Today’s news
Macon Man Sentenced for Shooting Partner, Lying to Police
Hiakeem Dillard received 10 years in prison for aggravated assault, firearm possession, and failure to register as a sex offender.

Two More Suspects Charged in Fatal Macon Shooting
A 15-year-old and 26-year-old arrested in connection to January killing of 19-year-old Dantwan Wynes
Macon House Fire Kills Two Brothers
Neighbor recounts waking to massive blaze that claimed lives of 20-year-old and 14-year-old
Recent news
Feb. 26, 2026
Macon Neighbors Rarely Saw Family Before Deadly Incident
Crime scene cleaner unable to contact relatives or property owner after alleged murder-suicide
Feb. 26, 2026
Woman Dies After Being Struck Near Pio Nono-Montpelier Intersection in Macon
Authorities identify victim as 36-year-old Teairka Brown
Feb. 24, 2026
Dozens Gather for Peace March in Macon After Deadly Weekend Shootings
Community members marched through Unionville neighborhood after 8 shootings left 4 dead, 9 injured
Feb. 24, 2026
Two Injured in West Macon Shooting
A 19-year-old woman is in critical condition after the incident at Green Meadows Townhomes.
Feb. 23, 2026
Two Dead After Crash on I-75 South in Macon
Coroner confirms woman and child killed in accident near Sardis Church Road
Feb. 22, 2026
Five Macon shootings in 24 hours leave four dead, five injured
Authorities investigating string of violent incidents across the city
Feb. 22, 2026
Four Macon Shootings in Nine Hours Leave Four Dead, Four Injured
Authorities investigating whether the incidents are connected as community mourns tragic loss of life.
Feb. 22, 2026
Fort Valley Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Deadly Shooting
Jaqwan Johnson pleaded guilty to killing Anahury Melendez during a 'senseless confrontation'.
Feb. 22, 2026
Multiple People Shot in Macon-Bibb County
Authorities investigating overnight incident that left 3 injured, including a child
Feb. 22, 2026
35-Year-Old Man Killed in Macon Shooting
Authorities investigate fatal incident on Florence Avenue
Feb. 20, 2026
Authorities Searching for Third Suspect in Valentine's Day Armed Robbery
Security camera footage shows possible third suspect in aggravated assault and armed robbery incident.
Feb. 19, 2026
Macon-Bibb County Sues Autumn Trace Apartments Over 'Deplorable Conditions'
Lawsuit alleges frequent shootings, drug activity, and other safety issues at low-income housing complex
Feb. 12, 2026
Macon Man Avoids Prison Time in Domestic Violence Shooting Plea Deal
Darius McKenzie pleaded guilty to shooting at his ex-girlfriend and her daughter, but received a suspended sentence.
Feb. 10, 2026
28-Year-Old Woman Killed, 2-Year-Old Daughter Shot in East Macon Shooting
Authorities say the woman was pronounced dead at the hospital, while her young daughter remains in stable condition.
Feb. 9, 2026
Federal Judges Allow Lawsuit Over Abuse at Robins AFB Daycare to Move Ahead
Reversal of lower court's decision allows families to sue U.S. government for failing to protect children.