Driver leads law enforcement in multi-county chase in east Alabama
A man is in custody after a high speed chase down Highway 280 Tuesday. Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputies attempted to stop a vehicle with an obscured license plate during the late morning hours of Tuesday, March 24, 2026, on Highway 280 near Lee Road 298 in the Smiths Station area of Lee County.
Remarkable Women: Meet the changemaker lifting up local single mothers
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — It can be hard to narrow down what makes someone remarkable to just a few characteristics. Local changemaker Shakea Miller’s sister will easily tell you it’s her heart. “She has become a source of hope and opportunity for countless families across Phenix City, Columbus and the surrounding...
Attorney General’s office indicts seven alleged gang members for Columbus jail fight
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Seven alleged Columbus Criminal Street gang members are facing serious gang charges tonight. These allegations are a little different from other street gang cases brought by the Georgia Attorney General’s office here in Columbus. The charges are different. This alleged street gang activity...
Fire crews working to contain brush fire on Lee Road 279
Fire crews are working to contain and extinguish another brush fire. This is happening on Lee Road 279, just south of Lee Road 330, in the Salem community of Lee County. The fire began around 3:23 p.m. central time on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Smiths Station Fire and Rescue, along...
Veterans Treatment Court helps local veterans in recovery
The Muscogee County Veterans Treatment Court offers a structured, voluntary program for veterans 18 and older who face non-violent, drug-related charges. The program combines substance abuse treatment with close judicial supervision to help participants build a stable, law-abiding life.
Columbus nonprofit organization announces data breach of its computer network
A nonprofit organization in Columbus has announced a data breach of its computer network, possibly compromising the privacy of an unspecified number of people. New Horizons Behavioral Health , which provides mental health services, addiction treatment and support for developmental disabilities to residents of eight...
Fort Benning wildfire producing heavy smoke in parts of Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — If you have been outside this afternoon in Midtown and Downtown Columbus, you have probably seen heavy smoke over the area. The smoke is coming from a wildfire on post at Fort Benning. A spokesperson said the wildfire is contained. A spokesperson for Columbus Fire and EMS said the department...
7 Brew’s first Columbus coffee stand now under construction
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Fast-growing coffee chain 7 Brew is preparing to open its first Columbus location. According to the company’s website, the new drive-thru stand will be located at 8133 Veterans Parkway, across from the Publix-anchored Old Town Marketplace shopping center. The site is currently under...
Easter events happening across the Chattahoochee Valley
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - As the Easter holiday approaches, there are multiple events for families and friends to attend. Spring Fling Pop Up | March 28 | 11 a.m.- 3 a.m. | 3544 US HWY 280, Phenix City, AL. Free pictures with Easter Bunny and vendors. Easter Eggsstravaganza at Wild...
Noticeably cooler next couple days
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A wedge of cooler air coming down from the Carolinas and Mid Atlantic will give us a break from the 80s Tuesday and Wednesday. It warms up again late in the workweek before we reset the temperatures over the weekend thanks to a cold front. A...
