Category Archives: Local News

In the summer of 2015, the U.S. Army decided to move forward with its plan to remove the 3rd Brigade from Fort Benning. As the deadline to vacate the base draws closer, city leaders, concerned citizens and

Dozens gathered at a home in Columbus on Thursday night to remember the victims of a tragic accident this weekend that claimed the lives of three people from one family. They lit candles, sang songs, and released balloons

Multiple organizations are teaming up to end the cycle of violence they say is plaguing their communities in the Fountain City, especially among the youth. The message from various organizations is quite simply “the violence must stop.”

The first “American Idol” finale in 2002 was a battle of the sexes, with Kelly Clarkson the victor over Justin Guarini. The last contest settled the score as Trent Harmon defeated La'Porsha Renae for the crown.

News Leader 9 was on the scene where a log truck overturned in Salem, AL near the intersection Highway 169 and Lee County Road 201.  

A Columbus murder trial took a huge turn Thursday as the key witness and surviving victim testified that the man accused of killing 23-year-old Dior Cheney was not the shooter. Reginald Jackson is accused of firing more than

A 14-year-old student is in custody after police say he brought a loaded gun, more than 100 rounds of ammunition, extra magazine and a mask to school on Thursday. 

Prom season is in full swing in the Valley! Some schools have already hosted the traditional dance, while others are lined up to do so in the upcoming weeks. Experts say this is an important time of

The efforts of a local group were celebrated with a luncheon held at the Green Island Hills Country Club Thursday. The third Annual Women’s Giving Circle Luncheon was held to support the Fine Arts programs of the

A Columbus hair salon is latest business to step up and lend support to a local family who tragically lost three relatives in a car crash last weekend.  Hair Kinections Beauty Salon will be raising money on