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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Democratic leaders poised to oppose Trump impeachment: ‘A distraction’

11 hours ago | wjbf.com | Mike Lillis

House Democratic leaders will oppose an effort by a fellow Democrat to impeach President Trump when the resolution hits the floor Wednesday afternoon. Rep. Pete Aguilar (Calif.), the chair of the Democratic Caucus, said the impeachment push by Rep. Shri Thanedar (D-Mich.) is not only futile, but it poses “a distraction” from the Democrats’ efforts to sink Trump’s domestic agenda, which is moving through the House this month.
Inflation speeds up in April as economy braces for Trump tariffs

1 day ago | wjbf.com | Sylvan Lane

(The Hill) — Inflation picked up speed in April after declining in March, according to data released Tuesday by the Labor Department. The consumer price index (CPI) rose 0.2 percent last month and is up 2.3 percent over the past year, according to the Labor Department. The annual inflation rate without volatile food or energy prices was 2.8 percent. Prices fell 0.1 percent in March, though the annual inflation rate was slightly higher at 2.4 percent.
MLB reinstates Pete Rose and ‘Shoeless’ Joe Jackson, now eligible for the Hall of Fame

1 day ago | wjbf.com | Jeremy Tanner

(NEXSTAR) – Major League Baseball decided Tuesday to reinstate both Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson, making them both eligible for the Hall of Fame. The about-face comes decades after Rose, who holds the record for most hits, was banned from the game after an investigation found evidence that he had been betting while managing the Cincinnati Reds.
Hawley grills insurance executives about cutting disaster payouts

1 day ago | wjbf.com | Alexander Bolton

Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), the chair of the Senate Homeland Security subcommittee that oversees disaster management, vented his frustration Tuesday at a hearing where he grilled the executives of two major insurance companies about cutting hurricane- and other disaster-related payments.
Audit approved for Augusta Housing Department as city leaders call for more

1 day ago | wjbf.com | George Eskola

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The finances of the Housing and Development Department will be under the microscope, a process auditors say could take up to six months. “We got to be good stewards of the taxpayer’s dollar and we’re going to follow the process to make sure there’s no wrongdoing,” said Mayor Pro-Tem Wayne Guilfoyle. The audit will look at nine different grant programs in the department, to review compliance.
Galen Growth Launches 2025 Consumer HealthTech Report, Unveiling Key Investment and Ecosystem Trends

1 day ago | wjbf.com

Consumer HealthTech: A Paradigm Shift in Healthcare Galen Growth Redefining Digital Health Intelligence Consumer HealthTech: A Paradigm Shift in Healthcare by region New Galen Growth report reveals $4.5B investment surge in Consumer HealthTech, with Mental Health and Wellness leading the way. Consumer HealthTech is empowering individuals with tools that were traditionally confined to clinical settings, redefining healthcare accessibility and personalization.”— Julien de ...
Audit for Augusta Housing and Development Department goes to commission

2 days ago | wjbf.com | George Eskola

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – It’s an office without a director, and now city leaders are preparing to look into the finances at Housing and Community Development. “Oh, definitely. There is a sense of urgency here we want to make sure we can go ahead and clear everything up and get back to work,” said Augusta City Administrator Tameka Allen. Director Hawthorne Welcher is not at work.
Soggy start to Monday…Flooding issues increasing

2 days ago | wjbf.com | John Lynn

As of 6am Monday: We are off to another cloudy and rainy start with temps in the low 60s. Get ready for more rain and a few strong to severe storms today as low pressure continues to bring in moisture from the Gulf. Flash flooding could be an issue today with additional rain totals from 1” to 3” possible across areas that have already seen 1”- 5” over the last couple of days. Gusty winds could also an issue in some of these strong to severe storms, and an isolated tornado can’t be ruled out.
Trees from storm block roads in Langley, SC area

2 days ago | wjbf.com | Ellison Hubbard |Barclay Bishop |Mary Morrison

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Winthrop Estate Offered in DC Area’s Most Valuable Real Estate Market — Redefines Luxury and Holds International Appeal

2 days ago | wjbf.com

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