AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A raccoon has tested positive for rabies in Augusta, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health. According to the department, a rabid raccoon was involved in an incident with the dog of a Richmond County resident. The department says the incident occurred on Jan. 15, around Belair Road and Wrightsboro Road.

The Columbia County Board of Education holds its first hearing Monday on the homestead exemption law that could impact your property taxes.

Georgia, the Peach State, is a blend of Southern charm, rich history and modern growth. The largest cities in Georgia range from bustling metropolises to charming towns that have grown into thriving urban centers.

Augusta County Schools are considering panic buttons similar to those used by staff during Apalachee High School shooting in Georgia.

Will the Augusta-area school systems and colleges stay closed Wednesday due to the winter storm? Here's the latest info and stay tuned for updates.

Snow fell all over the Augusta area along with many other parts of Georgia on Tuesday. How much? How does this compare to the Jan. 10 winter storm?

Will the Augusta-area school systems and colleges finally reopen Friday after the winter storm? Here's the latest info and stay tuned for updates.

Will the Augusta-area school systems and colleges close due to the next incoming winter storm? Here's the latest info and stay tuned for updates.

With another winter storm coming, some airlines are offering waivers and free flight changes for travel in and out of Georgia. Here's what we know.

On Friday, the Augusta-Richmond Chapter of the NAACP celebrated their 51st MLK Freedom Fund Banquet at Good Shepherd Baptist Church. Elected Officials and Community

As snow fall and icy conditions gripped much of Georgia, the Department of Transportation working overnight to treat roads in Atlanta, and Central, Southern and coastal parts of the state.

Travel alert:Airlines offering waivers in, out of Georgia ahead of winter storm This is the second winter storm to hit Augusta and many other areas of Georgia. The first came on Jan. 10 with ...