Category Archives: Local News

A two-vehicle accident claimed the life of an Auburn man Thursday morning. Preston Anthony Massey, 27, was killed when the 2006 Chevrolet Impala he was driving was involved in a single-vehicle crash on I 85 in Opelika.

Politicians are calling for Roy Moore to step aside after a woman says she had a sexual encounter with Moore when says was 14 years old.  

Alyssa Stringfellow clearly has a great sense of humor. She posted a pretty embarrassing moment on Facebook for her friends to get a good laugh.

The president and CEO of the Phenix City/Russell County Chamber has been announced. 

Enrollment at Columbus State University has set a new record for the fall semester. 

Three men found guilty of separate charges in a Columbus murder will be sentenced Thursday. A’kevious Powell, Derain Waller, and Jaquawn Clark were accused of murdering Demonde Dicks Jr. at Double Churches Park in 2016. 

Here’s your look at News Leader 9’s recaps, top stories, and breaking news that will be talked about Thursday.

Police are searching for a suspect seen near the area of several crimes in a Eufaula neighborhood.

The community can support schools in Columbus by fueling up at local Circle K gas stations. 

Folks who visit the Uptown Columbus area will soon have a new restaurant to visit. According to the Uptown Columbus Facebook page, The Simple Greek restaurant will be opening soon at 1228 Broadway.