Augusta GA

New testing is shedding light on E. coli levels in the Savannah River. While some residents are concerned about water safety officials say the problem isn't as widespread as some may think.

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The parents of a baby girl are in jail after the baby was transported to the hospital with broken bones and a brain bleed, according to authorities. Richmond County deputies arrested Mary Green, 19, and Jasiah Bethea, 20, on Monday, according to jail reports. According to...

A proposed 500-home subdivision off Gregory Lake Road is on hold after North Augusta Planning Commission members raised safety concerns.

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A surge in VA home foreclosures is putting renewed attention on what veterans can do before missed payments lead to foreclosure. Augusta is built around military service, with Fort Gordon and more veterans than any community in Georgia. When the VA home loan system shifts, families in the are

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Richmond County Board of Education is deeply saddened to announce the passing of board member Walter H. Eubanks. Eubanks, who represented District 3, died Tuesday after a brief illness. “Mr. Eubanks’ family and friends are in our thoughts during this difficult time,” the board said...

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public help in locating a man with mental health issues. Travis Stewart was last seen on June 20th around 3:00 pm leaving Piedmont Hospital. Authorities say he suffers from Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder. As of Tuesday morning, the RCSO sa

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - With summer temperatures rising, Augusta officials want residents to know that cooling centers are open throughout the community for anyone who needs relief. Cooling centers provide welcoming spaces for residents to cool down, rest and take a break. Everyone is welcome. “As temperatures conti

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The family of 18-year-old Eric Miller is remembering him as more than a victim after a deadly shooting at a house party on Warren Road. The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office says deputies responded just before 1 a.m. Saturday to the home, where Miller was found shot inside. He was pronounced dead [

AIKEN COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — The Aiken County Sheriff's Office is searching for a missing woman. Tracey Robinson West, 56, was last seen on April 22 in the 300 block of North Street in Aiken, authorities said. West was reported missing to the sheriff's office on May 21, according...

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - One person was injured in a shooting Tuesday in Augusta. It happened around 12:10 p.m. at or near a convenience store on Gordon Highway near Highland Avenue, according to deputies. The victim suffered injuries that were not life-threatening and was taken to a hospital.