Augusta family receives support following house fire amid continued fire activity
A family of six is working to rebuild after losing their home in a fire in Augusta in the early hours of Thursday morning, with the community rallying to provide support.
Richmond County Man Missing After ATV Ride
A 36-year-old Richmond County man is missing after he left his home on Byrd Road on Friday evening, according to a public notice. He was last seen on a small 4-wheeler and has medical conditions that could affect his safety. What’s Happening: Crissean Vincent Mims, 36, was last seen leaving...
SLED: Body found after Edgefield house fire
SLED confirms that they are aiding Edgefield law enforcement after a body was recovered following a fire within the city limits on Wednesday, December 31.
Volunteer group keeps Augusta clean during holiday week
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - While many city offices and departments are closed for the holidays, a team of local volunteers called Operation Clean City continues its mission to keep Augusta’s streets clean. Whether it’s two volunteers or twenty, Operation Clean City has made it its mission to clean the...
New Augusta Arena continues taking shape, Coliseum Authority pushing to open May 2027
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF)- It’s a project that’s been years in the making—and the final product is getting closer to becoming a reality. “It’s going to be a showpiece for years to come, and I hope it’s a catalyst for the downtown and all of Augusta,” said Brad Usry, Vice-Chair for the Augusta Coliseum Authority. The […]
Split forecast for the first weekend of 2026
Friday evening update: We are seeing high clouds streaming in and thickening up as the day goes on. Despite the gray skies, it feels fairly nice out there with temperatures in the 60s thanks to a warm breeze from the southwest. If you’re heading out for dinner or a movie...
Richmond County sheriff’s holiday crime team shows results
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Sheriff Eugene Brantley created the Holiday Robbery Special Assignment Team in 2025 to address crime through a multi-level approach. The team consists of drone pilots, K-9 officers and experienced deputies. Working with the intel division and using a real-time crime center monitored 24/7,...
Pendleton King Park receives ‘Hydrangeas’, first art installation after Helene
The Greater Augusta Arts Council announced the installation of “Hydrangeas," three new sculptures at Pendleton King Park.
5-year-old dies after being hit by car in front yard on New Year’s Eve,...
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/Gray News) - A family in South Carolina is grieving the loss of a child who was hit and killed by a car on New Year’s Eve. According to the Aiken County Coroner’s Office, a 5-year-old child was killed after being struck by a car on Wednesday evening.
Mixed feelings in North Augusta about golf cart ordinance recently approved by council
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WJBF) – The new year also means new laws in North Augusta. The River Golf Club is a hotspot for golfers and golf carts. For Sam Martin, driving the family golf cart is a joy ride. “When I have my friends over, sometimes I like to drive them around with my parents […]

















