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Dangers of leaving children unattended in hot vehicles
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — It's that time of year. The summer heat is kicking and sticking. So, just a reminder for parents, making the decision to leave children unattended in a parked vehicle is a major safety risk. According to the CDC heat related deaths and illnesses are preventable. Despite this fact, approximately twelve hundred people in the United States are killed by extreme heat every year.
ADEM Burn Ban Affects Nearby Counties
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — As springtime blossoms across Alabama, residents are urged to familiarize themselves with regulations concerning vegetation disposal and burning, as outlined by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM). It is important to keep in mind that from May 1 to October 31, vegetative or land-clearing burning...
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the TN Valley is looking for community support to keep doors open.
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — When it's come to being a "big" for Big Brothers Big Sisters, the gift of a smile can be rewarding "It's really great to see their faces light up," former Big Ciara White shares. "They just get excited that they finally have someone that's dedicated just to them. The kids do so much better. We've had littles that have come in doing really poorly on schoolwork and then with the help of their big brother, big sister, they've done so much better in schoolwork. They're excelling in classes and they're on the track to college."
UPDATE: Huntsville Police have found missing woman
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — UPDATE: Huntsville Police Department have found Carmen Hale. Previous: Huntsville Police Department is asking for the community's help in finding 34-year-old Carmen Hale, who was last seen on Friday. Hale, described as 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing 190 pounds, was wearing a red jacket and blue jeans, and carrying a backpack when she disappeared from her apartment complex at 1028 Balch Road.
Huntsville enforces hands-free ordinance to combat distracted driving
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Starting July 1, an ordinance in Huntsville will prohibit the use of handheld devices while driving, aiming to increase safety and accountability on the roads. This ordinance, initially started on January 1, now allows police officers to stop and cite drivers for using handheld devices, shifting...
Huntsville Metropolitan Planning Organization wants your input on new bicycle plan
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Air up your tires, strap on your helmet and get ready to hit the road! The Huntsville Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) wants to hear from you!. The MPO is developing a plan to create a safer, ore connected bicycle network and wans your input. The plan will identify future bicycle routes, lanes and trails that connect people to popular destinations within Huntsville, Madison, Madison County, Triana and Owens Cross Roads areas.
Grilling Safety 101
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Believe it or not, July 4th is next week! Everyone always gets excited for the national holiday, but also for the food made for the special occasion. "This time of year, more people are going to be using grills and having outdoor activities and stuff," says Decatur Fire and Rescue Lt. Brandon Sivley, Community Risk Reduction Officer.
United Way of Madison County asks everyone to participate in community-wide needs assessment
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Cathy Miller, Community Impact director with the United Way knows a thing or two about trends and the useful information they can provide. "So, we do these every three year and in fact, we've seen this with community growth and trends. So, trends in challenges with housing and attainability of housing for everybody, we've seen challenges in our achievement gap for children between children of color and primary Caucasian population. also, poverty, non-poverty. We've seen workforce development be a great challenge in this community and as we've grown, we've seen that more,"
South Star Music Festival opens food vendor applications
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — South Star festival organizers announced today that food vendor applications for the South Star Music Festival are now open!!. Food vendors will be needed at John Hunt Park for the entire two-day event on September 28-29. The application is exclusively for those who would like reserved spot at the festival.
Alabama A&M ups their bid to purchase Birmingham Southern College
ALABAMA, USA — Back at the start of May, Alabama A&M University (AAMU) made a $52 million bid to purchase Birmingham Southern College. Now Alabama A&M has made a second offer to BSC, upping their bid to over $13 million more than their initial offer. According to AAMU, their...
Artfully North Alabama: Meet Willette Tate
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Artfully North Alabama is back for another summer! FOX54 News debuted this series last year and highlighted unique artists across the Tennessee valley. We meet an artist who has no bounds, but fashion design is what we'll spotlight, and how she does it is what's turning heads.
Skyfire relocates headquarters to Huntsville, expanding presence in drone innovation
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Skyfire Consulting, a public safety UAS consulting group, announced on Tuesday its move from Atlanta to Huntsville. The relocation, supported by a partnership with the city and Huntsville International Airport, places Skyfire at the heart of the aerospace and defense hub with collaboration and innovation in the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) industry.
Huntsville Police seek help finding package theft suspect
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Huntsville Police are asking for your help to identify a suspect involved in a string of package thefts across the area. The Huntsville Police Property Crimes Unit released surveillance photos of a man who allegedly stole an iPhone 15 from a home's porch in southeast Huntsville on June 14. The theft happened just before noon, with the suspect carrying a GrubHub red bag. He was later seen leaving the scene in a gray-colored vehicle.
Madison County Sheriff’s Office issues public alert due to increase in scam calls
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The Madison County Sheriff’s Office has issued a public alert following an increase in scam calls targeting local residents. Authorities say scammers are calling people and lying about them having warrants or being involved in crimes. These calls often demand immediate payment of fines or penalties.
Keeping your dogs cool during the summer heat
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Summer is in full swing and temperatures are rapidly rising. While people are looking to cool off themselves, they're also looking for ways to cool off their pets. "Normal dog body temperature is around 100, 101, 102," says Stefany McBride, Huntsville Animal Services Animal Care Supervisor,...
No more personal devices on school wi-fi, says Madison County School System
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The Madison County School System has announced a policy change that will affect students who have been using the district's wi-fi system. Effective July 1, students' personal technology devices will not be allowed to access the wi-fi system. "This move is designed to bolster the learning...
Standoff situation resolved after disrupting neighborhood in southwest Huntsville
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — One person was taken into custody after engaging officers in a standoff situation in a southwest Huntsville neighborhood Monday afternoon. Huntsville Police confirmed with FOX54 News just after 3 p.m. that officers were assisting a U.S. Marshals task force in serving one felony warrant against a suspect when that suspect barricaded inside a home on Wyandotte Drive, south of Redstone Road.
Miles College signs letter of intent to acquire Birmingham-Southern College
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Fairfield-based Miles College, a private liberal arts and Historically Black College, has signed a letter of intent to obtain the property and assets of Birmingham-Southern College, FOX54 confirmed on Monday. A representative from Miles College who confirmed the letter said there would be no further comment...
4th of July fireworks shows | 2024 North Alabama Events
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — North Alabama is gearing up for a dazzling Fourth of July with a variety of fireworks shows. Here’s a roundup of where you can catch the festivities:. When: June 29 from 1-9:30 p.m. Highlights: Free activities for the kids and Neal McCoy performing. Free to...
Executive Director of Singing River Trail arrested on child pornography charges
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The Executive Director of Singing River Trail was arrested on child pornography charges this morning. John Kvach faces six charges related to possession and distribution of child pornography. He was released late Monday afternoon after posting $100,000 bond. A spokesperson for the Madison County Sheriff's Office...
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