Evans High student held accountable after alleged threatening comment
EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - An Evans High student is being held accountable according to the code of conduct and the law after allegedly making a threatening comment to another student, school officials reported. According to a letter sent to families on Friday, there was no gun found on campus during...
Augusta officials unveil new fleet of electric buses that go into service next week
In an effort to become more sustainable, the city of Augusta was awarded $12 million to purchase five new electric buses to replace the diesel vehicles the city used to ferry residents to their destinations. A ribbon cutting was held on Wednesday at Augusta Transit to unveil the five new buses. A number of elected...
Developer proposes to build south Augusta townhomes behind Hillcrest Memorial Park
A local developer wants to build townhomes in south Augusta across from Hillcrest Memorial Park on land once owned by the cemetery's founder. Naresh Punjabi, representing applicant Connect Development LLC and property owner NRP Residential 1 LLC, submitted a rezoning application for nine pieces of property....
Only Chick-fil-A vending machine in U.S. located in Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The only Chick-fil-A vending machine in the United States is located in Augusta. MCG Urology posted about the vending machine on social media, saying it sells wraps and chips. The machine is restocked every 18 hours. Richmond County Toys for Tots has closed its Christmas assistance...
Three wanted in connection to robbery, aggravated assault
The Richmond County Sheriff's Office is looking for three suspects wanted in connection to a robbery and aggravated assault incident that took place in July 2025.
Ga. House Speaker Jon Burns visits Evans for Faith and Flag event
Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns visited Evans for a Faith and Flag event, drawing a packed crowd at Pizza Central.
First Alert Forecast l Slightly cooler next few days, showers possible by Sunday
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Slightly cooler temperatures expected again Friday, but more seasonal feel this weekend. We’ll stay dry through Saturday, but a few showers look possible late in the day Sunday as our next front moves through the region. Back to dry weather early next week. Highs will...
2 Richmond County schools earn statewide honor for achievement
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Two Richmond County schools have earned honors from the state for their student achievements. The Georgia Department of Education named John S. Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School and C.T. Walker Traditional Magnet School as 2025 Distinguished Schools. A group of community leaders has an idea...
Golden Harvest sees increased demand as WIC funding faces uncertainty
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The 15-day federal government shutdown has impacted programs like WIC, which provides assistance to more than 6 million American mothers and young children in the form of food, milk and other necessities. For local organizations like Golden Harvest Food Bank, which say they have not seen...
Burke County courthouse threat draws law enforcement
WAYNESBORO, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A bomb threat Friday morning drew a large law enforcement presence to the Burke County courthouse. The Waynesboro Police Department said the threat was called in to CSRA Probation by an unknown man. The area was cordoned off around the Burke County Judicial Center at 200...
