Man in custody after pointing rifle at Aiken County deputy
A man is in custody after pointing a rifle at an Aiken County deputy and barricading himself inside a home Sunday evening.
Morning Fog + Mix of Sun & Clouds Sunday
Sunday Morning Update: In the overnight hours light showers continued to moved across the CSRA and, though not significant, the majority of the CSRA did pick up trace amounts and in Columbia and Richmond Counties small puddles can be spotted with totals around 0.10″! We will take it!. With...
Aiken County SWAT called to disturbance on Scarborough Pass
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - Aiken County deputies are on scene of a disturbance involving a possibly armed and barricaded suspect. Deputies responded to the 1000 block of Scarborough Pass around 8 p.m. Sunday, according to the Aiken County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office SWAT team was called to the...
Gospel showcase in Augusta sets early Mother’s Day celebration with music, ministry and community
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) — A local gospel showcase is setting the tone early for Mother’s Day in the CSRA, bringing music, ministry and community together in Augusta. The free event is happening Saturday, May 9, at the old Murphey Middle School Gym at 2610 Milledgeville Road. “We’re asking people to come out and enjoy this […]
Man accused of offering girls $300 to go to the bathroom with him at...
AIKEN, S.C. (WKRC) — A South Carolina man was arrested after deputies say he tried to lure at least two children into a Target bathroom. The Aiken County Sheriff's office says, on Tuesday, 65-year-old William Michael Scott approached a young girl who was in the toy section with her mother, but a short distance away, reports WRDW/WAGT. The girl ran back to...
Columbia County students take the stage for Arts at the Plaza
EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The arts took center stage in Columbia County on Saturday as students showcased their talents during Arts at the Plaza, a celebration of creativity and expression. Hosted by the Columbia County School District, the annual event was held at the Columbia County Performing Arts Center in...
Vehicles destroyed in Warrenville brush fire
Crews responded to the scene of a large brush fire, Saturday afternoon, in Warrenville.
Prescription drug take back events set across the CSRA
(WJBF) — Kroger Health is hosting National Prescription Drug Take Back Day events today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at three local locations. That includes Knox Avenue in North Augusta, Lewiston Road in Grovetown, and Harper Franklin Avenue in Augusta. The goal is to give people a safe way to dispose of unused or […]
U.S. House District 12 candidates appear at forum
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Voters had the opportunity to hear directly from candidates seeking to represent Georgia’s 12th Congressional District during a community forum held in Augusta. The meet-and-greet, organized by the CSRA League of Women Voters, invited candidates from both parties. Three Democratic candidates — Traci George, Ceretta...
Run United brings races, community spirit to downtown aiken
AIKEN, S.C. (WJBF) — Aiken is gearing up for one of its biggest community fitness events of the year. The AEC Touchstone Energy Run United returns Saturday, bringing runners of all ages and levels to downtown aiken for a full slate of races and community activity. The event features a half marathon, 10k, 5k, and […]
