Augusta GA

A new Columbia County restaurant could anchor a proposed shopping center at the corner of Washington and Hardy McManus roads. With development growth in Evans continuing toward Riverwood Plantation, a local property owner and a real estate developer based in suburban Salt Lake City are asking county planners to...

GROVETOWN, Ga. (WJBF) – The man pictured is wanted for allegedly stealing $1700 from the Mi Riconcito in Grovetown Monday night. The restaurant is located at 5114 Wrightsboro Road. The Grovetown Police Department said that the suspect speaks both English and Spanish and has a very distinct hairline. If you know who...

Two brothers from Georgia will serve decades in prison after a multi-year investigation into Georgia Lottery fraud.

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Air Dot Show Augusta is announcing its return to the Augusta Regional Airport on April 24-25, 2027, featuring the Air Force Thunderbirds. Planning efforts are already underway for the 2027 air show. “We are grateful for the continued enthusiasm and support from our fans, sponsors, and...

When it snowed over the weekend, it was the first time many people had seen it in years ... or ever.

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Despite the chill, the Riverwalk is seeing visitors, and one out-of-towner said looking good is important. “Overall, I can say it’s a beautiful area, beautiful area, more trimming and more cleaning because I see the trees falling around, but it’s a beautiful area,” Andria Georgiou from Cypress....

The Richmond County Sheriff's Office is working to make sure everyone who wants to get to a warming shelter can get there.

Beverly Clyburn, who served more than two decades on Aiken City Council, died on Friday. She was 81. The Georgetown native whose career spanned decades as an educator in Aiken and Allendale counties was remembered by the city of Aiken as someone whose legacy will be known by leadership, compassion and commitment to...

Community members attended a candlelight vigil for Alex Pretti in front of the downtown Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center on Jan. 28, 2026. Take a look: More: SEE IT: Augusta organizations hold candelight vigil for Alex Pretti This article originally appeared on Augusta Chronicle: Take a look: Augusta...

EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A child molester who spent 15 years on the run has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after a 12 On Your Side investigation helped bring him to justice. Edgardo Coscia was sentenced Monday by Judge Grady Blanchard, who called him a “sick individual” and...