Lakeside High students show support for arrested teacher
A legendary Georgia landmark survived a proposal that many feared could be devastating. But other dangers lurk for Okefenokee Swamp. A suspected gunman is dead following an early morning shooting at a warehouse, according to Columbus police. ‘Wrong decision’: Postal Service pulls plug on drugstore mail services....
Man injured in Lanett shooting
JR Allen Parkway in Columbus has reopened after an overnight crash.
Bay Avenue restricted at night by Columbus Police after fatal shooting of 18-year-old girl
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Columbus Police and Uptown Columbus Inc. have taken steps to prevent people from gathering along Bay Avenue late at night. The move comes after 18-year-old Kalielah Davis was shot to death on the riverfront street Sept. 5. Five suspects have been arrested and charged with her murder.
First day of fall brings a continuation of late summer heat
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The first half of the workweek looks hot. But a cold front brings changes later in the week. First some better rain chances Thursday, which is the next big thing. Eventually less humid air is likely toward the weekend. Plenty of sun on this Monday, which...
Multi-agency operation unfolds in north Columbus near 54th Street
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — A heavy police presence was reported Tuesday morning on 54th Street in north Columbus. Units from the Columbus Police Department and Georgia State Patrol blocked 54th Street near Hillard Avenue as officers carried out activity at a residence. An officer on the scene said the operation involved...
Victim identified in deadly J.R. Allen Pkwy. crash
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — One person is dead following a crash on J.R. Allen Parkway, according to the Columbus Police Department. The crash happened early Monday morning, with one commuter reporting the portion from Blackmon Road to just south of Moon Road was closed around 2:40 a.m. The victim was identified as...
Columbus police respond to shooter outside Amazon warehouse; police say gunman took his own...
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Shots were fired early Monday morning at an Amazon warehouse in East Columbus, which has resulted in the alleged shooter taking his own life, police say. Around 4:30 a.m., a 9-1-1 active shooter call came into the Columbus center. The shooter was outside the warehouse, shooting at the...
Review: THE WIZ AT THE SPRINGER OPERA HOUSE at Springer Opera House
COLUMBUS, GEORGIA — The Wiz premiered on Broadway 50 years ago, but you would never guess that the show is that old by watching the current production at the Springer Opera House. The energetic cast and wondrous visuals breathe fresh life into the play and make The Wiz compelling from start to finish.
Georgia high school principal on leave over trespassing charge
The trespassing charge is not related to the school.
Tracking a system midweek to bring relief to the forecast
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL)- This evening, showers and storms continue to build to our west, and a few could enter the area later this evening. Monday: The first official day of fall arrives tomorrow! Unfortunately, our temperatures will stay toasty tomorrow afternoon. Get ready for another round of temperatures in the...

















