the case in 2016 for Trump, that U.S. Senate will be under the control of a decisive GOP […]

Family, friends, and colleagues are mourning the unexpected death of Los Angeles News anchor and Alabama native Chauncy Glover. Born and raised in Athens, Glover studied broadcast journalism, music, and theatre at Troy University. The three-time Emmy award winner anchored the evening news at KCAL-TV in Los Angeles. Chauncy Glover was 39 years old. Scott […]

7. Elections have consequences. President-elect Donald Trump decisively won Tuesday’s election over Vice President Kamala Harris, pledging a second administration focused on mass deportations, high tariffs, and appointments of prominent allies. Trump referred to his the second Trump term as the “golden age.” Trump, who campaigned on cultural concerns as much as policy, plans to […]

After President-elect Donald Trump’s presidential campaign victory against Vice President Kamala Harris, the U.S. stock market is booming and along with it shares for bitcoin, according to CNBC. The jump is largely related to Trump’s pledge to make America the “bitcoin superpower of the world.” The former business mogul has said that he plans to establish […]

 New Era Baptist Church has a congregation, they can deal with their pastor how they see fit Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN, Talk 99.5, and News Radio 1440 from 10-11 a.m., and on Talk Radio 103.9 FM/730AM WUMP from […]

Leading up to the 2024 United States Presidential Election, there was – as is usually the case – an extremely varied consensus on what the results were going to be. Since the summer and Vice President Kamala Harris’ installation into the race, the polls have sat at relatively close for the most part. Former President […]