An aggressive President Barack Obama accused challenger Mitt Romney of peddling a "sketchy deal" to fix the U.S. economy and playing politics with the deadly terrorist attack in Libya in a Tuesday night debate crackling with...More>>
The Auburn Tigers are two years removed from a national title and in the midst of a potentially disastrous season. The 2010 national champions are off to one of the program's worst starts in 60 years with just a single...More >>
Birmingham Board of Education President Edward Maddox has been charged with using his public office for personal gain. Maddox had no immediate comment on his arrest Tuesday and a court hearing has been scheduled for Nov. 6.More >>
Regional bank Renasant Corp. said profit in 2012's third quarter rose 8 percent from the same three months of 2011, as the bank set aside less to cover bad loans and made lower interest payments to savers.More >>
Regional bank Renasant Corp. said profit in 2012's third quarter rose 8 percent from the same three months of 2011, as the bank set aside less to cover bad loans and made lower interest payments to savers.More >>
The French ambassador to the United States is set to visit Atlanta to open a series of events meant to promote cooperation between France and the Southeast.More >>
The French ambassador to the United States is set to visit Atlanta to open a series of events meant to promote cooperation between France and the Southeast.More >>
Paul George had 20 points and eight rebounds to lead the Indiana Pacers to a 102-98 preseason win over the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night. George hit a 3-pointer at the end of the first half to give the Pacers a 49-47 lead...More >>
Southern Polytechnic State University in Cobb County was locked down last night after reports of gunfire, but the campus was later reopened. Police said officers did not locate anyone who was injured, but that an...More >>
Wednesday, October 17 2012 2:41 AM EDT2012-10-17 06:41:00 GMT
A Columbus man is facing charges of aggravated sexual battery and sodomy. Investigators say James Cureton, 55, is accused of inappropriately touching a 5-year-old girl.More >>
A Columbus man is facing charges of aggravated sexual battery and sodomy. Investigators say James Cureton, 55, is accused of inappropriately touching a 5-year-old girl.More >>
Citigroup Inc. says Vikram Pandit is stepping down as CEO and a board member.More >>
By DANIEL WAGNER AP Business Writer Vikram Pandit, who steered Citigroup through the 2008 financial crisis and the choppy years that followed, abruptly left the bank on Tuesday, stepping down as CEO and as...More >>
Tuesday, October 16 2012 3:47 PM EDT2012-10-16 19:47:36 GMT
A mother gave birth to a baby right in front of Huntsville Hospital Tuesday morning.Emergency crews were dispatched to the intersection of Franklin Street and Governors Drive around 8 a.m. for a call ofMore >>
A woman gave birth on the sidewalk in front of Huntsville Hospital.More >>
Tuesday, October 16 2012 1:32 PM EDT2012-10-16 17:32:28 GMT
(RNN) - Here's a weekly look at five of the SEC's top performers in Week 7 and who to watch in Week 8. Top performers Week 7: 1. Johnny Manziel, QB, Texas A&M Manziel led the conference in rushing andMore >>
Here's a weekly look at five of the SEC's top performers in Week 7 and who to watch in Week 8.More >>
The Washington Nationals' Edwin Jackson will return to Fort Benning Nov. 17 for the fourth annual Edwin Jackson Baseball Clinic from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Youth Sports Complex on Main Post.More >>
The Washington Nationals' Edwin Jackson will return to Fort Benning Nov. 17 for the fourth annual Edwin Jackson Baseball Clinic from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Youth Sports Complex on Main Post.More >>
Tuesday, October 16 2012 1:17 PM EDT2012-10-16 17:17:53 GMT
Muscogee County schools are undergoing a major transition in the classroom. The new initiatives are a direct spin-off of President Obama's, "Race to the Top" program.More >>
Muscogee County schools are undergoing a major transition in the classroom. The change affects students, teachers and administrators. The new initiatives are a direct spin-off of President Obama's, "Race to the Top" program.More >>
Tuesday, October 16 2012 10:19 AM EDT2012-10-16 14:19:00 GMT
We are just weeks away from the completion of the 14th street pedestrian bridge in Columbus after more than a year of construction. "When you enhance your area then that brings business in and that'sMore >>
We are just weeks away from the completion of the 14th street pedestrian bridge in Columbus after more than a year of construction.More >>
Tuesday, October 16 2012 9:47 AM EDT2012-10-16 13:47:02 GMT
Fall is in the air, and the Greater Columbus Fair is too! The annual fall event starts this Tuesday at the Columbus Civic Center at South Commons. It features live music, free attractions and shows, farmMore >>
Fall is in the air, and the Greater Columbus Fair is too! The annual fall event starts this Tuesday at the Columbus Civic Center at South Commons.More >>
Tuesday, October 16 2012 4:39 AM EDT2012-10-16 08:39:15 GMT
The Supreme Court of Georgia announced Monday a Phenix City attorney has been disbarred. Dana Gentry, 39, was arrested in August of this year on five outstanding warrants in Lee County, AL, includingMore >>
The Supreme Court of Georgia announced Monday a Phenix City attorney has been disbarred.More >>
The White House, under political pressure to respond forcefully to the Sept. 11 attack on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi, is readying strike forces and drones but first has to find a target.More >>
The White House, under political pressure to respond forcefully to the Sept. 11 attack on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi, is readying strike forces and drones but first has to find a target.More >>
Monday, October 15 2012 11:30 PM EDT2012-10-16 03:30:10 GMT
Candidates for several local and state races were at Cc's Place on St. Mary's Road in Columbus for a candidate forum. The forum was geared towards informing people who live in South Columbus about theMore >>
Candidates for several local and state races were at Cc's Place on St. Mary's Road in Columbus for a candidate forum. The forum was geared towards informing people who live in South Columbus about theMore >>
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued warnings Monday about additional drugs produced by the specialty pharmacy at the center of the current meningitis outbreak.More >>
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued warnings Monday about additional drugs produced by the specialty pharmacy at the center of the current meningitis outbreak.More >>
An improved housing market and better auto sales are expected to boost US economic growth in 2013, but slowing economies in China and Europe will be a net drag.
An improved housing market and better auto sales are expected to boost US economic growth in 2013, but slowing economies in China and Europe will be a net drag.
Register Here To Win a Pair of Tickets to the Christmas Made In The South Show Event: Christmas Made In The South 2009 Details: Creativity abounds as hundreds of artists and craftsmen gather toMore >>
Register Here To Win a Pair of Tickets to the Christmas Made In The South Show!More >>
Text "EVENT" to 40909for a chance to win a family 4 pack of Unlimited Ride Passes to the Greater Columbus Fair. Daily Winners will be Chosen between Monday October 8 and Friday October 12.More >>
Text "EVENT" to 40909for a chance to win a family 4 pack of Unlimited Ride Passes to the Greater Columbus Fair. Daily Winners will be Chosen between Monday October 8 and Friday October 12.More >>
Military Matters is a weekly feature dealing with all things military. If you have any suggestions for News Leader 9's anchor, Chuck Leonard, send an email to cleonard@wtvm.com, or follow him on Facebook.More >>
Military Matters is a weekly feature dealing with all things military. If you have any suggestions for News Leader 9's anchor, Chuck Leonard, send an email to cleonard@wtvm.com, or follow him on Facebook.More >>
It's the community's chance to tell everyone else what is going on in the region. What's Happening airs every weekday morning at 7:55am on News Leader 9. More >>
Here's your chance to tell the community what's going on. More >>
Tuesday, October 16 2012 5:27 PM EDT2012-10-16 21:27:36 GMT
DeKalb County police are searching for a missing 2-year-old child.The child's caregiver went into New Birth Missionary Baptist Church to workout in the church's gym and left the child in the car.When sheMore >>
DeKalb County police say an abducted 2-year-old girl that was taken after her caregiver left her in a van was found safe on Tuesday afternoon by a good Samaritan.More >>
Wednesday, October 17 2012 2:41 AM EDT2012-10-17 06:41:00 GMT
A Columbus man is facing charges of aggravated sexual battery and sodomy. Investigators say James Cureton, 55, is accused of inappropriately touching a 5-year-old girl.More >>
A Columbus man is facing charges of aggravated sexual battery and sodomy. Investigators say James Cureton, 55, is accused of inappropriately touching a 5-year-old girl.More >>
Tuesday, October 16 2012 10:40 AM EDT2012-10-16 14:40:05 GMT
Columbus police are investigating a fatal traffic accident. It happened shortly after midnight Tuesday on Forrest Road and Agnes Drive. Investigators say the driver of a Cadillac apparently lost controlMore >>
Columbus police are investigating a fatal traffic accident. It happened shortly after midnight Tuesday on Forrest Road and Agnes Drive.More >>
Tuesday, October 16 2012 1:09 PM EDT2012-10-16 17:09:15 GMT
Webster Parish Sheriff Gary Sexton says hazmat experts tell him the underground bunker containing explosives that blew up late Monday night at Camp Minden worked exactly as it was designed to do.More >>
Webster Parish Sheriff Gary Sexton says hazmat experts tell him the underground bunker containing explosives that blew up late Monday night at Camp Minden worked exactly as it was designed to do..More >>
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