David Kumbroch

David Kumbroch is now and has always been a storyteller.

A recent graduate of The University of Alabama, David Kumbroch joined WHNT in May 2011 as a Multimedia Journalist. A Telecommunication and Film major, David was also a proud member of the nationally-renowned Alabama Forensics Council where he won two national championships in Extemporaneous Speaking.

As a member of the University Fellows Experience, a group of students dedicated to leadership and community service, David spent several weeks in Marion County documenting the lives of local residents. His work was later exhibitioned by The University of Alabama Honors College.

His passion for telling stories began in his hometown of Collierville, Tennessee where David hosted a local morning show at Collierville High School -- an experience he credits for sparking his interest in television news. While in high school, David also earned a national championship in Extemporaneous Speaking. After his first championship, David was invited by Finalist Files, an organization that provides research and strategic advice to high school forensic competitors, to write two educational books and a monthly subscription on Extemporaneous Speaking.

David comes to WHNT News 19 after three years of experience interning at Alabama Public Radio, Fox 13 in Memphis, and WVUA in Tuscaloosa.

Recent Articles

  • Bracketology: Statistician Misses Cinderellas, Outperforms Tournament Committee

    Posted on: 4:47 pm, April 8, 2013, by , updated on: 04:58pm, April 8, 2013

    HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) – Remember Wes Colley?  He’s a senior research scientist at University of Alabama in Huntsville and he...
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  • State Bill Would Eliminate “Mini Trials” For Capital Crime Plea Deals

    Posted on: 5:11 pm, March 27, 2013, by , updated on: 07:28pm, March 27, 2013

    HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) – We saw a prime example of a mini trial with Amy Bishop-Anderson. Basically – if you’re...
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  • Decatur City Council, City School Board Clash Over Future Tax Revenue

    Posted on: 5:29 pm, March 25, 2013, by

    DECATUR, Ala. (WHNT) – The city will give tax rebates to the biggest anchor store in the so-called Sweetwater development....
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  • Volunteers Build Love and Encouragement into Habitat Homes

    Posted on: 5:14 pm, March 20, 2013, by , updated on: 07:52pm, March 20, 2013

    HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) – The bones of a brand new home crop up in Huntsville.  Through sweat, they’ll earn their...
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  • Bracketology: BCS Guru Shares His Bracket Tactics

    Posted on: 5:54 pm, March 19, 2013, by

    You may recognize Wes Colley’s name.  His BCS system helps determine who will play for the national championship. But football...
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  • Alabama Accountability Act: Breaking Down The Law

    Posted on: 4:34 pm, March 18, 2013, by

    HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) – After a swift and contentious legal battle, the governor signed the Alabama Accountability Act into law....
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  • Senate Issues Its Own Budget Proposal

    Posted on: 5:17 pm, March 13, 2013, by , updated on: 07:40pm, March 13, 2013

    WASHINGTON, DC (WHNT) – We’ve got another budget proposal to debate – this one coming from the Democratically controlled Senate....
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  • Life on Mars? Science Shows It Was Possible

    Posted on: 5:09 pm, March 13, 2013, by , updated on: 07:21pm, March 13, 2013

    HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) – When the Curiosity rover went crashing through the martian atmosphere in what NASA called seven minutes...
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    ROVING MARS
  • House Republicans Release Budget Proposal

    Posted on: 6:13 pm, March 12, 2013, by , updated on: 08:05pm, March 12, 2013

    (WHNT) – The budget proposal from the House Republicans could set a benchmark for future negotiations. There doesn’t seem to...
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  • Mayor Tommy Battle Hopes For Federal Budget Compromise, Representative Mo Brooks Says It Would Be Surprising

    Posted on: 5:19 pm, March 11, 2013, by , updated on: 07:30pm, March 11, 2013

    HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) – At a forum for leaders of Huntsville and Madison County, Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle echoed sentiments...
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  • Huntsville Mayor Opposes Alabama Accountability Act, Madison Mayor Stays Neutral

    Posted on: 3:53 pm, March 11, 2013, by , updated on: 07:23pm, March 11, 2013

    HUNTSVILLE, Ala (WHNT) – Blow for blow, volley for volley, the legislature goes round for round. It’s a heavyweight bout...
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