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This would be Georgia’s third location. There are currently Buc-ee’s locations near Warner Robins and Adairsville.

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A Columbus restaurant scores a B- after multiple violations while another restaurant scores a perfect 100. Juicy Jerk Grill located on 3964 Veterans Pkwy in Columbus scored an 80 after an inspector saw the following violations. Hand sink without hot water. Several time/temperature control for safety...

A LaGrange police lieutenant has been arrested after he stole money from an elderly person, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.

LAGRANGE, Ga. (WTVM)— The LaGrange Police Department is asking the public for information about a North Greenwood St. bank robbery. According to LPD, on Saturday, October 12 around just before 10 a.m., police responded to 200 North Greenwood Street in reference to a bank robbery. They said an initial...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — A heavy Columbus Fire and EMS presence has been reported near 2nd Avenue and 38th Street. Firetrucks, ambulances and a crane are on scene. At this time, no other details are available. This is a developing story, WRBL will update this article when more details are available.

Opelika Police Department are sounding the alarm after a caller reported false information regarding a possible shooting at a busy fast food joint. The department received a 911 call reporting shots fired at 12:38 pm on Friday, October 11, 2024, at the McDonalds in Tiger Town. The caller reported that someone had possibly been shot and people were fleeing the business.

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Former President Bill Clinton is expected to make multiple campaign stops for Vice President Kamala Harris in Columbus on Monday, WRBL has confirmed. “President Clinton is my friend and I look forward to having him in Columbus campaigning for Vice President Harris next week,” said retired dean of the Georgia House […]

Roderick Branscomb spent more than two years as the center's program director.

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Columbus Police Department is warning residents of a fraud involving scammers pretending to be police officials. According to a social media post, Columbus police received a phone call from a person who lives in California. They said the woman received a call stating that someone had obtained a credit card in her name and tried to use it to illegally purchase firearms in Columbus.

The winner will be the first person elected to the seat since Stacey Jackson, who died earlier this year.

MUSCOGEE COUNTY, Ga. (WRBL)— WRBL is your local election quarters, responsible for bringing local contested races to the forefront of the November General Election. WRBL is working on speaking with candidates in each race and sharing their platform. The first local race we are taking a look at is the race for Sheriff of Muscogee […]

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Columbus Police Department is investigating an armed robbery from Thursday night. At about 11 p.m., police responded to the robbery at Circle K in the 3800 block of Miller Road. Police say two suspects are wanted in connection to the robbery. WRBL will keep you updated.

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Columbus fire crews responded to reports of a house fire Friday night. Officials received a call around 9 p.m. regarding a blaze at a vacant home located in the 3500 block of 2nd Avenue. Upon arrival, firefighters confirmed the house was unoccupied and managed to contain the fire shortly thereafter.

COLUMBUS, Ga (WRBL)-After a chilly morning, those afternoon temperatures warmed up quite nicely reaching into the upper 70s/ 80s. Another great day is on tap for the end of the weekend. Sunday morning will trend warmer, with areas struggling to get below 50 degrees. With high pressure the driving force this weekend, highs will reach […]

I admit I have taken a trip or two with friends to "haunted" places with a good story. In fact, I thought I had heard of all of them but that is not the case. I wonder if any of you have heard about the train tracks place. Yes, supposedly a young man was killed by a train and now he pulls cars up on the train tracks. Even when you are a ways away from the tracks.

PHENIX CITY, Ala. (WTVM) - There’s a new No. 1 for Girls Flag Football, and they just happen to be in town! The Central Red Devils have taken over the top spot in the USA Today national rankings. The team is off to an 8-0 start and has outscored...

COLUMBUS, Ga (WRBL)- An absolutely beautiful end to the week today! Plenty of sunshine and temperatures rose into the mid 70s. A few areas saw mid 40s early this morning. An even cooler morning is on tap for tomorrow, with many seeing 40s for Saturday morning. Afternoon readings will begin to trend warmer, rising into […]

The Central - Phenix City Red Devils (5-1) host the Carver Wolverines (5-1) on Friday night at Central - Phenix City High School . The game is scheduled to begi

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Columbus residents are invited to connect with local police during the “Faith & Blue Bicycle Ride.”. Columbus Police Department, in collaboration with local faith-based organizations, is hosting the event on Oct. 11. Registration begins at 5:30 before the 5-mile bicycle ride around Uptown Columbus. According...

Hayley Tillery and Chance Corbett talk about a local effort to provide Hurricane Relief and a new event celebrating heroes of all kinds.