Man sentenced to life in prison for 2024 attempt to kill Trump at Florida golf course

Ryan Routh, the man convicted of trying to kill President Trump while he golfed in Florida during his 2024 presidential campaign, was sentenced to life in prison on Wednesday.  Routh, 59, was silent as U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon handed down the sentence, and Routh left the courtroom in smiles, according to NewsNation, The Hill's sister network. The Justice Department pushed [...]

Teenager arrested after deadly LaGrange shooting

LAGRANGE, Ga. (WRBL) — A teenager is now in custody after allegedly shooting and killing a Columbus man. According to the LaGrange Police Department, 16-year-old Tavarion Henry was taken into custody Tuesday evening. Henry was identified as the person who allegedly shot and injured Marshawn Bailey, who later died from his injuries. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Columbus [...]

Invitations accepted to 2026 Augusta National Women's Amateur

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Invitations to compete in the 2026 Augusta National Women's Amateur were sent in January and 71 players thus far have been confirmed for the Championship, which will be held April 1-4 in Evans and Augusta, Ga. Included in the field are each of the top 20 players in the current World Amateur [...]

Auburn movie theater closes as site eyed for future redevelopment

AUBURN, Ala. (WRBL) — The AMC movie theater across from the Auburn Mall has officially closed after more than two decades in operation. The theater ended operations Sunday, Feb. 1, as the nearly eight-acre property where it sits continues to be marketed for redevelopment. The site at 2111 E. University Drive has been listed for [...]

Alex Eala survives Sasnovich in Abu Dhabi Open thriller, reaches quarterfinals

Alexandra Eala completed a dramatic comeback to defeat Aliaksandra Sasnovich of Belarus in three sets, 2-6, 6-4, 7-6(5), on Wednesday (Thursday in the Philippines) to advance to the quarterfinals of the Abu Dhabi Open singles event

The 20-year-old Eala looked on the brink of elimination in the deciding set after falling behind 0-4. She clawed back to 2-4, but Sasnovich regained control to move ahead 5-2.

Refusing to fold, the WTA ranked no. 45 Eala strung together four straight games to seize a 6-5 advantage. Sasnovich, however, forced a tiebreak at 6-6, setting up a tense finish.

The two traded points in the breaker, with Sasnovich briefly taking a 5-4 edge. Eala responded with three consecutive points to seal the victory and cap a stirring rally.

“Napasubo talaga ako dun,” Eala said in her post-game interview.

The match swung on narrow margins. Sasnovich finished with five aces and won 121 total points, while Eala recorded 111.

Both players posted similar serving numbers, with Eala landing 71 percent of her first serves and Sasnovich at 69 percent.

Break-point chances were plentiful on both sides, as Sasnovich converted six of 11, while Eala drilled five of 17.

Eala will return to action on Thursday night (Friday in the Philippines) with partner Janice Tjen as they battle Zhang Shuai and Cristina Bucsa in the quarterfinals of doubles event. (AC)

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Midday Interview: Measles cases rise in 2025

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Piedmont Columbus Regional Pediatrician Dana Gilbert joined WRBL to discuss what parents should know about the measles. Measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in the year 2000. However, 2025 saw the highest level of cases since eradication. Dr. Gilbert shared signs of the highly contagious respiratory virus spread by infected [...]

From showers to sunshine: A milder, warmer trend coming in the extended forecast

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) -- Good Wednesday morning! We're starting the day mild and a bit damp as scattered showers move through the area, bringing some much-needed rainfall to the southeast while drought conditions continue to worsen. Rain sticks around through midday before gradually tapering off this afternoon. Highs will reach the upper 50s, then temperatures [...]