Citizen campaigns against Isaiah Hugley for mayor
Jason Patterson isn't qualifying to have his name on the ballot this week, but he is running one of the most high-profile campaigns in...
Who is Ben Garcia?
In early February, Ben Garcia and his political consulting firm, Magnolia Grove Consultants, were caught in the middle of a political firestorm. Mayoral candidate...
Fifteen candidates qualify for local election on first day
Fifteen candidates submitted paperwork and fees to have their name on the ballot on the first day of qualifying in Columbus. Candidates have until...
East Alabama man charged with abusing his wife
An East Alabama man is facing multiple charges after a criminal investigation revealed he was abusing his wife according to a press release from...
Former Benning commander sounds alarm on ground troops in Iran
The former Commanding General of Fort Benning retired Major General Paul Eaton is sounding off on the potential for ground troops in Iran. MG...
Local singing stars vie for stardom
Tonight is the night! Watch and listen as two vocalists with local ties compete in two popular TV singing competitions.
One of the youngest competitors...
Qualifying begins for local candidates
Qualifying begins in Muscogee County for local candidates who want their name on the ballot for the upcoming election. Five city council seats and...
Hugley: People are concerned about the “chaos” in Columbus
Isaiah Hugley is hitting the campaign trail with a series of meet and greets across town. The former city manager said there is one...
Area schools collaborate for military support
Nearly 6,000 military‑connected students attend the eight school districts in and around Fort Benning. Superintendents and representatives serving those students, from districts in Alabama...
LaGrange man wanted for pointing rifle at teen
On February 26, 2026, at approximately 1830 hours, officers from the Lagrange Police Department responded to 124 McGee Street regarding a subject with a...
Death investigation underway after body found in Phenix City
On February 25, 2026, the Phenix City Police Department responded to a report of a deceased person located at the 900 block of Broad...
Arrest made in Schomburg Road auto break-ins
Over the past several weeks, the Columbus Police Department’s Property Crimes Unit investigated a series of vehicle break-ins in the Schomburg Road area. The...