Augusta’s canal still in rough shape after Hurricane Helene
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Savannah River Canal is just one of the things we’re working to get back to normal after Hurricane Helene changed everything for our area. And it’s not gonna be cheap. We’re talking about hundreds of thousands of dollars in work to restore the canal to its former state, including its...
Brink’s Tavern: North Augusta’s new hotspot for food and fun
If you're a fan of Brinkley's Chop House, then Brink's Tavern may be right up your alley.
Georgia airman reunited with family before deployment
Burke County deputies warn of scam targeting families of those recently arrested. The Burke County Sheriff’s Office is warning the community of a new scam targeting families of those who have recently been arrested. Viral posts spark concerns over tap-to-pay stickers at Ga. gas pumps. Updated: 2 hours ago.
South Careolina National Guard requested to help ICE
Burke County deputies warn of scam targeting families of those recently arrested. The Burke County Sheriff’s Office is warning the community of a new scam targeting families of those who have recently been arrested. Viral posts spark concerns over tap-to-pay stickers at Ga. gas pumps. Updated: 2 hours ago.
Burke County deputies warn of scam targeting families of those recently arrested
Here's drone footage of a tanker truck that overturned on I-20 in a stretch of the roadway that's become troublesome for accidents like this. Here's a look at some of our top headlines today across the CSRA. Updated: 1 hour ago. Here's a look at today's top weather topics with...
I-20 Eastbound lanes closed in SC at Exit 22 due to overturned tanker
SOUTH CAROLINA (WJBF) – All lanes of I-20 Eastbound are closed in South Carolina at Exit 22 due to an overturned tanker. According to the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SC DOT), the vehicular crash happened at Exit 22 at US Highway 1-Columbia Highway North near the Aiken Municipal Airport which is...
Invasive insect that feeds on cotton plants spotted in Georgia
Paving begins on the closed portion of Broad Street between 15th Street and St. Sebastian Way. But that's just the start. On Tuesday, several Georgia state leaders will host a roundtable to discuss recent changes and events at the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Salvation Army partners with...
Waffle House shooting: Suspect Jalen Thomas arrested for murder
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – An alleged Murder suspect is now behind bars. 26-year-old Jalen Thomas was arrested by Richmond County Deputies on Tuesday, September 2nd. Thomas allegedly shot and killed Antoine Stokes at the Waffle House on Talbot Drive last month. He is charged with: Thomas remains in the Richmond County Jail.
After more than 50 years, Augusta’s Villa Europa is closed
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – According to a note posted on the historic restaurant’s door, Augusta’s Villa Europa is closed. The message states that the restaurant will reopen as soon as possible and asks diners to check back. NewsChannel 6 spoke with the Villa family in 2023 when rumors began on social media about a...
Big warmup ahead, few rain chances
Tuesday evening update: It’s a beautiful day with plenty of sunshine! A northeast breeze is driving in low humidity and cooler-than-average temperatures. Highs have reached the upper 70s to low 80s north of I-20. The rest of the area was slightly warmer, with highs topping out in the low to mid 80s.
