One man killed in Columbus shooting on Little Drive

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — A man has been killed in one of several uncorrelated shootings that happened on Saturday afternoon, according to Muscogee County Coroner Buddy Bryan. Bryan says a Black male, identified as 23-year-old JaQuairious Jordan, was found on Little Drive suffering from a gunshot wound. Jordan was later pronounced dead at the scene [...]

St. John’s, UST, Arellano secure early wins in Shakey’s Junior National Invitationals

St. John’s Institute, University of Santo Tomas, and Arellano University High School came away with impressive victories as the 2026 Shakey’s Super League Junior National Invitationals got underway on Saturday at the Playtime FilOil Arena in San Juan.

St. John’s Institute opened its campaign with a 25-21, 28-26 sweep of One La Salle to improve to 1-0 in the tournament.

Caera Celis spearheaded the victory, earning MVP of the Match honors after collecting 13 points on 11 attacks and two service aces.

UST also made a strong start, overpowering the Arellano Baby Chiefs, 25-16, 25-12, in straight sets to secure its first win.

Setter Andreaj Tan Chun Bing was named MVP after directing the Junior Golden Tigresses’ offense with 11 excellent sets while adding three service aces.

Pacific Volleyball Academy, meanwhile, survived a tough opening-day test by edging Pusong Azul, 25-23, 17-25, 15-7, to begin its campaign on a winning note.

Lea Aromin powered Pacific Volleyball Academy with 18 points built on 12 attacks and six aces, earning MVP of the Match honors.

However, Pacific Volleyball Academy failed to remain unbeaten later in the day after absorbing a 25-14, 25-21 defeat at the hands of Arellano University High School.

The victory allowed Arellano to bounce back from its opening loss to UST and finish the first day of competition with a 1-1 record, while handing Pacific Volleyball Academy its first defeat.

Ysa Borja led the way for Arellano with 13 points on seven attacks, five aces, and one block to claim MVP of the Match honors. (AC)

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Weekend forecast: Isolated storms Sat., widespread rain Sun

Isolated storms will return Saturday afternoon, with more widespread storms entering the forecast on Sunday, bringing cooler temperatures and rain chances through Tuesday, before temperatures rise again by the end of the week.

Cure Violence Columbus co-founder reacts to 11-year-old's murder and teen's arrest

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — In the wake of Wednesday’s shooting death of an 11-year-old boy and the arrest of a 17-year-old, WRBL reached out to an advocate trying to stop gun violence. RELATED: Columbus 17-year-old arrested, charged in Apex Road murder of 11-year-old Reggie Lewis is the co-founder of Cure Violence Columbus. Lewis said the [...]

Troup County Georgia Government warns residents of recent online scam

LAGRANGE, Ga. (WRBL) — The Troup County Georgia Government is bringing awareness to a recent scam becoming an issue throughout Troup County. According to Troup County Government, fraudulent emails are becoming an issue throughout the county, claiming to be sent from Troup County Georgia Government's Planning and Zoning Department. Troup County officials say these emails [...]

Louie Alas officially named as Ateneo interim head coach

Louie Alas has been officially appointed as the interim head coach of Ateneo de Manila University Blue Eagles men’s basketball team should they proceed with their UAAP Season 89 campaign.

Alas, who has served as an assistant coach of the Blue Eagles since 2024, takes over the program as the university continues to deal with the aftermath of the deaths of players Rene Clert Baterbonia and Divine Adili during a team activity in Dipaculao, Aurora.

A seasoned coach, Alas owns three NCAA championships with Colegio de San Juan de Letran and last served as head coach of the Phoenix Super LPG Fuel Masters in the PBA.

The university also named former Ateneo standout Nicholas Salva as interim team manager. Joining the coaching staff is Rafael Joey “RJ” Jazul, while Kerby Raymundo is also being eyed as an assistant coach.

As investigations into the deaths of Baterbonia and Adili continue, the Blue Eagles have scrapped their planned overseas training camps and withdrawn from local preseason tournaments. The team, however, will continue its conditioning program in preparation for the upcoming season.

Members of the squad are also scheduled to undergo physical examinations within the next week ahead of the start of the academic year in August. (AC)

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Columbus 17-year-old arrested, charged in Apex Road murder of 11-year-old

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) -- Columbus Police have arrested and charged a 17-year-old with murder in connection with the Wednesday night shooting death of an 11-year-old. Jordan Donovan King was booked into the Muscogee County Jail early Friday on multiple charges, including murder and firearm charges, including minor in possession of a revolver or pistol. The [...]