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Judge won’t block Georgia prosecutor disciplinary body that Democrats fear is aimed at Fani Willis
ATLANTA (AP) — A Georgia judge has denied a preliminary challenge to block a commission created to discipline and remove state prosecutors, finding that it doesn’t violate the U.S. or state constitution. Fulton County Superior Court Judge Paige Reese Whitaker on Tuesday rejected the request for an injunction against Georgia’s Prosecuting Attorneys Qualifications Commission, which […]
Cold case solved: Suspect arrested in 2019 Augusta slaying
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a suspect in connection with a 2019 murder. On Dec. 30, 2019, at 4:47 am., the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office responded to 2106 Bayvale Road to investigate the murder of Dwayne Lane, 52. This man may have...
McCormick County students back in school
MCCORMICK, S.C. (WJBF)– It’s a new school year and students in McCormick County are ready with new book bags, fresh notebooks, and freshly sharpened pencils. This year the McCormick County School District is focusing on expanding personalized learning programs and on the safety of their students. “I’m so excited. I’m ready for my classes and […]
Camp Strong Heart allows kids at CHOG to have fun
LINCOLNTON, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Ziplining, kayaking, archery and even karaoke are what kids at Camp Strong Heart are doing. It’s a two-day overnight summer camp for kids being treated at the Children’s Hospital of Georgia who have been diagnosed with a heart-related condition. The goal is to provide...
Complete this survey to create a more climate-resilient Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The University of Georgia is seeking the public’s help in creating more climate resilience in Augusta. The project aims to address the impacts of climate change in vulnerable and underserved communities in Georgia. The team consists of a group of climate scientists from UGA, who...
What the Tech: How to avoid smishing scams
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - After years of being scammed by robocalls and emails, many consumers know how to ignore them. In recent years, many cyber criminals have switched to texting scams because they know if we receive a text message, we’re going to open it. The FTC, FBI, AARP...
Blended Vybes shows benefits of Xtreme Hip Hop fitness program
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Xtreme Hip Hop is a fitness program that combines step aerobics with music. For this episode of “Your Hometown Road Trip,” we stopped in and spoke with Brittany Jenkins of “Blended Vybes” about the program and some of the physical benefits. Tell me about where we’re at and what you do […]
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