Columbus GA

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — On Monday, the 2026 Georgia General Assembly session begins under the gold dome in Atlanta. WRBL News 3 talked to two Columbus-area lawmakers who hold key party leadership positions in the General Assembly. RELATED: Rep. Carolyn Hugley elected minority leader in Georgia House of Representatives...

At 9:30 a.m. on Friday, the National Weather Service issued a flood watch in effect until Saturday at 6 p.m. for Lowndes, Montgomery, Macon and Lee counties. The weather service says, "Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible." "Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks,...

ALABAMA — The Opelika Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a woman suspected of stealing merchandise from an Ulta Beauty store in Opelika. According to police, the theft occurred on December 3, 2025, at approximately 6:47 p.m. Investigators said a woman entered the Ulta Beauty store...

Bariatric and Foregut Surgeon at Piedmont Columbus Regional Dr. Jeremy Bryner talks about their process for working with those struggling with weight loss. To be included in our video interviews or if you need video services for your company, please contact us.

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Good Friday morning! We’re starting the day cloudy and mild, with areas of fog hanging around across the region again. Temperatures are sitting right near 60 degrees, with a few spots dipping into the upper 50s around daybreak. Clouds will stick around through the day, and that morning fog may...

COLUMBUS, Ga. — Columbus police are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 50-year-old woman who was last seen nearly three months ago. Deirdre Porter was last seen in the 4300 block of 3rd Avenue on Oct. 14, 2025, around 4:20 a.m., according to the Columbus Police Department. The case was reported to...

Drivers along South Lumpkin Road in Columbus may have noticed a new donut shop coming to a former Church’s Chicken location. Ray’s Donuts is preparing to open at 1821 South Lumpkin Road. According to property records , the owner, Masy Seng, bought the property for $190,000 from Clairemont Emmanuel Baptist Church and...

PINE MOUNTAIN, Ga. (WTVM) - Mary Ruth Mullins has been sworn in as mayor of Pine Mountain, becoming the first woman to hold the office in the town’s history. The ceremony was held last week in the Town Hall council chambers and was administered by her cousin, Judge Ron Mullins.

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Six candidates remain in the race for Columbus mayor after District 1 City Councilman Byron Hickey dropped out of the contest. Three of the remaining candidates outlined their priorities and qualifications for the position during recent interviews. The remaining three candidates will be...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Chief Nursing Officer Cary Burcham with Piedmont Columbus Regional joined WRBL to discuss the current flu strain. Burcham stated that the flu vaccine may have missed the mark, resulting in a stronger onset of symptoms, more flu diagnoses, and less effective results from the flu vaccine than in...