WJBF-TV (Augusta, GA)

WJBF NewsChannel 6 began its journey in 1953 as an ABC affiliate located in Augusta, Georgia. The station is part of Nexstar Media Group, Inc. Over the years, WJBF-TV has received the notable "Station of the Year" title from the Georgia Association of Broadcasters multiple times—in 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, and 2003. This award highlights the station's commitment to high-quality broadcasting and community service. Additionally, WJBF.com was honored with the "Best Georgia Website – Division II" award by the Georgia Association of Broadcasters in 2014, recognizing its excellence in delivering digital news and serving the community.

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7am Tropical Update for Friday, June 6, 2025

1 day ago | wjbf.com | John Lynn

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Friday Forecast brings back heat and humidity

1 day ago | wjbf.com | John Lynn

Friday Forecast: Few clouds around this morning with temps in the upper 60s to low 70s. Heat and humidity will be on the rise over the next few days. Highs Today will reach the average high of 90 with the heat index around 96 to 99. Just an isolated shower and storm later this afternoon. The weekend will also be hot and muggy with an increased chance for rain each afternoon. Highs Saturday will reach 92 with a heat index of 98 to 100. Sunday highs will reach the upper 80s with heat indices around 95.
EMS suspects deceased 16-month-old ingested methadone, other drugs

1 day ago | wjbf.com | Mike Lepp

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – An incident report is shedding possible new light on the death of a 16-month-old earlier this week. The report, released Thursday afternoon, states that EMS workers told deputies they suspected the child, identified as Trae’son Dunn, ingested methadone and another substance. Methadone is used to treat people who have an opioid addiction. A second child was taken to the hospital to be evaluated and see whether that child consumed drugs.
Augusta’s Damien Sneed returns for a special hometown show

1 day ago | wjbf.com | Mary Morrison

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40th Red Shoe Golf Classic benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities of Augusta

2 days ago | wjbf.com | Mike Lepp

(WJBF) – The families of pediatric patients at Children’s Hospital of Georgia being supported Monday in a round of golf. This is the 40th year for the Red Shoe Golf Classic. The fundraiser benefits the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Augusta. The organization provides housing and meals for families when their child is being treated at the Children’s Hospital of Georgia.
7am Tropical Update for Thursday, June 5, 2025

2 days ago | wjbf.com | Storm Wolf |John Lynn

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Soggy setup for Thursday and the next several days ahead

2 days ago | wjbf.com | John Lynn

Posted: Jun 5, 2025 / 06:20 AM EDT Updated: Jun 5, 2025 / 06:20 AM EDT Thursday Forecast: Mostly cloudy with afternoon showers and storms with highs in the low 80s. Friday will see the return of the heat and humidity with highs returning to 90 and the heat index will be around 98-100. Rain chances increase during the weekend with highs in the upper 80s and low 90s.
How to participate in Georgia’s 2025 Turkey Poult Survey, why it matters

2 days ago | wjbf.com | Natasha Young

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — If you see a wild turkey in the next three months, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks that you log it with their survey. The Turkey Poult Survey helps the DNR Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) is an important survey that helps track statewide and regional turkey reproduction. Officials said you don’t have to make any special efforts to locate turkeys, just let them know if you see one during everyday activities.
Navy to rename ship named after Harvey Milk

2 days ago | wjbf.com | Maddie Biertempfel

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Coastal Low brings wind and rain to the CSRA for Wednesday

2 days ago | wjbf.com | Storm ZleepTry NowUndo |John Lynn

Wednesday Forecast: We begin Wednesday morning with a partly cloudy sky and temps in the low to mid 60s. Clouds begin increasing and rain chances increase as a coastal low begins developing off the Ga/ SC coast during the day. Highs will be way below average near 80 and winds will be East at 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20. The rain chances will continue into Thursday as the system tracks northeast. Rainfall totals will range from half an inch to 2 inches.