One-sentence summaries of crime and public-safety reporting from local CSRA outlets. Each entry links to the originating publication.
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Augusta PressJun 13Booking record
An 18-year-old Augusta man was accused in a weekend vehicle break-in spree across Richmond County that stole cash, electronics and a firearm.

Augusta PressJun 13
The Augusta Press took home 13 awards in the 2026 Georgia Press Association Better Newspaper contest, including sweeping three categories in their division. “Publisher Joe Edge and I couldn’t be prouder of our staff and all these awards they have won. Their accomplishments are b…

Augusta PressJun 11
A former Augusta teacher’s move into a Columbia County children’s library job drew scrutiny after court filings and investigative records accused her of grooming students.

WJBFJun 10
A mother was arrested for allegedly obstructing police at a Hiltonia block party in Screven County.

WRDWJun 9
A Richmond County prisoner escaped from the Augusta Transitional Center on Taylor Street, prompting a manhunt.

WRDWJun 8Booking record
A woman was arrested in Columbia County after being accused of using other people’s nursing licenses to work.