SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket Launch Creates “Space Jellyfish”
(WJBF)- The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch at 5:52am from Cape Canaveral, FL created a “space jellyfish” in the sky!. This phenomenon formed because of the rocket launch occurring close to sunrise. When the rocket reaches a high altitude, it’s exposed to direct sunlight while it’s still dark on the ground. Sunlight...
Augusta murder suspect found, arrested in Atlanta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The man accused of shooting and killing 33-year-old Miguel Rodriquez–Cruz in January has been arrested. Thomas reportedly shot and killed the victim on January 22nd on the 1700 block of Susan Circle. According the the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, 21-year-old Isaiah Romont Santos Thomas was...
Augusta Boxing Club faces financial uncertainty after nonprofit funding cuts
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Augusta Boxing Club, a nonprofit serving dozens of local youth for 50 years, could be forced to close after the city cut funding to nonprofits. The club, located in the Harrisburg neighborhood, serves approximately 50 kids per class. Director Ray Whitfield, a two-time professional...
Free CPR and AED courses offered in Evans
Columbia County Fire Rescue is offering free CPR/AED courses to the public throughout 2026. The classes follow the American Heart Association Heartsaver Program and are designed for people with little or no medical training. Participants can learn how to perform CPR and use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)...
Select Stuckey’s pecan log rolls recalled for labeling error
Stuckey’s Corporation, based in Wrens, Georgia, is voluntarily recalling certain pecan log roll products due to a labeling error, the Georgia Department of Agriculture said Wednesday.
Harlem leaders break ground on new city park
HARLEM, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Harlem city leaders held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new park on Wednesday. The ceremony began at 10 a.m. at 525 North Fairview Drive. City officials, city engineers and Shearer Mutimer Construction, LLC, were in attendance. Officials say the project is expected to last six months,...
FOUND: Missing mental health patient in Augusta
UPDATE: RSCO has confirmed that Kevin Peters has been located and returned to GA Regional Hospital as of 2:05 p.m. AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF) – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public’s help to locate a mental health patient. They say 35-year-old Kevin Michael Peters was last seen on March 5th at 8:45 am […]
Man faces child molestation charges in Richmond County
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A 61-year-old man has been arrested after he was accused of child molestation, according to law enforcement officials. Anthony Habersham is facing charges of aggravated child molestation and enticing a child for indecent purposes, according to jail bookings. According to the incident...
Augusta hires outside consultant for Housing Department after multi-million dollar loss
The issues at the Housing and Development office have been developing for years, now the city is taking steps to get this house in order.
Closing arguments wrap in trial for mother, step-father accused of killing Janell Carwell
Closing arguments have wrapped up in the trial for the couple accused of killing their daughter.
