Authorities searching for multiple suspects after bank robbery in Priceville
The Priceville Police Department and the Morgan County Sheriff's Office are investigating a bank robbery that took place on Thursday.
Bear sightings in Decatur prompt police warning to residents
ATHENS, Ala. — A black bear was seen in a tree and also spotted rummaging through trash in Morgan County on Tuesday morning. Decatur police say officers and a state game warden responded after someone reported a bear. Mud Tavern Volunteer Fire & Rescue said a bear was also seen digging through garbage cans in their...
Huntsville-area Crimestoppers searching for two suspects accused of stealing money
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - The Huntsville-area Crimestoppers need your help finding and identifying several suspects. This week, we are focusing on two people accused of ripping others off. One person is accused of stealing hundreds of dollars - another is accused of stealing thousands. Our first crime of the week...
Madison County offering free taste of local produce this weekend
Madison County and The People’s Patch are sponsoring a free celebration of local produce this weekend at the county farmers market. Visitors will be able to pick up a free ear of roasted, locally grown corn Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the market, 1022 Cook Ave., Huntsville.
Huntsville eyes AI, truck cameras to fight blight
Huntsville City Council will decide tonight whether to use garbage truck-mounted cameras equipped with AI software to identify issues for code enforcement and public works. Why it matters: The city hopes the initiative will benefit several departments, helping to keep tabs on overgrown vegetation, structural issues,...
Fayetteville Police identify woman after seeking public assistance
The Fayetteville Police Department identified a woman, who authorities consider as a person of interest, after asking the public for assistance.
Huntsville residents challenge mandatory smart meters at board meeting
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Some Huntsville residents are pushing back against a recent decision by Huntsville Utilities to require smart meter installation — even for customers who previously opted out. At a board meeting Tuesday morning, members of the group “Stop Smart Meters North Alabama” voiced concerns ranging from...
Judge lowers bond for Huntsville man accused in trafficking case
A Huntsville man faced a judge on Wednesday after being accused in a child exploitation sting. In June, Jahsiem Ramiek Davis, 31, was arrested and charged with human trafficking, electronic solicitation of a child, and traveling to meet a child for an unlawful sex act. Investigator Chad Schrader from the...
Child injured in Huntsville apartment shooting
The Huntsville Police Department says a child was injured in a shooting Wednesday evening.
Huntsville lawyers sanctioned by judge, removed from prison lawsuit for use of AI
Three attorneys for a Huntsville law firm were sanctioned by a federal judge after admitting in federal court in May that one of their firm partners used ChatGPT to find case citations to strengthen their arguments – but the citations were made up, apparently invented by the AI tool.