“Cinco de Meow”: Because Cats Are Better Than Tequila
Animal rescues and shelters across the country are celebrating “Cinco de Meow” by offering adoption specials, fundraisers, fiestas and more. No kitten around, we think this is a great way to bring attention to the plight of shelter pets. Lucky Paws and Tails From The City — two...
Woman shot in Augusta, police seek aggravated assault suspect
AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF)- The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is looking for an aggravated assault suspect after a woman was shot. It happened on Sunday evening, just before 8 p.m. on Bennock Mill Road. The sheriff’s office responded to a call for shots fired. When they got there, officers talked to several victims who...
Ambulance slams into Richmond County patrol car on Washington Road
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A Richmond County Sheriff’s Office vehicle and an ambulance were involved in a crash Friday morning. It happened just before 9:25 a.m. at Washington Road and Woodbine Road. An unmarked Richmond County Sheriff’s Office vehicle was stopped at the red light westbound on Washington Road...
After Grovetown Christmas Parade postponed due to weather, families turn out for delayed celebration
After being postponed due to weather last weekend, Grovetown’s Christmas Parade was held on Saturday.
Judon named Augusta Tech GOAL winner
Brentson Judon, a Design and Media Production student, has been named as the Augusta Technical College winner of the 2026 Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL). Judon said he chose to attend Augusta Technical College because it was the perfect place to turn his interest in design and media into a...
Edgefield County tax assessor resigns after allegedly striking woman in his office
A woman is speaking out after she was allegedly struck by the now-former Edgefield County tax assessor.
Making sense of the chill: Understanding our new cold weather alerts
If you’ve been watching our coverage lately, you might have noticed some new terminology when we talk about the freezing temps. We’ve updated how we issue cold weather alerts to make it clearer when the cold goes from “uncomfortable” to “dangerous.”. Here is a quick...
Motorcyclist dies days after I-20 crash in South Carolina
AIKEN COUNTY, S.C. — A motorcyclist has died days after a crash on I-20 in Aiken County, authorities said on Sunday. Sergeant Tyler Tidwell with the South Carolina Highway Patrol said the crash happened on Friday at 7:55 p.m. Tidwell said a 2018 Ford Fusion sedan and a 2018 Indian motorcycle were both heading west on...
First Alert Forecast l Falling temperatures, windy Sunday. Dangerous cold to start the work...
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A strong cold front will push through Sunday morning bringing a brief round of showers through 9 a.m. Sunday and dangerously cold temperatures to start the workweek. A FIRST ALERT has been issued for Sunday night into Monday morning for frigid temperatures and wind chill values...
Augusta Men Drop Overtime Thriller to Georgia College and State
Augusta, Ga. - In a game that saw 19 lead changes, Georgia College and State prevailed over Augusta 99-91 in overtime Saturday at Christenberry Fieldhouse. The Jaguars fall to 2-2 in Peach Belt Conference play and 6-7 overall. The Bobcats are now 3-0 in conference play and 6-2 overall. C.J....
