Alexia Ridley
News Director and ReporterAlexia Ridley joined WUGA as Television and Radio News Anchor and Reporter in 2013. When WUGA TV concluded operations, she became the primary Reporter for WUGA Radio. Alexia came to Athens from Macon where she served as the News Director and show host for WGXA TV. She's a career journalist and Savannah native hailing from the University of Michigan. However, Alexia considers herself an honorary UGA DAWG!
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Athens-Clarke County Police say Desmontrez Mathis was arrested in Augusta Thursday in connection with the March 8th fatal shooting of a three-year old in Athens.
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Dozens of additional offenses will soon require cash bail in Georgia. Governor Brian Kemp signed legislation Wednesday which requires cash bail for 30 additional crimes.
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Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed a slew of legislative bills into law Tuesday afternoon.
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On May 21st, Athens-Clarke County residents will head to the polls. Several important races are on the ballot, including multiple commission seats. WUGA’s Alexia Ridley sat down with Rashe Malcolm, a local business owner and candidate for District 6 Commissioner.
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Today on Athens News Matters, candidates for Athens-Clarke County Commission in District 6 talk about housing, public safety, and more. We’ll hear from Stephanie Johnson and Rashe Malcolm.
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From sports to clubs to homework, high school students are busier than ever. New research from the University of Georgia suggests that these so-called “enrichment activities” may have a negative impact on student mental health. Dr. Carolina Caetano is an assistant professor of economics at the University ofGeorgia’s Terry College of Business and a co-author of the study. WUGA’s Alexia Ridley sat down to discuss her study’s findings earlier this week.
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Willie James Pye was executed last night — Planning Commission proposal could cause friction with ACC commissioners — state lawmakers pass union bill — Georgia Senators move ahead with vouchers — Sheriff's Office to hold self-defense classes
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A recent report shows Georgia is among the highest performing states in the nation when it comes to emergency readiness.
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The Clarke County Sheriff’s Office is offering a pair of Women’s Safety Workshops at its Training Center.
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A vigil is planned in Athens to oppose a scheduled execution of a Georgia inmate.