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Pregnant teacher collapses at
Graduates at north Alabama high school took time to remember a pregnant teacher who collapsed at school and died just hours before the ceremony.
Governor Riley announced Friday when he will call the Alabama Legislature back into special session to reconsider the state education budget.
The Huntsville Police Department's DUI Task Force will set up checkpoints across the city Memorial Day weekend.
More investigations into Alabama
A former president and nine other employees of Alabama A&M are under investigation after an audit revealed more than a million dollars in unaccounted charges.
The attorneys for those involved in the Lee High School Bus crash have finally gotten answers to some long-awaited questions. For months, Laidlaw Transit, Incorporated has withheld pertinent information in the case.
The haircut controversy involving a 6-year-old Fyffe student reached a resolution, sort of.
Bargain-hunters swarm DeKalb CountyIt's
It's one of DeKalb County's most popular tourism events and it attracts thousands of shoppers searching for good deals.
One man is in critical condition after a shooting.
Shoals family welcomes beesA
A Shoals family has added some interesting pets to their home. There are more than 15,000 of them, and they might sting you.
Kenneth Russell Herren sits behind bars for a second time this week. While his 8-year-old victim Lauren Cox sits on the front porch with her doll.
Shooting victim speaks exclusively
A Valley woman shot in the head just 72 hours ago is telling her story.
The Shoals is being honored for economic success. This week a golf championship is bringing more new people to the area.
Voters are keeping close tabs on Decision 2008. Many wonder if presidential candidate Hillary Clinton will drop out soon since she trails Barack Obama in superdelegate support.
Scottsboro taking another step
One Valley town is calling on residents to be greener by helping to reduce waste in the city's landfills.
The Big Switch from analog to digital could mean a big change if you get your tv signal with an antenna. It'll require a converter box.
Protecting your child from
With books soon to be closed, kids are going to have some extra time to spend on the net.
Sheriff's investigators in Lauderdale County are looking into a scam that's hit several residents on both sides of the Tennessee River.
More investigations into Alabama
A former president and nine other employees of Alabama A&M are under investigation after an audit revealed more than a million dollars in unaccounted charges.
The Lauderdale County Sheriff's Department is investigating a death in the Zip City community.
More investigations into Alabama
A former president and nine other employees of Alabama A&M are under investigation after an audit revealed more than a million dollars in unaccounted charges.
This is a disturbing case of animal abuse you'll only see and read on WAFF 48 News and WAFF.com. Someone dumped two dogs over a 6-foot fence.
Kids go there to eat pizza, have parties and play games. But a crook had a different "game" in mind. An illegal game of "finder's keepers."
Funeral arrangements set for
Funeral arrangements have been announced for a Valley pilot who was killed on duty.
It happened around 1:30 this afternoon on Hobbs Island Road near Chicksaw Landing in Madison County.
Could lemons in your
Many of us enjoy a squeeze of lemon in our iced tea when we eat out. But could the rind of the fruit and the rim of your glass be loaded with germs?
The University of North Alabama is giving back to the community after receiving a grant. This is the first time in history a literacy grant has been awarded to UNA.
Another business with a German connection is moving to Alabama.
Execution date to be
A new execution date will soon be set for a Valley man on death row.
Nick Haas recently moved to Huntsville with his wife and 11-month-old baby girl, Chloe.
Man is shot during
A shooting victim will face charges once he's released from the hospital.
A brush fire is burning out of control near Guntersville.
Local farmer spends Monday
Valley farmers are holding their breath during our cold snap this week.
A major drug bust in the Valley took an estimated $2 million in drugs off the street.
A Florence family is tired of having sewage leaking in their yard. They feel they have done everything they can to get it fixed.
Another death being investigated
Authorities are investigating another death at the Wilson Dam in Florence after a barge worker fell into the Tennessee River late Friday night.
25-year-old Javan Earl Chaney is in jail now because he allegedly violated parole and allegedly exposed himself on a couple of occasions.
Albertville's newest engine equipped
The Albertville Fire Department is adding a new engine to its fleet, but this truck looks a little different from all the others.
Franklin County Sheriff's Deputies have busted their second meth lab this week. They say the busts are part of an increasing trend in drug activity.
Smoking cigarettes is hazardous to your health. Stealing cigarettes is hazardous to your freedom. But recognizing a guy who keeps stealing cigarettes can be healthy for your bank account.
One killed in Friday
At least one person was killed late Friday night in a one-vehicle crash on Wilson Dam.
Funeral arraignments have been made for Matthew Mclain, the son of a Huntsville developer who was accidentally shot and killed friday morning.
Thug steals $1500.00 in
Piles of nickels, dimes, quarters, and several $100.00 bills were stolen from Joseph Daily while he was just trying to do his job.
Marshall County Commissioners feel they're getting the short end of the stick, and are well overdue for a raise.
Monday update: Butler High
Butler High School students returned from Spring Break to find someone had set fire to one of their sports' facilities. Investigators are calling the fire suspicious.
Thieves tore apart one Marshall County home, but they weren't looking for money or jewels. It's copper they're after.
Monday update: Butler High
Butler High School students returned from Spring Break to find someone had set fire to one of their sports' facilities. Investigators are calling the fire suspicious.
A wreck Monday afternoon in Huntsville shut down South Memorial Parkway for a while.
A preliminary hearing is expected Monday for Kenneth Shipp.
School buses hit hard
The cost of fuel continues to rise across the country. This increase is putting a strain on school districts that run their own buses.
Huntsville Mayor Loretta Spencer announced Wednesday she's running for re-election.
Accusations of grade changing at Alabama A&M. One professor is complaining that's what happened in his class and you won't believe who he says orchestrated the changes.
Prosecutors investigating bus crash
Coffee County's top prosecutor has taken over the investigation into a deadly March 9th bus crash at Fort Rucker.
Three people were forced to leave their house after a fire broke out early this morning.
Madison County Commissioner Mo Brooks says he will not run for Congress.
Business owner arrested for
A Huntsville businessman is arrested on 11 counts of sexual abuse.
A Valley man is accused of cashing a check that belonged to his boss.
Drivers on Highway 431 witnessed a unique display along the road today.
Residents want motorists to
The Harvest area is booming with new development and it's coming at a high rate of speed, but slow down on your way there.
A group of volunteers in the Shoals are making the lives of cancer patients better. They are giving women battling the disease a makeover.
Congressman Bud Cramer stepping
Congressman Bud Cramer has decided not to run for re-election.
Right now seniors in Decatur city high schools have 4 choices for diplomas.
Update on overnight accidentIt
It happened around 2 this morning at the intersection of Toney Road and Highway 53 in Toney.
A small city is in a bind. Residents are worried about messy parts of the city.
One dead in Saturday
One person is dead from a fatal car accident in Morgan County late Saturday night.
The jury is still deliberating the charges against Daniel Wade Moore, who is accused of killing Karen Tipton.
Three people are behind bars on drug charges stemming from separate incidents in Decatur.
Potholes taking over Valley
Rainy weather and cold temperatures have rutted roads and highways across the Valley.
A Valley restaurant that was known for its burgers has closed its doors.
Morgan county's recently-appointed district judge Charles Langham is the subject of a lawsuit filed by representative Ronald Grantland.
Authorities seeking bank robbery
Morgan County investigators are looking for a bank robbery suspect.
Fire has destroyed at least 20 units of an apartment complex in Madison.
Court allows state payment
A court decision Friday afternoon will allow the state to pay a portion of the Shaun Shapley's private investigator fee.
WAFF 48 News has an update on a wanted convicted sex offender featured on our To Catch a Predator segment a few weeks ago.
Morgan County investigators are looking for a bank robbery suspect.
Franklin County couple wanted
A Franklin County couple is on the run tonight after a meth lab was found in their home. Authorities say the couple have two young children that may be in danger.
DeKalb County schools were open today, but icy conditions kept some major roads closed. And that delayed the morning commute for many students.
Florence consolidates departmentsThe City
The City of Florence is trying to save money by consolidating departments. The change was a surprise to some city employees.
The Morgan County Rescue Squad got quite an impressive addition to its staff today.
The school's Board of Trustees met Friday and have severely restricted President Robert Jennings duties at the university.
Toyota donates thousands to
More funds are available to help tornado victims in Lawrence and Jackson counties.
A missing Marshall County felon has been found and is behind bars tonight.
Students want to put weather radios in the homes of folks who can't afford them.
Hartselle and ambulance service
Hartselle recently cited 2 ambulance companies for not complying with city code.
If you frequent parks very often you run a risk of having your car broken into.
Crime doesn't happen just after dark anymore.
Rep. Sue Schmitz indicted
State Rep. Sue Schmitz has been arrested on federal charges of taking $177,251 in pay from a program affiliated with Alabama's two-year college system despite doing hardly any work.
Owe big bucks toward student loans? The government may offer you some help, in the form of a tax break.
For many families, the decision to put a loved one in a nursing or assisted living facility is difficult. We've heard past accounts of abuse, neglect and harm. So what really goes on in a facility?
Do you know when
Do you know when Alabama's primaries are? If you don't, you're not alone.
For many families, the decision to put a loved one in a nursing or assisted living facility is difficult. We've heard past accounts of abuse, neglect and harm. So what really goes on in a facility?
State Rep. Sue Schmitz has been arrested on federal charges of taking $177,251 in pay from a program affiliated with Alabama's two-year college system despite doing hardly any work.
Man injured in early-Saturday
A man is in the hospital after suffering severe burns in a mobile home fire early Saturday morning.
Two people have been arrested after leading police on a high-speed chase.
Man injured in early-Saturday
A man is in the hospital after suffering severe burns in a mobile home fire early Saturday morning.
Crime doesn't happen just after dark anymore.
Jury selection to begin
Jury selection will begin Monday for the capital murder trial of Brian Butler.
ABC Agents and police shut down an illegal business that was accused of selling alcohol to minors and operating without a license.
Crime doesn't happen just after dark anymore.
Local trucker blamed for
A horrific accident left a woman dead and a Decatur man behind bars charged with murder and DUI.
Three people were arrested for a Thursday night home invasion style robbery on Thomas Road in Huntsville.
Lexington residents upset with
The residents that use Lexington's water service were surprised to find a $5 sewage charge on their water bill. It is surprising to some because they don't even use Lexington's sewage services.
Yesterday the Valley was hit by high winds. Colbert County was one of the hardest hit areas. Several homes were struck by trees.
Recently solved cold cases
The Wanda Mays and Bobby Kellum cases have generated new leads on other crimes from years past.
One man is recovering after his SUV flipped and trapped him underneath it.
Wife of slain officer
Leslie Freeman, wife of Huntsville Police Officer Eric Freeman, wants to ensure that all officers killed in the line of duty will be remembered.
Thanks to you, Marshall County's only wanted sex offender for the time being is behind bars.
The main suspect in a Valley arson case from last year is finally back in Limestone County.
Friendship between two men
A man literally stabbed his friend in the back yesterday afternoon.
It seems like we're hearing more and more about drug busts in the Valley.
NASA taps Huntsville native
Clyde S. "Chip" Jones, a native of Huntsville, Ala., has been appointed chief operating officer for Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans.
On Christmas Day, Adam Keeton, a ninth grader at Central High School in Lauderdale County, was diagnosed with a very rare cancer called acute myeloid leukemia.
Madison County sheriff's investigators got a call about someone stealing appliances on Mount Lebonon Road in northern Madison County.