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Ricardo Strozier pleads guilty, gets life in prison for Heath Jackson murder

Fri, 24 May 2013 17:30:00 EDT

Strozier pleaded guilty to 10 charges, including murder, armed robbery and burglary.

Alabama closes mystery illness probe

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:45:00 EDT

Alabama health officials investigating a cluster of respiratory illnesses say the total has increased to 10, but they are closing the investigation.

With symbolic ribbon cutting, NJ shore is open

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:40:00 EDT

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has cut a ribbon to symbolically reopen the state's shore for the summer season, seven months after being devastated by Superstorm Sandy.

Georgia man convicted of shooting wife 8 times

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:36:00 EDT

A metro Atlanta man has been found guilty of shooting his wife eight times outside their apartment.

Fort Benning remembers fallen soldiers

Thu, 23 May 2013 17:46:00 EDT

Military cemeteries come alive during Memorial Day weekend as the nation pauses to reflect on soldiers who've made the ultimate sacrifice for the country.

14th Street pedestrian bridge remains closed for opening of Whitewater

Thu, 23 May 2013 17:19:00 EDT

The 14th Street pedestrian bridge has been finished since October of last year, but because of an unforeseen setback, it's still closed to the public.

Film on Ga. graveyard wins film festival award

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:58:00 EDT

A film that documented the recovery of an unmarked graveyard in Middle Georgia has won two awards in an international film festival focused on human culture.

Alabama governor signs bill on carrying guns

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:21:00 EDT

Alabama's governor has signed legislation that expands where people can carry guns in Alabama.

59 graduate from WHINSEC

Wed, 22 May 2013 17:33:00 EDT

The Marshall Auditorium at Fort Benning was filled with applause as military, law enforcement and civilians were recognized for their accomplishments.

Emergency responders gear up for Whitewater

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:58:00 EDT

Columbus Fire and EMS has been preparing for the swift water for over a year. They spent two weeks in the water learning a three-step training process that includes awareness, operations and technical training.

Ala. courts facing layoffs without extra money

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:45:00 EDT

Alabama's chief justice expects to lay off 150 employees after the state's new fiscal year starts Oct. 1 unless the court system gets more money than the Legislature appropriated.

Czech president settles dispute over gay rights

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:41:00 EDT

The Czech president says he will no longer block a university professorship for a gay rights activist who had been critical of him.

The 75th Ranger Regiment is honored

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:18:00 EDT

The 75th Ranger Regiment deployed on it's 17th combat rotation that ended this past February.

Columbus Council temporarily saves Columbus Fire and EMS from big cuts

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:33:00 EDT

Mayor Teresa Tomlinson has proposed a 1.5% cut to every city department's budget, including public safety.

Thailand urged to explore edible insect market

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:49:00 EDT

Researchers say Thailand is showing the world how to respond to the global food crisis: by raising bugs for eating.

Woman shot on Ga. golf course, hospitalized

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:44:00 EDT

Police in Glynn County say a man has been charged with reckless conduct in an accidental shooting at a coastal Georgia golf course.

Alabama schools get authority to hire security

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:39:00 EDT

The Alabama Legislature has authorized city and county school systems to hire armed security guards to protect students.

Rainn Wilson reflects on "The Office"

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:55:00 EDT

After nine seasons, "The Office" and its workplace antics are over.

Obama's approval rating steady despite scandals

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:47:00 EDT

The IRS scandal hasn't damaged the President's approval numbers, according to a new CNN/ORC poll.

Columbus man pleads guilty to 2012 Lakebottom murder

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:41:00 EDT

Mark Merritt pleaded guilty Friday to murder and armed robbery.

Taylor Swift wins 8 trophies at Billboard Awards

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:45:00 EDT

Another day, another domination for Taylor Swift: She was the red hot winner at the Billboard Music Awards.

Ferris wheel ride world record broken in Chicago

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:37:00 EDT

A manager of Chicago's Navy Pier rode the tourist spot's Ferris wheel for more than two days, bringing the world record for the longest ride to the birthplace of the amusement park favorite.

Small Fla. city wonders who won Powerball jackpot

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:34:00 EDT

So who has the winning Powerball ticket?

5 vehicles set afire in Columbus historic district

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:25:00 EDT

Columbus officials are investigating the burning of five vehicles in the city's historic district.

Ga water negotiator's role may be seen as conflict

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:21:00 EDT

One of Georgia's negotiators in a tri-state water dispute is president of a lobbying firm that has sought to develop a technology touted as a partial solution to that feud.

Obama exhorts good deeds by Morehouse graduates

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:16:00 EDT

President Barack Obama told graduates of historically black Morehouse College to seize the power of their example as black men graduating from college and use it to improve people's lives.

Eufaula restaurant wins Alabama BBQ sauce contest

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:13:00 EDT

A restaurant from Eufaula has won Alabama's BBQ Sauce-Off Championship.

Ala. bond issues pending on Legislature's last day

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:10:00 EDT

The Alabama Legislature could use its last meeting day to authorize the borrowing of $280 million through state bond issues.

Ala. community colleges expanding business courses

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:07:00 EDT

Alabama community colleges are expanding their course offerings that prepare students to start and run their own businesses.

17-time Ga. felon sentenced on ammunition charge

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 08:31:00 EDT

A 17-time felon has been sentenced to 16 years and three months in prison after he was found guilty of possession of ammunition by a convicted felon.

3 Ga.-based soldiers killed in Afghanistan attack

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:03:00 EDT

The Army says three soldiers based at Fort Stewart in southeast Georgia died in a weekend suicide bomb attack in Afghanistan that also killed an American diplomat.

Auburn Football Under Fire

Thu, 4 Apr 2013 20:23:00 EDT

A New Report Alleges Auburn Football Program Paid Players and Committed Academic Fraud.

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Tue, 26 Mar 2013 06:17:00 EDT

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Athletes Behaving Badly

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 21:57:00 EST

Athletes Behaving Badly: Are We Part of the Problem?

Students protest for system to report bias

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 08:24:00 EST

Protesters at Emory University are calling on the school to develop a system so that people can report bias.

Gov. Deal: HOPE will be expanded for tech grants

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 08:31:00 EST

Gov. Nathan Deal and state lawmakers have reached an agreement to lower the grade requirements to qualify for HOPE grants at Georgia technical schools.

Columbus woman wins $1M in scratch-off lottery

Tue, 5 Feb 2013 15:35:00 EST

29-year-old Tanisha Smith won $1 million in the Maximum Green scratch off game.

Police investigate Wynnton Homicide

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 16:39:00 EST

A "suspicious" death investigation is under way in the Wynnton area of Columbus.

How to Overcome Trauma in Your Life

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 14:50:00 EST

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EXCLUSIVE: Cielinski Family squares off against City in Court

Tue, 4 Dec 2012 15:39:00 EST

A Georgia Appeals Court has ruled that a Columbus woman has enough evidence to face the city in a jury trial over her flooded home.

Exclusive: Retired General weighs in on Petraeus

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 16:05:00 EST

Reaction is still pouring in after Retired Four Star General David Petraeus abruptly resigned as CIA Director late last week.

Columbus Police investigate overnight assault and robbery

Fri, 9 Nov 2012 07:27:00 EST

Police say a 22-year-old man was struck in the head with a gun outside Little Joe's across from the Booker T. Washington Apartments around 11:30 Thursday night.

Auburn Residents Could Vote on Tax Increase this September

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:35:00 EDT

By: Dorothy ShermanAUBURN, AL - It's a 9 mill property tax increase Auburn residents maybe voting on soon. "Probably in a June meeting the city council will set the date for an election and make official,"

East Alabama Donations for OK

Tue, 21 May 2013 21:19:00 EDT

By: Dorothy ShermanAUBURN, AL - "The governor of Oklahoma is requesting that no donations be made at this time that aren't monetary, because they basically don't have any place to put anything," Jan

Trash Amnesty Week Benefits Auburn Residents

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:52:00 EDT

By: Dorothy ShermanAUBURN, AL - Auburn residents have one less thing to worry about when it comes to their spring cleaning. Monday is the start to Auburn's 9th Annual Trash Amnesty Week. Its a week

How to prepare your dog for playgroup

Mon, 7 Feb 2011 15:29:00 EST

Prepare your pooch before heading out to a playgroup to ensure everyone has a fun (and stress-free) time.

Gwyneth Paltrow says modeling is the 'perfect job' for moms

Thu, 23 May 2013 14:30:00 EDT

Working moms with young children may be always strapped for time, energy and money. But Gwyneth Paltrow has a solution that worked for her — and might work for you: modeling.

Janet Jackson officially joins the billionaires club

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:30:00 EDT

Janet Jackson is officially a billionaire. According to Variety, the singer's big bank account is thanks to decades in the music and acting business.

Chris Brown gets into car crash in Los Angeles

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:30:00 EDT

Chris Brown got into a minor fender-bender Tuesday afternoon in Los Angeles, TMZ reports.

Report: Justin Bieber requires $5 million confidentiality waiver for all house guests

Thu, 23 May 2013 14:30:00 EDT

Want to hang out at Justin Bieber's house? It might cost you $5 million!

Darius Rucker responds to racist tweet: "Is this 2013 or 1913?"

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:46:00 EDT

Country music artist Darius Rucker has publicly responded to a racist comment made towards him over Twitter.

Brad Pitt on Jennifer Aniston marriage: I was wasting opportunity

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:30:00 EDT

Brad Pitt says he was burnt out from drug use during his marriage to Jennifer Aniston.

Steven Spielberg producing Halo live-action series for XBox

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:30:00 EDT

Steven Spielberg is producing a live-action TV adaptation of the hugely popular Halo video game series, Xbox announced in a presentation for the new Xbox One.

Are Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne living together again?

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:30:00 EDT

After a recent rough patch, one of TV's favorite families — the Osbournes — may be reuniting under the same roof.

Lindsay Lohan sued for $5 million by clothing company

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:48:00 EDT

Lindsay Lohan has been sued for $5 million by a clothing manufacturer.

Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman’s Laurence Haddon dies at 90

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:30:00 EDT

Haddon passed away May 10 in Santa Monica, Calif., due to complications from Lewy body disease, a form of dementia.

Fun facts about brood ii cicadas

Fri, 24 May 2013 17:28:00 EDT

Fun fact #1: Cicadas have emerged and swarmed Staten Island, NY. Exterminators have perhaps their biggest project ever. Will the cicada infestation of 2013 be worse for Staten Island residents than...

13 ways to make your garden sparkle

Fri, 24 May 2013 15:23:00 EDT

1. DIY Embellished Garden Lamp 2. DIY Patio Bottle Star 3. DIY Junk Mirror 4. Planting Doorknobs 5. Marbles Embedded in Fencing 6. DIY Glowing Garden Gazing Ball 7. This is a bowling ball...

Can sunscreen cause cancer?

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:00:00 EDT

Find out what some top doctors had to say about some common beliefs surrounding sunscreen.

5 germ hot spots you aren't cleaning

Fri, 24 May 2013 10:00:00 EDT

Here are five germ hot spots you're probably missing when you clean, and the most powerful tools to add to your cleaning arsenal today.

Diet soda habit as bad for teeth as meth addiction

Thu, 23 May 2013 17:15:00 EDT

Heavy consumption of diet soda can damage teeth as badly as methamphetamine or crack cocaine, a new study contends.

7 foods that boost your brainpower

Thu, 23 May 2013 17:14:00 EDT

Making big decisions for your company? Add these foods to your regular diet to keep your mind sharp.

Garage door maintenance tips

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:32:00 EDT

Garage doors are the largest moving part of your house. They need consistent maintenance in order to function quietly and properly. The following basic DIY garage door maintenance tasks can be...

U.S. teen birth rate plummets

Thu, 23 May 2013 15:01:00 EDT

Teen birth rates in the United States are dropping sharply, especially among Hispanic teens, according to a new government report.

Too few kids use fast-food calorie info

Thu, 23 May 2013 15:01:00 EDT

Kids who eat fast food at least twice a week are 50 percent less likely to use calorie and nutritional information than kids who eat fast food less often.

Millions Of Children May Go Hungry This Summer Without School-Provided Meals

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:05:00 EDT

As the school year draws to a close, for millions of American children the last bell of the year may cause more stress than summer celebration. For them, the end of school does not mean a few months of fun and relaxation. It...

Department of Energy Recognizes HEI Hotels & Resorts for Leadership and Achievement in Better Buildings Challenge

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:50:00 EDT

The Department of Energy recognized HEI Hotels & Resorts this week for its continued success and leadership as a participant in the Better Buildings Challenge, announcing the company is on track to meet goals of reducing...

Miller Robson- Promotions/Public Service

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 12:08:00 EDT

Promotions/Public Service

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Thu, 9 May 2013 11:14:00 EDT

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Americans still making unhealthy choices

Wed, 22 May 2013 10:42:00 EDT

The overall health of Americans isn't improving much, with about six in 10 people either overweight or obese and large numbers engaging in unhealthy behaviors like smoking, heavy drinking or not exercising.

Student suicide may spur similar thoughts in teens

Wed, 22 May 2013 10:29:00 EDT

When a classmate commits suicide, teens are more likely to consider or attempt suicide themselves, according to a new study.

Genes may boost woman's risk of postpartum depression

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:01:00 EDT

Pregnant women with specific alterations in two genes may be at increased risk of suffering depression after giving birth, a small new study suggests.

Managing seasonal allergies

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:35:00 EDT

Although spring arrived late this year in parts of the United States, the summer allergy season will still be strong, according to a sinus expert at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Cellphone use may reveal your dominant brain

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:03:00 EDT

New research suggests the dominant side of your brain may make the call on which ear you choose to use while talking on your cellphone.

Angelina Jolie will have ovaries removed to lower chances of cancer

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:05:00 EDT

Film star Angelina Jolie will have her ovaries removed to help lower her odds for ovarian cancer, People magazine reported Wednesday.

Gene variations may explain weight gain among men, women

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:01:00 EDT

Weight gain in men and women is predicted by two different genetic variations -- so-called polymorphisms, according to a new study from the Netherlands.

Rich 'cougar,' 'sugar daddy' stereotypes might not mirror reality

Tue, 14 May 2013 10:33:00 EDT

The notion of wealthy "sugar daddies" with young, pretty wives and well-heeled "cougar" women with handsome, young husbands may be more fiction than fact, new research suggests.

Nearly half of high schoolers text while driving

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:03:00 EDT

Close to half of U.S high school students text while driving, a habit that dramatically increases their risk of getting into a potentially fatal car crash, a new study shows.

What's on a consumer credit report?

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:03:00 EDT

While most people realize that their personal creditworthiness is tracked on something called a credit report, few know much about it or their scoring system.

3 super-cheap marketing tactics

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:00:00 EDT

The following strategies and tools can be a great starting point for cash-strapped CEOs looking to kickstart their marketing programs on the cheap.

Why you need a will

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:00:00 EDT

Wills are not only for the wealthy or the old. Every adult should have one.

6 things you think add value to your home - but really don't

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:13:00 EDT

Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room can be a wise investment, as they do add to the value of the home. Other projects, however, allow little opportunity to recover the costs when it's time to sell.

7 ways Washington may affect small business this year

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:00:00 EDT

Never mind about the IRS shenanigans. Here's what you should be watching in Washington.

How the 2014 Obama budget could affect your finances

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:08:00 EDT

Depending on which estimate you believe, Obama's proposed budget would raise the tax bill of a household with a yearly income of $50,000 to $75,000 between $63 and $100 per year. However, that's not all you should know.

Small businesses see more opportunity in America than abroad

Tue, 14 May 2013 09:03:00 EDT

For small businesses looking to grow, the focus is on technology and the economy--here in the U.S.

How to handle and prevent identity theft

Mon, 13 May 2013 13:54:00 EDT

Every year, identity thieves misuse the personal information of more than 11 million Americans. This makes identity theft one of the fastest-growing crimes in the country.

Browser extensions that save you money

Fri, 10 May 2013 17:14:00 EDT

There is a widening range of online tools that have been designed to help save hard-earned cash. The following Internet browser extensions have achieved popularity among consumers, thanks to a series of unique and practical benefits.