WFXG Fox54 Augusta-Your News One Hour EarlierMarriage Equality celebrated at NYC's Gay Pride March

Marriage Equality celebrated at NYC's Gay Pride March

Updated: June 27, 2011 11:50 AM EDT

The passage of the Marriage Equality Act, allowing same-sex marriage, in New York on June 24, 2011, was celebrated at the Gay Pride March in New York City. Governor Andrew M. Cuomo signed the law after it was passed in the state senate by a vote of 33-29.

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Qualifying an important step for candidates, election process
Qualifying an important step for candidates, election process
Updated: Friday, May 25 2012 12:58 AM EDT2012-05-25 04:58:28 GMT
Just over two months away from the July 31 primaries, and we're finding out who the real candidates are. The qualifying period for all potential candidates started Wednesday afternoon, and lasts untilMore >>
Just over two months away from the July 31 primaries, and we're finding out who the real candidates are. The qualifying period for all potential candidates started Wednesday afternoon, and lasts untilMore >>
Homeless man found dead in canal drowned, autopsy says
Homeless man found dead in canal drowned, autopsy says
Updated: Friday, May 25 2012 12:52 AM EDT2012-05-25 04:52:20 GMT
Richmond County Investigators say 52 year old Elliott Bernard Anthony, who was found dead in the Augusta Canal Wednesday Morning, drowned. The cause of death was revealed during his autopsy. Anthony'sMore >>
Richmond County Investigators say 52 year old Elliott Bernard Anthony, who was found dead in the Augusta Canal Wednesday Morning, drowned. The cause of death was revealed during his autopsy. Anthony'sMore >>
Augusta Commissioners selling property to fill million dollar budget deficit
Augusta Commissioners selling property to fill million dollar budget deficit
Updated: Thursday, May 24 2012 8:47 PM EDT2012-05-25 00:47:54 GMT
The old Augusta Library, the old Chamber of Commerce building and the old railroad depot are all easily recognizable buildings in downtown Augusta; but take a good look because these properties are upMore >>
The Augusta Commission is selling 21 city owned properties. Those lots are worth close to ten million dollars according to city records; and city leaders hope to start closing sales soon.More >>
Traveling Vietnam Memorial stops at Fort Gordon
Traveling Vietnam Memorial stops at Fort Gordon
Updated: Thursday, May 24 2012 4:42 PM EDT2012-05-24 20:42:18 GMT
A traveling memorial honoring the heroes who lost their lives during the Vietnam War is now at Fort Gordon. The memorial is a replica of the one that stands in Washington, D.C., but this one, along withMore >>
A traveling memorial honoring the heroes who lost their lives during the Vietnam War is now at Fort Gordon.More >>
Woman hospitalized, tractor trailer driver to be charged in Washington Rd. accident
Woman hospitalized, tractor trailer driver to be charged in Washington Rd. accident
Updated: Thursday, May 24 2012 11:35 AM EDT2012-05-24 15:35:02 GMT
According to Richmond County investigators a woman was taken to the hospital after an accident with a tractor trailer Thursday. Investigators said a tractor trailer backed into a silver PT Cruiser onMore >>
Investigators tell FOX54 the driver of the tractor trailer will be charged with improper movement on a roadway.More >>
SPECIAL REPORT: Guitarist doesn't let adversity stop him from making the music he loves
SPECIAL REPORT: Guitarist doesn't let adversity stop him from making the music he loves
Updated: Thursday, May 24 2012 9:59 AM EDT2012-05-24 13:59:10 GMT
"Sometimes, I'll just sit over there for hours and play," Riley Williams says, pointing to his couch as he tunes his guitar. "I won't even sing." He twists the knobs at the end of the guitar neck untilMore >>
"Sometimes, I'll just sit over there for hours and play," Riley Williams says, pointing to his couch as he tunes his guitar. "I won't even sing." He twists the knobs at the end of the guitar neck untilMore >>
Emergency crews participate in simulated plane crash drill
Emergency crews participate in simulated plane crash drill
Updated: Thursday, May 24 2012 7:09 AM EDT2012-05-24 11:09:33 GMT
The situation looks serious, dozens of injured victims laying in the field at Augusta Regional Airport. "We had the air crash happen, half of it crash at the airport, the other half went into the river,"More >>
Dozens of emergency crews participate in a simulated airplane crash drill at the Augusta Regional Airport. More >>
NRC meets with Waynesboro residents to discuss Vogtle construction inspection
NRC meets with Waynesboro residents to discuss Vogtle construction inspection
Updated: Thursday, May 24 2012 12:56 AM EDT2012-05-24 04:56:16 GMT
Waynesboro residents, as well as Plant Vogtle employees, were in attendance as officials from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission discussed the inspection process for Vogtle's Units Three and Four, currentlyMore >>
Waynesboro residents, as well as Plant Vogtle employees, were in attendance as officials from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission discussed the inspection process for Vogtle's Units Three and Four, currentlyMore >>
Georgia drivers buckle up for 'Click It or Ticket' campaign
Georgia drivers buckle up for 'Click It or Ticket' campaign
Updated: Wednesday, May 23 2012 6:58 PM EDT2012-05-23 22:58:50 GMT
Memorial Day is almost here and Georgia Highway Safety is preparing for the extra traffic. They're asking drivers to obey the laws of the road for their Click It or Ticket and 100 Days of Summer HeatMore >>
Memorial Day is almost here and Georgia Highway Safety is preparing for the extra traffic.More >>
GHSU nursing welcomes ASU classmates
GHSU nursing welcomes ASU classmates
Updated: Wednesday, May 23 2012 6:58 PM EDT2012-05-23 22:58:48 GMT
Augusta, GA (WFXG) - It's the first step toward consolidation of two Georgia universities. Nursing students from Augusta State are welcomed to Georgia Health Sciences University by their soon-to-be classmates. "It'sMore >>
It's the first step toward consolidation of two Georgia universities. Nursing students from Augusta State are welcomed to Georgia Health Sciences University by their soon-to-be classmates.More >>

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