Category Archives: Local News

COLUMBUS, GA (WTVM) – The verdict is in for the Double Churches Murder Trial. A’kevious Powell was found guilty of felony murder, armed robbery and not guilty of street gang and terrorism. 

COLUMBUS, GA (WTVM) – The Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office Deputy of the Year has been announced. 

Tim Senkowski received the keys to his new home in 2015, built and donated by the nonprofit The Path Home. But after the TV cameras left, he said the workers also took off and never came back.

The proposed affiliation agreement between Columbus Regional Health and Piedmont Healthcare that was announced in May moved another step closer to official approval. 

Phenix City police are searching for suspects accused of stealing large amounts of beer from businesses. 

The Troup County Sheriff’s Office is getting involved after a dog was stolen from someone’s home.   

Auburn University will host a breast cancer awareness event Friday The annual All In, All Pink event will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

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

Fathers in Columbus are being encouraged to walk their kids to school Friday morning, October 27th,  as part of the Million Father March. 

AUBURN, AL (WTVM) – A nationally-known chef in Columbus will be saying goodbye to one part of his business, being replaced over a lease.