High-Speed Chase in Macon Ends With Arrest In Houston County
MACON — A driver wanted in two counties led officers on a dangerous chase across Middle Georgia Tuesday before crashing and being arrested. What Happened: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Cpl. Fredrick Gray tried to stop a Ford on Mercer University Drive after a system alert showed the driver had a suspended license and...
Columbus State University holds annual day of service
Monday Morning Weather on the Go (8/25/25) Phenix City Schools Superintendent announces retirement. Phenix City Schools Superintendent announces retirement.
Fall-like feel to start: Sunny skies and comfortable temps
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Good Tuesday Morning! We’re off to a beautiful start across the area today with widespread temperatures in the 60s and clear skies setting the tone. Today: Plenty of sunshine will carry us through the morning with a refreshing, early fall-like feel. Temperatures will climb to near 80° by...
We asked, you answered. Now, crown the Columbus restaurant with the best dessert
Columbus has spoken — and now it’s time to vote. Over the past week, Ledger-Enquirer readers sent in dozens of their favorite desserts from restaurants, bakeries and ice cream shops across the city. Now, it’s your turn to help us crown the winner. We’ve gathered your top picks from our survey and put them into this...
Columbus High School ranks 78th nationwide
Police are investigating an early morning incident at a Columbus convenience store, where shell casings were found at the scene.
Columbus PD investigates overnight shooting that left 3 people hurt
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Authorities with the Columbus Police Department are investigating an overnight shooting on Monday. According to CPD, the shooting happened in the 1000 block of Rigdon Road, where three people were injured in the incident. The current extent of their injuries is unknown. CPD says the Violent...
Talk about a power lunch. Leaders across GA gathered in Columbus. Here’s a recap
Around 1,000 people gathered in the Columbus Convention & Trade Center last week, as politicians and business leaders across the state convened for the Georgia Chamber of Commerce 2025 Congressional Luncheon. U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-GA) headlined the Aug. 20 event along with U.S. Reps. Sanford Bishop (GA-02), Earl...
Police investigate overnight incident at Columbus convenience store
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Columbus police responded to an incident at a convenience store early Tuesday morning. Our crew found the scene at Illges Corner Food Mart near the intersection of Illges Road and Pecan Street shortly before 1 a.m. The area was cordoned off with crime scene tape and...
Paws Humane Society still under State of Emergency
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) – Last week Paws Humane Society of Columbus declared a State of Emergency due to the number of animals in their care. They’re running out space to house all the pets they’ve taken in, and one week later they’re still in same situation. Executive Director Courtney Pierce tells WRBL News 3 they […]
These Columbus dive bars made it to round 2 for best in the city....
In one of the most hotly contested debates of our time, the best dive bar contest has entered its second round. Based on the thousands of votes the Ledger received, Columbus clearly has opinions and now things are starting to get real. Columbus’ Best Dive Bar Contest The quarterfinalist After the first round of...
