Local news for Central Alabama, Alabama.https://centralalabamaherald.com/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/huntsville-hospital-sees-28-drop-in-workplace-violence-security-team-among-natio/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/huntsville-hospital-sees-28-drop-in-workplace-violence-security-team-among-natio/HH Health says workplace violence incidents have fallen 28.3% over three years, and its Safety, Security & Parking team is one of eight national finalists for an Outstanding Security Team Award.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTAma Boatenghttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/democrat-sneed-says-government-reform-accountability-will-define-challenge-for-5/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/democrat-sneed-says-government-reform-accountability-will-define-challenge-for-5/Andrew Sneed, who won the June 16 Democratic runoff, says voter frustration with Washington gives him an opening in Alabama's 5th District, and he is building his campaign around a five-point reform pledge.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMTAma Boatenghttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/mae-adams-servisfirst-bank-huntsville-vice-president-private-banking-officer-hun/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/mae-adams-servisfirst-bank-huntsville-vice-president-private-banking-officer-hun/Mae Adams, a vice president and private banking officer at ServisFirst Bank, balances a large client portfolio with leadership roles at the library foundation, HudsonAlpha and Huntsville Hospital.Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:00 GMTLauren Collinshttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/torian-blackburn-the-orion-amphitheater-partnerships-and-community-engagement-ma/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/torian-blackburn-the-orion-amphitheater-partnerships-and-community-engagement-ma/The venue's Partnerships and Community Engagement Manager discusses her Huntsville roots, her mentors, and an idea for a tech-free social club.Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 GMTLauren Collinshttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/uah-defeats-alabama-a-m-in-women-s-mayor-s-cup-contest/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/uah-defeats-alabama-a-m-in-women-s-mayor-s-cup-contest/The University of Alabama in Huntsville beat its cross-town rival on the road in the season-opening exhibition, ending a long drought against the Bulldogs.Tue, 28 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMTAma Boatenghttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/bank47-brings-concierge-banking-to-downtown-huntsville-huntsville-business-journ/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/bank47-brings-concierge-banking-to-downtown-huntsville-huntsville-business-journ/The new bank opened its Church Street location on May 29, betting that personal, relationship-based service can carve out a niche in a crowded local market.Thu, 05 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMTAma Boatenghttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/after-school-bash-to-support-huntsville-teachers-with-school-supplies-needed-to/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/after-school-bash-to-support-huntsville-teachers-with-school-supplies-needed-to/The community event will collect school supplies for Huntsville-area teachers through a 'Stuff the Squad Car' drive.Wed, 21 May 2025 12:00:00 GMTAma Boatenghttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/now-hear-this-navy-set-to-drop-anchor-in-the-rocket-city/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/now-hear-this-navy-set-to-drop-anchor-in-the-rocket-city/More than 50 sailors will take part in outreach, volunteer and community events across Huntsville next week as the Navy marks its 250th birthday.Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMTAma Boatenghttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/altitude-trampoline-park-celebrated-grand-reopening-with-several-new-attractions/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/altitude-trampoline-park-celebrated-grand-reopening-with-several-new-attractions/The University Drive park marked its relaunch with a three-day celebration after expanding from 15 attractions to 25, including a new area for children as young as six months.Fri, 11 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMTLauren Collinshttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/fuel-alabama-innovate-alabama-connect-college-interns-with-communities/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/fuel-alabama-innovate-alabama-connect-college-interns-with-communities/The Economic Development Partnership of Alabama has selected 10 host communities, including the Huntsville area, for this summer's FuelAL program aimed at connecting college students with Alabama careers.Wed, 05 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMTLauren Collinshttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/buon-appetito-osteria-luca-to-add-to-huntsville-s-food-scene-with-genuine-italia/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/buon-appetito-osteria-luca-to-add-to-huntsville-s-food-scene-with-genuine-italia/The Charlotte-based Italian restaurant will open its first location outside North Carolina on Governors Drive, bringing handmade pastas and wood-fired pizzas to North Alabama.Wed, 04 Dec 2024 12:00:00 GMTAma Boatenghttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/permits-for-assault-weapons-coming-campaign-donations-rundown-and-mysterious-ste/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/permits-for-assault-weapons-coming-campaign-donations-rundown-and-mysterious-ste/A roundup of North Alabama news covers prefiled legislation in Montgomery, campaign finance totals in two Huntsville City Council races, grocery expansion in Madison County and a downtown marketing campaign.Fri, 02 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMTLauren Collinshttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/embassy-suites-by-hilton-huntsville-unveils-makeover/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/embassy-suites-by-hilton-huntsville-unveils-makeover/The 295-room hotel, the oldest in downtown Huntsville, unveiled its refreshed look at a ribbon-cutting ceremony this week.Thu, 16 May 2024 12:00:00 GMTLauren Collinshttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/highway-sign-commemorates-guardsmen-who-perished-in-north-alabama-helicopter-cra/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/highway-sign-commemorates-guardsmen-who-perished-in-north-alabama-helicopter-cra/A state lawmaker has paid for a memorial sign on Alabama Highway 53 at the spot where two Tennessee National Guard aviators died last February.Wed, 13 Mar 2024 12:00:00 GMTLauren Collinshttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/housing-supply-continues-to-increase-but-can-it-meet-demand-huntsville-business/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/housing-supply-continues-to-increase-but-can-it-meet-demand-huntsville-business/Listings for sale in Huntsville and Madison County have grown sharply, yet a national shortage of homes and steady demand leave the local market primed for a busy April.Mon, 03 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMTAma Boatenghttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/uah-hosts-2nd-annual-engineering-showcase-to-celebrate-engineers-week-2023-hunts/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/uah-hosts-2nd-annual-engineering-showcase-to-celebrate-engineers-week-2023-hunts/The University of Alabama in Huntsville drew about 230 undergraduate presenters and 150 community partners to its showcase during Engineers Week, Feb. 19-25.Mon, 27 Feb 2023 12:00:00 GMTAma Boatenghttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/midcity-announces-new-108m-multifamily-development-huntsville-business-journal/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/midcity-announces-new-108m-multifamily-development-huntsville-business-journal/The six-story Wellory Living development, planned for the corner of Old Monrovia and Stax Street, is designed to generate as much renewable power as it consumes.Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:00:00 GMTAma Boatenghttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/new-plasma-stratification-computer-model-has-manufacturing-space-science-uses-hu/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/new-plasma-stratification-computer-model-has-manufacturing-space-science-uses-hu/A new simulation tool from The University of Alabama in Huntsville and CFD Research Corp. could help manufacturers avoid unwanted plasma stratification and may also aid space weather forecasting.Tue, 13 Dec 2022 12:00:00 GMTLauren Collinshttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/serious-gaming-huntsville-s-i3-launches-chapter-of-vrara/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/serious-gaming-huntsville-s-i3-launches-chapter-of-vrara/The Huntsville-based developer of military training simulations has joined the VR/AR Association after its products earned several awards.Fri, 11 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMTAma Boatenghttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/arcadia-mixed-use-development-joins-cummings-research-park/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/arcadia-mixed-use-development-joins-cummings-research-park/Developers broke ground Monday on a 250-unit residential, office and retail complex across from the Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering.Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMTAma Boatenghttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/a-hidden-tradition-benjamin-moser-wants-you-to-know-jewish-anti-zionism-is-not-new/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/a-hidden-tradition-benjamin-moser-wants-you-to-know-jewish-anti-zionism-is-not-new/In a new book and a series of interviews, the Pulitzer-winning writer argues that Jewish opposition to Zionism has deep roots, even as critics fault his methods and tone.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/a-match-like-no-other-el-clasico-awaits-a-yamal-vs-mbappe-showdown/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/a-match-like-no-other-el-clasico-awaits-a-yamal-vs-mbappe-showdown/The rivalry between Barcelona and Real Madrid is set to reach new heights as Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe face off in El Clasico.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/a-senior-dog-vanished-from-a-warren-yard-days-later-she-came-back-burned/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/a-senior-dog-vanished-from-a-warren-yard-days-later-she-came-back-burned/A Warren couple is seeking answers after their 16-year-old dog, Ellie, disappeared from their yard and was brought to a veterinary clinic days later with burn injuries.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNatalia Camposhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/afp-boss-says-politicians-heated-rhetoric-is-fuelling-threats-against-mps/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/afp-boss-says-politicians-heated-rhetoric-is-fuelling-threats-against-mps/Commissioner Krissy Barrett says political conflict can prompt an immediate rise in threats as the alleged attack on Helen Haines renews concerns about MPs’ safety.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/ageing-users-and-record-deaths-the-data-behind-britain-s-9-8bn-a-year-cocaine-habit/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/ageing-users-and-record-deaths-the-data-behind-britain-s-9-8bn-a-year-cocaine-habit/New estimates put English cocaine consumption at a street value of £9.8bn a year, with older users driving a record rise in deaths even as survey numbers stay flat.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/ai-s-opportunity-divide-could-deepen-global-inequality-un-official-warns/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/ai-s-opportunity-divide-could-deepen-global-inequality-un-official-warns/A senior International Telecommunication Union official says gaps in infrastructure, skills and adoption could leave developing countries behind as artificial intelligence reshapes economies.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/algerian-parliament-s-upper-house-approves-troop-deployment-to-niger/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/algerian-parliament-s-upper-house-approves-troop-deployment-to-niger/The upper house of Algeria's parliament has unanimously voted to allow military forces to be stationed in neighboring Niger, marking the country's first such mission since 1973.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/ali-g-who-iz-i-stooge-says-he-was-in-on-joke-but-didn-t-tell-sacha-baron-cohen-he-s-not-go/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/ali-g-who-iz-i-stooge-says-he-was-in-on-joke-but-didn-t-tell-sacha-baron-cohen-he-s-not-go/Joshua Loudermilk, one of two men shown as unwitting participants in Ali G: Who Iz I?, says he recognised the star during filming and kept up his act, though the film's representatives maintain he was not in on the joke.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/all-aboard-the-traintok-trend-spotters-and-staff-boost-rail-content-online/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/all-aboard-the-traintok-trend-spotters-and-staff-boost-rail-content-online/Train content has seen a huge increase on TikTok in the last three months.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/almost-two-thirds-of-australians-bulk-billed-for-all-gp-care-amid-extra-incentives-for-doc/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/almost-two-thirds-of-australians-bulk-billed-for-all-gp-care-amid-extra-incentives-for-doc/A new college of GPs report finds the share of doctors bulk-billing every patient has more than doubled in a year, though experts say affordability is only part of the picture.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/analysis-can-tennessee-execute-christa-pike-again-after-failed-lethal-injection-cbc-news/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/analysis-can-tennessee-execute-christa-pike-again-after-failed-lethal-injection-cbc-news/After a failed lethal injection earlier this month, legal experts say double jeopardy, cruel and unusual punishment claims and Pike's mental state could all complicate any second attempt.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/analysis-oct-7-changed-israeli-society-will-it-also-lead-to-a-change-in-leadership-cbc-new/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/analysis-oct-7-changed-israeli-society-will-it-also-lead-to-a-change-in-leadership-cbc-new/With polls showing the country split almost evenly, Israel's longest-serving prime minister could still survive Tuesday's election despite the fallout from the Hamas-led attacks of Oct. 7, 2023.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/as-yemen-s-houthis-continue-strikes-saudi-arabia-is-looking-to-the-us-for-advanced-ai-weap/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/as-yemen-s-houthis-continue-strikes-saudi-arabia-is-looking-to-the-us-for-advanced-ai-weap/With Houthi strikes ongoing, Riyadh is relying on American intelligence and an AI targeting tool, raising questions about effectiveness and civilian risk.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/asher-grunis-head-of-submarine-affair-commission-steps-down-due-to-health-the-jerusalem-po/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/asher-grunis-head-of-submarine-affair-commission-steps-down-due-to-health-the-jerusalem-po/Asher Grunis, 81, has stepped down as head of the commission examining Israel's submarine and naval vessel deals, just ahead of hearings on personal responsibility set to begin on November 1.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/australian-grand-prix-called-off-as-rain-spoils-phillip-island-sendoff/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/australian-grand-prix-called-off-as-rain-spoils-phillip-island-sendoff/Heavy rain and poor visibility grounded the medical helicopter, forcing organisers to scrap the MotoGP race at Phillip Island in front of a sold-out crowd.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/bandages-for-the-heart-jerusalem-artist-takes-life-s-challenges-as-they-come-the-jerusalem/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/bandages-for-the-heart-jerusalem-artist-takes-life-s-challenges-as-they-come-the-jerusalem/Swiss-born multidisciplinary artist Ariane Littman is showing work in several Israeli venues that uses medical gauze to reflect on the Oct. 7 attack, grief and recovery.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/bangladesh-per-capita-gdp-forecast-to-outstrip-india-s-what-does-it-mean/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/bangladesh-per-capita-gdp-forecast-to-outstrip-india-s-what-does-it-mean/The IMF forecasts Bangladesh's per capita GDP will edge above India's in 2026, though India retains a far larger economy and stronger growth momentum.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/benjamin-netanyahu-presses-donald-trump-for-support-ahead-of-israel-elections-the-jerusale/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/benjamin-netanyahu-presses-donald-trump-for-support-ahead-of-israel-elections-the-jerusale/With elections two days away, the Israeli prime minister is reportedly seeking fresh public support from the US president, even as parts of the American administration signal they are ready to work with any new government.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/bots-deepfakes-and-surveillance-israel-s-election-goes-to-war-online/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/bots-deepfakes-and-surveillance-israel-s-election-goes-to-war-online/With rival political blocs virtually tied before Tuesday’s vote, Israeli parties are using bots, manipulated videos and turnout technology to rally supporters.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/brandon-miller-scores-34-points-as-the-hornets-beat-the-winless-heat-115-110-wsv/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/brandon-miller-scores-34-points-as-the-hornets-beat-the-winless-heat-115-110-wsv/Charlotte answered a lopsided home-opener defeat with a 115-110 victory over Miami, leaving the Heat at 0-3 despite a late rally.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTMiguel Hernandezhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/brazilians-vote-in-presidential-election-runoff-pitting-leftist-lula-against-far-right-bol/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/brazilians-vote-in-presidential-election-runoff-pitting-leftist-lula-against-far-right-bol/Brazilians head to the polls on Sunday in a closely fought presidential runoff in which the leftist incumbent seeks to overturn a first-round defeat to the far-right senator.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/bulgaria-holds-presidential-elections-amid-divisions-over-ukraine-war/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/bulgaria-holds-presidential-elections-amid-divisions-over-ukraine-war/Bulgarians cast ballots on Sunday in a presidential race split over ties with Moscow, as drone strikes off the country's Black Sea coast underscore the war's proximity.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/bulgarians-vote-for-president-in-shadow-of-russia-s-war-in-ukraine/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/bulgarians-vote-for-president-in-shadow-of-russia-s-war-in-ukraine/Bulgarians cast ballots for a new president with former caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov and acting President Iliana Iotova leading a 27-candidate field, as drone attacks on ships off the coast sharpen debate over ties with Russia and the West.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/bust-companies-revived-in-phoenix-deals-more-likely-to-fail-again-study-finds/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/bust-companies-revived-in-phoenix-deals-more-likely-to-fail-again-study-finds/Research commissioned by the Guardian found that companies bought back by former directors or shareholders out of administration were far more likely to collapse a second time and paid creditors much less.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/california-leader-calls-attack-on-alleged-noncitizen-voting-weaponizing-the-law/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/california-leader-calls-attack-on-alleged-noncitizen-voting-weaponizing-the-law/Rob Bonta says federal demands to verify about 20,000 suspected noncitizen ballots are politically motivated, as an appeals court prepares to hear the dispute.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/can-former-serbian-president-aleksandar-vucic-secure-new-mandate-in-elections-the-jerusale/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/can-former-serbian-president-aleksandar-vucic-secure-new-mandate-in-elections-the-jerusale/Former president Aleksandar Vucic is asking voters for a fresh mandate after nearly two years of unrest, with polls giving his coalition a lead over a student-backed opposition list.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/canada-needs-concrete-results-from-eu-summit-former-envoy-says-cbc-news/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/canada-needs-concrete-results-from-eu-summit-former-envoy-says-cbc-news/Stéphane Dion, Canada's former special envoy to the European Union, says this week's two day summit in Montreal must deliver tangible outcomes on trade, security and other files rather than another vague communiqué.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/centcom-chief-brad-cooper-flies-over-hormuz-during-middle-east-visit-the-jerusalem-post/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/centcom-chief-brad-cooper-flies-over-hormuz-during-middle-east-visit-the-jerusalem-post/Adm. Brad Cooper toured the strait on Sunday and said commercial traffic can move freely, even as President Trump accuses Iran of inventing reports of attacks and mines.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/centcom-reportedly-has-plans-for-iran-strikes-will-trump-approve-them/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/centcom-reportedly-has-plans-for-iran-strikes-will-trump-approve-them/CENTCOM has drawn up plans for renewed attacks on Iran, according to The Hill, while President Donald Trump keeps both military action and a deal on the table.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralalabamaherald.com/article/charles-anderson-obituary-lakeville-mn-1945-2026/https://centralalabamaherald.com/article/charles-anderson-obituary-lakeville-mn-1945-2026/Charles Ralph Anderson, who passed away on October 16, 2026, will be remembered for his devotion to family and commitment to serving others.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTAnna Nowak