Investigation launched after gunshots heard by officers on domestic dispute call in Huntsville
An investigation has been started after police officers heard gunshots while responding to a domestic dispute call in Huntsville on Thursday.
Man charged with assaulting ICE officer during traffic stop in DeKalb County
A federal grand jury in Huntsville has charged a man with assualt after biting an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer during a traffic stop in DeKalb County, according to U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona.
Search for 70-year-old woman last seen in Decatur canceled
The Limestone County Sheriff's Office is searching for a missing 70-year-old woman who was last seen in Decatur.
$3.2 million land sale paves the way for ‘best-in-class retail area’ in Huntsville
The Huntsville City Council approved the $3.2 million sale of more than 15 acres of land across from the planned $240 million North Village Town Center on Thursday night. City Urban and Economic Development Director Shane Davis said the sale to Hank Holdings, LLC, will help secure additional retail and restaurants...
Madison County site selected for Alabama’s second state veterans cemetery
Alabama's second state veterans cemetery will be located in Madison County, the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs announced on Wednesday.
‘You haven’t seen emotional yet’ — Judge sentences Hartselle couple to life in prison
A Morgan County circuit judge sentenced a husband and wife to life in prison on Wednesday for beating their 3-year-old daughter to the point of hospitalization, telling the man he would have years behind bars to reflect on his actions and criticizing the woman for attempting to conceal the abuse.
Belle Mina quarry facing ongoing legal battle, some residents demanding permanent closure
The controversial Belle Mina quarry remains in operation, and nearby residents hope to temporarily close it before an April 21 trial to decide its future.
Decatur man arrested for shooting into an occupied home
The Decatur Police Department says a man was arrested for shooting into an occupied home.
Huntsville activists protest ICE tactics, urge end to ‘violence’
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Several people gathered outside Huntsville City Hall Wednesday evening to voice their concerns about immigration enforcement practices in what organizers called an emergency vigil. The group assembled in front of City Hall, calling for an end to what they described as ICE-related violence and...
Heavy police presence, shelter‑in‑place after reported active shooting in south Huntsville
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - There is a heavy police presence in the area of Andros Drive and Baywood Drive in South Huntsville Thursday night. Neighbors told WAFF 48 reporter Nick Balenger that officers instructed them to shelter in place. Authorities have not released additional details. WAFF has reached out to...
