Augusta GA

North Augusta city leaders are looking at a golf cart ordinance that could allow more time on the roads.

A peculiar phenomenon has been noticed by residents of Martinez, Georgia, and Augusta, who reported seeing strange lights in the sky. The lights, described as similar to a flashlight being pointed at the clouds, were observed moving in a sporadic and unusually fast manner. The sight was reminiscent of the "bat...

On December 1, 2025, Augusta, Georgia, observed World AIDS Day. Mayor Garnett Johnson issued a proclamation to recognize the day. He highlighted the city's support for people living with HIV and remembrance of those who have died from AIDS-related illnesses.

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) — Augusta Commission members reconvene this morning to deal with a $21 million deficit they’ve failed to resolve as they face a deadline to approve next year’s budget. They had intended to confront the deficit and pass a budget last week, but ultimately decided...

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF)– A follow up now to an interview from last year…Do you remember the amazing story of The Suitcase? An Aiken woman had a suitcase for decades that had belonged to her dad. It contained all kinds of memoirs and mementos. The Suitcase: the Life and Times of Captain X is an epic […]

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s help in locating a missing woman. 22-year-old Esther Seiter was last seen leaving her residence at approximately 3:40 pm on the 3100 Block of Scenic Drive in Augusta. Esther was last seen driving her black 2007 Chrysler Aspen with a...

APPLING, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A 42-year-old man has been arrested after he was accused of child molestation, according to authorities. Columbia County deputies say Michael Crutchfield was arrested on Nov. 26. Arrest warrants say Crutchfield inappropriately touched the two victims. The warrants state Crutchfield admitted...

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Richmond County deputies arrested a man who was wanted for aggravated assault and robbery. Deputies say Antonio Reid, 37, was arrested on Monday in connection to an incident that happened on Oct. 23 on the 3500 block of Jonathan Circle. Jails bookings say he is charged...

WARRENVILLE, S.C. (WJBF) – Aiken County fire crews responded to a house fire in Warrenville Tuesday morning. The fire happened at 144 Chaffee Avenue near Ralph Green Drive around 8:30 a.m. Officials say smoke and flames were showing from the home when they arrived on scene. No word on how the fire started.

Since 1993, Giuseppe's Pizza & Italian Specialties has been serving homemade pizza and pasta dishes to Augusta area families. In that time, a lot has changed, but the commitment to serve the best Italian food hasn't wavered. It started in 1985 when Joseph Gentile, Joe as he was known to most people, moved from New...