Columbus GA

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Jurors in the high-profile murder, kidnapping and rape trial of a Columbus woman heard emotional testimony Tuesday from a responding police officer and the victim’s mother. Stacey Gray, 55, is accused of raping and killing 25-year-old Renee Eldridge on July 4, 2015. Prosecutors say Eldridge was...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL)- Happy Wednesday! The clouds have caused some areas (north of Columbus) to struggle to heat up today. The rest of the region has warmed into the lower 80s nicely. Thursday & Friday: We will be tracking a little bit more sunshine tomorrow. This means most areas will sit in the 80s by […]

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Bear O’Brian is officially back on the air!. The Kissin’ 99.3 host returned to radio Monday, after an extended hiatus due to health issues. It was the first break he’s had to take in the 16 years he has been with the station.

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — A Columbus medical examiner released an update and clarification about a woman who had reportedly been mauled by dogs. According to CPD and the Columbus Medical Examiner, 68-year-old Evelyn Farmer was found dead inside her home from natural causes, which were deemed to be heart issues. The...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Columbus Police Department announced on Wednesday that a man was taken into custody after being accused of murder that happened at the Budgetel Inn and Suites. According to CPD, 23-year-old Ricky Daniels was taken into custody by the department’s Fugitive Unit, following the incident that...

Multiple Georgia cities could shatter November temperature records this week as unseasonable warmth blankets the state. What’s Happening: Temperatures will soar 15 to 20 degrees above normal through Saturday across Georgia. Atlanta is forecast to hit 78 degrees Wednesday, 79 Thursday, 77 Friday, and 76 Saturday....

The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Starting January 1, 2026, Columbus Fire and EMS inspectors will be issuing tickets for fire lane violations. The announcement comes from the department’s Community Risk Reduction Division and in accordance with Columbus Code of Ordinances and the International Fire Code (IFC). Columbus Fire and...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Muscogee County School District has identified the suspect who is allegedly responsible for last week’s social media threat against schools in the district. According to MCSD police, 18-year-old Maliek Brooks is suspected of threatening to shoot eight schools in Muscogee County and one...

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