News & Updates
Huntsville Animal Services Launches New “Paws in the Park” Outdoor Event Series
October 26, 2026
Huntsville Animal Services (HAS), in partnership with Healthy Huntsville, is excited to announce Paws in the Park, a brand‑new series of outdoor walking events designed to bring the community together, highlight Huntsville’s park trails and give shelter dogs a relaxing break from the shelter environment. Paws in the Park will take place at two favorite local spots: Hays Nature Preserve – November 7, 8 to 11 a.m. Indian Creek Greenway – November 14, [more]
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October 26, 2026
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Read MoreHPD arrests woman in connection with stabbing at Oakwood University
October 25, 2026
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) has arrested a woman in connection with a stabbing at Oakwood University early Sunday morning. On Oct. 25 around 12:30 a.m., officers responded to the 5000 block of Campus Drive for a reported assault involving a knife. The victim was transported to a hospital in a personal vehicle with injuries that were not considered life-threatening. HPD’s Violent Crimes Unit determined that Dameesha Norice Macklin, 25, of Houston, [more]
Read MoreGet an inside look at HPD during first-of-its-kind career event
October 23, 2026
A career with the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) involves more than what you see on patrol, and HPD is giving prospective applicants and their families a chance to see that firsthand. “Inside HPD: Career Opportunities” will take place Saturday, Nov. 7 at 9 a.m. at the Huntsville Public Safety Training Academy, 5365 Triana Blvd. SW. Attendees can meet officers from across the department, learn about their day-to-day responsibilities, ask questions and get [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville reinvests opioid settlement funds to fight substance abuse
October 22, 2026
The City of Huntsville approved funding from opioid settlements to two agencies to continue the fight against substance abuse. Wellstone will receive up to $3 million (with no more than $1 million per year starting in the 2028 fiscal year) as it constructs a 16-bed mental health crisis facility. The funding will go to furnishings, fixtures and equipment as well as mental health professional staff salaries once the facility opens. Wellstone served [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville sets zoning for 2 large acreages
October 22, 2026
The City of Huntsville finalized zoning changes for two large acreages in east and west Huntsville. The City Council approved the zoning of 536.68 acres in east Huntsville to Residence 1 and Residence 2 Districts. Known as Cleary Farm, private developers are planning to build single-family homes on the land west of U.S. 72 and north and south of Little Cove Road. Much of the land will also be preserved in [more]
Read MoreHPD operation targeting gun violence yields 19 firearms, nine arrests
October 22, 2026
A three-day operation targeting gun violence in Huntsville resulted in the recovery of 19 firearms and the arrests of nine individuals, as the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) and its local, state and federal law enforcement partners conducted proactive patrols across the city. The operation, held Oct. 16–18, focused on increasing law enforcement visibility, identifying criminal activity and recovering illegally possessed firearms before they could be used in violent crimes. Of the [more]
Read MoreVeterans invited to free Serving for Service pickleball event
October 20, 2026
Huntsville Parks & Recreation invites veterans to participate in Serving for Service on Monday, Nov. 9 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Optimist Recreation Center, 703 Oakwood Ave. NE The free open-play pickleball event honors the service and sacrifice of those who have served in the military and provides veterans a setting to connect with fellow service members through recreation and enjoy healthy competition on the pickleball court. “Serving for Service [more]
Read MoreHop on board: Huntsville Transit offering shuttle for Billy Strings weekend
October 19, 2026
Concertgoers heading to the Orion Amphitheater Oct. 23 and 24 will once again have a safe, reliable and stress-free transportation option thanks to Huntsville Transit’s special-event shuttle service running between downtown Huntsville and The Orion. The Orion Express will operate continuous trips before and after the show, both days, offering attendees a convenient alternative to parking and post-event traffic. Shuttles will run every 15 minutes from 4–7 p.m., with return service [more]
Read MoreHPD arrests man in fatal domestic violence incident on Blue Spring Road
October 16, 2026
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) has arrested a man following a domestic violence incident that left his father dead and mother injured. On Thursday, Oct. 15, around 8:30 p.m., officers responded to a reported cutting in progress in the 4100 block of Blue Spring Road. Upon arrival, officers located a man suffering from serious injuries and a woman with multiple lacerations. Officers also located and detained the suspect, Jamar Montez McCaulley, [more]
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