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Judge dismisses murder charge in Augusta ‘Water Boys’ killing, citing self-defense

The murder charge against 16-year-old Vincent Hikeem Carter Jr. has been dismissed following a preliminary hearing held Thursday by Judge Shawn Merzlak, who ruled that the teen acted in self-defense during a fatal shooting last month that claimed the life of 14-year-old Deandre Howell.

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House of Prayer defendants appear in court as more victims sought

Seven House of Prayer Christian Churches of America suspects made initial court appearances Thursday as authorities seek out more victims.

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West Lake raid tied to sweeping federal indictment of House of Prayer leaders

A federal indictment links leaders of the House of Prayer Christian Churches of America to multimillion-dollar fraud schemes that exploited service members and arrests at a $1.5 million West Lake home Wednesday.

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Georgia Cancer Center expands skin protection initiative to North Augusta

Locals strolling North Augusta’s Greenway will have a little extra protection from the sun thanks to a new project from the Georgia Cancer Center.

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Democratic candidate for governor leaving state Senate post

Homeless man found dead in abandoned car in Aiken County; no foul play suspected

Cameras track usage as Augusta weighs future of numerous parks

Mayor’s firm takes out $935,000 short-term loan

Speakers oppose book challenges at Columbia County School Board meeting

MIS Committee approves use of NDA regarding cybersecurity

Augusta GreenJackets Hiring Staff for 2021 Season

Those looking for work might have a shot working at the state-of-the-art SRP Park. The Augusta GreenJackets sent out a...

Senate Passes Bill Barring Kemp from Closing Churches in Georgia

Churches and other places of worship would have to remain open in Georgia during public emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic...

Sports Betting Constitutional Amendment Clears State Senate

ATLANTA – The Georgia Senate passed a constitutional amendment Friday asking voters statewide to decide whether to legalize online sports...

Body of Missing Blythe Man is Found in Woods Behind Residence

A local man reported missing last week found dead Sunday in the woods behind his residence off Etterlee Road, Richmond...

Hephzibah Mom Accused of Bruising Toddler in Child Cruelty Case

A Hephzibah mother was arrested Saturday after her 1-year-old son was found with serious injuries. Koren Michelle Thurston, 40, is...
The Augusta mayor's office is in city hall, also known as the Augusta-RIchmond County Municipal Building. A bill calling for a referendum on giving Augusta’s mayor a vote cleared a state senate committee Monday, passing 4-2 along party lines.

The Blue Ribbon Panel That Fizzled

Talk was the Augusta Commission was going to create a “Blue Ribbon Panel” to discuss changes to the Augusta city...

AU Professor Weighs In On The Controversy Tied to Six Dr. Seuss Children’s Books

Theodor Seuss Geisel, also known as Dr. Seuss, published his first children’s book, And to Think I Saw It on...

Federal Indictment Brings Additional Charges Against Graniteville Man

AUGUSTA, Ga.– A federal grand jury has indicted a Graniteville, S.C. teacher on additional federal charges related to the initial...

Augusta Press Calendar

March March 6, 7, 9 a.m. – The Great American Aiken Gun ShowWestern Carolina Fairgrounds- Hosted by Great American Promotions....

In-state College Tuition for Undocumented Georgians Advances in State House

Legislation allowing undocumented students to pay in-state tuition for Georgia public colleges and universities cleared a major hurdle in the...

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