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Donald Trump painted an inaccurately dark portrait of manufacturing in America while Hillary Clinton stretched credulity in boasting that her spending plans won't add to the country's debt. As well, both struggled…

Donald Trump painted an inaccurately dark portrait of manufacturing in America while Hillary Clinton stretched credulity in boasting that her spending plans won't add to the country's debt. As well, both struggled…

A LaGrange woman was planning to get married this weekend. Now, Meghann Smith’s family is planning for her funeral. Kyle Pickels, who would have been the best man at Meghann Smith’s wedding, is best friends with her

The Columbus Police Department has made an arrest in the Monday, Oct. 17 shooting death of a man. Dontavis Paige Screws, 20, was taken into custody without incident and charged with murder. 

On Wednesday, several first responders in the area received special training on how to handle those who have autism. The training was for all first responders and law enforcement.

A concert featuring several well-known gospel artists will be back in Columbus for the second year in a row. The Festival of Praise tour featuring Israel Houghton, Hezekiah Walker, the comedian Earthquake and others will be at

Hurricane Matthew created the perfect storm for one would-be burglar, or so the suspect thought. That was before the Myrtle Beach homeowner woke up and discovered the prowler.

A growing number of infant deaths in Georgia is prompting the Georgia Bureau of Investigation to ramp up educational campaigns, as October marks national SIDS, Pregnancy, and Infant Loss Awareness Month. GBI special agents say they average 150 infant

If you’re looking for fresh Mexican food, you’re in luck!  Willy’s Mexicana Grill is now open for business in Columbus. Managers gave the media a tour of their kitchen on Wednesday. 

Lawanda Thomas, the mother of the Columbus teen who was allegedly slammed to the ground multiple times by a behavioral specialist at the school, now wants justice for her son.