Muscogee County sheriff applies for federal immigration enforcement program, citing cartel activity

Sheriff says 287-G program targets violent cartel members; some residents raise concerns about Hispanic community impact ...

Back-to-school checklist: vaccines, registration and bus apps for Columbus-area families

In Georgia, health officials say pre-K, kindergarten and new students need vision, dental, hearing and nutrition screenings. Seventh graders must receive a Tdap shot and a meningococcal shot. Eleventh ...

Bus drivers prepare for new routes in Muscogee County

Add Us On GoogleAdd as a preferred source on Google Dr. Charles Vega shares a new FDA-approved option for COVD-19 and tips ...

Columbus police K-9 to receive bullet and stab-resistant vest from nonprofit

A Columbus Police Department K-9 will soon have added protection on the job. The department says K-9 Olive will receive a new ...
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Columbus water rates to increase 4.9% starting January 1 for new infrastructure

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Columbus water customers will see their bills increase by 4.9% beginning January 1, 2026, as the city works to fund major infrastructure projects including a new wastewater ...

Sumter County schools return Thursday with new superintendent, safety upgrades

Sumter County Schools will begin the 2026-2027 school year Thursday, with families attending open house events Monday night ...

Opelika mayor outlines smart growth plans, new jobs and workforce campus in first State of the City address

OPELIKA, Ala. (WTVM) - Opelika Mayor Eddie Smith delivered his first State of the City address Wednesday, outlining plans for ...

Opelika Mayor gives first State of the City address

Dr. Charles Vega shares a new FDA-approved option for COVD-19 and tips for prevention. Here's a list of items needed to make ...

Columbus Riverwalk suspect denied bond after sexual assault, armed robbery charges

An 18-year-old accused of sexually assaulting and robbing a woman at gunpoint along the Columbus Riverwalk pleaded not guilty ...

Columbus residents challenge Muscogee County sheriff’s ICE agreement at city council

Sheriff says 287-G program targets drug cartels, not immigrant families.

Trump and DOJ ask Supreme Court to toss $83 million defamation verdict in E. Jean Carroll case

Trump and the DOJ are asking the Supreme Court to dismiss an $83 million defamation verdict won by E. Jean Carroll — the ...

Chambers County opens Alabama’s first transitional home for single mothers

August after nearly three years of planning ...