Huntsville AL

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WTVM) - Leaders from Huntsville and Colorado Springs are joining forces as the U.S. moves forward with Golden Dome missile defense and the transition of U.S. Space Command headquarters to Alabama. Recently, leaders from both cities met to discuss how they can each support next-generation space and homeland defense.

More than 16 years after flying into enemy fire to rescue wounded service members in Afghanistan, retired U.S. Army Maj. Michael “Mike” Connelly has been recognized at home in North […] The post Strong recognizes North Alabama veteran for extraordinary heroism in Afghanistan appeared first on 256 Today .

MADISON, Ala. — Madison Police Chief Johnny Gandy is urging residents to stop giving money directly to panhandlers and instead donate to established organizations that help people experiencing homelessness. In a message to the community, Gandy said some people soliciting donations at busy intersections and shopping centers may be...

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - School choice has been a big topic across the nation in the last few years, especially as a new program is about to start. This is a new federal program created by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act prepares to start in January. State leaders chose to opt in or not. Alabama is one of 34 states to opt in.

Mobile, Ala. – Students in Alabama from all 67 counties can now apply to four unique specialty public schools for the 2027-2028 school year. The State of Alabama funds these four tuition-free public high schools with residential components, offering Alabama families statewide school choice options regardless of where they live.

Business owners spend years building their companies, and some choose to give employees a stake in their success. A new documentary will share the stories of four Huntsville aerospace and […] The post ‘Safe Landing’ documentary spotlights employee ownership at four Huntsville companies appeared first on 256 Today .

After a solid start to the season, including a win over Jackson State, Grambling State suffered a brutal loss to the red-hot Alabama A&M Bulldogs. Early in the second quarter, Grambling built a 17-3 lead, and it seemed the Tigers would walk away with a dominant win over a SWAC East contender. But Alabama A&M put together a performance that […] The post Grambling’s Mickey Joseph sounds off after 30-point beat down appeared first on ClutchPoints.

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Eighty Huntsville firefighters say equipment meant to keep them safe failed them, and the city did not do enough to help after they raised concerns. David Harer, president of the Professional Firefighters of Alabama and a 23-year captain with Huntsville Fire and Rescue, is representing dozens of his colleagues in the dispute with the department he has served for two decades.

The Madison County Commission handled a variety of county business during its Sept. 28 meeting, including approval of a new vendor contract, appointments to county boards and updates on Road and Bridge projects. Road and Bridge Director Shannon Spain reported that several driveway pipes had been installed and a rusted...

MADISON COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) - The Alabama Forestry Commission says now is prime time for wildfires to spark across North Alabama, as meteorologists predict another round of dry weather. Places like cotton fields and woods behind homes could be where those fires start. “Low humidity, dry air means less energy...