'It's been a good run' | Macon clothes store closing after 70 years in business
Kaybee of downtown Macon is shutting its doors one final time after serving the community for decades.
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Judge sets summer 2028 trial for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk
The man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk will stand trial in the summer of 2028, a Utah judge ruled Monday.
Sports legends to mythical creatures: Here's a look at new USPS stamp designs for 2027
The U.S. Postal Service on Monday revealed some of its stamp designs being released in 2027.
66-year-old man, 68-year-old woman hospitalized after East Macon pedestrian accident, sheriff's office says
Two people – a 66-year-old man and a 68-year-old woman – were hospitalized after a car hit them in East Macon on Monday evening.
'I don't like them' | AI data center backlash fueled election votes as Bottoms plans project pause
Residents in Jones and Twiggs counties say data center development influenced their votes as Georgia's governor-elect plans a temporary halt on new projects.
Perry police credit drones, license plate readers in drug trafficking and RICO investigation | What we know
Perry police, using drones and license plate reader cameras, have charged 12 individuals in connection with an alleged drug trafficking network.
Idaho widow says late husband's story of pancreatic cancer saved the man she loved next
An Idaho widow spent years sharing her late husband’s pancreatic cancer story. She believes it’s why the man she loves now survived the same disease.
Supreme Court clears the way for border wall construction in Big Bend region of Texas to resume
The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to resume border wall construction in Texas's Big Bend region.
FBI is investigating a possible killing aboard a cruise ship out of Texas
The FBI is investigating a “suspected homicide” aboard a cruise ship that returned to port after departing from Galveston, Texas.
Ohio State fraternity placed on interim suspension after video surfaces of people being set on fire
A fraternity at The Ohio State University was placed on interim suspension after a weekend incident officials described as "extremely concerning."
Judge denies Lindsay Clancy's motion to dismiss charges in the deaths of her 3 kids
A judge denied a motion by Lindsay Clancy's defense team to dismiss charges against her in the deaths of her three children.
Daily Dose: One shot targets two cholesterol problems, a surprising heart disease drug trial result and no-shave November tips
Here are today's health headlines: A drug targets two cholesterol problems, a surprising heart disease medication trial and no-shave November tips.
Central Georgia middle school placed on 'false lockdown' after fight on campus, sheriff says
Sheriff Howard Sills said the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office and the Eatonton Police Department received an alert from Putnam County Middle School on Monday.
GLP-1 drugs to include new warning about rare eye condition causing sudden blindness, FDA says
The FDA is ordering drugmakers to add a new warning labels on GLP-1 injectables and pills linked to a rare eye condition that can cause sudden blindness.
59 years ago, Apollo 4 was the first launch from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center
On Nov. 9, 1967, NASA took a step toward President Kennedy's goal of landing on the Moon.
Massachusetts community gives 4-year-old girl Halloween do-over after hospital stay
Massachusetts neighbors organized a Halloween do-over for a 4-year-old girl after a hospital stay kept her from trick-or-treating on Oct. 31.
'My heart aches' | Educator who was in the classroom during the deadly Bend, Oregon school shooting releases statement
Miah Hergert, who was in the classroom during the Oct. 15 Oregon school shooting that killed four people, shared a message of gratitude on Sunday.
29-year-old arrested after masked man robs bank in East Macon on Monday, sheriff's office says
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a robbery at Huntington Bank on Shurling Drive after a masked individual demanded money from the teller.
GOP Rep. Thomas Massie files resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky filed a resolution in the House to force a vote to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
DC Studios shakeup: James Gunn, Peter Safran out following Skydance merger
Skydance Motion Picture Group announced Monday that James Gunn and Peter Safran are stepping down as co-chief executives after four years leading DC Studios.
Supreme Court weighs whether federal law enforcement can be liable for constitutional violations
The Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments in a case over whether people can sue federal officials for violating constitutional rights and seek damages.
National Park Service offering free admission for Veterans Day
The National Park Service is offering free admission to all visitors to its 64 national parks on Wednesday, Nov. 11 for Veterans Day.
Democratic flip for Georgia House of Representatives in play as overnight results stand
Many races in the 180-seat Georgia House do not have an official call at this point, leaving things in flux.
Fireball streaks across skies over North Carolina and Tennessee at 47,000 mph, NASA says
A small asteroid fragment streaked across the sky over North Carolina and Tennessee at 47,000 mph before breaking apart, NASA says.
Ole Miss investigating video of group making racial gestures toward Black students
The University of Mississippi said it is looking into a video of a group of students making racial gestures toward Black students.
LIST: These 16 Central Georgia shelters receive $75,700 in spay and neuter grants from state
Sixteen Central Georgia organizations will receive $75,700 in state grants to fund spay and neuter services and help reduce pet overpopulation.
'Always wanted to help people' | Woman who died in north Georgia flooding was former Cobb County deputy, first female on SWAT team
Julie Barrs was identified by her brother as the victim who lost her life in last week's extreme flooding in north Georgia.
Atlanta man turns himself in after FBI search tied to massive Macon, metro Atlanta gun heists
The release says that the arrest of Samuel Harris, 41, marks the final arrest in "Operation Reflection."
Starbucks launches Bearista cup blind boxes this week. Here's how to get one.
Starbucks is launching a line of holiday collectable cups this week, but you won't know which you get until opening the box.
Washington state representative becomes first openly transgender Black woman elected to state legislature in US
Jaelynn Scott makes history as the first openly Black transgender candidate elected to a U.S. state legislature.
College Football Playoff expanding to 24 teams in $1.7 billion ESPN deal
The College Football Playoff will expand to 24 teams in 2027 under a $1.7 billion deal with ESPN, eliminating Power 4 conference championship games.
DONATE: How to support 13WMAZ's Stuff the Truck 2026, fighting Central Georgia food insecurity
Join the effort to combat food insecurity as 13WMAZ partners with the Middle Georgia Community Food Bank for 2026 Stuff the Truck.
What's open and closed on Veterans Day?
The federal holiday honoring Americans who have served in the armed forces is observed on Nov. 11.
FAA plans to replace floppy disks used at more than 400 air traffic control facilities by 2028
The FAA plans to phase out floppy disks used to share critical information at more than 400 air traffic control facilities by the end of 2028.
Gov.-Elect Keisha speaks at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta; mentions visiting great-great-grandmother's grave
Bottoms is the first Black woman in United States history to be elected governor of a state. She is expected to be sworn in on Monday, January 11.
Thanksgiving meal deals | Here's the cost and what you get from different stores
Retailers are unveiling Thanksgiving meal deals that combine convenience and savings, with options from Costco, Amazon, Aldi, Target, Walmart and more.
Veterans Day 2026: Here's where to find free meals and deals at dozens of restaurants
For Veterans Day on Wednesday, there are deals and freebies for veterans and active-duty military at many restaurants around the U.S. Here's some of the offers.
Fast-food restaurants celebrate National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day with freebies and deals
Monday is National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day, and several major fast-food chains are celebrating with free or discounted food.
Macy's unveils new character balloons for 100th Thanksgiving Day Parade, including Bluey and Hello Kitty
Macy's is adding several characters to its 100th Thanksgiving Day Parade on Nov. 26 in New York City.
List: Veterans Day 2026 events happening in Central Georgia
Local communities will be hosting luncheons, parades and other events to honor those who served the country.
Trinabell's Diner closes in Jones County after over a year in business
Trinabell's Diner in Jones County has closed after over a year of serving home-style meals. Owner Trina Hathaway reflects on fulfilling her dream despite its end.
Oscar winner Jessica Chastain, co-stars preview Netflix country music thriller 'Heartland'
Jessica Chastain, writer-director Shana Feste and the supporting cast preview "Heartland," a thriller film on Netflix revolving around country music.
'Some days are better than others': Joe Biden scales back memoir tour as he continues cancer treatment
Former President Joe Biden says cancer treatment will limit his appearances for his upcoming memoir, "Promise Me, America."
US will lead Ukraine-Russia peace talks this week
The talks scheduled to begin Tuesday between Ukraine and Russia could be a step toward ending the war as it nears the five-year mark.
Fort Valley Middle School mourns after teacher dies over the weekend, school says
The district says counselors will be deployed to the campus Monday to support students and staff.
Over 60 Georgia colleges waive application fees for month of November, offering savings for aspiring students
Over 60 Georgia colleges are waiving application fees until Nov. 30, helping families save on costs while tutors stress the importance of good test scores
Russell Brand sentenced to 10.5 years in prison for rape and sexual assaults
Actor and comedian Russell Brand has been sentenced to more than 10 years in a British prison for rape and sexual assaults.
Trump says FBI is looking at Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's affair with Chinese agent
China denied involvement in an alleged spy plot involving the head of one of the largest tech companies in the world.
Colorado RV park owner vows to rebuild after devastating floods, inspired by untouched meadow
Daryl Sprague, owner of an RV Park in Colorado, vowed to rebuild his flood-ravaged park, drawing hope from an untouched meadow he calls Stage 3:16.
Butterball giving away 'buddies' to help with Thanksgiving communication
Butterball, the largest turkey seller in the United States, is giving away retro-style, turkey shaped pagers to help guests support hosts this Thanksgiving.
President Trump says he was just kidding about making UFC's Dana White his press secretary
President Donald Trump said Sunday he was only kidding about making UFC boss Dana White the next White House press secretary.
Salon family rebuilds after Forest Hill Plaza fire with community support: 'Three days later, we had a new shop'
E.C. Hair and Company’s stylists are painting, unpacking and welcoming clients back at a new Macon location.
Deportation flight of Iranians from US canceled at last minute, attorney says
A U.S. deportation flight of Iranian nationals bound for Iran by way of Pakistan was abruptly canceled Sunday morning, according to an attorney.
Family says DeKalb County's 911 automated system repeatedly hung up on them for an hour during medical emergency
A family says repeated calls to DeKalb County 911 went unanswered during an emergency, forcing them to contact dispatchers in another county.
Kimia the bonobo gives birth to Jacksonville Zoo's newest member
The Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens announced Wednesday the birth of Kimia the Bonobo's baby. This is the zoo's first bonobo birth in more than 10 years.
7-year-old boy breaks world record at Nashville Half Marathon
Tom Black completed the Nashville Half Marathon in 1 hour and 39 minutes, the fastest time of any 7-year-old.
Illinois crossing guard retires after 54 years of keeping generations of students safe
For 54 years, Mary Schoeve has stood at the corner of 7th Street and 16th Avenue in Moline, helping generations of children safely make their way to school.
Nvidia opens investigation into CEO's affair, foreign intelligence concerns
Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang apologized for an affair with a woman identified by the U.S. government as a Chinese spy, reports said Sunday.
1 person killed, 20 other bicyclists injured in North Carolina crash
A driver hit several people riding their bicycles Saturday near Raleigh. Investigators say the driver was impaired at the time of the crash.
Dispute between rideshare driver and passenger leads to gunfire
Police say the incident occurred a little before 7 pm on Saturday evening
Giant pandas make public debut at Zoo Atlanta’s renovated habitat
Ping Ping and Fu Shuang greet visitors as $6 million Arthur M. Blank Panda Grove opens.
Gov. Kemp appoints new superior court judge to handle cases in Washington, Toombs, Emanuel and Candler Counties
The appointment comes after the Georgia General Assembly created a new judicial position for the Middle Judicial Circuit.
Fans say Chris Brown and Usher’s first Atlanta concert left them feeling shortchanged
Fans who attended the second night of the Atlanta run have shared more positive reactions online, with some describing it as a much better experience overall.
Bibb County deputies seize 10 guns, marijuana and ecstasy during five search warrants: release
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says five arrests and 10 firearms seized during a drug and weapons operation targeting four homes in Macon.
Police make arrest in a deadly shooting at Winston-Salem State during homecoming weekend
Police have arrested a man in a shooting at Winston-Salem State University in North Carolina that left a 19-year-old man dead and a 22-year-old woman injured.
Man, 35, arrested for leaving contraband-filled backpack inside Bibb County Jail fences: BSO
The backpack was filled with contraband, including tobacco devices, rolling papers and chargers. Now, the sheriff's office has arrested a man in the case.
1 shot in Macon Thursday afternoon, sheriff's office says
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says the shooting left a juvenile injured.
Roberta dedicates veterans monument ahead of Veterans Day
Roberta dedicates a new veterans monument ahead of Veterans Day, honoring those who served and inspiring future generations to serve their country.
Fishermen rescue cruise ship employee found treading water nearly 20 miles off California coast
Two fishermen rescued a Royal Caribbean cruise ship pianist who may have spent 10 hours in the Pacific Ocean after going overboard off Southern California.
Big Pig Jig celebrates 45 years of barbecue competition and community in Vienna
The 45th annual Big Pig Jig brought 105 barbecue teams to Vienna for a weekend of competition, food and community following a difficult month for the region.
Texas woman celebrates 102nd birthday with community parade
Family and friends honored Ida Mae Ford's 102nd birthday with a heartfelt parade in Tyler, celebrating her as the family's matriarch and a lifelong pillar of faith.
The world's largest indoor wooden roller coaster is opening in 2027
Kentucky Kingdom is opening Midnight Showdown, a horse racing-themed indoor wooden roller coaster, as part of a major park expansion in spring 2027.
Gourmia recalls air fryers nationwide after dozens of reported burns
Gourmia recalled an estimated 175,951 of their air fryer ovens after getting dozens of customers reporting burns when using the product.
Bose recalls 634K speaker battery packs after reports of fire, smoking
Bose recalled more than 634,000 lithium-ion battery packs for their portable Bluetooth speaker systems after getting reports of melting, smoking and catching fire.
12 arrested in Perry-led drug trafficking investigation spanning Houston and Peach counties: release
Twelve people have been arrested following a three-month investigation into an alleged cocaine and marijuana trafficking network spanning Houston and Peach counties.
President Trump says he's asked UFC's Dana White to be his press secretary
President Donald Trump says he's offered the job of White House press secretary to his friend and UFC boss Dana White.
Want to fly to the moon? NASA is looking for new astronauts to help grow its Artemis program
NASA is recruiting a new class of astronauts to help expand its Artemis program and prepare for a permanent human presence on the moon.
Michael Sanft, defense attorney for 'Keffe D' in Tupac Shakur murder trial, dies at 55
Michael Sanft, the Las Vegas attorney who represented Duane “Keffe D” Davis in his conviction for the 1996 killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, has died at 55.
Storms, snow and early-season frost possible across parts of the US, NOAA outlook says
The National Weather Service’s Week-2 Hazards Outlook flags potential heavy rain, mountain snow and strong winds in the West.
2 skydivers die after colliding near landing during jump in Southern California
Two experienced skydivers died after colliding shortly before landing during a jump over Lake Elsinore, California, officials said.
FDA classifies Lidl gelato recall as most serious category over listeria risk
Lidl is recalling a batch of Gelatelli Coffee & Vanilla Gelato after testing found possible listeria contamination. No illnesses have been reported.
'Larry loved it' | Bibb leaders honor longtime firefighter by renaming Fire Prevention Building in his honor
Larry Smallwood served 44 years with the Macon-Bibb Fire Department. Now his name will live on at the county's Fire Prevention Building on 1st Street.
Did anyone win the Mega Millions $505M jackpot? Winning numbers for Friday, Nov. 6
Here are the winning numbers for Friday's $505 million Mega Millions jackpot.
New documentary will explore the terror plot behind canceled Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna
A new documentary will examine the culture behind the terror plot that led to the cancellation of three Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna, and how fans responded.
NASA's Artemis II rocket may have punched a hole in the atmosphere, here's how it could impact GPS signals
NASA's Artemis II rocket launch may have disrupted the ionosphere, causing GPS disturbances, researchers suggest. The true impact remains unclear.
Adam Driver reveals whether he'll be in the 'Girls' revival
Almost a month after the "Girls" revival was announced, Adam Driver addressed whether he will reprise his character in the HBO show.
33-year-old man killed in Dublin shooting on Thursday, GBI says
The GBI says Dublin police officers responded to a house on West Moore Street around 9:00 p.m. on Thursday and found a man who had been shot.
Toilet rats? Oregon county officials send residents spiraling with comic recommending slippery solution
With winter weather approaching, it's a household surprise nobody wants. Here's what one county in Oregon says you should do if it happens.
Amtrak is changing its policy to allow unloaded guns aboard more trains
Amtrak is amending its policy to allow more passengers to bring unloaded firearms aboard some of its trains.
Desert icons collapse as southwestern US gets pummeled with rain and flooding
Two iconic rock formations that long attracted tourists and photographers to a remote part of New Mexico have collapsed after record rainfall.
BSO: Car overturns, power lines knocked down after East Macon crash on Friday
The sheriff's office says deputies responded to the intersection of Shurling Drive and Stratford Drive around 5:50 p.m. on Friday, and found a car accident
Peach County community comes together to remember sheriff's deputies killed 10 years ago
Sgt. Patrick Sondron and Dep. Daryl Smallwood were killed responding to neighbor dispute in November 2016. Friday, people gathered to remember them 10 years later.
'Humanitarian relief' | Houston County’s new emergency warehouse aims to help families after disasters
Houston County’s new emergency warehouse is complete. How the roughly $2 million project could help families when disaster hits.
'The Bachelor' is returning in 2027 after nearly 2 years off the air
ABC set a March 2027 premiere for “The Bachelor” Season 30, the franchise’s first season since early 2025 and its first since the scrapped “Bachelorette.”
Panda fans flock to Zoo Atlanta for the debut of Ping Ping and Fu Shuang
Pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang made their public debut at Zoo Atlanta for their adoring fans.
Cornell faculty vote ‘no confidence’ in university leadership after alleged fraternity gang rape
Cornell University's Faculty Senate approved a resolution declaring “no confidence” in the school's top leaders.
Houston County expands weapons screening | Here’s how it works at Northside
Northside High graduate Tyler Stout is back as a security guard, helping students adjust to the school’s new weapons screening routine.
McCaysville recovering after catastrophic floodwaters swept through community
One person died after he was swept away in floodwaters, Georgia emergency officials say.
Burger King begins countdown for one of its highly anticipated items for holiday season
Burger King began its countdown for one of its highly anticipated item for the holiday season.
Clear and cool tonight
Temperatures will continue to stay near average each morning and afternoon, with rain chances remaining hard to find.