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Eleven people are behind bars after a months-long investigation that started with monitored jail calls led to one of the biggest drug busts in recent Bibb County history.

Crime

Major Drug Ring Busted in Macon After Jail Phone Investigation

by B.T. ClarkJune 13, 2025

A 16-year-old has been charged with murder in the shooting death of 22-year-old Marcus Cunningham Jr. at Autumn Trace Apartments.

Crime

16-Year-Old Arrested in Murder of 22-Year-Old in Macon

by B.T. ClarkJune 12, 2025June 12, 2025

A soldier in uniform holds envelopes emotionally in front of an American flag background.

Female Veterans Deserve Better: This Georgia Shelter Is Stepping Up

by B.T. ClarkJune 5, 2025June 5, 2025

A 22-year-old man died after a fight involving multiple inmates at the Bibb County jail left five people injured, according to investigators.

Crime

Inmate Dies After Fight At Bibb County Jail Injures Five

by B.T. ClarkJune 4, 2025

A Bibb County widow has filed a lawsuit against multiple Macon healthcare facilities, claiming negligent care led to her husband's death from cardiovascular disease in June 2023.

Widow Sues Macon Healthcare Facilities After Husband’s Death

by B.T. ClarkJune 4, 2025June 4, 2025

After more than a century of trying, Georgia may soon get its first national park, as the state's congressional delegation puts aside partisan differences to upgrade the status of ancient mounds in Macon.

The Latest on Georgia’s Bid For its First National Park

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatMay 30, 2025May 30, 2025

Authorities have identified 7-year-old Tristan Cornelius as the child who died in Friday's drowning incident at Lake Tobesofkee, while one of the two other children involved has been released from medical care.

7-Year-Old Tristan Cornelius Identified as Victim in Lake Tobesofkee Drowning

by B.T. ClarkMay 28, 2025

Two Macon men were arrested Tuesday after allegedly breaking into the Jones County Animal Shelter to rescue their dog that was scheduled to be euthanized.

Crime

Former Owners Arrested After Breaking Into Shelter To Save Their Dog

by B.T. ClarkMay 25, 2025May 25, 2025

A 62-year-old man died from a gunshot wound early Saturday morning in the 800 block of Key Street, according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office.

Crime

Memorial Day Weekend Shooting in Macon Leaves 62-Year-Old Man Dead

by B.T. ClarkMay 24, 2025

The drowning happened at 2:38 p.m. at the Michael Dewayne Jones Public Fishing Area when three children — ages 7, 8 and 10 — suddenly went under the water. Deputies and fire department members entered the water and pulled out the 8-year-old and 10-year-old, who were rushed to a medical facility for treatment.

7-Year-Old Drowns in Lake Tobesofkee

by B.T. ClarkMay 23, 2025

A Wilkinson County Middle School teacher faces serious charges after allegedly threatening a child with scissors in a classroom incident.

Georgia Teacher Arrested and Accused of Holding Scissors To Student’s Throat

by B.T. ClarkMay 14, 2025May 14, 2025

A late-night shooting at Freedom Park in Macon left a man dead, and investigators are now searching for answers.

Crime

Death Investigation Underway After Man Found Shot at Freedom Park

by B.T. ClarkMay 13, 2025

A five-vehicle crash brought traffic to a standstill on I-475 northbound near the rest stop in Bibb County on Thursday afternoon. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office reported that the crash happened around 4:50 p.m. and involved four commercial vehicles and one passenger vehicle.

Traffic & Transportation

Five-Vehicle Crash Slows Traffic On I-475 In Bibb County

by B.T. ClarkMay 12, 2025

A pedestrian died Sunday morning after being struck by a vehicle on I-75 in Bibb County. The fatal collision occurred just before 6:00 a.m. near the Pio Nono Avenue on-ramp. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, a 34-year-old man driving a 2008 Honda Accord northbound on I-75 hit the pedestrian who was walking in the travel lane. The driver reportedly did not see the person walking on the interstate.

Traffic & Transportation

Pedestrian Killed in Early Morning Crash on I-75 in Macon

by B.T. ClarkMay 11, 2025

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is still searching for 38-year-old Heather Marie Thompson, who disappeared September 26 from the Cordele Avenue and Riggins Mill Road area of Macon.

Search Underway For Missing Macon Woman Last Seen In September

by B.T. ClarkMay 9, 2025

A traffic stop on Rocky Creek Road in Bibb County turned dangerous when a driver sped away and threw a stolen gun out the window and damaging a parked car.

Crime

Stolen Gun Thrown During Police Chase Damages Parked Car in Bibb County

by B.T. ClarkMay 4, 2025

Mouth-watering Mexican tacos served with rice and beans, garnished with cilantro and lime.

Food

New Mexican Grill Spices Up Perry Shopping Center

by News DeskMay 2, 2025May 2, 2025