Megan Brantley
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Huntsville, AL, United States
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Former educator works to provide students with free mental health care options in schools
MADISON, Ala. -- Alabama, unfortunately, is no stranger to school shootings. Sharon Willis was the principal at Discovery Middle in 2010, when a student brought a gun to school, and killed his classmate. Today, her mission is to help provide mental health counselors to local schools. → Read More
Madison mayor talks dollars and cents of potential baseball stadium
MADISON, Ala. - When it comes to the anchor of Town Madison, Mayor Paul Finley says they've had their eye on one thing: baseball. "It's our best option right now and the one that's in the hand," said Finley. We asked Mayor Finley about the what ifs. → Read More
Vote on Madison Baseball on the horizon
MADISON, Ala. -Mayor Paul Finley has confirmed to WHNT News 19 that the terms of a licensing agreement have been reached with Ballcorps, LLC and will be presented to the Madison City Council at Monday's council meeting. → Read More
Serving a meal and a prayer: How one Lawler’s BBQ Employee impacted a Madison family
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - Jackson Dollar could only take small bites while recovering from a procedure on his esophagus. On Saturday he was craving a loaded baked potato, so his mom, Kristy went to Lawler's to get one. → Read More
Huntsville named a ‘Place to Love’ on PBS travel show
Huntsville is a place to love. That's something we already know, but a recent visitor to the Tennessee Valley agrees. Samantha Brown's Places to Love is a new show set to hit the airways on PBS. → Read More
Alabama Greats, past and present coming to Parkway Place Mall
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - If you didn't manage to snag a ticket to the 2018 National Championship, never fear, you'll have another chance in February to see the Crimson Tide in person. Parkway Place Mall is hosting some of the Alabama Greats to sign autographs. → Read More
With low temperatures sticking around, protect your pets from the cold weather
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. -- You're probably aware of the dangers to pets when it's boiling hot outside. But cold weather is just as dangerous - if not more so! As many of us are moving indoors to keep out of the cold, our pets will want a warm place to stay too. → Read More
Sheffield juvenile goes missing on Christmas Eve
SHEFFIELD, Ala. - Sheffield Police are asking the public to be on the lookout for a missing/runaway juvenile from Sheffield. The young boy was last seen around 8 a.m. on Christmas Eve. His clothing and direction of travel are unknown. . → Read More
Crews working to put out apartment fire in downtown Fayetteville
FAYETTEVILLE, Tenn. - Fire crews are working to put out a fire on North Main Avenue in Downtown Fayetteville, according to city officials. The fire was located in the apartment above the Edward Jones building, beside Dixie Insurance. No word on any injuries at this time. → Read More
AL U.S. Senate Candidates utilizing social media to further campaign
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - With only seven days remaining until election day, both candidates are making their final pushes to get the votes. One of the easiest ways to communicate a platform is through social media, an avenue both Roy Moore and Doug Jones have embraced. → Read More
Opelika church receives backlash after posting political message on church sign
OPELIKA, Ala. - The Living Way Ministries Church in Opelika, Alabama is receiving harsh criticism after a picture surfaced online of the church's sign that read "They falsely accused Jesus. Vote Roy Moore. → Read More
One man transported to the hospital after car hits train in downtown Huntsville
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - WHNT News 19 was on the scene shortly after a car hit a train near Pratt Avenue and Meridian Street on Sunday. One male was taken to the hospital. Huntsville Fire and Rescue, HEMSI and the Huntsville Police Department were all on the scene. → Read More
Madison Police looking for juvenile runaway
MADISON, Ala. - The Madison Police Department is looking for juvenile runaway Mykal Doonan. Police say he left the Walmart on Madison Boulevard. He's described as a 12 year old boy who is biracial. He was last seen wearing camo shorts and a blue shirt. → Read More
One person sent to hospital after officer involved shooting in Huntsville
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - The spokesperson for HEMSI confirms there has been an officer involved shooting. Police have blocked off traffic near Shields Road and Old Gurley Road. One person has been transported to Huntsville Hospital. → Read More
Memorial Parkway closed between Oakwood and University due to traffic accident
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - Memorial Parkway is closed between Oakwood and University due to a traffic accident. According to Huntsville Utilities a car struck a utility pole, shutting off power in the area. → Read More
ALEA confirms one is dead after car crash involving pedestrian in Limestone County
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - Alabama State Troopers say they were on the scene of a car crash involving a pedestrian on Alabama 99 in Limestone County. The call came in just after 5 p.m. of a pedestrian struck. The victim, 74-year-old Cordell Barnett, was pronounced dead on the scene. → Read More
Local lawn care service honored by the Queen of England for charitable works
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - For the last three years, one man has made it his mission to help others. Now he's being recognized for his good deeds by the Queen of England. In those three short years, Rodney Smith Jr. → Read More
App lets people send anonymous tips to the school system
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - Last week there were a few perceived threats involving Grissom High School that caused several parents to reach out to WHNT and the school because they were worried about their children's safety. → Read More
Raising Men Lawn Care spending off-season collecting Christmas gifts for the homeless
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - During the spring and summer, Rodney Smith, Jr.`s mission is to help the elderly, single moms, veterans and the disabled of the community, by mowing lawns through Raising Men Lawn Care. But come winter, even in Alabama, the lawns don`t need much tending to. → Read More
Church Street Cumberland Presbyterian demolished as church members watch
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - It’s a landmark that’s been here on Church Street for 143 years. Built in 1874, the Church Street Cumberland Presbyterian Church has seen a few renovations, name changes and notable people walk through its doors over the years. “Dr. → Read More