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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Decatur city leaders vote to add deputy police chief position

2 weeks ago | waff.com | Kate Norum |Kalee Kniess

DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) - Decatur city leaders voted to add a deputy police chief position to the department during a special-called city council meeting on Monday. The Decatur City Council voted 4-1 to add the new position following the new Chief Torry Mack’s request to hire a retired Birmingham Police Department officer, Lt. Eric Stisher, to his staff.
Decatur Fire connects community with summer celebration

3 weeks ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) - On Friday, Point Mallard Park in Decatur celebrated more than just summer around the corner. The community showed out for the day, hosted by Decatur Fire & Rescue, to encourage those with special needs to have a fun-filled time in a cool environment, the water park. Decatur Fire & Rescue Lieutenant Brandon Sivley said the department tries to host a handful of events every year to promote inclusivity.
Gov. Ivey appoints David Reed as Chairman of the Marshall County Commission

3 weeks ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

MARSHALL CO., Ala. (WAFF) - On Friday, Governor Kay Ivey announced she has appointed David Reed as Chairman of the Marshall County Commission. Gov. Ivey congratulated David Reed on being a successful businessman and community leader throughout the north Alabama region. “Reed’s many achievements in business have literally paved the way for economic growth and prosperity in the Tennessee Valley and at home in Marshall County,” Gov. Ivey said.
Morgan Co. inmate facing new charges of child porn

3 weeks ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

MORGAN CO., Ala. (WAFF) - A Morgan Co. inmate who was arrested last month for rape has now been charged with child pornography, according to court documents obtained by WAFF. Benjamin Bolan now faces a charge of possession of child pornography with the intent to distribute, court documents reveal. Bolan was already facing three charges of rape after a search by the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office revealed he was the suspect involving a victim under the age of 15.
Muscle Shoals leaders hire new assistant fire chief

3 weeks ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

MUSCLE SHOALS, Ala. (WAFF) - Muscle Shoals leaders have hired a new assistant fire chief on Wednesday. Chris Hogeland has been with the Muscle Shoals Fire Department for 19 years in various positions. Muscle Shoals Fire Chief John Hyde said that Hogeland was a clear choice for the department. Hyde says he is the perfect fit for the job because he perfectly balances being trustworthy to the guys while enforcing rules and regulations.
Decatur restaurants target of new lawsuit following teen’s death

3 weeks ago | waff.com | Nick Balenger |Kate Norum

DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) - The family of a teen killed in a fiery Decatur car wreck has filed a lawsuit against the suspect and the restaurants the suspect was allegedly at before the deadly incident, according to newly filed court documents obtained by WAFF. Multiple restaurants that allegedly served a total of 18 drinks to the suspect, Kevin Penich, before he got behind the wheel are all now named in a wrongful death lawsuit.
Woman faces charges of elder abuse, assault with bodily fluids in DeKalb Co.

3 weeks ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

DEKALB CO., Ala. (WAFF) - A Higdon woman was indicted on charges of elder abuse and assault with bodily fluids, according to court documents obtained by WAFF. Christin Morgan is accused of causing physical injury to an elderly person over the age of 60. Morgan is also accused of bringing feces into contact with the victim. The incident dates back to November 2024, according to the indictment. Morgan was booked into the DeKalb County Jail on Tuesday morning. Her bond is set at $5000.
Bond denied for man charged with murder after body found on Whitesburg Bridge

3 weeks ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - A man charged with murder in connection with a body found on Whitesburg Bridge has been denied bond, according to court documents obtained by WAFF on Tuesday. Daniel Ray Shelton, 55, was arrested on Sunday night in connection with the murder of 39-year-old David Merrit, of Arab, officials say. Shelton is being held without bond following a pretrial detention hearing on Tuesday, court documents reveal.
Three years later: Fayetteville police, family seek answers in 18-year-old’s murder

3 weeks ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

FAYETTEVILLE, Tenn. (WAFF) - It’s been three years since an 18-year-old was shot and killed in Fayetteville, Tenn. In March of 2022, Billy Taylor Jr. was found by first responders with multiple gunshot wounds to his head on Maple Street West. He was taken to Huntsville Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. Fayetteville Police and Taylor’s family are still seeking leads in the case.
One arrested, two wanted in Ulta Beauty theft in Decatur

3 weeks ago | waff.com | Kate Norum

DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) - The Decatur Police Department says one suspect has been arrested and two others are wanted in connection with theft at Ulta Beauty. The department said the incident happened in May 2025 at the location at 1214 Point Mallard Parkway. Police said the suspects reportedly stole $3,800 worth of merchandise. During the investigation, Lakesha Dyer, Kadieza Timmons and Ronisha Timmons were identified as suspects.