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Bank threats lead to arrest
Huntsville, AL (WAFF) - A 25 year old man is facing serious charges after police say he threatened bank employees. Investigators say James Calvin Mitchell made the threats against workers at the...
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Convicted mass murderer sentenced to life
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- Convicted mass murderer Jacob Shaffer will spend the rest of his life in jail without parole. A judge handed down the sentence Tuesday morning. Shaffer apologized for his actions...
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IBM holds annual conference in Huntsville
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- IBM held its annual conference in Huntsville Tuesday morning. IBM has held its annual stockholders meeting in places like Miami or Atlanta, but on Tuesday they held it in...
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Oscar nominated actress to speak in Huntsville
Huntsville, AL (WAFF) - An Oscar-nominated actress will be in the Rocket City next week to talk about her life and experiences in the film business. Ali MacGraw is the guest speaker in the 2013 "Voice...
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Hockey player charged with rape waives preliminary hearing
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- The UAH hockey player charged with rape will not appear in court Wednesday as expected. Lasse Uusivirta waived his right to a preliminary hearing, meaning his case will now go to...
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Suspicious substance prompts evacuation of Redstone Arsenal building
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- Redstone Arsenal officials evacuated the Von Braun III building Tuesday after an unknown substance was found. Investigators are letting employees inside to get their things, but...
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WEATHER BLOG: May 2013 outlook
By Jeff Castle It's a new month, so I thought you might be interested in seeing what an average May looks like and what the outlook is for the month ahead. Let's start with the average May...
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Oakwood outlines $9 million renovation project
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- Oakwood University is hoping that a new $9,000,000 capital investment project will mean a renaissance on campus. According to President Leslie Pollard, the first phase of the...
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Former UAH hockey player charged with rape flees to Finland
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- A UAH hockey player arrested on rape charges fled the United States to his native Finland with no intention of returning according to the assistant district attorney handling the...
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Thief steals necklaces at Target
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- Sometimes all it takes is one person, one phone call, one tip to solve a crime. A very clear surveillance picture may help police catch a crook and help you pocket some cash. A...
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Keeping homeless communities weather aware
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- Televisions and smartphone apps alert us when meteorologists call for stormy weather, but those are luxuries homeless people don't have. WAFF 48 is trying to change that by...
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WEATHER BLOG: Cool, wet weekend
By Jeff Castle The forecast for the weekend is becoming clearer, but unfortunately it's not looking any better for your outdoor plans. An usually strong early May cold front will spread steadier rain...
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Low-cost spay neuter clinics push for new bill
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- A non-profit, low cost spay-neuter clinic in Huntsville continued its push for a bill that they say will keep them open for good. The Alabama House has already passed House Bill...
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Huntsville school choral director accused of abusing godson
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- A godfather was arrested and charged with torture and willful abuse of a child after turning himself in to authorities. In January a 2-year-old boy was treated at Madison...
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Airport Authority seeks fair air fares at Huntsville Int'l Airport
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- Huntsville city leaders and the Airport Authority discussed lower air fares for the area. Huntsville International Airport has some of the highest ticket prices in the country,...
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WhistleStop Festival kicks off in Huntsville
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- If you're a fan of barbeque, live music, or just plain fun, downtown Huntsville is the place to be this weekend. WhistleStop Festival starts 4pm Friday at the Historic Huntsville...
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WEATHER BLOG: Weekend flood watches
By Jeff CastleFlood Watches are in effect across north Alabama and southern Tennessee this weekend. 2" to as much as 4" of rain may fall over the weekend as a cold front and upper level low pressure...
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Homicide Survivors Program holds 13th annual vigil for victims
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- Dozens of families came out Thursday night to pay tribute to their loved ones who lost their lives to violence. The Homicide Survivors Program held it's 13th annual candlelight...
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Huntsville man arrested for rape, sodomy of child
HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF)- Police arrested a Huntsville man on child sex charges. Nicholas Strzelecki, 37 of Huntsville, was arrested on Friday and charged with second degree rape and second degree sodomy...
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A WAFF 48 Wedding: Engagement Photos and more planning!
It may be Kentucky Derby weekend, but we’re also coming down the stretch to our big day! We’ve had a lot of things in the works and just finished taking our engagement pictures.Sarah and I were a...
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