Popular Alabama restaurant known for its unique comfort food opens new location
A popular Alabama restaurant known for serving up comfort food with a cheesy twist has opened a new location. Melt announced through a Facebook post on Monday that the new Madison location of its restaurant is officially open and ready to serve up its signature grilled cheese sandwiches, burgers and more.
Heavy Rain 3 to 5 Inches, Damaging Winds, Hail and Tornado Threat Targeting Alabama...
ALABAMA — Wednesday is shaping up as the impact day for Alabama, May 6, 2026, with a slow-moving and powerful storm system delivering heavy rain of 3 to 5 inches, damaging wind gusts, hail, and a limited tornado threat across the state. Rain and storms develop late Wednesday with the most intense activity pushing through Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Huntsville, Gadsden, and Anniston by 11:30...
Marshall County Schools gym project underway
MARSHALL COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) - Marshall County Schools are continuing to grow, with a major new project underway. An eight-million-dollar gym is coming to Brindlee Mountain High School, part of a larger 88-million-dollar improvement plan. District leaders say the investment is focused entirely on upgrading facilities across the system. The...
High-speed jet ski races return to Lake Guntersville this weekend
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - A high-speed race will be making waves in Marshall County this weekend. The American Jet Sport Association’s Summer Series will return to Guntersville for the third year. Organizers say spectators can expect more than just racing, with inflatables for families and food trucks set up...
Madison Academy returns to Final Four after 12 years
MADISON, Ala. (WAFF) - The Madison Academy boys soccer team is headed to the Final Four of the AHSAA Soccer Playoffs for the second time in program history. “Definitely had our fair share of losing in the past,” Madison Academy Senior goalkeeper Coulter Andrus said. “I think it’s about time we win something big.”
Hartselle to host community meeting on new library, event venue plans
The City of Hartselle will host a community engagement meeting May 5 to review and discuss plans for the William Bradford Huie Public Library and Event Venue, a project aimed at expanding learning, connection and community life. The meeting will be held from 7-8:30 p.m. at 611 Chestnut St. NW,...
North Alabama gas prices as of May 5: How Huntsville, Decatur, and Florence compare...
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — As gas prices continue to fluctuate, the national average for regular gasoline is $4.48 per gallon, with mid-grade fuel at $4.97 and premium prices reaching $5.34, according to AAA. National Average Gas Prices (Current vs. Week Ago) Regular: $4.48 | $4.18. Mid-Grade: $4.97 | $4.67. Premium:...
Limestone County leaders moving forward to upgrade Mooresville Road
The wheels are in motion to improve one of Limestone County's busiest intersections.
Testimony continues in week two of Morgan County murder-for-hire trial
Testimony continued on Monday in the trial for a woman accused of hiring someone to kill her child's father on the morning of a custody hearing.
Strong to Severe Storms Possible Across North Alabama Wednesday Afternoon and Night
NORTH ALABAMA — Residents across North Alabama will need to stay weather aware Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday night as another round of strong to severe thunderstorms is expected to move across the region. The Storm Prediction Center has placed areas from eastern Texas into Alabama under a Slight Risk,...

















