Lee County deputies seek suspects in Valley and Salem business burglaries
LEE COUNTY, Ala. (WTVM) - The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help identifying suspects in two business burglaries. The crimes happened July 26, 2025, in the 7000 block and 14000 block of Lee Road 379 in the Valley and Salem area. A white four-door...
Humid start, scattered storms & watching Erin
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Good Wednesday morning! We’re kicking off the day with muggy air and plenty of clouds hanging around. But don’t worry—sunshine is on the way! As we move through the morning, expect skies to brighten up a bit, with clouds dancing across the region into the afternoon. Tropical moisture from a low...
Movies and TV shows casting in Columbus, Georgia
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...
Fewer storms ahead after Wednesday
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Rain coverage will be less likely starting Thursday and Friday which will allow the heat to build in the days ahead, more so than the last couple weeks. Highs will climb well into the 90s again. We’ll have sun and building clouds on this Wednesday. It...
Investigation uncovers ballot harvesting in Phenix City, 2 women arrested
PHENIX CITY, Ala. (WRBL) — An investigation into reports of suspicious absentee voter applications resulted in the arrest of two Phenix City women. According to the Phenix City Police Department, the investigation was prompted after the city clerk’s office received multiple reports of unusual activity. The...
Man dead after officer-involved shooting in Quitman County
Columbus police arrest 19 people in July property crime cases. Investigation underway after one dead at apartment complex in Columbus. Investigation underway after one dead at apartment complex in Columbus.
19 adults, 2 juveniles arrested in July for various property crimes
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Officials with the Columbus Police Department say 21 individuals were arrested in the month of July for various property crimes. According to CPD, Between July 1 and July 31, 2025, officers in the Property Crimes Unit arrested 19 adults and 2 juveniles and filed a total of 56 charges. The...
Gunshot to head leaves Troup County man in critical condition, officials say
Investigation underway after one dead at apartment complex in Columbus. Investigation underway after one dead at apartment complex in Columbus. Lafayette City Council Candidate arrested on misdemeanor charges. Updated: 5 hours ago. Lafayette City Council Candidate arrested on misdemeanor charges. Three arrests made...
Three arrests made with 16 total charges in Sumter County aggravated assault investigation
Columbus police arrest 19 people in July property crime cases. Investigation underway after one dead at apartment complex in Columbus. Investigation underway after one dead at apartment complex in Columbus.
Water services restored at East Columbus apartment complex after owner reportedly didn’t pay bill,...
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Water services have been restored at the Ballard Way Apartments in East Columbus after residents told WRBL News 3 that they’ve been without water services since Monday. Ballard Way is the former Hunter Haven Apartments on Hunter Road. WRBL News 3 learned that the water was shut off by Columbus...