Huntsville AL

MARSHALL COUNTY, Ala. — The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office is offering a Citizen’s Firearms Safety Course this spring for residents looking to improve their knowledge of firearm safety, state laws and proper handling techniques. The one-day course is scheduled for Saturday, May 30, 2026, beginning at 9...

The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is alerting people to a widespread scam hitting North Alabama. The office posted that scammers are impersonating law enforcement agencies, federal courts, and the United States Department of Justice to scare victims into handing over payment. They will call or text victims, saying th

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The University of Alabama in Huntsville is bringing in a nationally recognized nursing leader to head its College of Nursing, naming Dr. Hyochol Brian Ahn as dean following a national search. His appointment begins July 1, 2026. Ahn comes to University of Alabama in Huntsville from...

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Cyclists across the city will soon have a new tool to help keep their bikes in working order after Huntsville accepted a donation aimed at making rides more convenient and accessible. In recognition of National Bike Month, the City of Huntsville has received a $1,950 bicycle...

Fergusons Downtown to host three live music events in May.

MARSHALL COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) - Two Marshall County elementary schools received a Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence certification!. Brindlee Mountain Elementary School and Kate Duncan Smith DAR Elementary School both received the certification. “This is a first for the Marshall County School System, and I am thrilled wi

The safety of Huntsville students is what has driven Mary Lue Ryan for nearly four decades.

PRICEVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - One year after a Priceville High School student was killed in a crash involving an alleged drunk driver, her classmates honored her memory at their graduation ceremony. Chloe Hastings died May 17, 2025, when a car struck her. Kevin Penich is accused of having 18 drinks...

DECATUR, Ala. — The Decatur City Council approved two requests Monday tied to the upcoming Rock the South music festival as the city prepares to host the event for the first time. Council members approved a resolution allowing AT&T to install a temporary cellular facility for the festival, along...

Safer roads have always been a priority of the residents of Decatur, and when city leaders run for office, they usually include in their platforms improvements to roadway safety. So, the Decatur Police Department is taking steps to make the roads in the city safer. This past weekend, Chief Torry...