Courtney Calvin is a FOX54 Top Teacher from Austin Middle School!
DECATUR, Ala. — Teachers are known to push their students to be the best versions of themselves, and according to one parent, it’s exactly what this teacher does. FOX54’s Keneisha Deas got to witness it, while this teacher taught social studies. Meet this week’s FOX54’s Top Teacher,...
UPDATE: 2 arrested following ‘targeted’ shooting in Huntsville
Two people were arrested following a Huntsville shooting, which happened in the 6200 block of Rime Village Sunday afternoon. Police previously said a preliminary investigation indicated the incident was targeted in nature. According to a Monday update, the investigation revealed an argument escalated into a shooting...
Aunt seeks breastmilk donations for 7-month-old niece after mother dies in Alabama car crash
An Alabama aunt is accepting donated breastmilk for her niece after the child’s mother died in a car accident over the weekend. The crash occurred on Sunday in Morgan County and took the life of Kayleigh Page, 29 of Waterloo. Page’s child was involved in the wreck but survived...
United Way of Madison County highlights services available to help individuals in need
MADISON COUNTY, Ala. (WHNT) — United Way of Madison County supports financial stability, health, and education through a wide range of programs tailored to meet the community’s most pressing needs. Whether you’re seeking help or want to make a difference, the United Way LIVE UNITED provides: Together, these...
Officer’s routine break at gas station leads to drug arrest in Huntsville
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — A routine stop for a quick break turned into an unexpected investigation after a police officer was told about someone asleep behind the wheel at a gas pump. On Saturday, December 6, an officer stopped into a gas station in the 100 block of Graphics Drive for a break around 4 […]
Gusty winds arrive Tuesday night ahead of Wednesday’s cold front
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — Make sure you have all your holiday decorations tied down, winds will be increasing across the region Tuesday night. A cold front is forecast to push through the region on Wednesday afternoon, which will bring the chance of gusty winds and cooler air by Thursday. Ahead of the front, winds...
Man injured in Huntsville shooting, suspect in custody
William Fails Jr. was arrested after shooting and injuring a man on Broadview Drive in Huntsville on Saturday.
Madison firefighters sue city over pay scale implementation
MADISON, Ala. (WAFF) - 32 Madison firefighters are suing the city, claiming they haven’t been paid what they deserve since the city implemented a new pay scale. In September 2024, the city approved a new pay scale that city leaders said would compensate firefighters fairly. When the system was implemented in early...
Huntsville Police Special Victims Unit arrest 51-year-old-man accused of rape
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — An investigation by the Huntsville Police Department’s Special Victims Unit has led to the arrest of a man who has been accused of rape. According to Huntsville Police, an investigation regarding 51-year-old Roberto Pena-Cruz revealed evidence that Pena-Cruz forced a child to commit sexual...
21-year-old arrested following robbery, burglary in Alabama
ALABAMA — A Huntsville man is facing multiple charges after police say he forced his way into a house and assaulted a resident early Saturday. According to Huntsville Police, 21-year-old Felipe Trujillo went to a home on James Madison Drive armed with a handgun. Investigators say he entered the residence and...

















