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Beating victim's mother says accusations of son involved in a gang is untrue

The fight for justice continues for Terence Reese, a 16-year-old beaten while walking his friend home from school. Terence's mother Taanja Reese said she was shocked when a defense attorney accused her son, the victim, of also being in a gang.

Published: Sun, 21 Mar 2010 05:40:47 GMT

Fort Discovery showcases youth musical talent

Some of the most talented kids in our area took to the stage Saturday. It's all part of Fort Discovery's Youth sonic showcase-- giving some local talent a chance to shine.

Published: Sun, 21 Mar 2010 05:07:54 GMT

Horse accidents at Steeplechase send one to hospital

One jockey was sent to the hospital after being thrown from a horse during Steeplechase in Aiken.

Published: Sun, 21 Mar 2010 05:13:29 GMT

Fans pack local sports bars to cheer on March Madness

The road to the final four is well underway and News 12 caught up with some sports fans with their brackets looking to have a good time.

Published: Sat, 20 Mar 2010 19:09:34 GMT

Engineers, employees prepare to brave Masters traffic

Masters week is less than three weeks away, but with the big crowds come big traffic headaches, and Richmond County traffic engineers are already getting prepared.

Published: Fri, 19 Mar 2010 23:22:17 GMT

Local doctors head to Chile on medical mission

A medical mission group from First Baptist Church of Augusta is headed to Chile, three weeks after an earthquake devastated parts of the country.

Published: Fri, 19 Mar 2010 23:14:52 GMT

On Your Side: Dozens of HUD Homes available in CSRA

And for teachers, law enforcement officers, firefighters, and EMTs -- more help is available. The Good Neighbor Program allows them to qualify for 50 percent off the price of the home.

Published: Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:19:07 GMT

UPDATE: Man found naked, shot in the back

Richmond County dispatch tells News 12 they got a call about about a naked man running around Central Avenue near Merry Street around 6 am. When investigators got to the area, they realized the man had been shot.

Published: Fri, 19 Mar 2010 22:59:06 GMT

Two men wanted for shooting two brothers

Investigators are looking for two Augusta men in connection with a shooting at the Waffle House in Aiken on March 15th.

Published: Fri, 19 Mar 2010 18:49:01 GMT

Police say man in Crosland Park accidentally shot himself

Officers tell News 12 that they are planning on charging a shooting victim for giving false information.

Published: Fri, 19 Mar 2010 23:01:13 GMT