SLED seeks information after shots fired at DNR officer in Edgefield
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division continues to investigate a shooting that occurred on December 28, 2025, in Edgefield County.
2 more suspects arrested in 2025 Aiken County shooting of teen
WARRENVILLE, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - Two more suspects have been arrested in the June 2025 shooting death of an 18-year-old in Warrenville, according to authorities. According to the Aiken County Sheriff’s Office, Tyrese Washington, 25, and Freziyeth Culbreath, 22, were arrested on Tuesday. Both are charged with accessory...
Jeff Babineau’s Legacy Lives On Through 2026 PGA Lifetime Achievement Award
It’s still hard to believe that Jeff Babineau is no longer with us. When the PGA of America announced that Babs would posthumously receive the 2026 PGA Lifetime Achievement Award in Journalism, it felt both entirely fitting and deeply bittersweet. The award will be presented April 8 at the 52nd ...
Storybook Brunch to benefit pediatric burn patients
The event is a fundraiser hosted by the Burn Foundation of America for pediatric burn patients. A cast of storybook characters is expected to attend.
Augusta’s Black History: Lucy C. Laney’s lasting impact in Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Lucy Craft Laney is buried in front of the high school that bears her name — and the institution she founded more than 140 years ago is still educating the Augusta community today. Dr. Cordaryl Middleton, principal of Lucy C. Laney High School, said he...
16-year-old Arrested for Murder in Augusta Fatal Shooting
AUGUSTA, Ga. – Authorities have arrested a teenager in connection with the fatal shooting of Cam’ron Hallingquest earlier this month, according to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies arrested 16-year-old Jimon Timon Rhodes of Augusta on Tuesday, February 24th, in the 400 block of Walton Way in...
Old hotel gets new life as affordable housing near Fort Gordon
AUGUSTA, Ga. — A former Ramada Inn on Gordon Highway has been converted into a seven-acre apartment complex, offering a potential solution to the shortage of safe and affordable housing near Fort Gordon. The 210 Club Apartments, located at 210 Reservation Way, off Gordon Highway near Interstate 520, held...
City of Augusta launches refreshed website
The City of Augusta announced Tuesday it has a newly redesigned website.
Honduras man finds new life at Augusta burn center after kitchen explosion
A kitchen explosion in Honduras left Alejandro LaPrade with burns covering 35% of his body, bedridden for five years and facing the possibility of losing both legs.
Doctors Hospital opens new cafeteria as part of $4.5M renovation
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Doctors Hospital of Augusta has opened a new cafeteria as part of a series of renovations at the facility. The hospital describes the project as a $4.5 million investment. South Carolina health officials on Tuesday reported 6 new measles cases, bringing the total number of cases...

















