Richmond County Sheriff’s Office faces budget cuts despite crime reduction success
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office will cut additional jobs in 2026 as part of citywide budget reductions designed to address a $21 million shortfall.
A look at the hardworking team at the FBI
AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF) We welcome an FBI agent and a public affairs representative on this edition of The Means Report. Assistant Special Agent In Charge Brian Ozden joins us. He talks about how the Bureau fights crime. Tony Thomas is with Public Affairs. He lets us know how to avoid scams and fraudulent activity. Watch...
First Alert Forecast l Rain continues tonight. Windy start Friday, but dry.
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Rain will continue into tonight as a cold front moves through the region. Mostly dry and windy Friday behind the front. Beautiful outlook this weekend with plenty of sun. Looking warm this Christmas with highs near 70. Widespread rain expected across the CSRA into tonight. Rain...
12 On Your Side Investigates: Deputy’s dangerous liaisons
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A 12 On Your Side Investigation is raising a lot of questions about a Richmond County deputy who was arrested and charged with gang activity. Diana Santiago is being held without bond after her arrest in October on the following charges: violation of oath of office, conspiracy to purchase...
On the Augusta Canal, there’s good news and bad news
It's taken months of work, but the last section of the popular canal trail is reopening Friday.
Cotton farmers donate socks to help homeless in Augusta
Cotton farmers donated socks to the CSRA Economic Opportunity Authority to help people experiencing homelessness stay warm this winter.
Richmond Co. school board announces January 2026 public meetings on long-range facilities planning
The Richmond County Board of Education voted this week to approve three public hearings at the start of 2026 on the district’s long-range facilities master plan.
Some beloved Augusta schools could be lost under district plan
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - We’re getting a closer look at the Richmond County School System’s plan for the future − and it involves the loss of some beloved schools. The broad brushstrokes of the master plan were laid out last year, explaining the reasoning behind closing and consolidating some schools while opening...
Person sought for questioning in Augusta arson case
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is looking to question someone in an arson case. The incident happened Nov. 19 in the 1200 block of Florence Street, according to deputies. Christopher Thompson, 40, was wanted in reference to a rape that occurred in Augusta. Authorities said...
Local groups work to feed hungry families as Christmas approaches
With Christmas a week away, local groups are working to ensure no one goes hungry during the holidays, though they face challenges meeting increased demand.
