Leonard Hall

Digital Content Producer

Auburn, AL / Columbus, GA

Leonard joined WTVM News Leader 9 as a digital content producer in May 2021.

He interned at WTVM in Spring 2017 and graduated from Alabama State University later that year. After college, he began working as a social media coordinator for a casino group.

Growing up, the Tuskegee native always had a passion for news. When he’s not working, Leonard enjoys drawing and eating at new restaurants.

News

In June, Hughes pleaded guilty to perjury and using his public office for personal gain.

Ex-Lee County DA seeks to avoid jail by entering community corrections program

Updated: Sep. 14, 2021 at 10:21 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

Attorneys for Brandon Hughes said this move would allow him to support his family.

Crime

23-year-old Jesse Clanton Baker is wanted on multiple charges.

Opelika police searching for man wanted on multiple charges

Updated: Sep. 7, 2021 at 2:43 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

Baker is wanted on charges of theft of property - first degree, and three counts of criminal possession of a forged instrument - third degree.

Education

Auburn City Schools see increase in COVID-19 cases

Updated: Aug. 22, 2021 at 7:40 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

The school system reports 79 positive cases - 67 more than the previous week.

Crime

36-year-old Christopher Drake Hardy faces felony charges, including burglary third degree,...

Auburn police arrest Wetumpka man on felony warrants

Updated: Aug. 10, 2021 at 11:15 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

36-year-old Christopher Drake Hardy faces felony charges, including burglary third degree, after he allegedly forced entry into a business.

News

The crash happened in the 3000 block of Lafayette Parkway just before 5p.m. Monday.

73-year-old man dies after vehicle hits building in Opelika

Updated: Aug. 9, 2021 at 7:11 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

The crash happened in the 3000 block of Lafayette Parkway just before 5p.m. Monday.

News

Parking fee waved in downtown Auburn this week

Updated: Aug. 8, 2021 at 8:29 AM CDT

By Leonard Hall

The free parking offering only applies to surface parking throughout downtown.

Coronavirus

Opelika mayor in quarantine following positive COVID test

Updated: Aug. 4, 2021 at 6:26 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

He credits the coronavirus vaccine for keeping his symptoms mild

Crime

42-year-old Daven Mayes faces a charge for domestic violence 1st degree, according to officials.

Woman injured, man arrested after shooting in Eufaula

Updated: Jul. 28, 2021 at 5:23 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

The incident remains under investigation. Police added that it appears to be domestic in nature.

News

ALEA identifies man killed in Chambers County crash

Updated: Jul. 26, 2021 at 8:59 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

The crash remains under investigation by the ALEA’s Highway Patrol Division.

Crime

Domestic violence suspect injured following standoff with Auburn police

Man injured following officer-involved shooting in Auburn

Updated: Jul. 25, 2021 at 9:50 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

The case remains under investigation by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.

News

1 dead, 1 injured in Lee County car crash

Updated: Jul. 20, 2021 at 9:43 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

25-year-old Marquez D. Thomas died at the hospital Tuesday afternoon. His passenger remains in critical condition.

News

UPDATE: 14-year-old ID’d in fatal ATV accident on Lee Rd. 393

Updated: Jul. 19, 2021 at 11:35 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

Coroner Bill Harris confirmed to News Leader 9 a 14-year-old boy died following an ATV accident on Lee Road 393.

Traffic

I-85 reopens after crash in Opelika

Updated: Jul. 10, 2021 at 9:52 AM CDT

By Leonard Hall

Interstate 85 has reopened after a crash in Opelika.

News

State wants former Lee Co. DA’s perjury charge dropped

Updated: Jul. 5, 2021 at 11:28 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

A sentencing date has not been set yet.

News

The drive-thru line was wrapped around the building for Whataburger's opening day.

Whataburger opens first Opelika location

Updated: Jul. 5, 2021 at 2:53 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

The restaurant is open 24 hours daily.

News

Construction set to begin on Cox, Wire Roads roundabout in Auburn

Updated: Jul. 3, 2021 at 4:49 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

Construction of a new roundabout will begin this Monday in Auburn.

News

ALDOT warns drivers of new construction zone violation fines

Updated: Jun. 25, 2021 at 12:09 AM CDT

By Leonard Hall

The new law will go into effect Thursday, July 1.

Crime

Man convicted in human trafficking case in Lee County

Updated: Jun. 22, 2021 at 6:38 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

Askew faces a sentence of life to life without the possibility of parole.

Crime

Officer-involved shooting leaves 20-year-old man dead in Lee Co.

Updated: Jun. 19, 2021 at 12:23 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

According to ALEA, the shooting involving deputies with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office and troopers within ALEA’s Highway Patrol Division.

News

Auburn University launches $22M laboratory

Updated: Jun. 12, 2021 at 1:12 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

Auburn University launches $22M laboratory.

News

Opelika, Russell Co. receive $500,000 grants

Updated: Jun. 8, 2021 at 6:18 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

Opelika, Russell Co. receive $500,000 grants

Crime

Auburn police arrest Tuskegee man on multiple warrants

Updated: Jun. 7, 2021 at 4:44 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

Auburn police arrest Tuskegee man on multiple warrants.

News

Lafayette man dies in single-vehicle crash

Updated: Jun. 5, 2021 at 10:57 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

Lafayette man dies in single-vehicle crash

Crime

Auburn police arrest Tallapoosa Co. woman on multiple charges including theft

Updated: Jun. 1, 2021 at 8:47 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

Auburn police arrest Tallapoosa Co. woman on multiple charges including theft

News

A Beauregard man is recovering after undergoing a life-saving procedure at the East Alabama...

EAMC performs first TAVR procedure

Updated: Jun. 1, 2021 at 6:36 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

EAMC performs first TAVR procedure

Crime

The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting on St. Helena Island...

2 injured in McNab St. shooting in Eufaula

Updated: Jun. 1, 2021 at 12:19 AM CDT

By Leonard Hall

2 injured in McNab St. shooting in Eufaula

News

1 dead after 2-vehicle crash in Lee County

Updated: May. 29, 2021 at 11:09 AM CDT

By Leonard Hall

1 dead after two-vehicle crash in Lee County

News

Randolph County Sherriff's Office searching for missing person

UPDATE: Missing Person Alert cancelled for 61-year-old Myong Ja So

Updated: May. 22, 2021 at 7:06 PM CDT

By Leonard Hall

Randolph County Sherriff's Office searching for missing person

Crime

Antoine Davis is being held at the Muscogee County Jail.

Phenix City police arrest Columbus murder suspect on separate charges

Updated: May. 19, 2021 at 9:19 AM CDT

By Leonard Hall

A Columbus murder suspect that was out on bond has been arrested for aggravated assault and possession of a firearm.

Latest News

Political

Ala. lawmakers prepare to work on prison plan in special session

Updated: 1 hours ago

By Erin Davis

The special session called by Gov. Kay Ivey is for lawmakers to pass a bill that will fix the prison problems in the state.

News

Scattered rain lingers, big changes arrive Wednesday

Updated: 2 hours ago

By Josh Johnson and Tyler Sebree

By Wednesday afternoon we’re in for a beautiful stretch.

Coronavirus

Alabama’s COVID hospitalizations drop by 33% in 3 weeks

Updated: 3 hours ago

By WSFA 12 News Staff

Data from the Alabama Department of Public Health and the Alabama Hospital Association continues to point toward a decline in cases and hospitalizations related to the latest COVID-19 surge.

Crime

Opelika police searching for hit and run suspect

Updated: 3 hours ago

By Dajhea Jones

Opelika police searching for hit and run suspect

Crime

Multiple shots fired into west Alabama school superintendent’s home

Updated: 3 hours ago

By Bryan Henry

Dallas County authorities remain on the look-out for at least one shooter who fired multiple rounds into the Valley Grande area home of the county school system’s superintendent.