Columbus GA

Man arrested on multiple drug charges in Russell County. According to the Russell County Sheriff’s Office, 40-year-old Derrin Mitchell was arrested on multiple drug charges after an anonymous tip was submitted to the office.

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL)- It has been another cool, cloud filled day across the region. Not too much to complain about. Weekend: Readings will remain mild in the mid-80s for your weekend plans. Expect overcast skies, with better chances of rain. Scattered showers and storms will be possible Saturday and Sunday...

THIS WEEKEND:Saturday is starting out mostly cloudy with morning lows in the low 70s. This afternoon, we’ll see a mix of sun and clouds with afternoon highs reaching the mid to upper 80s with only a stray shower possible. Sunday, look for a few more showers to be around but things will still be a […]

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Columbus Police Department arrested one man on Wednesday in connection to May 5 shooting that left one man dead and another injured. The suspect was identified as Derrin Mabry who was arrested on outstanding warrants for murder, aggravated assault, and criminal attempt robbery. PREVIOUS...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A burst sprinkler pipe at The Ralston forced residents out, reigniting concerns over long-standing infrastructure issues. Officials say the pipe burst on the fourth floor of the Ralston, a building designated for low-income housing, causing a major leak in parts of the building. Pat Frey with...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Paws Humane Society is launching a special “Name Your Price” adoption event for the entire month of August. This initiative aims to find forever families for many animals and create much-needed space at the shelter, which is currently at full capacity. The “Name Your...

RUSSELL COUNTY, Ala. (WTVM) - The Russell County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a phone scam making the rounds this week. Sheriff Heath Taylor says callers are pretending to be with the sheriff’s office, claiming the person missed a court date and must pay immediately. Taylor says it is a scam and urges...

The Dillingham Street bridge has reopened amid an hours-long investigation into items found in the Chattahoochee River Friday afternoon. The bridge between Columbus and Phenix City was closed while police examined items recovered from the river , according to a Facebook post Friday afternoon from the Columbus Police...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — 10 Georgia sheriffs, including Muscogee County Sheriff Greg Countryman, are condemning an effort by the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association to recover attorney fees in a civil complaint brought by TV Judge Glenda Hatchett. MCSO issued a press release on Friday addressing the matter. Back in 2021,...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Good Friday morning! As we wrap up the workweek, clouds have returned to kick off the day. Temperatures are holding steady in the low 70s, with a few spots dipping into the upper 60s. Cloud cover is expected to linger through much of the morning and into the afternoon, although we […]