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Diego Pavia, Hugh Freeze, Tommy Tuberville Alabama News
CBS's Talty: Hugh Freeze ignored Tommy Tuberville's pleas for Auburn to pursue current Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia

In 2023, New Mexico State University (NMSU), led by then-starting quarterback Diego Pavia, defeated first-year head coach Hugh Freeze's Auburn team 31-10 for one of the biggest upset wins in the program's history.

Michael Godwin, Javorick Whiting Alabama News
Montgomery County district judge declines to raise bond of suspect charged with attempted murder in recent downtown Montgomery shootout

Montgomery County District Judge Michael Godwin on Monday denied a request by the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office to increase the $60,000 bond of one of the four suspects arrested for their alleged involvement in a deadly downtown shootout in Montgomery on October 4.

Brad Presnall Alabama News
Teachers' union spokesman likens AEA-ALGOP relationship to Kim Jong Un-Trump during WVNN radio interview

Just days after his first interview, Brad Presnall, a contracted consultant for the Alabama Education Association, appeared on WVNN's "The Dale Jackson Show" to double down on previous remarks touting the group's newfound conservative bona fides. This time, he shockingly made the comparison between AEA and foreign dictators, Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un. 

Jared Hudson Alabama News
U.S. Sen. Tim Sheehy endorses Jared Hudson for Senate in 2026

U.S. Sen. Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.) endorsed Jared Hudson for the U.S. Senate on Monday.

Auburn basketball guard Tahaad Pettiford Alabama News
5 takeaways from No. 20 Auburn's 95-90 overtime win over Bethune-Cookman

Auburn certainly didn't win any style points on the hardwood on Monday night, but the Tigers held on to narrowly escape Bethune-Cookman in overtime in their season opener at Neville Arena.

Deshler High School Alabama News
Video shows Deshler locker room brawl; Tuscumbia BOE asks to stop sharing

The Tuscumbia Board of Education (BOE) responded Monday after a video showing a fight in the locker room between two football players circulated on social media.

Alabama Basketball Labaron Philon vs North Dakota Alabama News
4 takeaways from No. 15 Alabama's 91-62 win over North Dakota in the season opener

No. 15 Alabama opened the basketball season in Coleman Coliseum Monday night rolling over North Dakota 91-62, making it 23 straight wins in season openers.

Auburn football interim head coach DJ Durkin Alabama News
Will there be any staff changes coming to Auburn football for the remainder of the season? 

Will there be any staff changes coming to Auburn football for the remainder of the season? 

President Donald Trump speaks from the East Room of the White House in Washington, Saturday, June 21, 2025, after the U.S. military struck three Iranian nuclear and military sites, directly joining Israel's effort to decapitate the country's nuclear progr Alabama News
Trump administration places spotlight on Nigerian Christian genocide after Tuberville floor speech

Following U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville's (R-Auburn) recent speech drawing attention to radical Islam and Sharia law, President Donald Trump has now suggested a possible military intervention in Nigeria to stop the widespread executions of Christians by militant Muslims.

U S Steel Fairfield Alabama News
U.S. Steel $75 million investment to create new jobs, new thread line

The U.S. Steel plant in Alabama will soon have a premium thread line at its Fairfield Tubular Operations location.

Mighty Alabama Strikeforce Alabama News
Mighty Alabama Strikeforce shows up in Virginia ahead of statewide elections

The Mighty Alabama Strikeforce was dispatched to Virginia ahead of the state elections.

Jackson Hospital Alabama News
Montgomery's Jackson Hospital appoints new board, hires new CEO amid bankruptcy proceedings

Jackson Hospital announced on Monday the appointment of a new three-member board of trustees and the selection of John Quinlivan as chief executive officer.

GUMMYBEARS Alabama News
Parents call Scottsboro PD with reports of laced gummy bears

The Scottsboro Police Department received multiple calls after trick-or-treaters were hospitalized after eating Halloween candy from a city event on Friday.

Elmore County Courthouse Alabama News
Elmore County to vote on new tax, property assessments on Tuesday

Elmore County citizens will vote on whether to implement new taxes and property assessments known as the Enhance Elmore plan on Tuesday. 

Mobile Mayor Spiro Cheriogotis Alabama News
Spiro Cheriogotis takes oath of office as Mobile mayor

Mobile Mayor Spiro Cheriogotis was sworn into office Monday at City Hall.

Central Alabama Water’s Shades Mountain Filter Plant Alabama News
'This is corruption': Birmingham Mayor Woodfin takes aim at rumored CEO pick for Central Alabama Water

On Monday, Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin took to social media to address the rumored frontrunner for chief executive officer for Central Alabama Water, Jeff Thompson.

hugh freeze Alabama News
Finebaum: Freeze era 'a complete and total failure'

During a Monday appearance on WJOX FM's "McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning," ESPN's Paul Finebaum said Auburn had "no choice" but to fire head football coach Hugh Freeze after an abysmal outing at home versus Kentucky over the weekend.

Chip Brown Alabama News
Aniah's Law, seafood labeling bill author State Rep. Chip Brown to seek re-election in 2026

Small business owner State Rep. Chip Brown (R-Hollinger’s Island) announced he will seek reelection to House District 105 in 2026.

voting, election Alabama News
K.L. Brown: Election security and preparedness relies on federal investment

Alabama has proven we know how to run elections the right way. What we need now is for Congress to give our local officials the consistency they deserve, the kind of reliable funding that keeps preparation from turning into reaction.

Douglas Van Hale Alabama News
'Alabama Republican pioneer': Former legislator Douglas Van Hale passes at 83

Huntsville resident and former State Rep. Douglas Van Hale passed away recently at the age of 83.

Mayors 2025 Alabama News
12 cities in Jefferson County, including Homewood, Hoover and Clay, to swear in new mayors

With six open mayoral seats and six incumbents defeated, major changes are expected in Jefferson County this week when most of the new mayors are sworn in on November 3.

Alabama political news guilt Alabama News
Allen Mendenhall: The culpabilité that binds Alabama

The state that once changed the nation’s moral direction can do so again – but only if it shakes off its guilty conscience and reclaims the moral confidence of its own history. Alabama doesn’t need to atone forever. It needs to lead. 

AEA/Brad Presnall Alabama News
'AEA backs conservative education issues': Alabama Education Association flack goes on defense during unhinged radio rant

On Friday, Brad Presnall, a contracted consultant for the Alabama Education Association (AEA), appeared on WVNN's "The Yaffee Program" to respond to critical reporting of his organization and its stance on conservative education priorities, including school choice and homeschooling.

Trump endorses 4 Alabama News
'He will never let you down!' — Trump endorses Aderholt, Strong, Palmer, Rogers for reelection

Trump praised the men for their service and highlighted their specific roles in pursuing the "America First" agenda.

Tommy Tuberville on OANN, 11/1/2025 Alabama News
'Wake up, America. They're here, they're on our shores': Tuberville warns of Islamic influx, Sharia law

During an interview with OANN's "Weekly Briefing," U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) reiterated his reasoning for his push to impose a Sharia law ban in the United States.

Buddies BBQ, Talladega Alabama News
The Heart of Talladega: Acts of kindness sprout from Buddies BBQ's 'Economy Lunch'

Known as one of the best BBQ joints in Alabama, Buddies BBQ in Talladega is once again proving it is one of the most philanthropic restaurants in the state.

Homeschool Alabama News
Jennifer Ludy: It's time for Alabama to acknowledge its duty to non-public education

Non-public education is not fringe. It is a growing part of Alabama’s education landscape. Families who choose private schools, church schools, microschools, hybrid programs, or home education are not trying to avoid accountability. They are exercising liberty.

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