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S. Korea looks into possible human rights violations in Ga. ICE raid. The South Korean government says it plans to open a probe into possible human rights violations against its citizens during the Hyundai megasite ICE raid. SAFETY ALERT: 'Kissing bug' could pass a deadly disease to you. Updated: 45...
Coliseum Authority gives update on new arena in Augusta
The new arena being built in Downtown Augusta is on schedule for completion, according to the Augusta-Richmond County Coliseum Authority.
Family of Melissa and Elizabeth Domingo speaks out ahead of custody hearing for 5-year-old...
The family of Melissa Domingo is speaking out almost two weeks since she and her mother were killed in a Best Buy parking lot.
Augusta University observes Constitution Day Sept. 17 with public reading
Augusta University recognized Constitution Day on Wednesday with its annual celebration on campus.
Nearly 7 years later, family still seeking justice in Augusta murder
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - It’s been nearly seven years since a 22-year-old was gunned down on the front porch of his South Augusta home. Marcellus Flores was found shot to death outside his home on Daisy Lane in March 2019. As the anniversary of his murder approaches, his mother and family are renewing their plea...
Opinion: Instead of closing public schools, let’s open their doors wider
If we want to spare our children the pain of closing schools, there is another option: severing the link between your address and the public school that your children are assigned to.
JENNIE: Suicide awareness and support for families at Aiken’s Out of the Darkness Walk
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF)– We’re starting our show today with a look at something that affects families from all walks of life… and sadly, a new report shows -suicide- is the leading cause of death for young adults in Georgia. It breaks down the numbers from last year, and of all deaths by suicide, more than […]
Piedmont Augusta introduces new family room for NICU parents
A new room a Piedmont Augusta is helping support families preparing to bring a newborn home.
Gun, knife found at separate Richmond County schools, officials say
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A knife and a gun were found at two separate local high school campuses, according to authorities. According to school officials, on Tuesday morning, before the school day began, administrators noticed a group of students out of their designated area. Richmond County School System and...
Lakeside High teacher loses job over threats, parents learn
EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A Lakeside teacher threatened students and is now out of a job, according to the Columbia County School District. Authorities identified the teacher as Jerry Meitin and said he was booked in the Columbia County Detention Center on a charge of terroristic threats. His bond is...
