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    Tracking a powerful storm system Video included

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    We expect this system to move east and not meet a favorable environment for a severe weather outbreak by the time it arrives Wednesday. More>>

    Click It or Ticket campaign kicks off in Georgia Video included

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    In the days leading up to Memorial Day, Georgia law enforcers want you to buckle up. More>>

    Cars set ablaze in the historic district Video included

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    The Columbus Fire Department is investigating a string of overnight car fires in the historic district. More>>

    AIDS Candlelight Memorial honors those lost Video included

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    The 30th Annual AIDS Candlelight Memorial brought people together to remember those lost to the disease while giving hope to people living with it. More>>

    One lucky winner scores Powerball jackpot

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    A lottery official says 1 winning ticket has been sold in Florida for a record Powerball jackpot of more than $590 million. More>>

    News 3 Special Report: "Does it work?"

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    The GripGo, Wipe New and the Pocket Hose claim to save you time and money, but do they work? James Root is the Auto Tech Lead at Best Buy. We compared the GripGo to the Dynex Bicycle and Car Mount. Both More>>

    Moore, Oklahoma reeling in aftermath of tornado

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    People in Moore, Oklahoma are digging out from a powerful tornado that slammed their town Monday afternoon with 200 mile-an-hour winds. More>>

    News 3 Neighbors: Terrance Lewis

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    This wee's News 3 Neighbors segment features the story of Shaw High School senior Terrance Lewis who is leading the charge to help a former Shaw Raider whose family is having serious health problems. More>>

    Board member Williams says school closings vote will be the hardest

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    Officials received word April 12th that state funding would be slashed 21.1 million dollars, leaving the district with a 40-million dollar deficit. More>>

    Atheists to put books next to Bibles in Ga. parks

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    American Atheists President David Silverman says his group is just waiting for an answer from the state on what the best process is to donate several books, including one titled "Why I Am An Atheist." More>>

    Several issues at hand on Alabama's final regular legislative day

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    School tax credits, guns in locked vehicles and more to dominate talks in Montgomery. More>>

    Cory Rasmus called up by the Braves

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    Former Russell County Warrior Cory Rasmus has been called up to the major leagues by the Atlanta Braves. He is replacing Eric O'Flaherty who was put on the 15-day disabled list. More>>

    NAACP calling for investigation after officer racial comments Video included

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    The organization wants any stop the officer was involved in looked at to ensure they were not racially biased. More>>

    Crimetracker: Tracking and locating stolen firearms Video included

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    The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives estimates that more than 11,000 firearms were recovered in Georgia in 2011, 557 of those in Columbus. More>>

    Murder trial could start in October for Desmonte Leonard Video included

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    A trial could start in October of November this year. More>>

    Father, son arrested in Columbus after police chase

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    Two men were arrested after robbing the 14th Street Tire Shop in Phenix City. More>>

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    • Monday, May 6 2013 9:03 AM EDT2013-05-06 13:03:39 GMT
      Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal is changing a few laws for boaters. They're aiming to keep you safe, and sober, on the water.
      Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal is changing a few laws for boaters. They're aiming to keep you safe, and sober, on the water.
    • Monday, May 20 2013 10:11 PM EDT2013-05-21 02:11:57 GMT
      The American Cancer Society is inviting you to lunch! A 100th Birthday celebration will be held Wednesday, May 22 at Carrabba's Italian Grill ® in Columbus Park Crossing. Seating is between 11:00am and
      Tickets are $20 (Carrabba's giving $15 back to the American Cancer Society) and can be purchased in advance by calling the American Cancer Society office at 706-324-4595.
    • Monday, May 20 2013 9:15 PM EDT2013-05-21 01:15:14 GMT
      In a News Three Special Report, "Does it work?" Sarah Panko takes a look at several new As-Seen-On-TV products.
      The GripGo, Wipe New and the Pocket Hose claim to save you time and money, but do they work? James Root is the Auto Tech Lead at Best Buy. We compared the GripGo to the Dynex Bicycle and Car Mount. Both
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    • Monday, May 20 2013 10:11 PM EDT2013-05-21 02:11:57 GMT
      The American Cancer Society is inviting you to lunch! A 100th Birthday celebration will be held Wednesday, May 22 at Carrabba's Italian Grill ® in Columbus Park Crossing. Seating is between 11:00am and
      Tickets are $20 (Carrabba's giving $15 back to the American Cancer Society) and can be purchased in advance by calling the American Cancer Society office at 706-324-4595.
    • Monday, May 20 2013 9:15 PM EDT2013-05-21 01:15:14 GMT
      In a News Three Special Report, "Does it work?" Sarah Panko takes a look at several new As-Seen-On-TV products.
      The GripGo, Wipe New and the Pocket Hose claim to save you time and money, but do they work? James Root is the Auto Tech Lead at Best Buy. We compared the GripGo to the Dynex Bicycle and Car Mount. Both
    • Monday, May 20 2013 8:00 PM EDT2013-05-21 00:00:04 GMT
      MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - The Republican majority in the Alabama Legislature has handed the Republican governor a major defeat by rejecting his proposal to delay the start of private school tax credits for
      The Alabama legislature votes down the Governor's call for a two-year delay on private school tax credits.
    • Sports

    • Sunday, May 19 2013 11:07 PM EDT2013-05-20 03:07:32 GMT
      The University of Georgia has fired their baseball coach David Perno.Perno was the coach of the Dawgs for 11 seasons. He led them to three College World Series appearances including a National Championship
      The University of Georgia has fired their baseball coach David Perno.
    • Sunday, May 19 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-05-20 03:00:40 GMT
      Ramiro Pena had a tiebreaking sacrifice fly in a four-run eighth inning, Jordan Schafer drove in two runs and the Atlanta Braves rallied against the Los Angeles Dodgers' beleaguered bullpen for a 5-2 victory
      Ramiro Pena had a tiebreaking sacrifice fly in a four-run eighth inning, Jordan Schafer drove in two runs and the Atlanta Braves rallied against the Los Angeles Dodgers' beleaguered bullpen for a 5-2 victory on a rain-soaked Sunday.
    • Sunday, May 19 2013 8:24 PM EDT2013-05-20 00:24:00 GMT
      Kyle Overstreet's walk-off RBI single in the bottom of the 10th inning lifted Alabama to their biggest win of the year, as the Crimson Tide defeated the second-ranked LSU Tigers, 4-3, in a Southeastern
      Kyle Overstreet's walk-off RBI single in the bottom of the 10th inning lifted Alabama to their biggest win of the year, as the Crimson Tide defeated the second-ranked LSU Tigers, 4-3, in a Southeastern Conference game on Sunday afternoon from Sewell-Thomas Stadium. With the win Alabama improves to 24-18 overall and 9-9 in the SEC, and the loss drops the Tigers to 37-4 overall, 15-3 in conference play.
    • U.S. & World News

    • White House chief of staff Denis McDonough and other senior presidential advisers knew in late April that an upcoming report was likely to find that IRS employees had inappropriately targeted conservative political...
      White House chief of staff Denis McDonough and other senior advisers knew in late April that an impending report was likely to say the IRS had inappropriately targeted conservative groups, President Barack Obama's...
    • Hearing on the radio that a violent storm was approaching her rural Oklahoma neighborhood, Lindsay Carter took advantage of the advanced warning, gathered her belongings and fled. When she returned, there was little...
      A monstrous tornado at least a half-mile wide roared through the Oklahoma City suburbs Monday, flattening entire neighborhoods and destroying an elementary school with a direct blow as children and teachers huddled against...
    • By The Associated Press Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about Tuesday:
      By The Associated Press Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about Tuesday:
    • Military News

    • Monday, May 20 2013 4:23 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:23:40 GMT
      Kelly's Zeroes, the historical reenactment organization that focuses on the World War II era, is returning to the National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center Saturday, May 25, from 10am to 4pm. "You're
      "You're in the Army Now!" is a living history event that will be held on World War II Company Street.
    • Tuesday, May 14 2013 9:24 PM EDT2013-05-15 01:24:35 GMT
      More closure for some Tuesday in the controversial Tony Carr case. Officer Vincent Lockhart Jr. has been exonerated, after fatally shooting a bank robber and Carr, who was cleared of any wrong doing. Carr
      Officer Vincent Lockhart Jr. has been exonerated, after fatally shooting a bank robber and Carr, who was cleared of any wrong doing.
    • Monday, May 13 2013 9:01 PM EDT2013-05-14 01:01:31 GMT
      COLUMBUS, Ga. Over the past several months, a group of soldiers has been rendezvousing at the Columbus Ice Rink for a friendly game of hockey. It costs $180 an hour to rent the facility, but thanks
      This week's News 3 Neighbors segment features the story of how a local hockey program (Hockey Saves) got started thanks to folks who simply wanted to say "thank you" to our soldiers.
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