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  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 6:46 PM EST2012-02-22 23:46:20 GMT
    The stepmother charged with murder of her nine-year-old stepdaughter in Etowah County has given birth in a Gadsden hospital while under the guard of sheriff's deputies.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 6:22 PM EST2012-02-22 23:22:39 GMT
    If you haven't seen every inch of Fort Benning, you need not worry. Others haven't either.  But if you'd like to know more about the home of the Maneuver Center of Excellence, a tour is now available.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 5:43 PM EST2012-02-22 22:43:27 GMT
    Russell County Commissioners voted unanimously on Wednesday to terminate a lease with the small town of Hurtsboro in 60 days. 

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 5:42 PM EST2012-02-22 22:42:30 GMT
    A two car accident sent both drivers to the hospital while tying up traffic on Interstate-85 near Auburn during morning rush hour traffic.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 5:39 PM EST2012-02-22 22:39:33 GMT
    Johnny Carter, 36, was identified as a mental patient in court Wednesday.  Police said he had been admitted to Columbus Regional for a psychiatric evaluation when he stole the ambulance just before midnight Monday.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 5:21 PM EST2012-02-22 22:21:58 GMT
    Technology is a huge part of children's lives and now it's making its way into the classroom. In this week's Be There we take a look at how new smart boards are changing the way your children learn.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 3:00 PM EST2012-02-22 20:00:33 GMT
    Professional wrestler CM Punk, whose real name is Phil Brooks, tweeted, "I would like @chrisbrown fight somebody that can defend themselves" on his Twitter account.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 1:39 PM EST2012-02-22 18:39:37 GMT
    A Los Angeles Superior Court judge told Lindsay Lohan she was "on the home stretch" Wednesday, as the troubled actress received glowing marks in her penultimate probation progress hearing.

  • Daewon America is bringing 32 new jobs and $13 million dollars to their Opelika plant.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 10:55 AM EST2012-02-22 15:55:44 GMT
    Troup County football coach Charles Flowers was fired after just two seasons with the Tigers. Parents allege his firing stems from untrue rumors regarding the transfer of a football player.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 9:46 AM EST2012-02-22 14:46:03 GMT
    This week Republican Senator Josh McKoon from Columbus introduced a new bill to the Georgia Senate giving religious employers a choice to opt out of coverage of birth control for employee insurance.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 9:35 AM EST2012-02-22 14:35:37 GMT
    You may go to the Riverwalk to run, walk the dogs or just enjoy the view but if you've been there at night, you may have noticed a few lights are missing.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 9:34 AM EST2012-02-22 14:34:17 GMT
    T-Mobile USA, which just had its acquisition by AT&T blocked by regulators, is now urging the federal government to block another deal in the wireless world: Verizon's planned purchase spectrum from cable companies for $3.6 billion.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 9:21 AM EST2012-02-22 14:21:46 GMT
    With more than 800-million active users per monthand nearly 3 billion Likes and comments every day, Facebook is a social networking giant.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 8:49 AM EST2012-02-22 13:49:20 GMT
    Four more bodies were found aboard the shipwrecked Costa Concordia a month after the cruise liner struck rocks off the coast of Italy.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 3:09 AM EST2012-02-22 08:09:00 GMT
    According to researchers from McMaster University in Ontario, Canada, high fructose corn syrup sweeteners should not get all the blame for weight gain.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 11:27 PM EST2012-02-22 04:27:10 GMT
    President Barack Obama joined musicians Mick Jagger, B.B. King and Buddy Guy in rocking the White House Tuesday night.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 10:38 PM EST2012-02-22 03:38:05 GMT
    A Columbus woman is headed to the United Nations to serve as a delegate of the US section of the Women's International League for Peace.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 9:45 PM EST2012-02-22 02:45:47 GMT
    Chizik said Tuesday that new hire Willie Martinez will coach secondary, as he did at his previous stops such as Georgia and Oklahoma.

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    Tuesday, February 21 2012 6:18 PM EST2012-02-21 23:18:20 GMT
    The City Council convened this afternoon and voted to overturn the decision to rehire a prison lieutenant. He was originally fired for having a sexual relationship with a subordinate and for showing favoritism to employees.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 6:18 PM EST2012-02-21 23:18:09 GMT
    A soldier with the 3rd Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division at Fort Benning was found dead on Sunday. Specialist Matthew Wood, 22, from Lyman, N.H was found unresponsive in his barracks Sunday morning.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 5:56 PM EST2012-02-21 22:56:20 GMT
    News Leader 9 has received calls and emails come into the newsroom about a large hole in the parking lot behind Ryan's restaurant off Manchester Expressway.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 5:51 PM EST2012-02-21 22:51:34 GMT
    A patient at the Columbus Regional Medical Center is now spending time in the Muscogee County Jail after stealing an ambulance from the Emergency Room, driving away and then crashing into a business.

  • It came and went in a flash each time, a number on a board for mere seconds, but its symbolic power couldn't be dismissed.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 5:25 PM EST2012-02-21 22:25:06 GMT
    An Auburn 12-year old is making a difference, by combining her love of basketball and fundraising to bring clean drinking water to families in Haiti.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 4:35 PM EST2012-02-21 21:35:34 GMT
    As a Republican lawmaker seeks to tighten rules on when a woman can get an abortion, a Democratic lawmaker is protesting the move by introducing a bill limiting vasectomies.

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  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 4:03 PM EST2012-02-21 21:03:13 GMT
    Columbus Republican Josh McKoon has filed Senate Bill 460, which recognizes birth control as beneficial to women and the family planning process, but would not require church-affiliated employers to provide contraception.

  • What do this year's Academy Award-nominated performers look like off the set? Take a closer look at the yearbook-style portraits from Douglas Kirkland's "Out of Character."
    What do this year's Academy Award-nominated performers look like off the set? Take a closer look via the yearbook-style portraits from Douglas Kirkland's "Out of Character," a new exhibition featuring 2012's 20 acting nominees.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 10:27 AM EST2012-02-21 15:27:52 GMT
    Only minor damage is reported after an earthquake centered in southeast Missouri shook at least nine states.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 9:30 AM EST2012-02-21 14:30:32 GMT
    A bill to ban drivers from sending or reading text messages while operating a motor vehicle is expected to come up for debate shortly after the House comes into session Tuesday afternoon.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 9:25 AM EST2012-02-21 14:25:50 GMT
    Rocker Bret Michaels and Grammy-winning singer Cyndi Lauper were expected to usher in Mardi Gras with musical performances in the wee hours of the morning Tuesday during a glitzy ball following the Orpheus parade.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 9:22 AM EST2012-02-21 14:22:03 GMT
    If you feel like gas prices are going up every time you fill up your tank, some experts say: brace yourselves because it might get worse.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 9:20 AM EST2012-02-21 14:20:23 GMT
    Large amounts of silt and clay are plaguing the waters of Fortson. Residents say it's all coming from a construction site of a new subdivision.

  • A small but growing number of teens and even younger children who think they were born the wrong sex are getting support from parents and from doctors who give them sex-changing treatments, according to reports in the...

  • Monday, February 20 2012 6:49 PM EST2012-02-20 23:49:48 GMT
    A man allegedly hit several vehicles on a low speed chase along Highway 150 in Hoover.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 6:21 PM EST2012-02-20 23:21:18 GMT
    The judge in the Toomer's Oak poisoning has denied a lawyer's motion asking he step down due to ties to Auburn University.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 6:05 PM EST2012-02-20 23:05:42 GMT
    The survey was put together by Columbus State University, and Credits Expansion at Fort Benning and a new marketing push by the Columbus Convention and Visitor's Bureau.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 6:04 PM EST2012-02-20 23:04:43 GMT
    In honor of Presidents Day, a flag retirement ceremony was held at The National Infantry Museum. Boy Scouts in "Troup 2" retired the flags that are no longer fit to be used.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 3:40 PM EST2012-02-20 20:40:28 GMT
    A Navy sailor from Columbus has died in Dubai. The Department of Defense says Petty Officer First Class Paris S. Pough died Friday during a port visit to Jebel Ali in the United Arab Emirates. Officials did not release the cause of death.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 3:37 PM EST2012-02-20 20:37:15 GMT
    There is a new push to teach creationism in Alabama. Rainbow City Representative Blaine Galliher is sponsoring legislation to allow creationism to be taught off school campuses at churches or ministries.

  • Atlanta Braves pitcher Tommy Hanson is being checked for a possible concussion after blowing a tire on his way to the first workout of spring training.

  • Gov. Nathan Deal says Georgia says the state has formed a partnership with Google to bring free websites to small businesses.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 1:13 PM EST2012-02-20 18:13:13 GMT
    A Columbus police officer was conducting what reports call a random tag check on a red Mustang that was traveling on 7th Street Saturday. The tag turned out to be stolen but that isn't the only charge the driver is facing.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 11:59 AM EST2012-02-20 16:59:03 GMT
    A Huntsville man was taken to the hospital after he crashed his vehicle into a pool during a police chase early Monday morning.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 11:23 AM EST2012-02-20 16:23:21 GMT
    Governor Robert Bentley on Tuesday proclaimed February 19-24 as Severe Weather Awareness Week in Alabama.

  • Well-equipped and familiar with the terrain, about a dozen expert skiers were making their way through a foot-and-a half of fresh snow when an avalanche hit them in an out-of-bounds area near a popular Washington ski resort.

  • Aretha Franklin was thankful to be alive and was thinking about lost friends, among them Whitney Houston.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 10:01 AM EST2012-02-20 15:01:32 GMT
    Sen. Ben Brooks (R-Mobile) proposed SB-161, which would strengthen penalties and registration requirements for convicted sex offenders.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 9:45 AM EST2012-02-20 14:45:09 GMT
    Some families who left Alabama last fall in fear of the state's tough crackdown on illegal immigration are returning to the state.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 9:35 AM EST2012-02-20 14:35:17 GMT
    Young aspiring poets gathered for the very first Fountain City Teen Poetry Slam. Saturday's event was considered a workshop for all young artists. 

  • Monday, February 20 2012 9:30 AM EST2012-02-20 14:30:51 GMT
    The father of a murdered barbershop owner re-opened his son's barbershop in his name this weekend. Victor Toliver never thought he would have to say goodbye to his childhood friend. 

  • Monday, February 20 2012 9:22 AM EST2012-02-20 14:22:59 GMT
    Those at the National Civil War Naval Museum were in for a special treat on Saturday. The Black In Blue: African Americans in the Civil War Navies history program told the stories of three phenomenal people who were affected by the navies of the civil war.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 9:07 AM EST2012-02-20 14:07:30 GMT
    Just in time for spring training, straight from Broadway, one of America's favorite sports, is sliding home at The Springer Opera House. This show is for everyone. It has sports, love, and a little bit of mischief.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 8:31 AM EST2012-02-20 13:31:05 GMT
    Access to college has been the driving force in federal higher education policy for decades. But the Obama administration is pushing for change.

  • Sunday, February 19 2012 11:01 AM EST2012-02-19 16:01:03 GMT
    The U.S. Postal Service is desperately trying to save itself.

  • Friday, February 10 2012 3:39 PM EST2012-02-10 20:39:49 GMT
    Computer hackers claiming to be from the loose-knit group known as Anonymous say they have broken into several Alabama law enforcement and government websites.

  • Friday, February 10 2012 3:34 PM EST2012-02-10 20:34:14 GMT
    People across Georgia are trading $2 for a chance at millions.  $325 million to be exact.  Georgia's Powerball jackpot is the largest since Georgia started selling tickets for the game.

  • Before Josh Powell was going to try to win back custody of his children last week, Washington state authorities received materials from Utah police that had been discovered on a computer in Powell's home two years ago....

  • Troup County Sheriff's Office executed a warrant after an extensive undercover operation.

  • Wednesday, February 8 2012 12:47 PM EST2012-02-08 17:47:10 GMT
    A homicide investigation is underway after test results from bones found in Opelika revealed that the individual died by a homicidal means - not a natural death.  A child's skull and other remains were found in a trailer park on Hurst Street on January 28.

  • Wednesday, February 8 2012 11:06 AM EST2012-02-08 16:06:07 GMT
    Troup County high school students are outraged after Monday night's school board meeting. It was announced that several programs and teacher positions could possibly be eliminated due to financial constraints.

  • The employment outlook is starting to look brighter. These job sectors and industries are expected to have a need for more workers in 2012.

  • Wednesday, February 8 2012 10:20 AM EST2012-02-08 15:20:31 GMT
    You may have heard the outdoor warning sirens sound Wednesday morning as part of severe weather awareness week.

  • The Princeton Review and USA Today have released their Best Value Colleges for 2012. Data was collected through student surveys and institutional data.
    The Princeton Review and USA Today ranked the best colleges for the money for 2012. Data was collected through student surveys and institutional data.

  • Wednesday, February 8 2012 9:48 AM EST2012-02-08 14:48:49 GMT
    The Troup County Sheriff's office needs your help in identifying a man wanted in connection with a recent theft at a church. 

  • Wednesday, February 8 2012 9:39 AM EST2012-02-08 14:39:25 GMT
    This week Muscogee County is celebrating PIE and the businesses that help guide students. Students and staff across 85 schools and 5 counties are celebrating and honoring the businesses that are dedicated to helping them achieve their goals.

  • Wednesday, February 8 2012 1:36 AM EST2012-02-08 06:36:41 GMT
    Rick Santorum swept clean Tuesday's Missouri primary and Minnesota and Colorado caucuses, dealing a staggering blow to presumed front runner Mitt Romney.

  • Tuesday, February 7 2012 11:10 PM EST2012-02-08 04:10:29 GMT
    Are you struggling to find ways cut an already strapped budget? Sometimes all it takes is a phone call and a little bit of time to get lower prices.

  • Monday, February 6 2012 1:28 PM EST2012-02-06 18:28:33 GMT
    The 23-year-old faces charges for opening fire at a "Congress on Your Corner" event in Tucson, AZ, and is expected to be ordered to stay four more months at a medical facility in hopes of reaching competency to stand trial.

  • Monday, February 6 2012 1:16 PM EST2012-02-06 18:16:08 GMT
    Hyundai Motor America announced another round of all-time sales records saying January 2012 sales figures were up 15 percent over the same period last year.

  • Monday, February 6 2012 1:02 PM EST2012-02-06 18:02:07 GMT
    Governor Nathan Deal, GEMA, NWS and Columbus Emergency Management has proclaimed the week of Feb. 6-10, 2012, as Severe Weather Awareness Week in Georgia.

  • Monday, February 6 2012 12:46 PM EST2012-02-06 17:46:38 GMT
    Authorities say they've found the body of a baby who died in a Monday morning house fire in Autaugaville.

  • Monday, February 6 2012 11:13 AM EST2012-02-06 16:13:10 GMT
    Campaign officials say Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney is planning a Wednesday fundraiser in Atlanta ahead of Georgia's GOP primary.

  • While the New York Giants and the New England Patriots face off in Super Bowl XLVI, Madonna will take the stage for the biggest halftime show of the year. Here's a look back at halftime shows since 2000.
    While the New York Giants and the New England Patriots competed in Super Bowl XLVI, Madonna took the stage for the biggest halftime show of the year. Here's a look back at halftime shows since 2000.

  • For more than forty years, one east Alabama coach has been working to inspire and help young athletes. Now, the community and school are saying, 'Thank you'. News leader 9's Mackenzie Patterson was there when they unveiled a big surprise.
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