Kate Norum

Huntsville

Digital Content Producer at WAFF-TV (Huntsville, AL)

dcp @waff48 | sports reporter turned digital producer | @kennesawstate alum | latte art enthusiast | opinions = my own

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Officials identify Florence man killed in wreck involving 18-wheeler

2 days ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

LAUDERDALE CO., Ala. (WAFF) - One person was killed in a wreck involving an 18-wheeler on Wednesday afternoon in Lauderdale County, according to Lauderdale County Sheriff Joe Hamilton. Officials say 55-year-old Christopher Calvert was pronounced dead on the scene after his 2003 Ford Ranger struck a 2022 Freightliner Cascadia tractor-trailer. The driver of the tractor-trailer, 31-year-old Xaier Collings, was injured and transported to North Alabama Medical Center for treatment.
Alabama 36 in Morgan Co. closed due to flooded roadway

2 days ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

MORGAN CO., Ala. (WAFF) - Flooded roads are causing issues in Morgan County on Wednesday night, according to officials with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. Officials said the flooding began around 5:50 p.m., with all lanes of Alabama 36 near Cut Off Road to Alabama 67 to be closed. The roadway will be closed for an undetermined amount of time. Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Highway Patrol Division are investigating.
Portion of Hwy. 20 in Lauderdale Co. shut down due to 18-wheeler wreck

2 days ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

LAUDERDALE CO., Ala. (WAFF) - A portion of Highway 20 in Lauderdale County is shut down due to a wreck involving an 18-wheeler on Wednesday, according to the Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office. Officials said the incident happened on Highway 20 near County Road 228. Officials also said there is also total road blockage and the roadway is expected to be shut for several hours. Drivers are urged to use County Road 200 as an alternate route.
More charges filed against Limestone Co. man in connection with teen’s death

3 days ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

ELKMONT, Ala. (WAFF) - More charges have been filed against a Limestone County man in connection with the death of 18-year-old Ava Bochnia, according to the Limestone County Sheriff’s Office. Johnathan Etter was arrested on April 18, 2025, in connection with the body of a missing 18-year-old girl being found dead at his home.
David Lee Johnson and Brenda Jean Lucas are accused of trafficking 45 pounds of marijuana

3 days ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

ATHENS, Ala. (WAFF) - Two people accused of trafficking 45 pounds of marijuana were arrested on April 18, according to officials with the Athens Police Department on Tuesday. According to the police department, narcotic investigators and the Limestone County Sheriff’s Office started an investigation into David Lee Johnson for Drug Trafficking around one month ago. Police said Johnson, reportedly a truck driver, allegedly used his truck to transport large quantities of marijuana from out of state.
Navy Week held for first time in Huntsville

4 days ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - The U.S. Navy celebrated its first time setting sail in Huntsville for Navy Week on Monday. Leaders, families, and service men and women came together for a free kickoff event at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center as the branch celebrates its 250th birthday. Madison County leaders, Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle, Madison Mayor Paul Finley, and Madison County Commission Chairman Mac McCutcheon presented a joint proclamation honoring Navy Week in the Rocket City.
John Emmons arrested on child pornography charges after ‘Predator Poacher’ tip in Madison County

4 days ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - A man was arrested on multiple child pornography charges in Madison County on Monday following a tip from the online predator hunting group, Predator Poachers. According to the Madison County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were initially contacted by someone in the predator hunting group after an alleged case involving the online enticement of a minor.
Trial underway for Duane Yarbrough, former Huntsville City Schools' employee accused of having sex with student

4 days ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - The trial for a former Huntsville City Schools employee, Duane Yarbrough, accused of having sex with a student, began on Monday in a Madison County courtroom. The first victim, a JROTC student, took the stand for the prosecution. She is so far the only witness to speak in this case. She said Yarbrough built a relationship with her during her four years in high school. Around junior year, it escalated, and she claimed he then began physically touching her.
Community Easter Egg Roll to be held in Huntsville

1 week ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - A free family-friendly event will be happening ahead of Easter in Huntsville on Saturday. Alabama state representatives Anthony Daniels and Laura Hall, along with nonprofit Rocket City Innovator, will unite the community with the 2025 Community Easter Egg Roll. So bring the family out for a fun-filled afternoon with face painting, a moon bounce, and of course, the main event: Egg rolling! The event will be held from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. at 3001 Oakwood Ave. in Huntsville.
Decatur Police release details on viral arrest of John Daniel Scott Jr.

1 week ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) - The Decatur Police Department is responding after a video has circulated on social media involving an arrest on Tuesday. Officials with the department said they would like to provide clarity on the incident. On Tuesday, officers responded initially to a 911 call that was placed by an individual’s mother who reportedly called requesting assistance due to a mental health crisis involving her son.