In recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, U.S. Senator Katie Britt is urging women across the United States to talk to their healthcare providers, get regular screenings, and set up a comprehensive treatment plan if necessary. “As rates of breast cancer continue to rise in younger women, the importance of regular screening cannot be […]

The Alabama Crimson Tide’s victory over the Georgia Bulldogs last weekend was one of the most talked about regular season football games in years, and it had the viewership to back that fact up. Evidently, smack talk about the matchup made its way into NFL locker rooms amongst former players from both teams. One quarterback […]

Over the past year, numerous Alabama communities have had the chance to delve into the rich history of the Poarch Creek Indians through community screenings of The Forgotten Creeks, an Emmy Award-winning documentary. The film has resonated with both adults and school-aged children, offering a poignant look at the Tribe’s perseverance and the efforts that […]

 Porn blockers are a good thing, weirdos don’t like them.   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.  

Some of Alabama’s political leaders are reacting to news that the Biden-Harris administration spent Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funds to help illegal immigrants. According to reporting from the Federalist, FEMA allocated nearly $364 million in the fiscal year 2023 and $650 million for the 2024 fiscal year towards humanitarian initiatives for illegal immigrants. U.S. Rep. […]

According to data from the Alabama Commission on Higher Education, university dual enrollment in the state has increased by 2.4% since last year while community college dual enrollment rose by 12.7% during the same time frame. Currently, the fastest-growing academic institutions in the state are a mix of technical and community colleges and also traditional […]

The NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, better known as March Madness, will make its return to the Magic City in 2028 when Legacy Arena in the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex hosts first and second round games. https://x.com/SEC/status/1841551287273312760 “The Southeastern Conference will be proud to host the 2028 NCAA Men’s Basketball First and Second Rounds and bring the […]

U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer criticized the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) under the Biden-Harris administration for its latest lawsuit against the State of Alabama. The DOJ announced last week they’re suing Alabama and Secretary of State Wes Allen for removing more than 3,000 names from its list of registered voters in a purge of non-citizens […]

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New analysis is warning Alabamians that the decision of the International Longshoreman’s Association to strike could affect families and businesses in Birmingham and across the state during the upcoming Holiday season. Ben Meadows, Assistant Professor of Economics at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, told WBRC 6 that if the dock workers strike has a […]

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 […]

In a Thursday morning debate hosted by the Montgomery Chamber of Commerce and WSFA 12 News, Republican Caroleene Dobson and Democrat Shomari Figures clashed over health care, the economy, and U.S. foreign policy now just over 30 days until the 2024 general election.  Dobson, a real estate lawyer and political newcomer, harped on the failures […]

A Montgomery man is preparing to break his own record for the most free throws made in a 24-hour period. His record currently stands at an impressive 20,500 shots. Matt Bostic, president of The Life House in Alabama, a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing the high rates of re-incarceration among those in the criminal justice […]

As the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) begins its first strike since 1977, fierce criticism of the union leadership’s decision to orchestrate a mass walkout has grown across the country. Elected officials from both parties have urged the union to end the strike, with many expressing anger over its timing as the nation struggles with high […]



As a neurologist, I have the privilege of helping patients manage complex diseases like multiple sclerosis (MS)—a condition that can cause lasting damage to nerves, affecting vision, balance, mobility and cognitive function. For my patients, every moment counts. Yet, the single most frustrating obstacle I face in providing timely care is not the disease itself—it’s […]

Kelvin Datcher was officially elected to Alabama House District 52 after defeating Republican Erskine Brown Jr. in Tuesday’s special election to fill the vacancy left by longtime, former State Rep. John Rogers. Datcher garnered 1,124 votes (84%) to Brown’s 218 votes (16%) according to unofficial results from the Alabama Secretary of State’s office. Voter turnout […]

The Alabama Crimson Tide hosted the Georgia Bulldogs on Saturday night in what was billed as the biggest game of the college football season. It certainly delivered on the hype. While high viewership numbers were anticipated, the official figures released by ESPN are staggering. The game peaked at 14.1 million viewers and averaged 12 million, […]

Governor Kay Ivey officially designated October 2024 as Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Month in Alabama in recognition of the state’s 14 HBCUs and their role in shaping Alabama’s educational and economic landscape. “Alabama is home to 14 HBCUs, the highest number of any state, providing exceptional educational opportunities to improve the lives of […]

Renowned Birmingham photographer David Graves is set to release his highly anticipated coffee table book, “Alabama Faith,” this October. It’s available for pre-order now on Amazon. This exquisite collection showcases the stunning stained glass windows from 75 churches across Alabama, offering a visual journey through the state’s rich history, faith, and artistry. “Alabama Faith” features […]

The Alabama Crimson Tide’s thrilling victory over the Georgia Bulldogs over the weekend provided one of the most incredible plays in the history of Alabama football with Ryan Williams’ game-winning touchdown. There’s not a person who was watching the game whose jaw wasn’t on the floor when the 17-year-old jumped over two defenders to catch […]

After last night’s performance in the 2024 CBS News Vice Presidential Debate, Ohio Senator JD Vance drew unanimous praise from Alabama’s elected officials for his quick work defeating the Governor of Minnesota and Democrat nominee for VP, Tim Walz. Out of the group of lawmakers from the Yellowhammer State, U.S. Senator Katie Britt was perhaps […]

7. Alabama State Rep. Kenneth Paschal (R-Pelham) pushed back on the popular narrative that guns/Glock switches are the cause of Alabama’s inner-city crime problem by explaining, in a column at Yellowhammer News, that violent crime is influenced by various social, economic, and systemic factors, including the breakdown of family structures, economic disparities, and disconnected leadership. […]

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