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America First Legal: ‘There is no reason for a foreign national to be on’ Alabama voter rolls

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 28, 2024

America First Legal (AFL) has sent a letter to each senior election official of all 50 states, including to Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen, to advise on two federal laws that allow states to request and obtain accurate information on an individual’s citizenship status and their ability to vote.

Alabama reports $2.6 million in public pension contributions in 2022

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 24, 2024

In 2022, Alabama had received $2.6 million in contributions to its public pension funds, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau's Annual Survey of Public Pensions.

Analysis: Alabama among 26 states not part of 'hyper-partisan' voter data group

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 20, 2024

Alabama is among 26 states that have resigned from or are not members of a national voter data group accused of partisanship in its work to expand voter rolls and lacking in transparency, an analysis by the Yellowhammer Times found.

Average VA purchase loan amount in Alabama increases from 2022 to 2023

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 19, 2024

The average VA purchase loan amount for Alabama in the fiscal year 2023 was $311,531, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Average VA purchase loan amount in Alabama increases from 2021 to 2022

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 19, 2024

The average VA purchase loan amount for Alabama in the fiscal year 2022 was $308,649, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Earnings on Alabama's public pension investments increase to $1.2 million in 2022

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 17, 2024

The earnings on investments for Alabama public pensions went up from $1.1 million in 2021 to $1.2 million in 2022, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Survey of Public Pensions.

Over 120 bank failures in the country since 2012: See if Alabama was affected

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 13, 2024

There were more than 120 bank failures across the country from 2012 to 2024, one of which occurred in Alabama.

American Principles Project President: Banning boys from girls’ sports ‘one of the few areas where politicians don’t have to choose between good politics or good policy'

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 11, 2024

Terry Schilling, president of the American Principles Project, said protecting girls’ sports is widely supported by American voters, and Alabama legislators can continue to support legislation to do so without concern for public approval.

Analysis: Alabama one of 25 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 6, 2024

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Yellowhammer Times shows that Alabama is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls’ high school sports.

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In Alabama, 106 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 2, 2024

Alabama registered 106 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

Pension assets in Alabama valued at $59.7 million in 2022

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 1, 2024

In 2022, Alabama had $59.7 million in total cash and investment holdings in its public pension funds, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Annual Survey of Public Pensions.

Alabama inflation rate outpaces national average as of May 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 1, 2024

As of May 2024, Alabama experienced a 21% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.1% increase.

Tennessee Gov. Lee signs law blocking red flag laws

By Yellowhammer Times | May 31, 2024

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed HB 2035 into law, blocking attempts from the federal government to work with local authorities to enforce gun control laws.

Average VA IRRRL Loan amount in Alabama increases from 2022 to 2023

By Yellowhammer Times | May 30, 2024

The average VA IRRRL Loan amount for Alabama in 2023 was $311,084, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Alabama ranks no. 14 in 2024 Parent Power index, empowering families in education choices

By Yellowhammer Times | May 28, 2024

In the Center for Education Reform's 2024 Parent Power Index, Alabama secured the fourteenth position, with an Overall Parent Power Index Score of 75%.

Alabama one of 30 states that allows copay accumulators

By Yellowhammer Times News Service | May 28, 2024

Alabama is one of thirty states that allows copay accumulators.

Average VA home loan amount in Alabama falls in Q1

By Yellowhammer Times | May 27, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in Alabama during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $298,842, a 3.9% decrease from the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Alabama ranks 14th in total VA home loans during Q1

By Yellowhammer Times | May 17, 2024

Alabama ranked 14th in VA home loans in the first quarter of 2024 with 2,303 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Alabama ranked 37th in average VA home loan amount in Q1

By Yellowhammer Times | May 17, 2024

With $298,842 in home loans issued, Alabama ranked 37th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the first quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

VA provides 22.9% fewer home purchase loans in Alabama in Q1

By Yellowhammer Times | May 16, 2024

There were 1,748 VA home purchases in Alabama in the first quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $540.5 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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