Suspected gunman captured after 2 MARTA officers shot at Five Points shooting
Two MARTA officers were injured after a shooting at the Five Points station in downtown Atlanta Thursday night. The gunman, whose identity has not been released, was captured in Guntersville, Alabama on Friday morning. MARTA Police Chief M. Scott Kreher gave Channel 2’s Steve Gehlbach an update over the phone Friday...
Drones, missiles and AI: Huntsville’s role in the future of air defense
The nature of air defense is changing in the era of drones and the Golden Dome, and Axios brought together thought leaders in the industry to talk about what shape that's likely to take. Why it matters: These issues are set to significantly impact industries in Huntsville, where the government...
Huntsville police urge caution after multiple deadly crashes
Law enforcement officials in North Alabama are emphasizing road safety following multiple deadly crashes, especially in Huntsville.
Workers at Huntsville’s Navistar plant to vote on union membership
HUNTSVILLE — To unionize or not to unionize, that’s the question. And employees at Huntsville’s Navistar plant will vote Thursday to answer that question. Saying unions are “every bit as […] The post Workers at Huntsville’s Navistar plant to vote on union membership appeared first on 256 Today .
Huntsville chef closing beloved local business after cancer diagnosis
A neon sign in Rafael’s Table’s storefront window features their tagline, “Inspire Your Inner Chef.” Unfortunately this Huntsville small business that’s fueled and furthered locals’ passions for cooking is now closing. According to a post on the business’ social media, the closure is due...
Experts issue warning amid surge in unexpected wildlife sightings: ‘They are going to start...
"They're going to be coming into closer proximity to people." Experts issue warning amid surge in unexpected wildlife sightings: 'They are going to start losing their natural fear of people' first appeared on The Cool Down .
Prosecutors seeking the death penalty for 2023 Huntsville capital murder suspect
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against an Indiana man facing a capital murder charge for a 2023 shooting in Huntsville. Damon Blinks is accused of killing 23-year-old Devin McDonald on Quality Circle before stealing his car and fleeing to Indiana in August 2023. In April...
Two men killed in single-vehicle wreck on Hwy. 72
Father and child involved in Huntsville house fire confirmed a murder suicide. A 21-year-old man and his 1-year-old baby were killed before a structure fire on Tuesday afternoon, police say. Rainsville man killed in DeKalb County crash, one injured. Updated: 2 hours ago. Alabama Law Enforcement Agency officials say...
Lockheed Martin awarded $23.5M modification to THAAD contract from MDA
HUNTSVILLE — Lockheed Martin’s Huntsville facility will share in the work on a $23.5 million THAAD contract modification, the Department of Defense announced. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control of […] The post Lockheed Martin awarded $23.5M modification to THAAD contract from MDA appeared first on 256 Today .
Former Decatur police officer files discrimination lawsuit against city, police officials
A former Decatur Police Department officer has filed a federal lawsuit against a number of city and police officials, claiming workplace discrimination and unequal treatment.
