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A life-saving drug meant to reverse opioid overdoses is now in some schools across Georgia. That includes Columbia County schools.
Governor Nathan Deal signed Senate Bill 121, allowing people who aren't health care professionals to administer Naloxone - better known as Narcan.
More >>A life-saving drug meant to reverse opioid overdoses is now in some schools across Georgia. That includes Columbia County schools.
Governor Nathan Deal signed Senate Bill 121, allowing people who aren't health care professionals to administer Naloxone - better known as Narcan.
More >>Driving in parts of downtown Augusta will be different in a few weeks. Richmond County's Traffic Engineering department is in the process of transforming portions of 11th and 12th streets into one-ways. That work officially starts Monday. 11th Street, which is currently a 2-way, will transform to a one-way heading away from the Georgia Cyber Center within the upcoming weeks. Now, drivers will get the perk of having several dozen brand new parking spaces, but this change will imp...
More >>Driving in parts of downtown Augusta will be different in a few weeks. Richmond County's Traffic Engineering department is in the process of transforming portions of 11th and 12th streets into one-ways. That work officially starts Monday. 11th Street, which is currently a 2-way, will transform to a one-way heading away from the Georgia Cyber Center within the upcoming weeks. Now, drivers will get the perk of having several dozen brand new parking spaces, but this change will imp...
More >>The North Augusta Chamber of Commerce held a meeting this morning to hear from state representatives. In attendance was State Representative Bill Hixon, Senator Shane Massey, and Senator Tom Young.
More >>The North Augusta Chamber of Commerce held a meeting this morning to hear from state representatives. In attendance was State Representative Bill Hixon, Senator Shane Massey, and Senator Tom Young.
More >>The Aiken Department of Public Safety is asking for the public's help identifying a man they say robbed the Dollar General on Richland Ave. According to investigators, the man in the photo attached to this article approached the rear of the store, but left when he noticed security cameras.
More >>The Aiken Department of Public Safety is asking for the public's help identifying a man they say robbed the Dollar General on Richland Ave. According to investigators, the man in the photo attached to this article approached the rear of the store, but left when he noticed security cameras.
More >>Residents who live along Gordon Highway are frustrated with having too much traffic near their neighborhood and they want city leaders to do something about it. Since Gordon Highway is a state highway, federal law require studies be done to determine if a traffic signal is needed.
More >>Residents who live along Gordon Highway are frustrated with having too much traffic near their neighborhood and they want city leaders to do something about it. Since Gordon Highway is a state highway, federal law require studies be done to determine if a traffic signal is needed.
More >>The Trump administration says conserving oil is no longer an economic imperative for the U.S.
More >>The Trump administration says conserving oil is no longer an economic imperative for the U.S.
More >>Italian media say three more bodies have been found in the rubble of the Genoa bridge collapse, raising the death toll to 41.
More >>Italian media say three more bodies have been found in the rubble of the Genoa bridge collapse, raising the death toll to 41.
More >>President Donald Trump is accusing social media companies of "totally discriminating against Republican/Conservative voices" and says he "we won't let that happen.".
More >>President Donald Trump is accusing social media companies of "totally discriminating against Republican/Conservative voices" and says he "we won't let that happen.".
More >>Kofi Annan, one of the world's most celebrated diplomats and a charismatic symbol of the United Nations who rose through its ranks to become the first black African secretary-general, has died.
More >>Kofi Annan, one of the world's most celebrated diplomats and a charismatic symbol of the United Nations who rose through its ranks to become the first black African secretary-general, has died.
More >>US officials approves new generic competitor for emergency allergy medication EpiPen.
More >>US officials approves new generic competitor for emergency allergy medication EpiPen.
More >>The boy told social services he was locked in his room and would scream for his parents to let him out until he was forced to use the bathroom on the floor.
More >>The boy told social services he was locked in his room and would scream for his parents to let him out until he was forced to use the bathroom on the floor.
More >>The "Cops"-loving woman got to explore the patrol car, both front and back, and set off the sirens, according to her daughter.
More >>The "Cops"-loving woman got to explore the patrol car, both front and back, and set off the sirens, according to her daughter.
More >>Police said the dogs’ owner was given two citations, and they’ll be talking with prosecutors to see if charges are warranted in the case.
More >>Police said the dogs’ owner was given two citations, and they’ll be talking with prosecutors to see if charges are warranted in the case.
More >>Federal immigration authorities say a man detained as he was trying to take his wife to the hospital to give birth is wanted in Mexico under a warrant for homicide charges.
More >>Federal immigration authorities say a man detained as he was trying to take his wife to the hospital to give birth is wanted in Mexico under a warrant for homicide charges.
More >>The deceased was a convicted felon who had several guns and often carried on his person. He had two domestic violence protection orders against him from two women in Indiana and Ohio.
More >>The deceased was a convicted felon who had several guns and often carried on his person. He had two domestic violence protection orders against him from two women in Indiana and Ohio.
More >>Shanann Watts' Facebook page painted a portrait of a happy married life - of a woman dedicated to her husband and their two young children.
More >>Shanann Watts' Facebook page painted a portrait of a happy married life - of a woman dedicated to her husband and their two young children.
More >>Sheikh claimed the contact was consensual, but the victim was not assigned to his care.
More >>Sheikh claimed the contact was consensual, but the victim was not assigned to his care.
More >>Ezra James posted a $2,000 bail. An officer shot the animal to put it out of its misery.
More >>Ezra James posted a $2,000 bail. An officer shot the animal to put it out of its misery.
More >>The quote had reportedly been on the wall of the Gregory-Lincoln Education Center for at least five years.
More >>The quote had reportedly been on the wall of the Gregory-Lincoln Education Center for at least five years.
More >>Samantha Wells took a DNA test and discovered her father, James Long, in Sacramento, CA. Wells is Long's sixth child.
More >>Samantha Wells took a DNA test and discovered her father, James Long, in Sacramento, CA. Wells is Long's sixth child.
More >>The judge in former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort's fraud trial is refusing to release the names of jurors.
More >>The judge in former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort's fraud trial is refusing to release the names of jurors.
More >>Corvontae Davis, a black man, was putting money into a parking meter when he was confronted by a white woman.
More >>Corvontae Davis, a black man, was putting money into a parking meter when he was confronted by a white woman.
More >>Rare car enthusiasts and history buffs will soon gather out west to get an up-close glimpse of a fabled noble failure of the auto industry.
More >>Rare car enthusiasts and history buffs will soon gather out west to get an up-close glimpse of a fabled noble failure of the auto industry.
More >>A man in Sacramento is accused of using a stolen police car to steal a bus from a university campus.
More >>A man in Sacramento is accused of using a stolen police car to steal a bus from a university campus.
More >>The shooting happened at Palm Beach Central High School, whose football team was playing William T. Dwyer High School.
More >>The shooting happened at Palm Beach Central High School, whose football team was playing William T. Dwyer High School.
More >>ESPN President Jimmy Pitaro said “we generally have not broadcasted the anthem” and that was unlikely to change this year.
More >>ESPN President Jimmy Pitaro said “we generally have not broadcasted the anthem” and that was unlikely to change this year.
More >>Officials are demanding that the EPA act quickly to clean up local water systems testing positive for dangerous levels of chemicals used in nonstick cookware, fast-food wrappers and much more.
More >>Officials are demanding that the EPA act quickly to clean up local water systems testing positive for dangerous levels of chemicals used in nonstick cookware, fast-food wrappers and much more.
More >>The girl who was pushed, Jordan Holgerson, suffered broken ribs and punctured lungs in the fall, but is recovering.
More >>The girl who was pushed, Jordan Holgerson, suffered broken ribs and punctured lungs in the fall, but is recovering.
More >>Champ, a Rottweiler-mastiff mix, should weigh 110 pounds. He's 50 pounds and remains in critical condition.
More >>Champ, a Rottweiler-mastiff mix, should weigh 110 pounds. He's 50 pounds and remains in critical condition.
More >>The Grovetown Department of Public Safety requests your help in finding a missing person. His name is Darrell Watson and he is a white male, 6-foot-1-inches, and weighs 185 pounds.
More >>The Grovetown Department of Public Safety requests your help in finding a missing person. His name is Darrell Watson and he is a white male, 6-foot-1-inches, and weighs 185 pounds.
More >>The jury in the fraud trial of former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort has ended its first day of deliberations.
More >>The jury in the fraud trial of former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort has ended its first day of deliberations.
More >>The lunchroom cashier took the lunch away when the girl came up short on funds.
More >>The lunchroom cashier took the lunch away when the girl came up short on funds.
More >>Jay Jefferies has your early morning First Alert forecast for Friday, Aug. 17, 2018.
More >>Jay Jefferies has your early morning First Alert forecast for Friday, Aug. 17, 2018.
More >>The CDC projects some 49,000 people will have died from opioid overdoses in 2017 once the counting is done.
More >>The CDC projects some 49,000 people will have died from opioid overdoses in 2017 once the counting is done.
More >>Mercedes-Benz of Augusta hosting a Back to School Drive on Saturday, August 18, 2018 from 10:00am until 2:00pm. Soldiers from the Augusta Warrior Project will be on hand to wash cars for cash or school supply donations. Hotdogs and hamburgers will be grilled by RCSS Superintendent Angela Pringle and Commissioner Bill Fennoy. All donations will support the students of Richmond County.
More >>Mercedes-Benz of Augusta hosting a Back to School Drive on Saturday, August 18, 2018 from 10:00am until 2:00pm. Soldiers from the Augusta Warrior Project will be on hand to wash cars for cash or school supply donations. Hotdogs and hamburgers will be grilled by RCSS Superintendent Angela Pringle and Commissioner Bill Fennoy. All donations will support the students of Richmond County.
More >>FOX 54 is a big champion for animals in need. This week’s featured pet Up Fur Adoption Now –Sonny. Sonny is a 2 year-old, 25 lb Chihuahua/Corgi mix. He’s being sheltered by Hands To Paws.
More >>FOX 54 is a big champion for animals in need. This week’s featured pet Up Fur Adoption Now –Sonny. Sonny is a 2 year-old, 25 lb Chihuahua/Corgi mix. He’s being sheltered by Hands To Paws.
More >>The suspect in Thursday night's shooting at Baymont Inn and Suites has been identified. Investigators have identified the suspect as 32-year-old Mark Lynn Daniels. The sheriff's office was called out to the hotel just before 9 p.m. for a reported shooting.
More >>The suspect in Thursday night's shooting at Baymont Inn and Suites has been identified. Investigators have identified the suspect as 32-year-old Mark Lynn Daniels. The sheriff's office was called out to the hotel just before 9 p.m. for a reported shooting.
More >>Aretha Franklin was Detroit's favorite daughter, often singing at the church where her father once led and headlining charity functions for kids or the less fortunate.
More >>Aretha Franklin was Detroit's favorite daughter, often singing at the church where her father once led and headlining charity functions for kids or the less fortunate.
More >>Sales of EpiPen devices typically spike during the back-to-school season, but there have been supply issues for months.
More >>Sales of EpiPen devices typically spike during the back-to-school season, but there have been supply issues for months.
More >>An investigation is underway after a California woman said she paid $1,400 in a fake kidnapping scam.
More >>An investigation is underway after a California woman said she paid $1,400 in a fake kidnapping scam.
More >>Authorities say the husband of a missing family in Colorado has been arrested in connection with the case.
More >>Authorities say the husband of a missing family in Colorado has been arrested in connection with the case.
More >>A pizza restaurant alerted authorities to a man exhibiting erratic behavior, leading police to discover his mother's dead body in his home.
More >>A pizza restaurant alerted authorities to a man exhibiting erratic behavior, leading police to discover his mother's dead body in his home.
More >>Trump also threatened to yank the clearances of a handful of individuals, including former top intelligence and law enforcement officials, as well as a current member of the Justice Department.
More >>Trump also threatened to yank the clearances of a handful of individuals, including former top intelligence and law enforcement officials, as well as a current member of the Justice Department.
More >>A U.S. official says the Veterans Day military parade ordered up by President Donald Trump would cost about $92 million _ more than three times the maximum initial estimate.
More >>A U.S. official says the Veterans Day military parade ordered up by President Donald Trump would cost about $92 million _ more than three times the maximum initial estimate.
More >>Leadership Augusta revealed the class of 2019 on August 16 at the Augusta Museum of History. The class is made up of 40 professionals in the Augusta area. They now all have the opportunity to learn more about the community through this program. It is a 10 month long program, starting in August and ending in May.
More >>Leadership Augusta revealed the class of 2019 on August 16 at the Augusta Museum of History. The class is made up of 40 professionals in the Augusta area. They now all have the opportunity to learn more about the community through this program. It is a 10 month long program, starting in August and ending in May.
More >>Aretha Franklin was 76-years-old when she passed away earlier today surrounded by family and friends. The queen of Soul made her mark touching millions around the world. She shared a special relationship with our very own James Brown. "Her voice was everything. She was trained in the church and that's where it all started for her from her father CL Franklin," says Noura Gordon, Pyramid Music Manager. An iconic legend that needs no introduction. Her voice a...
More >>Aretha Franklin was 76-years-old when she passed away earlier today surrounded by family and friends. The queen of Soul made her mark touching millions around the world. She shared a special relationship with our very own James Brown. "Her voice was everything. She was trained in the church and that's where it all started for her from her father CL Franklin," says Noura Gordon, Pyramid Music Manager. An iconic legend that needs no introduction. Her voice a...
More >>The fire consumed a child's toy electric vehicle. Just moments before Michelle Kline’s two kids were in it.
More >>The fire consumed a child's toy electric vehicle. Just moments before Michelle Kline’s two kids were in it.
More >>Omarosa's book publisher, Simon and Schuster, says Trump and his lawyers do not have a "viable legal claim."
More >>Omarosa's book publisher, Simon and Schuster, says Trump and his lawyers do not have a "viable legal claim."
More >>Doctors say 116 people die every day from intentional or accidental opioid overdoses. The Richmond County Sheriff's Office partnered with Doctor's Hospital to collect hundreds of pounds of prescription drugs from people driving by. FOX 54's Jasmine Anderson tells you why clearing your medicine cabinet protects your family, the community and the environment. "We don't want this type of medication to get into the wrong hands," explained Richmond County Sheriff's O...
More >>Doctors say 116 people die every day from intentional or accidental opioid overdoses. The Richmond County Sheriff's Office partnered with Doctor's Hospital to collect hundreds of pounds of prescription drugs from people driving by. FOX 54's Jasmine Anderson tells you why clearing your medicine cabinet protects your family, the community and the environment. "We don't want this type of medication to get into the wrong hands," explained Richmond County Sheriff's O...
More >>University of California, Berkeley students who were in the French city of Nice when a man drove a 19-ton truck through the crowd, killing their classmate and 85 other people, have turned their grief into building...
More >>University of California, Berkeley students who were in the French city of Nice when a man drove a 19-ton truck through the crowd, killing their classmate and 85 other people, have turned their grief into building a tech startup to fight terrorism.
More >>A 1934 Masters Tournament Official Program is up for bid online at Lelands and currently going for $1,948.00. Hurry, because there is only one day left to bid!
More >>A 1934 Masters Tournament Official Program is up for bid online at Lelands and currently going for $1,948.00. Hurry, because there is only one day left to bid!
More >>The recall announcement said there have been 193 reports of the dryers malfunctioning.
More >>The recall announcement said there have been 193 reports of the dryers malfunctioning.
More >>Weather with Jay is a new weekly segment that will air on FOX 54 News Now Friday mornings. Each week, Jay Jefferies will choose one child to come on and do the weather with him live on air.
More >>Weather with Jay is a new weekly segment that will air on FOX 54 News Now Friday mornings. Each week, Jay Jefferies will choose one child to come on and do the weather with him live on air.
More >>FOX 54 has launched the For Our Children community campaign. It's our station's most ambitious community project to improve the lives of children in the CSRA. Our efforts will include helping charities that focus on children's needs, recognizing the achievements of local children and providing you with valuable information so you can be a powerful positive role model in the life of a child, which benefits the future for all of our children in the CSRA.
More >>FOX 54 has launched the For Our Children community campaign. It's our station's most ambitious community project to improve the lives of children in the CSRA. Our efforts will include helping charities that focus on children's needs, recognizing the achievements of local children and providing you with valuable information so you can be a powerful positive role model in the life of a child, which benefits the future for all of our children in the CSRA.
More >>FOX 54 is recognizing children who are making a positive impact in our community, who are overcoming the odds and who have special talents.
More >>FOX 54 is recognizing children who are making a positive impact in our community, who are overcoming the odds and who have special talents.
More >>Mercedes-Benz of Augusta hosting a Back to School Drive on Saturday, August 18, 2018 from 10:00am until 2:00pm. Soldiers from the Augusta Warrior Project will be on hand to wash cars for cash or school supply donations. Hotdogs and hamburgers will be grilled by RCSS Superintendent Angela Pringle and Commissioner Bill Fennoy. All donations will support the students of Richmond County.
More >>Mercedes-Benz of Augusta hosting a Back to School Drive on Saturday, August 18, 2018 from 10:00am until 2:00pm. Soldiers from the Augusta Warrior Project will be on hand to wash cars for cash or school supply donations. Hotdogs and hamburgers will be grilled by RCSS Superintendent Angela Pringle and Commissioner Bill Fennoy. All donations will support the students of Richmond County.
More >>Qualifying for Richmond County Board of Education will begin on Monday, August 20, 2018 at 9:00 AM and will close on Friday, August 24, 2018 at 12:00 Noon.
More >>Qualifying for Richmond County Board of Education will begin on Monday, August 20, 2018 at 9:00 AM and will close on Friday, August 24, 2018 at 12:00 Noon.
More >>Charlie Norwood VA Medical center is seeking Vietnam Veterans to participate in a ceremony tentatively scheduled for October.
More >>Charlie Norwood VA Medical center is seeking Vietnam Veterans to participate in a ceremony tentatively scheduled for October.
More >>Georgia representative Jason Spencer will resign his position at the end of the month after a bizarre appearance on a cable television show on Sunday.
More >>Georgia representative Jason Spencer will resign his position at the end of the month after a bizarre appearance on a cable television show on Sunday.
More >>Augusta’s Recreation and Parks Department has been selected to receive a $30,000 play space grant from The Walt Disney Company in support of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA).
More >>Augusta’s Recreation and Parks Department has been selected to receive a $30,000 play space grant from The Walt Disney Company in support of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA).
More >>Veterans living in South Carolina will soon have access to free legal services
More >>Veterans living in South Carolina will soon have access to free legal services
More >>Aiken Regional Airport will host a press conference and open house on Aug 20, 2018 to promote South Carolina Aviation Week. The Press Conference will take place from 9-10 am, followed by an Open House until noon. Congressman Joe Wilson will attend the event, which is open to the public.
More >>Aiken Regional Airport will host a press conference and open house on Aug 20, 2018 to promote South Carolina Aviation Week. The Press Conference will take place from 9-10 am, followed by an Open House until noon. Congressman Joe Wilson will attend the event, which is open to the public.
More >>The body of an adult male was found in the surf Monday at the Myrtle Beach State Park, according to Cpt. John Harrelson with the Horry County Police Department.
More >>The body of an adult male was found in the surf Monday at the Myrtle Beach State Park, according to Cpt. John Harrelson with the Horry County Police Department.
More >>During a shareholder call on Tuesday, SCANA shareholders voted to approve the potential merger between them and Dominion Energy, the company poised to by the South Carolina utility in the first steps of the merger process.
More >>During a shareholder call on Tuesday, SCANA shareholders voted to approve the potential merger between them and Dominion Energy, the company poised to by the South Carolina utility in the first steps of the merger process.
More >>Comedian Sacha Baron Cohen, widely known for his role as Borat, fooled the congressman. Wilson isn't laughing, nor are some constituents.
More >>Comedian Sacha Baron Cohen, widely known for his role as Borat, fooled the congressman. Wilson isn't laughing, nor are some constituents.
More >>A report by the Associated Press revealed at least six airmen guarding some of the world’s most powerful nuclear missiles were buying, distributing or using the illegal hallucinogen LSD.
More >>A report by the Associated Press revealed at least six airmen guarding some of the world’s most powerful nuclear missiles were buying, distributing or using the illegal hallucinogen LSD.
More >>Almost a quarter of a million dollars has been raised for the victims of the Tennessee Waffle House shooting.
More >>Almost a quarter of a million dollars has been raised for the victims of the Tennessee Waffle House shooting.
More >>Carter’s recalls Children’s Cardigan Sets. The cardigan’s toggle button can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
More >>Carter’s recalls Children’s Cardigan Sets. The cardigan’s toggle button can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
More >>Springfield Twp. police have arrested the woman who is accused of stealing a rare butterfly from a special exhibit in Cincinnati.
More >>Springfield Twp. police have arrested the woman who is accused of stealing a rare butterfly from a special exhibit in Cincinnati.
More >>The Lee County Coroner's Office has revealed the causes of death for the seven inmates killed in a prison riot at Lee Correctional Institution last week.
More >>The Lee County Coroner's Office has revealed the causes of death for the seven inmates killed in a prison riot at Lee Correctional Institution last week.
More >>Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, died Thursday, Aug. 16, surrounded by friends and family in Detroit, Michigan. She was 76.
More >>Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, died Thursday, Aug. 16, surrounded by friends and family in Detroit, Michigan. She was 76.
More >>You can tell pretty quickly that Disenchantment won't be living up to the quality of the other shows in the Groeningverse
More >>You can tell pretty quickly that Disenchantment won't be living up to the quality of the other shows in the Groeningverse
More >>How would you like to retire early? Millennials identified the perfect retirement age as 61
More >>How would you like to retire early? Millennials identified the perfect retirement age as 61
More >>The first generic version of the EpiPen was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday, paving the way for more affordable versions of the lifesaving allergy emergency medication.
More >>The first generic version of the EpiPen was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday, paving the way for more affordable versions of the lifesaving allergy emergency medication.
More >>Castle Rock, Hulu's Stephen King-inspired anthology series from executive producer J.J. Abrams, has been renewed for a second season
More >>Castle Rock, Hulu's Stephen King-inspired anthology series from executive producer J.J. Abrams, has been renewed for a second season
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