Category Archives: Local News

The City of Columbus is jumping on board with other cities around the U.S. to give those with a criminal past a second chance at finding employment. The order called “Ban the Box” ensures applicants will not be

One million dollars is the goal of 22 Scott’s Miracle Riders, who are hoping to raise money for local families in need of a miracle. If you’ve ever wondered what a miracle looks like, look no further than Kolton Fortner. 

A black lab tried to crawl under the steering wheel, placing all 90 pounds on the accelerator. 

All week long, News Leader 9 brought stories from the front lines of the first Ranger School to allow female students.

Are you planning to travel this summer? If the thought of lost luggage, no Wi-Fi, and overweight fees leave you stressing out, instead of looking forward to that time to unwind, there is some good news.

Columbus’ first female Battalion Chief will soon find herself out of a job.City officials say Janice Bruner was under a two week investigation.

“Avengers: Age of Ultron” has debuted with a Hulk-sized box office showing, and Disney says it's headed toward a possible record-breaking weekend.

Six members of the Russell County Board of Education voted unanimously to approve Brenda Coley as the interim superintendent on Friday. 

Your Friday commute could be delayed after a car flipped on its side on Interstate 185 between Manchester Expressway and Airport Thruway. No word on injuries or cause of the accident.

Dr. Jacqueline Herd has joined Columbus Regional Health as Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) for Midtown Medical Center. Herd has extensive experience as a nurse executive, and previously served as CNO at Atlanta Medical Center.