Alabama Democrats address GOP-backed gaming legislation
The latest proposal would create a statewide lottery to benefit education and regulate other forms of gambling to benefit the general fund.Story continues
Rain chances increase; strong storms possible Sunday
Gulf Coast alert: Rain chances soar this weekend with isolated showers tonight. Expect scattered showers Saturday and stronger storms Sunday night. A 90% rain...
Alabama’s Dog Chaining Laws: Navigating the Legal and Ethical Landscape
In the heart of Alabama, the issue of dog chaining, a practice that often raises concerns regarding animal welfare, is governed by a combination...
Medicaid Unwinding: Some Alabamians set to lose healthcare coverage
ALABAMA (WHNT) — For the past several years, those receiving Medicaid have been a part of a continuous enrollment period established during the...
Advocate says ADOC is targeting her incarcerated husband
According to an advocate on behalf of incarcerated people in Alabama, Rhonda Averhart, her incarcerated husband is being retaliated against by Alabama Department of...
State Board of Education says schools can ban cell phones, it is beyond time...
Get cell phones out of schools. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays...
Alabama gaming bill could possibly bring casino to DeKalb or Jackson counties
Alabama Community College students could see thousands in scholarships if a newly introduced gaming bill becomes law. House Bill 151 also calls for a...
Heavy rain and storms with possible flooding concerns this weekend
Tonight: will be cloudy with a few showers mainly across north and northwest Alabama. It will be mild with lows in the upper 50s....
Imminent Threat of Destructive Storms This Sunday
A severe threat is expected to develop on Sunday from east Texas extending eastward across Louisiana into southern and central Mississippi, and far southwest...
Alabama Dept. of Corrections continue search for wanted escapee
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Alabama Department of Corrections continues to seek the whereabouts of wanted fugitive escapee, 39-year-old Ricky Lavon Lay. The ADOC...
