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The average 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate jumped an incredible 27 basis points Friday morning, following the release of a Labor Department report. The report showed that the U.S. economy added many more jobs in the month of September, 2024 than had been anticipated, with unemployment falling to 4.1%. This...

Temple B'nai Sholom and First Baptist Church (FBC) of Huntsville held a memorial service Monday night joining forces to commemorate the deadly October 7 attacks on Israel one year ago today.

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Skateboarding enthusiasts of all skill levels were invited to the Get-A-Way Skate Park off Airport Road on Sunday in order to brush up their skills, aided by guidance from two professionals who were part of a history-making Olympic team. Bryce Wettstein and Jordyn Barratt are both...

CVS Health is expanding its reach across Alabama with the openings of three new clinics in the state. These innovative care centers feature a CVS Pharmacy and Oak Street Health Primary Care Clinic under one roof – offering patients the ability to see a healthcare provider and pharmacist in one visit. New locations are opening in Montgomery, Huntsville and Tuscaloosa and are available for Medicare-eligible adults. Ahmed Mohiuddin is the senior medical director for Oak Street Health in Alabama. He says that the collaboration between physicians and pharmacist make it easier for patients to receive care.

MADISON, Ala. — The City of Madison will hold a Drug Take-Back event on Saturday, October 26, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Madison City Hall, located at 100 Hughes Road. The event will take place in the front parking lot and will operate as a drive-thru for convenience.

MADISON – They did it again! The many volunteers who pitched in to plan and work at this year’s Madison Street Festival, produced another stellar event. If you were in downtown Madison on Saturday and expected to have a wonderful time in an amazing atmosphere, then you were not disappointed. This year’s Madison Street Festival was one of the best in the 42 years of the festival.

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - The active hurricane season is straining local resources. Some groups say they are still focused on the recovery in North Carolina and are waiting to see what happens in Florida. Multiple nonprofits say their number one focus right now is aiding in Helene’s relief before moving...

DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) - The Decatur Police Department has released new information about the department’s new executive plan. In August, Police Chief Todd Pinion released the plan in hopes of strengthening the trust between the community and law enforcement. On Tuesday, Pinion released more details on his plan and...

More and more Americans are being faced with homelessness across the board, but the increase in numbers is significantly affecting one population in particular: veterans.

Disclosure: State of Alabama-based writer. This article is a work from cited sources for informational purposes and is used with permission. No affiliate links are included. In response to numerous complaints from Athens residents about missed trash pickups, damaged property, and other sanitation-related concerns, the City of Athens has introduced a new solution to make things better for its residents.

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The American Red Cross is urgently seeking blood donations to replenish supplies hit hard by Hurricane Helene. The storm has caused the cancellation of over 100 blood drives in the Southeast, leading to thousands of missed donations. Donors outside the affected areas are encouraged to give...

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Legendary singer-songwriter Dean Dillon, a three-time Grammy nominee with 26 No. 1 singles to his songwriting credit, will be front and center in Huntsville this week. A Dean Dillon & Friends Songwriters Celebration will be held at Propst Arena on Oct. 8 at 7 p.m. Among...

Limestone County Sheriff Josh McLaughlin announced the roll out for the Sheriff's department new custom smartphone app.

Kara Cunningham hosted an insulin drop-off at Reseda Nursery on Highway 72 in Madison as a way to get medical supplies to communities impacted by Helene.

Huntsville, AL, will enjoy a warm and sunny week, with clear skies dominating the forecast. Wednesday will bring more sunshine, with highs near 82°F. Winds from the north will blow at 5 mph, making for a pleasant day. The evening will see clear skies and lows around 54°F.

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Temple B’nai Sholom and First Baptist Church Huntsville partnered to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Israel-Hamas conflict on Sunday, with a day of remembrance that included an art exhibit and a memorial service. The day began with an art exhibit featuring paintings by artists...

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Get ready to lace up your running shoes! The Huntsville Botanical Garden is inviting runners and walkers of all ages to register for its Galaxy of Lights 5K Race and 3K Fun Run, scheduled for December 2 and 3. On December 2, the timed 5K race...

QUEENS, N.Y. — Huntsville City Football Club ended its 2024 season with a 1-0 victory against New York City FC II at Belson Stadium. Goalkeeper Ben Martino made five saves as he kept his first clean sheet of the year. The Boys in Blue got on the board in...