First Alert Forecast |Tracking Rain mid week. Hot afternoons through Wednesday.
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - High pressure strengthens through today, so rain chances will be very slim with high temperatures staying above average each day. A cold front will move into the region late Thursday and bring the chance for scattered showers and storms through Saturday. This week will stay warm...
Columbia County school leaders to participate in ‘prestigious’ state program
EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Columbia County School District has been selected to participate in the Georgia School Boards Association (GSBA) Excellence in Governance Institute. The prestigious program is designed to strengthen governance practices and enhance student outcomes through innovative leadership...
3 new measles cases tied to patient from Georgia State University
The Georgia Department of Public Health says there is a confirmed case of human West Nile virus in Richmond County. Deadly shooting at Augusta Mall raises concerns over security. Updated: 4 hours ago. The frequency of shootings at the mall is something we've touched on time and time again. New...
Hurricane Helene proved ‘we were created for community’
Every second counts in emergencies, and when first responders don’t know basic information, like where to go, critical time is wasted. From June until now, we have reported at least six shootings involving youth at or under the age of 18 in the csra, with three of them being deadly.
West Nile Virus case confirmed in Richmond County
Another case of West Nile Virus has been confirmed in Richmond County, as of Wednesday, Sept. 24, according to Georgia Department of Public Health.
North Augusta Officials Showcase City’s Development Amid Rapid Growth
City leaders boarded a trolley Monday night to inspect construction sites across North Augusta. The sites will add 7,000 new homes to this growing South Carolina city. Council members and planners left their usual meeting location to check progress at key spots. At Exit 1, The Hive stands out as a major project that...
VA Augusta assures veterans: You’re not alone this Suicide Awareness Month
AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF)- September is Suicide Awareness Month and the VA Augusta Healthcare System is reminding veterans that they are not alone. A study by the National Library of Medicine shows that the suicide rate of veterans is is more than 1.5 times higher than that of civilians. However, the VA says that in the […]
Wet Nose Wednesday: Meet Cowboy
Cowboy is a very loving hound dog! He's believed to be around 3 years old. He loves other dogs, he is so sweet and so skinny! This poor boy needs a family to love and care for him. You never meet a grouchy hound. Cowboy is available at the Aiken...
18-year-old wanted for terroristic threats, acts in Augusta
The Richmond County Sheriff's Office said Wednesday a man is wanted in reference to alleged situation regarding terroristic threats and acts.
RCSO: Augusta shooting may be linked to deadly mall incident, 2 teens charged
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – On Tuesday, September 23rd, at around 10:49 p.m., deputies with the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 1300 block of Druid Park Avenue regarding reports of shots fired. Upon arrival, deputies discovered the residence had been struck multiple times by gunfire. Fortunately, no...
