WHDF-TV (Huntsville, AL)

WHDF is a television station that operates on virtual channel 15 and VHF digital channel 2. It is affiliated with the CW network and is licensed to the city of Florence, Alabama. The station serves the Huntsville area and the Tennessee Valley in North Alabama. WHDF is owned by Nexstar Media Group and operates alongside WHNT-TV, a CBS affiliate also based in Huntsville. Both stations have their studios located on Holmes Avenue Northwest in downtown Huntsville. The transmitter for WHDF is situated southeast of Minor Hill, Tennessee, just a short distance of 500 yards (457 meters) north of the Alabama state border.

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English

Television

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Global

#59293

United States

#11284

Arts and Entertainment/TV Movies and Streaming

#351

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Stricken police officer asking for prayers, assistance

1 day ago | whnt.com | Archie Snowden

ARAB, Ala. (WHNT) — Thoughts and prayers for recovery are needed for the family of an Arab police officer who is suffering from serious medical issues. Corporal Robbie Rainwater has served the people of Arab for more than two decades as both an Emergency Medical Technician and a police officer. Saving lives, his wife Miranda and his co-workers say, is what he was born to do.
GoFundMe created for man killed in Lauderdale County car wreck

1 day ago | whnt.com | Whitney Leibold

LAUDERDALE COUNTY, Ala. (WHNT) — 36-year-old Chad Lister lost his life in a car wreck in Lauderdale County. The crash happened along Alabama 20 on Thursday, May 8. “No father should bury his child, no parents should bury their children,” Chad’s father, Jack Lister, said. Jack told News 19 that his son Chad had an impact on everyone he encountered. “He was an incredible young man.
Chatting with JP Karliak, voice of Gargamel in the new “Smurfs” movie

1 day ago | whnt.com | Mariah Wiggs

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) – Day to Day with Mariah got a one-on-one with JP Karliak, the voice actor playing double duty as the villainous Gargamel and his brother Razamel in the upcoming “Smurfs” movie!In his interview with Mariah, Karliak shared his excitement to be a part of such an iconic movie franchise. “I’m a workhorse voice actor, so people don’t know me from being on screen.
Taking our hair styling skills to the next level with Clarissa

2 days ago | whnt.com | Mariah Wiggs

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) – Professional Hair-Care Stylist, Clarissa Henry-Newsome (and Mariah’s hair stylist) stopped by the Day to Day studio with tips for the perfect do. For many people, hair is an important form of self-expression. For others, it can be a pain to manage. The common denominator is that hair plays an important role in how you feel walking out the door each day. Clarissa proved that a ponytail, a handful of bobby-pins and 60 minutes can make all the difference in your hairstyle.
Democratic leaders poised to oppose Trump impeachment: ‘A distraction’

2 days ago | whnt.com | Mike Lillis

House Democratic leaders will oppose an effort by a fellow Democrat to impeach President Trump when the resolution hits the floor Wednesday afternoon. Rep. Pete Aguilar (Calif.), the chair of the Democratic Caucus, said the impeachment push by Rep. Shri Thanedar (D-Mich.) is not only futile, but it poses “a distraction” from the Democrats’ efforts to sink Trump’s domestic agenda, which is moving through the House this month.
Colbert County hits over $115 million in 2024 tourism revenue, 2025 could bring in more

2 days ago | whnt.com | Whitney Leibold

COLBERT COUNTY, Ala. (WHNT) — Colbert County hit over $115 million in tourism revenue in 2024, according to the Colbert County Tourism and Convention Bureau. Colbert County, full of music and history, saw a major increase in tourism in 2024. Susann Hamlin is president of the Colbert County Tourism and Convention Bureau. “In Colbert County, we had over 115 million dollars spent in Colbert County in 2024,” Hamlin said.
Public comments at Decatur City Council meetings to resume

2 days ago | whnt.com | Archie Snowden

DECATUR, Ala. (WHNT) – Decatur City Council President Jacob Ladner addressed the reason behind his decision to pause public comment during council meetings. Ladner halted public comments during the work session on April 28 after tensions between citizens and the council escalated into chaos. The outburst followed the death of John Scott Jr., who died in the hospital days after his arrest at the hands of Decatur police.
Tree planted on Wilson HS campus to honor Cory Mckean, who passed away over 20 years ago

3 days ago | whnt.com | Whitney Leibold

FLORENCE, Ala. (WHNT) — A dogwood tree was planted on Wilson High School’s campus Monday morning, in the perfect spot to honor a daughter, sister and softball player – Cory McKean. “She was she was very loving, gosh, she was everything, she was just a little bit of everything,” says Cory’s mother, Marti McKean. Cory was killed in a car accident in 2004 between softball games. A few years later, Wilson High School and her family planted a tree to honor her, but the tree did not last long.
Painting with Tennessee Valley Artist Denise Clayton-Onwere

3 days ago | whnt.com | Mariah Wiggs

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) – Denise Clayton-Onwere helped us get creative in the Day to Day studio on Monday morning with an art lesson. From modern to classic, oils and acrylics, they can all be discovered at several Art Camps Denise is hosting over the summer for children. Now through August, you can sign your child up for any of her 5-day art camps designed to encourage artistic expression through a wide variety of creative experiences.
Alen Daigre puts the ‘rock’ in Rocker Gallery with handcrafted furniture

3 days ago | whnt.com | Mariah Wiggs

SHEFFIELD, Ala. (WHNT) – Mariah took a trip to Sheffield to explore Rocker Gallery, a one-of-a-kind space that celebrates art, music, antiques, and fine craft. Husband and wife team Alen Daigre and Traci Thomas combined their love for music and art to bring this unique destination to Sheffield. Nestled in the downtown area, Rocker Gallery showcases multiple exhibits from local and national photographers, including Grammy-nominated artist Patrick Sansone and Danny Clinch.