Latest news, weather and high school sports for Albany and Southwest Georgia

2 hours, 17 minutes ago  When the temperatures rise, so does the risk of heat stroke for your pet and animal experts say you need to follow certain tips and closely monitor your pet's behavior to make sure they don't become a victim.

Today at 12:50 PM  The storm's death toll was corrected and lowered to 24, including 7 children.

Yesterday at 1:16 PM  College campuses in Albany are quiet this time of year.  Many students have gone home for the summer and the Class of 2013 has accepted its diplomas. But now that those grads out in the working world, will they stay here in Albany?

Yesterday at 11:34 AM  After weeks of discussion, Dougherty County commissioners have denied funding for the National Youth Sports Program.

Yesterday at 9:55 AM  Gas prices stayed unchanged and are expected to stay that way leading up to Memorial Day according to new reports released by AAA.

Yesterday at 6:20 AM  In survey, economists say consumers are poised to boost spending, offset government cuts

Yesterday at 4:51 AM  Local leaders are looking to bring more solar power to the state of Georgia.

Sunday, May 19, 2013  Student athletes from Dougherty, Mitchell, and Terrell counties made a trip to Phoebe Northwest this weekend to get cleared to play school sports in the fall.

Sunday, May 19, 2013  May is also known as National Trauma Awareness Month and The American Trauma Society and the Society of Trauma Nurses are raising awareness with their "If You're Distracted, We're Impacted" campaign.

Saturday, May 18, 2013  Updated with video; The temperature is rising, schools are out and summer is here, but before you hit the road for a little R&R, there are a few things you should do to your car to make sure you get there safely.

Saturday, May 18, 2013  Saturday was Armed Forces Day and several people and places around town were celebrating.

Friday, May 17, 2013  UPDATE: The Dougherty County District Attorney Greg Edwards spoke to the media Wednesday in reference to Sheryl Phillips' arrest.

Friday, May 17, 2013  Law enforcement officials need your help finding an abducted child

Friday, May 17, 2013  Australian politician sorry he accidentally 'liked' Facebook photo of prankster exposing self

Friday, May 17, 2013  Updated with video; Colquitt County officials held their annual service to honor fallen officers Thursday morning.