Jose Zozaya
Reporter/Anchor
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José Zozaya is the anchor of News Leader 9 Weekend Morning and reports three nights a week for WTVM.
José Zozaya joined WTVM News Leader 9 as a Multimedia Journalist in March 2016 after graduating from the University of Florida in December with a degree in Journalism. Jose was named weekend morning anchor in August 2017.
Before arriving at WTVM News Leader 9, José worked for NBC 6 in South Florida.
During his time at UF, José covered a variety of issues for WUFT News and the city newspapers, including local politics, community redevelopment and campus life. After working for the weekly Spanish-language radio program Noticias WUFT-FM, José anchored and produced WUFT’s daily news update, “News in 90.” He then hosted the weekly politics segment for WUFT’s live news broadcast, “First at Five,” and before graduating, had the opportunity to co-anchor the main broadcast.
José was born in Pittsburgh, PA, but soon moved to Venezuela, then relocating to South Florida with his family.
José is excited to start his career in the South and serve the Chattahoochee Valley community. When he’s not working, he loves to watch movies on Netflix, follow his sports teams, eat good food, and of course, spend time with his family.
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What is now Tropical Storm Florence foiled any plans for Hughes and her team from North Georgia to compete in the tournament for players 55 +up?
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With Governor Nathan Deal calling a state of emergency for all 159 counties in Georgia, the resources are moving smoothly for cities and towns to share their manpower and supplies.
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The worst fears for many on the roads tonight may play out as they head away from Hurricane Florence into other parts of the Southeast - devastation beyond measure.
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"I think if we work with the administration, with the transportation department, and the board, we can rectify this problem," Kia Chambers said.
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Auburn, AL (WTVM) - The Auburn Police Department confirms one man was shot and killed early Sunday morning along the 200 block of Magnolia Avenue.
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Local organizations and advocates championing environmental justice and rallying for action that will lessen the blow of climate change not just in the Chattahoochee Valley, but across the globe.
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In a unanimous vote, city council voted to take legal action against a student housing complex for failing to pay business license taxes for several years.
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The Muscogee County School District is being sued by two families whose children were injured in a school bus crash in 2016.
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With the motion approved, Auburn City Council moves forward with its one-year contract with a new valet parking service vendor.
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Morgan and Sam Greger took a lazy ride down the Chattahoochee River to kick off their Labor Day weekend.
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"Tragedy is not fair" were the words, spoken by Shameika Averett, the mother, daughter, and sister of the victims murdered in their Upatoi home in 2016.
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Sherricka Day and her young nephew discovered a summer showcase built for comic book and toy lovers young and old inside the Coca-Cola CSU Science Space Center.
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Patrick McGlon wrapped up his first raft ride down the Chattahoochee River, giving the course a rave review. "It was fun. Get in, swim, rapids, boat flip - it was awesome, great experience,"
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Visitors from far and wide continue reserving dates to stay in vacation properties throughout the Fountain City, thanks to websites like Airbnb.
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By Friday, the county board of elections could close all but two of its polling places - a move drawing backlash from voters, state lawmakers, and disability advocates.
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A packed room of citizens filled every seat inside the Muscogee County School Board meeting room Monday evening.
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Traveling across the state, U.S. Senator Doug Jones made a recent stop to support democrat Brian McGee, who's running for House District 38. In his first visit back to East Alabama since winning December's special election,
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A new beginning is underway for a historic landmark and educational hub in Columbus. It's already been years in the making.
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"I think it needs to be talked about more," said Ashley Jones about preparing for the horror of potentially facing an active shooter.
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A handful of concerned parents and citizens let the Muscogee County School Board know they demand a solution to recent transportation troubles, specifically with school buses.
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The back and forth between Atlanta developers TBG Residential and Hilton Avenue neighbors will continue Monday afternoon.
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Just hours before the school year starts, concerned parents and voters getting the conversation going, talking about a potential change to their school board in the very near future.
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Starting this fall, public school students across Georgia, including those in Kindergarten, will begin learning about preventing sexual abuse in the classroom.
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W.C. Bradley Co. donates equipment to new MCSD STEAM center; board discusses police chief candidates
It's a less formal setting this week for the Muscogee County School Board, as board members move forward with pending business as listed for Monday's work session.
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Members of the city's NAACP branch have a set date for when the latest slate of officers will be wiped clean, leaving room for a new crop of leaders to take over the historical advocacy organization.
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What was a regular spring Wednesday in May for Cory Aycock, soon turned into a downpour.
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The Muscogee County School board moves into the new fiscal year by approving its latest multi-million-dollar budget.
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The Columbus Amateur Radio Club held an event that was full of fun for those who were interested in ham radio. Passionate enthusiasts of the Columbus Amateur Radio Club rigging their antennae and scanning frequencies from Cooper Creek Park...
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From serving our country to serving the community in East Alabama, veterans and volunteers with the Mission Continues welcomed members of other organizations to help feed the hungry across the Chattahoochee Valley.
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O'Ree Crittenden and the staff at Access 2 Independence in Columbus, work day in and day out to get their peers with disabilities - physical, or learning - in touch with resources that can help improve their home lives or even their careers.
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A closer look at the damage inside the government center tower in Columbus reveals what city inspectors now confirm to the city council, which is 36,000 gallons of water leaking from the top, flooding into several courtrooms and offices.
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A Columbus man who tried to illegally record a victim through her clothing pleaded not guilty in Recorders Court.
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Columbus city leaders resumed talks surrounding the upcoming fiscal year's operating budget.
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Another legal challenge has been leveled against PF Holdings LLC, the owners of the long-troubled Ralston Towers in Columbus. This time, several local businesses taking the New Jersey-based company to court, over accusations of failing to pay roughly $25,000 worth of services.
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COLUMBUS, GA (WTVM) - Columbus police arrested a man wanted on several warrants including running a commercial gambling operation. On Friday, June 9 police were searching for 26-year-old Harpreet Singh and he was located in the 1600 block of Floyd Road where Floyd Food and Lottery is located. Singh has been charged with commercial gambling, keeping a gaming place, and possession of burglary tools. His hearing was scheduled for Saturday, June 9, and he has now posted bond. Co...
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For leaders in law enforcement like Georgia Bureau of Investigation Special Agent Trebor Randle, communication and open dialogue are key in not only understanding how young men and women of all races perceive police...
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