Augusta GA

The 2026 HBCU Classic presented by Murphy Auto Group will return for its 5th Annual celebration on Saturday, February 28th.

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A significant gap in pediatric heart care is being filled at Wellstar Golisano Children’s Hospital of Georgia. The hospital will construct a dedicated Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU), a project funded by a $50 million investment from the Golisano Foundation and supported by its new...

Highway crews continue to work on cleaning up the icy patches on thoroughfares throughout the region.

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Richmond County officials have identified a man found dead at Walton Way near the railroad tracks on Sunday. Authorities say 63-year-old John Sweatman, an unhoused individual, was found dead on 13th Street at Walton Way near the railroad tracks at 4:40 p.m. Richmond County Sheriff’s Office...

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....