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Same sex marriage debate continues
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- The issue of same sex marriage continues to be a hot topic in Washington. The federal law, passed in 1996, defines marriage as a union between a man and a woman. Same sex...
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Vote Huntsville for social media conference
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- On Thursday, you can help Huntsville move into the final round of a nationwide contest. Huntsville is competing to host a social media conference. City officials said the...
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National Children's Advocacy Ctr. awarded re-accreditation
The National Children's Advocacy Center (NCAC) has been awarded re-accreditation by the National Children’s Alliance following an extensive application and site review process. Accredited CACs must...
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American Cancer Society urges communities to "Paint the town purple"
The American Cancer Society is offering an opportunity for businesses and local communities to show their awareness and support in the fight against cancer throughout the month of April by...
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1 Taken to hospital after reported assault
Police responded to an assault at 3906 Triana Boulevard in Huntsville around 9:30 Thursday morning.When they arrived they made contact with the victim, Woodrow Pitts, who had been shot.Pitts was...
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Trial date set for man involved in shootout with Huntsville Police
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- A Madison County judge set an August 5 trial date for the man charged in connection to a shootout with Huntsville Police officers. Samuel Ward is charged with two counts of...
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Worker fired for physically disciplining 2nd grader
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- A contract worker for Huntsville City Schools is out of a job for using corporal punishment. The worker was fired last week after allegations he spanked a 2nd grader. Nearly a...
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Huntsville to go to next round for social media conference
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- In a tight race against Cleveland, Ohio, the Rocket City came out on top in a nationwide competition to see which city will host a social media symposium. The polls closed at 9...
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Ceremony to pay tribute to Vietnam veterans
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- The Huntsville Chapter of the Vietnam Veterans of America will hold a "Welcome Home" celebration on Friday. The 40th anniversary of US troops pulling out of the country is on...
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Huntsville Police investigate Thursday morning burglary
Police responded to a burglary call Thursday morning.Investigators said it happened 10 a.m. Thursday on the 400 block of Hillmont Drive in Huntsville.The victim said he heard glass breaking in another...
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Psssssst! Win $1,000!
What better way to ring in Spring than saving lives?! Join WAFF 48 and the American Red Cross on Friday, April 12th from 12pm-5pm at Madison Square Mall and Decatur Mall. Give the gift of life! You...
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Pedestrian hit on University Drive
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- A woman was hit by a vehicle in Huntsville Saturday morning. It happened around 3am in the 4000 block of University Drive. Police said Bethany Gallegos was walking across the...
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Warm & unsettled weather for Easter Weekend.
Warm and unsettled weather remain in the forecast for Easter Weekend. Temperatures will feel spring-like the next few days. Rain will be possible at times over the weekend, but it does not look like a...
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Home brew recipes served up at Straight to Ale Brewery
As the Home Brew Bill heads to the Alabama House on Tuesday, Straight to Ale Brewery in Huntsville held a special event Saturday to encourage support for the bill. Home brewers brought their own...
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1 person dead after 2-vehicle wreck
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- One woman is dead after a two-vehicle wreck in Huntsville Sunday. Around 1 p.m., officers said a car pulled out of the CVS parking lot and was struck by another vehicle at the...
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Easter Sunday Rain
After fairly widespread light to moderate showers Saturday evening, we’ll have a brief dry break overnight into early Sunday morning. A few spotty light showers are possible for Easter sunrise services...
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WEATHER BLOG: Warm Monday... Cooler Tuesday
After a foggy start, skies are clearing out nicely for most of the area. As of 10:30am we're seeing plenty of sunshine across the area with just a little fog hanging on along the Tennessee River...
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Spring cleanup in Huntsville this weekend
Huntsville, AL (WAFF) - Spring is in the air, and the city of Huntsville wants you to come out and help clean up the town. The city is hosting it's annual Great American Cleanup & Beautification...
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Police: Man destroys flags at cemetery, businesses
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- Huntsville Police arrested a man after they say he cut down American flags from several businesses across the city. Police said 44-year-old Minh Pham was charged with criminal...
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UAH police make rape arrest
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- A 23-year-old man is currently in the Madison County Metro Jail facing a rape charge. Records show Lasse Uusivirta was arrested Monday afternoon by the UAH Police Department. His...
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