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ROAD-HWY CLOSE GENERIC

Road closures scheduled ahead of GOP convention

Updated: 54 minutes ago
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By Josiah Berry
There will be temporary road closures in the downtown area due to the 2023 State GOP Convention this weekend.

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Columbus Surgeon and Father Writes Novel About Drug Addiction and His Family’s Battle

Columbus Surgeon and Father Writes Novel About Drug Addiction and His Family’s Battle

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Jason Dennis
“Opiates, as soon as it hit my system, something clicked,” former drug addict Nick McGrory said.

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Police lights generic

Salem woman dies in two-vehicle car crash in Russell County

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Jessie Gibson
58-year-old Barbara E. McElwain fatally injured when the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox she was driving collided head-on with the 2016 Ford Explorer.

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Georgia GOP Convention

DETAILS: Georgia GOP State Convention in Columbus

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Erin Rogers and Jessie Gibson
The Georgia GOP State Convention begins today in Columbus.

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Ronisha Anderson (left) and Juantonja Richmond (right).

Family members remember loved ones, call for justice following Clay Street double homicide

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Roslyn Giles
Nearly three months have passed since two women were found fatally shot on Clay Street in Columbus. The families of Ronisha Anderson and Juantonja Richmond recently spoke with WTVM News Leader 9.

Crime

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Murder investigation underway at Cross Creek Apartment in Columbus

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Columbus police are investigating a murder where one person was killed at an apartment complex on Steam Mill Road.

Alabama

2021 file photo shows the Alabama House of Representatives approving new lines for the state’s...

Biden, others react as SCOTUS orders Alabama to redraw congressional districts

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By WSFA 12 News Staff
Reaction is coming in after the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling Thursday that orders Alabama to redraw its congressional map to create a second majority Black district.

Crime

Former Muscogee County school employee pleads not guilty to child sex crimes

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Jatavia O'Neal
A now-former employee with the Muscogee County School District (MCSD) arrested on child molestation and sodomy charges appeared in court with a not guilty plea.

Crime

Columbus murder suspect pleads not guilty in deadly 2022 Sweetwater Dr. shooting

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Jatavia O'Neal
A man charged in connection to a deadly 2022 shooting in east Columbus pleaded not guilty to murder charges in court recently.

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Muscogee County School District holding district-wide job fair

Muscogee County School District to host district-wide job fair

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Jatavia O'Neal
If you’re looking for a job in education, the Muscogee County School District will host a district-wide job fair next week.
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Alabama

Single-vehicle crash in Chambers county, 1 dead

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Josiah Berry
A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 6:07 p.m. Wednesday, May 31, has the claimed the life a Wadley woman.

Georgia

Texas man dies following drowning incident at West Point Lake in LaGrange

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Jatavia O'Neal
A Texas man is hospitalized after almost drowning at West Point Lake in Troup County.

Crime

Heavy police presence off Highway 280 in Phenix City

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Jatavia O'Neal
East Alabama authorities are currently at a scene in Phenix City.

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Alabama pharmacies struggling to fill Adderall prescriptions during shortage

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Reagan Ranzer
We are nine months into the nationwide shortage of Adderall. The Food and Drug Administration confirmed the shortage in October after a high demand for the medication during the Coronavirus.

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Columbus Police investigating a shooting on Buena Vista Rd

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Josiah Berry
There is a heavy police on Buena Vista Road, in the area next to the Liberty gas station.

Weather

Storm Team 9: Weather Extra

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By WTVM Storm Team 9
Storm Team 9 Weather Extra is a weekly program that will include in-depth forecasts, forecast analysis and early alerts to potentially significant weather events.

Alabama

Roadway reopen after vehicle crash on Hwy. 80 in Phenix City

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Jessie Gibson
A vehicle crash has left part of a roadway blocked on Highway 80 in Phenix City.

Community

Indian Pines Golf Course set to reopen in Auburn with new name

Updated: Jun. 8, 2023 at 1:30 PM EDT
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By Josiah Berry
Indian Pines Golf Course will reopen to the public this fall with a completely redesigned and renovated course, along with a brand-new name.

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Gov. Ivey adds signature to ‘Gang Bill’

Updated: Jun. 8, 2023 at 10:19 AM EDT
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By Erin Davis
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has signed SB143, previously known as the “Gang Bill.”

Alabama

Former President Trump to visit Alabama for ALGOP event

Updated: Jun. 8, 2023 at 10:11 AM EDT
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By WSFA 12 News Staff
The Alabama Republican Party has announced that former President Donald J. Trump will be headlining an event for the ALGOP this summer.

Community

Muscogee County School District hosting weeklong JROTC Cadet Challenge

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 10:50 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Hundreds of Junior ROTC Cadets from area high schools in Georgia, Alabama and even the Virgin Islands met in one place.

Crime

Opelika attorney shares insight on Youthful Offender Status in Ala.

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 10:18 PM EDT
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By Reagan Ranzer
The man responsible for the deadly crash that killed the longtime voice of the Auburn Tigers and his wife in 2019 was granted youthful offender status for their deaths back then.

Republican

Uptown Columbus continues preparations for Trump’s GOP Convention visit

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 10:01 PM EDT
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By Katrice Nolan
Not only is law enforcement and other security agencies preparing for the large crowds, but so are local businesses in the area.

Georgia

Crews on scene of ongoing house fire on Oakwood Court in Columbus

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 6:46 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Columbus fire crews are on the scene of an ongoing fire near Double Churches Road.

Georgia

Columbus Police, Fire Department on scene at Wilson Apartments

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 6:44 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
There is currently a heavy presence from the Columbus Police and Fire Department at Wilson Apartments in Columbus.

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Northside Christian Church offering summer camp for young adults with disabilities

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 6:17 PM EDT
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By Tiffany Maddox
Northside Christian Church welcomed youth and young adults with special needs or disabilities to the church’s first ever summer camp.

Alabama

Opelika Police Department investigating a theft of property at Ulta

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 5:40 PM EDT
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By Josiah Berry
The Opelika Police Department began investigating a theft of property, second degree, which occurred at Ulta, located at 2690 Enterprise Drive.

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Muscogee Co. Sheriff’s Office searching for wanted sex offender

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 5:39 PM EDT
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By Jessie Gibson
The Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a wanted sex offender.

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Columbus set to host first-ever LEGO convention

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 5:32 PM EDT
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By Jessie Gibson
Columbus is set to host its first-ever LEGO convention in the fall.

Crime

Cataula man arrested on multiple sex crimes involving minors in Harris County

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 5:11 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
A 46-year-old Harris County man has been arrested with a collection of sexual assault crimes involving minors.

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Foster-turned-adoptive mother watches her sons walk across stage at graduation

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 4:27 PM EDT
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By Lisa Robertson
Gordon Burrell and Dennis Parker walked across the stage to collect their diplomas as their adoptive mother, Cecelia McFadden, looked on.

National

‘Miraculous’: 18-year-old walks in high school graduation ceremony months after near fatal crash

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 2:25 PM EDT
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By John Stofflet and Andrew McMunn
Daniel Marshall may not have received his diploma had he not survived a car crash late on New Year’s Eve this past year thanks to the help of a stranger.

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Car crash leaves lanes blocked near Floyd Rd. in Columbus

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 12:30 PM EDT
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By Jessie Gibson
A vehicle crash leaves lanes blocked near Floyd Road in Columbus.

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1 dead in car crash on Veterans Parkway in Columbus

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 12:10 PM EDT
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By Jessie Gibson
One person is dead following a fatal vehicle crash on Veterans Parkway.

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Russell County sheriff speaks about challenges of permitless carry

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 10:29 PM EDT
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By Amaya Graham
Across the state of Alabama, there’s been an uptick in domestic and road rage incidents involving guns this year, according to Russell County Sheriff Heath Taylor.

Education

Harris County School District to hold virtual meeting for Georgia Milestone score reports

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 10:24 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
The Harris County School District is holding a virtual meeting for parents to help them understand their children’s Georgia Milestone score reports.

Community

$18M upgrades for Columbus’ Miller Rd. exit and bridge to begin soon

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 9:53 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Traffic delays and orange barrels are something residents near Miller Road in Columbus will see for the next year.

Alabama

ADPH encourages parents to regulate children’s social media intake

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 5:44 PM EDT
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By Julia Avant
According to the CDC, over 8 million children in America have been diagnosed with Anxiety, Depression, or both.

Events

Saint James AME Church to hold 23rd annual gospel fest June 10

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 5:35 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
This occasion is free and open to the public, and refreshments will be provided.

Crime

No bond set for man in 2022 porn case after facing Lee County jury

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 5:09 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
No bond set for an East Alabama man after facing a grand jury regarding a six-count indictment of possession of child pornography, says Lee County Sheriff Jay Jones.

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The Effects: Referee shortages across AL & GA

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 4:50 PM EDT
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By Ashlee Williams
Happening across the country, local sports teams are experiencing a shortage of referees. Here at home, both Alabama and Georgia are feeling the effects.

Politics

City of LaGrange urging residents to vote in District 1 city council election

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 4:18 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
LaGrange city officials ask registered voting residents to vote for the city council’s District 1 seat in the election happening on June 20.

Crime

15-year-old suspect arrested in killing of woman on Brown Ave. in Columbus

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 3:50 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
A 15-year-old has been arrested in the murder of a 39-year-old woman on Brown Avenue.

Alabama

Donghee America invests $63M in manufacturing operation in Auburn

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 2:30 PM EDT
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By Jessie Gibson
Donghee America is creating 100 additional jobs by expanding its presence in Auburn.

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Road closures ahead of Georgia GOP State Convention in Columbus

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 1:17 PM EDT
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By Jessie Gibson
The Georgia GOP State Convention is taking place in Columbus from June 9-10 - which leads to road closures in the Uptown Columbus area.

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Sumter Co. man arrested on murder charges in Long County

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 1:06 PM EDT
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By Jessie Gibson
Long County officials arrested a man facing murder charges for the death of an Americus man.

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DETAILS: Donald Trump comes to Columbus Saturday

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 8:16 PM EDT
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By Ashlee Williams
Coming up this Friday, Georgia’s Republican party is kicking off, making its way to the Fountain City for the annual GOP convention. Thousands of Peach State delegates and alternates will be in Columbus... plus a handful of high profile politicians, including former president/ 2024 presidential candidate Donald Trump.

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Heritage Art Center in Columbus welcomes Artist Anonymous to present “Cyclical”

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 7:36 PM EDT
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By Gabriela Johnson
“I guess it’s almost like having a house party, it’s like all your friends get together and do something cool. It’s like showing people, ‘hey, we do stuff, we make things’”, says one artist featured in the show.

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LaGrange police finds missing 82-year-old woman

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 7:29 PM EDT
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By Jessie Gibson
The LaGrange Police Department is searching for a missing 82-year-old woman.

Alabama

Restaurant owners host crawfish fundraiser in support of Dadeville shooting victims

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 4:29 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Weeks after a shooting at a Sweet 16 birthday party, leaving four dead and dozens more injured, the city of Dadeville soaked up the sun during a crawfish boil in the Downtown area over the weekend.
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