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Atkinson County moves toward forming its own Chamber of Commerce
Atkinson County moves toward forming its own Chamber of Commerce
WALB is working to produce a video for this story In the meantime we encourage you to watc... More

01/08/2026

3 deer-related incidents reported in 24 hours in Grady County
3 deer-related incidents reported in 24 hours in Grady County
GRADY COUNTY Ga WALB - The Grady County Sheriffs office released a Facebook post to remind... More

01/08/2026

New year brings renewed focus on supporting grieving children
New year brings renewed focus on supporting grieving children
This article discusses mental healthcare and grief If you or someone you know is strugglin... More

01/08/2026

Free newborn essentials available for Albany families struggling with rising costs
Free newborn essentials available for Albany families struggling with rising costs
ALBANY Ga WALB - In a city with Georgias highest concentrated poverty rate local mothers a... More

01/08/2026

Over 650 children identify as homeless in Dougherty County, district data shows
Over 650 children identify as homeless in Dougherty County, district data shows
ALBANY Ga WALB - More than 650 students in the Dougherty County School System are currentl... More

01/08/2026

Major Georgia income tax overhaul recommended before legislative session
Major Georgia income tax overhaul recommended before legislative session
ATLANTA Ga WALB - Ahead of Georgias nationally watched 2026 midterm elections a Senate spe... More

01/08/2026

Georgia flu surge reaches highest activity level
Georgia flu surge reaches highest activity level
ALBANY Ga WALB - Georgia is experiencing a sharp spike in flu cases this season with healt... More

01/08/2026

Fmr. Echols County Sheriff’s Office secretary arrested in misuse of law enforcement data case
Fmr. Echols County Sheriff’s Office secretary arrested in misuse of law enforcement data case
ECHOLS COUNTY Ga WALB - A former employee of the Echols County Sheriffs Office ECSO has be... More

01/08/2026

Three hunters cited for after-hours duck hunting, over-limit take in Worth County
Three hunters cited for after-hours duck hunting, over-limit take in Worth County
WORTH COUNTY Ga WALB - Three hunters are facing citations after Georgia Department of Natu... More

01/08/2026

Nashville Police to showcase new training simulator aimed at improving community safety
Nashville Police to showcase new training simulator aimed at improving community safety
NASHVILLE Ga WALB - The Nashville Police Department NPD giving the community a first look ... More

01/07/2026

Albany PD seeks the public’s help in locating suspect
Albany PD seeks the public’s help in locating suspect
WALB is working to produce a video for this story In the meantime we encourage you to watc... More

01/07/2026

Federal defunding of public media raises concerns for Georgia stations from viewers, educators
Federal defunding of public media raises concerns for Georgia stations from viewers, educators
ATLANTA Ga Atlanta News First More than 1 billion in federal funding is being pulled from... More

01/07/2026

Tires of plane blow out after landing at Hartsfield-Jackson airport, FAA says
Tires of plane blow out after landing at Hartsfield-Jackson airport, FAA says
ATLANTA Ga Atlanta News First Tires on a plane blew out after it landed at Atlantas airpo... More

01/07/2026

‘Your cooperation is vital:’ Police share photos of unsolved 2025 homicide victims, ask for tips
‘Your cooperation is vital:’ Police share photos of unsolved 2025 homicide victims, ask for tips
WALB is working to produce a video for this story In the meantime we encourage you to watc... More

01/07/2026

WALB Investigates: Merck moves to dismiss Flint River Plant cancer lawsuit
WALB Investigates: Merck moves to dismiss Flint River Plant cancer lawsuit
ALBANY Ga WALB - Merck is asking a Georgia court to dismiss a lawsuit tied to the former A... More

01/07/2026

Police work to identify counterfeit money fraud suspect in Camilla
Police work to identify counterfeit money fraud suspect in Camilla
CAMILLA Ga WALB The Camilla Police Department CPD asked for the communitys help on Tuesda... More

01/07/2026

As inflation and joblessness rise nationwide, Moultrie stands apart
As inflation and joblessness rise nationwide, Moultrie stands apart
MOULTRIE Ga WALB While inflation and unemployment rose across the United States in 2025 M... More

01/07/2026

Valdosta State University hosts first reunification training to guide post-crisis response
Valdosta State University hosts first reunification training to guide post-crisis response
VALDOSTA Ga WCTV After a gunman fired shots during afternoon dismissal at SL Mason Elemen... More

01/07/2026

Special election set to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene in Congress
Special election set to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene in Congress
ATLANTA Ga Atlanta News First Gov Brian Kemp has set a special election for Tuesday March... More

01/07/2026

Albany invests in downtown pedestrian safety improvements
Albany invests in downtown pedestrian safety improvements
ALBANY Ga WALB -The city of Albany is investing in the safety of neighborhoods around the ... More

01/07/2026

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