Huntsville Police ask for public’s help in search for missing teen
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — The Huntsville Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in a search for a missing teenager. On Sunday, December 14, Huntsville Police responded to Old Fairway Road for a report of a possible runaway around 12 a.m. According to authorities, officers learned that Brayden Ray...
The key role Huntsville is playing in first manned Moon mission in 50 years
Marshall Space Flight Center is playing a critical role in keeping the first manned moon mission in 50 years on target. Roger Baird, associate director at Marshall, told those attending the Redstone Arsenal update last week at the Von Braun Center the launch window for Artemis II opens in less than eight weeks....
‘I decided to be part of the solution’: Decatur funds reentry program to combat...
DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) - Decatur city leaders are using opioid grant money for good. On Monday, city leaders presented Victoria Bell with a check. She’s the head of Victorious Reentry Program, which aims to get recently incarcerated men back into the community. Victoria says she helps feed, clothe, and...
Crews on scene of New Market house fire
NEW MARKET, Ala. (WAFF) - Multiple fire crews are on the scene of an early morning house fire in New Market. That fire happening at a home on Coleman Road. That’s near Sharon Johnston park. It’s not known if anyone has been hurt or displaced. We are working...
Residents at Huntsville apartment complex say they’re without heat
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Samella Jones says she has called management at The Huntsville Summit apartments multiple times seeking heat repairs, only to reach an automated message. “This is my 5th time calling today. I don’t have no heat. And it’s cold in my apartment,” Jones said.
MDA employee pleads guilty to taking classified documents without authorization
A Department of Defense employee pleaded guilty to taking classified government documents from the Missile Defense Agency without authorization on Wednesday, court records show.
La Esquina Cocina to close downtown Huntsville location in January
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — La Esquina Cocina (LEC), a popular Mexican dining spot in downtown Huntsville, will close its doors after January 4, 2026, according to the restaurant. The restaurant confirmed the news on a social media post this week. While the owners did not share specific reasons for the closure, they...
Bridge Street Town Centre hosts Santa photos and extended hours for last-minute shopping
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — With the holidays just around the corner, Bridge Street Town Centre is making it easy for last-minute gift shoppers to find the perfect presents while enjoying festive activities. The popular shopping destination is hosting opportunities for families to take photos with Santa Claus, giving...
Dumas Disappearance: One Year Later
From the very beginning, his family and friends said it was not like the 37-year-old devoted father to just disappear.
Decatur police investigating vandalism at Woodmeade Elementary School
An investigation is underway after a break-in at Woodemeade Elementary School on Saturday afternoon.

















