Category Archives: Local News

A number of local cheerleading troupes are gearing up for some friendly competition against other high flyers from across the country. Teams representing United Cheerleading prepare for the annual Summit Cheerleading Championship at Walt Disney World in

A wanted sex offender is on the run, and Muscogee County Sheriff officials need your help locating him. Alexander Green, 26, has warrants for failure to register as a state sex offender and probation violation. He is also on

A candlelight vigil in honor of music icon Prince was canceled because of rainy weather in Columbus on Wednesday, April 27.   However, organizers have rescheduled the event for Thursday, April 28. 

The Youth Advisory Council in Columbus filmed a "Texting while driving" video which recreated a disaster scene. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, cellphones are involved in 1.6 million car crashes each year that cause a

Columbus police are asking for your help tracking down a wanted carjacking suspect from last month.  On March 15, officials responded to the Walmart on Manchester Expressway in reference to a car hijacking.  

A new policy at Target stores nationwide has become the center of controversy in the Chattahoochee Valley.  According to Target’s website, any guest or employee including transgenders will be allowed to use the bathroom or fitting room that corresponds best with

Strong Towns, a national nonprofit working to strengthen financial stability in cities across the U.S., was in Columbus on Wednesday for two events.  Charles Marohn, president of the organization presented a "Curbside Chat" and a meeting at

A new budget proposal for the city of Columbus is up only about $4,300 from last year, but could mean economic growth down the road says Mayor Teresa Tomlinson. 

One local sports legend continues to do what he can to help the state of Alabama rebuild. This year also marks the 5th annual Bo Bikes Bama ride. The Auburn Football legend held a press conference Wednesday

Columbus police arrested a man for prostitution and obstruction of a police officer near Dawson Street on Wednesday, April 17 around 1 a.m. Jonathan Hill, 22, was arrested in a common area known for prostitution after a driver