Scattered storms possible Sunday, hot and humid stretch ahead
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - We are starting in the low to mid 70s, with highs reaching the low to mid 90s Sunday. It will feel closer to 100 degrees with the humidity. While the morning remains dry, a few scattered thunderstorms will develop this afternoon and early evening, bringing 20-30% rain coverage. Tonight will be pa
Cruisin’ for Classrooms: Talbot County motorcycle rally raises money for teachers
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Talbot County Sheriff’s Office and Rally Point Harley-Davidson held their first-ever “Cruisin’ for Classrooms” motorcycle rally Saturday, raising money for local teachers ahead of the new school year. More than 50 bikes took part in the ride, which drew dozens of...
Georgia’s historic drought officially comes to an end
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — After nearly 11 months, Georgia’s historic drought has officially ended. The National Weather Service in Peachtree City issued its final Drought Information Statement on August 6, 2026, marking the conclusion of a drought episode that began on September 23, 2025. The drought intensified through t
National Hurricane Center monitors two tropical areas
Georgia's historic eleven-month drought has ended, though residents can expect rising temperatures and fluctuating rain chances throughout the coming week.
They hit rock bottom. In North Georgia, they found a way back
They hit rock bottom. In North Georgia, they found a way back Half a gallon of vodka sounds like a lot? Not to Melissa. She could put that down in four days, in the worst of her drinking days. Nowadays? Not a drop. When it comes to alcohol and drug recovery, North Georgia has many options. Some of them even
Driver points gun during East Alabama road rage incident
Driver points gun during East Alabama road rage incident A driver in Auburn, AL pointed a gun at another driver during a road rage incident caught on camera in East Alabama this week. Pictures of the incident were uploaded to the Facebook community group "What's happening in Auburn and Opelika" and have sin
Georgia woman sentenced as ‘career offender’ for distributing meth
A Columbus woman was sentenced Monday to serve 20 years in prison for distributing methamphetamine.
Columbus Fire and EMS crew named First Friday Heroes
Columbus Fire and EMS crew named First Friday Heroes A team from Columbus Fire and EMS is credited with saving the life of a stroke victim. Piedmont Columbus Regional has named Declan McCahan, TyReese McNeese, John Freiberg, Zachary Kelley, and Dylon Watson First Friday Heroes® for the month of August. Afte
Columbus Dream Center opening on August 15 to donate resources to families in need
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Columbus Dream Center, located at 4114 Oates Ave., is opening their doors to local families in need on Saturday, Aug. 15, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. According to Columbus Dream Center, the non-profit organization opens every third Saturday of the month, providing families and residents within the
Columbus Fire and EMS members honored as this month’s ‘First Friday Heroes’
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Piedmont Columbus Regional has highlighted five members of Columbus Fire and EMS as this month’s First Friday Heroes. On the first Friday of each month, Piedmont Columbus Regional honors everyday residents and first responders who go out of their way to serve others through selfless and courageou
