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Columbus Fire & EMS recognized one captain, four lieutenants, and six sergeants for their hard work.

As investigators and volunteers continue to search for Aniah Blanchard, the 19-year-old who went missing from Auburn October 23, the community continues to find ways to keep her at the forefront of their minds.

James Dean hasn’t been alive in 64 years, but the “Rebel Without a Cause” actor has been cast in a new film about the Vietnam War.

Police in a Phoenix suburb got a strange 911 call recently. A 5-year-old boy didn’t have an emergency; he just wanted to order a Happy Meal from McDonald’s.

The restaurant is located on Eufaula Avenue.

Deputies recognized it as the bear they’ve dubbed “T-Shirt” for a patch of white fur on its chest. Authorities say the animal has had run-ins with deputies before.

Traffic is being diverted to exit 60.

Prosecutors filed one charge against Clifton Blackwell — first-degree reckless injury — but added the sentencing enhancers of hate crime and use of a dangerous weapon.

Representatives at the Phenix City Housing Authority say they’re planning to begin moving residents into the newly built Whitewater Village in December.

Thousands of dollars are being invested in creating more entertainment opportunities for the city of Columbus.