Flood Watch remains in effect through Tuesday
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL)- Get ready for an unsettled pattern to continue for several more days. Tomorrow afternoon, we are tracking scattered storms again. A Flood Watch is already in place through Tuesday afternoon. Temperatures will trend a little warmer, reaching into the lower 80s. Rest of the Week: Although we will...
47 arrested, $2.3 million in drugs seized during operation in middle Georgia
Nearly 50 people were arrested during a two-month operation in middle Georgia.
Flood watch, Rainy and cool start to workweek
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Periods of rain are in the forecast the next couple days before the rain becomes less widespread and less frequent starting mid-week. For now, temperatures are much cooler than average thanks to the clouds and moisture. Another one to three inches of rain is expected through Tuesday.
Muscogee sheriff’s office seizes over $2 million in drugs during past 60 days
The Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office seized dozens of weapons and millions of dollars worth of illegal drugs in search warrants executed during the past two months, the MCSO announced Monday. The sheriff’s office said 22 search warrants were conducted during the past 60 days, which led to the seizure of 37 guns, $2.3...
124-year-old Columbus depot restored in $5 million multiuse project. See inside
A Columbus real estate developer has completed a project to revive a 124-year-old piece of Columbus history. Built in 1901, the Union Depot at 1200 Sixth Ave . was a multiuse railroad station. It was leased by former railroad giants Central Railroad of Georgia, Seaboard Airline Railroad and the Southern Railroad...
1 injured in early morning Columbus shooting
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Columbus police report that an arrest has been made following an early morning shooting that left one person injured. According to police, the incident happened in the 1100 block of Harness Drive. This is in the area of Dunhill and Stratford drives. Further details, including the...
New crime stats released by Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Over the past 60 days, the Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) says they seized 37 firearms, more than $2.3 million in illegal drugs and executed 22 search warrants. The sheriff’s office says the search and seizures were a part of a joint operation with several other law enforcement...
Columbus restaurant unexpectedly closes one location. See their announcement
Poke Sun ’s Midland Commons location, 6835 Midland Commons Blvd., permanently has closed in Columbus. The closure went into effect Aug. 1. Reasons for the closure are sunclear. Their Banks Food Hall location, 1002 Bay Ave. , remains open. This closure message was posted on the restaurant’s doors at the Midland...
ALBBAA launches 2025 Best Fish Photo Contest
Dexter Baker Jr. submitted this photo, showing off his catch in Lee County, during the 2023 Best Fish Contest. Photo courtesy of the Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association. Some of America’s best recreational fishing can be found in Alabama’s Black Belt. Many anglers search for trophy bass on...
Sunday Conversation: Newly promoted CPD Assistant Chief Lance Deaton talks about mental health in...
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Last month, 23-year Columbus Police Department veteran Lance Deaton was promoted from deputy to chief to one of two assistant chiefs. In his new role, Deaton will oversee Patrol and Investigative Services, the two largest departments in the department. Most recently, Deaton was in charge of the...