May 25, 2013

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Churches Closed for Christmas

Christmas, it’s the day Christians around the world celebrate the birth of Christ. This year, it falls on a Sunday and some local pastors say they’re canceling services. News 12 is on your side with a look at the Christmas Day debate.

PTA Mom Accused of Stealing Money

The former PTA president at Glenn Hills Middle School remains in jail Wednesday night charged with theft by taking, a felony. It’s an investigation that spans back a year ago when money went missing from the association’s pot...

Neighbors React to Greenbrier Arraignment

Two Greenbrier students arrested on multiple sex charges are scheduled to head back to court on Wednesday. That’s where Reginald Rice and Shaddrick Harris will enter their pleas. News 12 talked to their neighbors about their feelings on the charges.

Run-Offs Nothing New To Augusta

Tuesday’s runoff is nothing new. This makes three Augusta mayoral races that have ended in a runoff. News 12 takes a look back to see if today’s race will follow the trend.

New Plan to Reduce Accidents

Accidents and congestion are moving into Columbia County along with a 1,500-acre development. And some worry things will get even worse when a new development moves in near Greenbrier High. News 12 is on your side with Columbia County’s plans to make the roads safer.

Last Minute Political Controversy

On Tuesday Augusta voters will choose between Deke Copenhaver and Willie Mays for mayor. Now, both candidates’ names are in the middle of what some are calling last minute dirty politics. News 12 is here to explain.

Sanford To Tighten Eminent Domain Laws

South Carolina’s governor was in Aiken on Monday promoting a plan he says will protect your property. It is a response to a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling on eminent domain. News 12 investigates Governor Sanford’s plan.

String of Recent Robberies

The Waffle House, Dollar General and Best Western have all been victims of armed robberies today. News 12 is on your side with a look at how police are tackling these dangerous holdups.

Salvation Army Looking for Donations

Last year the Salvation Army raised $200,000, and that’s just here in the CSRA. But so far, the nickels and dimes aren’t adding up like they should and the non-profit organization is digging for more donations.

Animal Services Investigating Starving Horses

Some folks in Hephzibah are worried a neighbor isn’t feeding his horses. In fact, they say the horses have gone ten days without food. The Department of Animal Services is on the case examining the health of these horses.

Weekend DUI Checkpoints

A road check at Flowing Wells and Wheeler Road sent twenty-four to jail over the weekend, one person for every officer out there. News 12 is on your side with how police hope these checks will cut down on drunk driving.

Phone Scam Here for the

A new scam is here just in time for the holidays. Some callers can trick your caller ID into thinking they are your bank or credit card company. And that could put crooks one step closer to getting your personal information.

Comcast Cable Rate Hike

If you’re a Comcast cable customer, your bill is going up. News 12 is on your side with how much you can expect to pay and what your options are.

Aiken Sunday Alcohol Sales End

Alcohol sales in Aiken stores dry up this Sunday. And that could mean cash stops flowing, too. News 12 talked with business owners to see if they think this will hurt their registers.

Voting Rally at Paine College

Only three days left until Augusta voters head to the polls to elect a new mayor. News 12 is on your side to show you how people at Paine College are rallying support to get students to vote.

Latest in North Augusta Manhunt

New information in a North Augusta murder investigation as police release pictures of the car stolen by the suspect during his spree. Earlier this week we found out what the killer looks like and now we are finding out the make a model of the car he stole.

Voter ID Bill Concerns

Whether she said it or not, the comments have energized African American voters in Augusta. Lots of people turned out at Antioch Baptist Church to express concerns about the voter ID bill and the comments attributed to State Representative Sue Burmeister.

Identity Theft Threatens Church

An Augusta church worries about identity theft. More than 150 donations from the offering plate are missing. News 12 is on your side with why thieves are after more than your money when they steal your checks.

Is A Tree By Any Other Name As Sweet?

What’s in a name? A lot when it comes to a Christmas tree. And while the debate on what to call it is lighting up in big cities like Washington D.C. and Boston, News 12 found a so-called holiday tree in Augusta.

Limited Heating Assistance Funds

The rise in natural gas prices has more people seeking help this year than before. And with 13 counties throughout the CSRA feeding from the same pot, that money will soon be gone. On Thursday, long lines competed against limited funds, all in order to have heat this winter.

Heating Assistance Help

Each year on December 1st, thousands of people line up at May Park to get help from the CSRA Energy Assistance Program. But this year, things will be different. Officials are telling people to stay home tomorrow because the program is out of money.

Catching the Killer from Above

There was no sign Wednesday of the man wanted in last week’s triple shooting in North Augusta. News 12 took a ride in the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division helicopter that was called to the scene last week.

Risky Business?

Tonight, we investigate “3161” funds, taxpayer money designed to create local jobs. In a News 12 Special Assignment, we found out some of your money is going to companies that may never pay it back.

Future of the Augusta Focus

Judge Bowen also came down hard on three of Walker’s businesses, finding them guilty of conspiracy and fraud. News 12 looks at the future of one of those businesses, the Augusta Focus weekly newspaper.

Smash & Grab Robbery Suspects Wanted

Richmond County investigators are looking for men who think they have committed a string of “smash and grab” robberies at two stores, Rubens off Broad Street and Sam’s Grocery off Old Savannah Road. News 12 explains what’s going on where you live.

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