Deputies search for missing Barnwell County man
James Brown’s family pushes for original name to stay on arena. As progress continues on the replacement of the old James Brown Arena, Brown’s family is calling on the community to help keep his name above the door. Local high school using safe practices to protect athletes in...
Augusta bust yields enough fentanyl to threaten all of Richmond County
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - After a monthslong investigation, Richmond County deputies said Thursday that a major drug trafficker has been arrested. On Tuesday, investigators located and arrested Roman Kelly, 45, at the Quality Inn, 2176 Gordon Highway, on outstanding felony drug warrants. Kelly was found carrying 28...
Major local landlord settles suit over fees on service members
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A company that manages several local apartment complexes is settling claims it imposed illegal fees on service members who had to end their leases due to relocation orders. The Justice Department says Greystar Real Estate Partners will pay over $1.4 million to resolve allegations that it...
Richmond County makes major drug bust at local hotel
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office has arrested and charged a major alleged drug trafficker at a local hotel. On Tuesday, the Narcotics Division arrested 45-year-old Roman Kelly at the Quality Inn on Gordon Highway. Kelly was reportedly found carrying approximately 28 grams of methamphetamine....
Cooling shelters in the CSRA
As heat continues across the CSRA, there are a number of cooling centers open across the area.
Authorities ask for help in finding missing North Augusta woman
The Aiken County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the community’s assistance in locating a missing North Augusta woman.
Aiken County coroner investigates accidental cremation
The Aiken County Coroner's Office released a statement Wednesday concerning an accidental cremation that took place this week.
Richmond County Opens Cooling Centers As Dangerous Heat Hits Georgia
Richmond County has opened eight cooling centers to help residents escape the dangerous heat wave sweeping across Georgia today. 🌡️ Why It Matters: With heat index values expected to reach up to 109 degrees, these cooling centers provide a lifesaving option for people without air conditioning or those most...
JENNIE: 10-month-old North Augusta baby in need of kidney transplant
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF)– A North Augusta family is asking the community to help them as their infant child battles a rare disease. Last summer, the Johnsons were celebrating the birth of twins… but now they’re in a race against time as one of the babies has end-stage renal disease. “We were misdiagnosed so we were […]
Georgia schools bring back cursive writing this fall
Georgia schools are re-introducing cursive writing for the upcoming school year.
