Leonard Hall
Digital Content Producer
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Leonard joined WTVM News Leader 9 as a digital content producer in May 2021.
He interned at WTVM in Spring 2017 and graduated from Alabama State University later that year. After college, he began working as a social media coordinator for a casino group.
Growing up, the Tuskegee native always had a passion for news. When he’s not working, Leonard enjoys drawing and eating at new restaurants.
Updated: Jul. 6, 2022 at 12:40 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Lanett police are still seeking answers in a Friday shooting that left a man injured.
Updated: Jul. 6, 2022 at 11:48 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
A new year-round indoor playground is coming soon to Columbus.
Updated: Jul. 5, 2022 at 6:27 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
He died Wednesday at the age of 67.
Updated: Jul. 5, 2022 at 11:12 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Organizers say all proceeds will benefit the deputy's family.
Updated: Jul. 5, 2022 at 8:54 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
The heavy-duty vinyl banners, honoring veterans from the Columbus region, will be displayed for a full year.
Updated: Jul. 4, 2022 at 9:27 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
A woman is dead following a single-vehicle crash in Columbus Sunday night.
Updated: Jul. 4, 2022 at 6:55 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
He vowed to continue making necessary decisions and working with public safety partners to avoid potential problems that can stem from overcrowding.
Updated: Jul. 3, 2022 at 8:41 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
The victim told police an unknown man drove past him and started firing shots.
Updated: Jul. 3, 2022 at 1:26 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Columbus police are still searching for John Lamar Craft who disappeared just over two years ago.
Updated: Jul. 3, 2022 at 11:34 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Authorities said the suspect's identity is unknown.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2022 at 3:56 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Officials say tragedy was avoided thanks to the deputy's quick response.
Updated: Jun. 30, 2022 at 12:57 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
The event runs through July 30.
Updated: Jun. 30, 2022 at 11:55 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Beginning next month, free health services will be available in Stewart County.
Updated: Jun. 30, 2022 at 10:55 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
The Columbus Police Department’s Financial Crimes Unit reports a recent increase of check fraud in the area.
Updated: Jun. 30, 2022 at 9:18 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
The Columbus Police Department says a missing 73-year-old man diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease has been found.
Updated: Jun. 30, 2022 at 9:14 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
The LaGrange Police Department says a man reported missing since earlier this month has been found.
Updated: Jun. 29, 2022 at 3:34 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Harris died Wednesday morning surrounded by his family, according to Lee County Chief Deputy Coroner Gene Manning.
Updated: Jun. 29, 2022 at 10:58 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Several services will be impacted by the 4th of July holiday.
Updated: Jun. 29, 2022 at 9:09 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Voters will go to the polls on August 23.
Updated: Jun. 28, 2022 at 2:18 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Authorities are searching for suspects in connection to vehicle break-ins in the Garrett Pines subdivision.
Updated: Jun. 28, 2022 at 7:08 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
A public hearing is scheduled this week on the proposed Chambers County school closures.
Updated: Jun. 27, 2022 at 8:51 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
ALEA is refuting the claim that an individual was wrongly excluded from the polls due to a driver license error.
Updated: Jun. 26, 2022 at 2:59 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
The Troup County Sheriff’s Office says a runaway teen has been located.
Updated: Jun. 26, 2022 at 2:16 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Two Phenix City men are dead after separate Saturday crashes in Russell County.
Updated: Jun. 26, 2022 at 11:26 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Following deliberations at a Saturday hearing, the committee declared the race between Jay Hovey and Tom Whatley a tie.
Updated: Jun. 25, 2022 at 9:09 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Highway 80 in Russell County has reopened after a crash, according to the Alabama Department of Transportation.
Updated: Jun. 25, 2022 at 5:52 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
The Columbus Police Department is investigating a Friday evening shooting that left one person dead and two others injured.
Updated: Jun. 25, 2022 at 12:20 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
State investigators say he intentionally started the blaze at a residence on June 11.
Updated: Jun. 25, 2022 at 10:55 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Investigators say the shooting happened at the end of a teen gathering when at least two groups became engaged in an altercation.
Updated: Jun. 22, 2022 at 12:29 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Deputies say 68-year-old Manuel Lee Ridgeway was last seen on June 17.
Updated: Jun. 22, 2022 at 11:40 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
A few improvements projects are expected to cause disruptions to water service this week in Cusseta
Updated: Jun. 21, 2022 at 1:18 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
LaGrange police have released new video of a shootout they believe is connected to damage at a convenience store last month.
Updated: Jun. 21, 2022 at 10:35 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
The victim told authorities she was forced to participate in various sex acts against her will.
Updated: Jun. 21, 2022 at 7:26 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Authorities say the incident happened late Saturday night on Lakeview Way.
Updated: Jun. 20, 2022 at 9:49 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
With extreme temperatures expected all week long, a cooling center will be available in Columbus.
Updated: Jun. 20, 2022 at 9:18 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
GDOT officials say the crash happened past SR 315 shortly after 5 a.m.
Updated: Jun. 20, 2022 at 8:24 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
The Harris County School District is looking to fill available bus driver positions ahead of the 2022-2023 school year.
Updated: Jun. 19, 2022 at 5:35 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
The body of her 13-year-old granddaughter was recovered from the lake last week.
Updated: Jun. 18, 2022 at 6:11 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Three people are recovering from their injuries after a two-vehicle crash in Americus Saturday afternoon.
Updated: Jun. 18, 2022 at 3:49 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
She is being held in the Muscogee County Jail on two counts of sexual assault by a person with supervisory or disciplinary authority.
Updated: Jun. 18, 2022 at 2:11 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
A Saturday afternoon fire has completely destroyed an under-construction apartment building in Columbus.
Updated: Jun. 18, 2022 at 12:56 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Authorities say the vehicle had previously been reported stolen to the Columbus Police Department.
Updated: Jun. 15, 2022 at 2:11 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
The dress code would be for students in grades K-8.
Updated: Jun. 15, 2022 at 12:54 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
A Valley woman is out on bond and facing an attempted murder charge.
Updated: Jun. 15, 2022 at 11:55 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
APD has launched an active shooter training course for residents to learn how to best protect themselves and others.
Updated: Jun. 15, 2022 at 11:12 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
It will provide mental health services for veterans living in Lee and Russell counties, as well as other parts of Alabama.
Updated: Jun. 15, 2022 at 10:04 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Police say robbery appears to be the motive.
Updated: Jun. 15, 2022 at 9:40 AM EDT
|By James Giles and Leonard Hall
Judge James McGlaun, a longtime probate judge for the Unified Government of Cusseta-Chattahoochee County, has died.
Updated: Jun. 15, 2022 at 6:07 AM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
He is accused of using his hands, feet and multiple household items during the assault.
Updated: Jun. 14, 2022 at 10:39 PM EDT
|By Leonard Hall
Officers say the suspect is responsible for multiple improvised explosive devices found in the area of 13th Avenue and 19th Street.