Augusta Charter Review Committee says it will finish ahead of schedule
It's the light at the end of the tunnel for the group reviewing the Augusta city charter.
Security officers at Plant Vogtle seek vote to remove union
WAYNESBORO, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Security guards working for Southern Nuclear Operating Company at Plant Vogtle have filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board, according to the National Right to Work Foundation. The group is seeking a vote to remove the Security, Police and Fire Professionals of America...
Valentine’s market at 5th St. Marina invites local vendors
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Calling all local vendors! You can set up shop at the 5th Street Marina for the Valentine’s Day Market at the Marina event. It takes place down at the river on the last Saturday in January (31st) and the first Saturday in February (7th). The event is open to the public […]
Finding Solutions: Home for pregnant women offers fresh start
GROVETOWN, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The first home of its kind in the CSRA is giving pregnant women a fighting chance. Metzudah, operated by Prepare for Babies, opened in the fall as a home specifically for pregnant women. Residents receive support and guidance through pregnancy and the baby’s first 18 months....
Man charged with exposing himself to postal worker in Augusta
A man has been arrested for allegedly exposing himself to a mail courier from the United States Postal Service.
It’s early in the new year, but some want to revisit Augusta’s budget
To avoid a tax increase, commissioners approved deep cuts to outside agencies in this year’s budget, including the nationally acclaimed MACH Academy.
K-9 Lucia Retires from North Augusta Police After 10 Years
The North Augusta Department of Public Safety threw a retirement party for K-9 officer Lucia. She served for 10 years. Monday marked her final day. Lucia partnered with Sergeant Justin Aubuchon since 2016. Health problems forced her to step down, per WRDW. "Oh, this is by far my best friend....
Vehicle fire causing back up on Bobby Jones Expressway at I-20W
RICHMOND COUNTY, Ga. (WJBF) – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is currently on the scene of a vehicle fire. According to authorities, the vehicle fire is happening on Bobby Jones Expressway Westbound at I-20 Westbound, which is causing for traffic to be backed up and redirected. RCSO states the Augusta Fire...
Woman arrested after vehicle pursuit ends in crash, authorities say
A woman has been arrested after allegedly leading deputies with the Richmond County Sheriff's Office on a vehicle pursuit through Augusta on Wednesday.
Cops’ files reveal more details in deputy body-cam scandal
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Newly released documents paint a clearer picture of the situation surrounding the suspension of three deputies over a body-camera incident that raised questions about the use of force on a suspect. The force recently used by Deputy Nicholas Boyd against the alleged head of the Youngins...
