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Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Macon News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Macon and Central Georgia. From local government and business developments to public safety, education, healthcare, community events, and everything happening across Bibb County and the surrounding region, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes each weekday. Whether you're a longtime resident, new to the area, or simply want to stay connected to one of Georgia’s most historic river cities…
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- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Your Data, Your Choice | Macon News
Google’s rolling out new cookie policies that let you choose how your data is used — accept all for a hyper-personalized web experience with tailored ads and…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Your Data Your Choice with Google | Macon News
Google’s rolling out new privacy controls that let you choose how your browsing data is used—opt in for personalized ads and content based on your history, or…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Google Lets You Control Your Data | Macon News
Google’s rolling out new privacy controls letting you choose between a personalized or non-personalized experience across its services. Pick “Accept All” to…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Bibb County Schools Pay Dispute | Macon News
Bibb County’s school district is under fire for its ballooning admin salaries as teachers earn just over $57K on average — sparking debate over whether funds…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Beets Are a Nutritional Powerhouse | Macon News
Beets are a nutritional powerhouse packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that boost brain health, blood flow, and athletic performance—plus, they’re…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Macon Stars Shine at All-Star Game | Macon News
Macon’s baseball stars shine at the Coastal Plain League All-Star Game, led by standout DH/infielder Stewart Puckett—already batting over .500 and named Player…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Free Water Safety Program for Kids in Macon | Macon News
A new free swimming program called Safety Around Water is launching in Macon this month to teach kids life-saving water safety skills after a heartbreaking…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Costco Boom Brings Traffic Nightmare | Macon News
North Macon’s new 158,000-square-foot Costco is set to bring massive traffic chaos—especially on already overloaded Bass Road and New Forsyth, where upgrades…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Sharone Wright’s Camp Builds More Than Basketball | Macon News
Former NBA player Sharone Wright is bringing his hometown of Macon, Georgia, to life with 478 Hoops — a basketball camp that’s more than just drills and dunks…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Across 17 States | Macon News
A Cyclosporiasis outbreak is spreading across 17 U.S. states, including Georgia, with over 140 cases and 20 hospitalizations reported. This parasite, often…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Ricketson Steps Down After 5 Years | Macon News
After five years of transforming Macon-Bibb County into a safer, cleaner place—tackling blight, tearing down nearly 900 dangerous buildings, and cracking down…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
YouTube's Cookie Changes Explained | Macon News
YouTube’s cookie policy is changing — and you now have a clear choice. Accept all, and they’ll use your data to personalize your feed, boost ads, and build new…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Twiggs County Road Crisis | Macon News
Drivers in Twiggs County, Georgia, are dodging deadly potholes on White Springs Church Road—deep enough to force swerves into oncoming traffic. County…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
YouTube's New Privacy Settings Explained | Macon News
YouTube’s rolling out new privacy settings that let you decide how your data is used—choose to let them track your activity for personalized content and ads…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
YouTube Privacy Update Explained | Macon News
YouTube’s privacy settings just got a major update — and you’ve got choices. Accept All, and they’ll use your data to personalize ads, build new features, and…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
YouTube’s New Data Control Updates | Macon News
YouTube’s rolling out major privacy updates giving you real control over your data—choose to let them personalize your feed with past activity or opt out for…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
YouTube's Cookie Changes Explained | Macon News
YouTube’s cookie policy is changing, giving you real control over your data. Cookies are still needed to keep the platform running, fix bugs, and prevent abuse…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Inmate Orchestrates China-to-Georgia Drug Ring | Macon News
Two inmates just got massive prison sentences for orchestrating a deadly drug ring smuggling fentanyl and synthetic drugs from China into Georgia—27 years for…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Man Indicted on 8 Charges in Macon Home Siege | Macon News
A Georgia man, 36, is facing eight serious charges—including aggravated assault, kidnapping, and child cruelty—after allegedly holding a mother and child at…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Man Arrested After Alleged Chokehold and Knife Threat | Macon News
Fifty-nine-year-old Reginald Smith was arrested after allegedly choking his partner and threatening her with a knife when she refused his sexual…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
World Cup Halftime Show Unveiled | Macon News
The World Cup final is getting a halftime show that’s basically a Super Bowl blockbuster—featuring Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Burna Boy, Gustavo…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
New Law Slows Child Care Hiring | Macon News
A new Georgia law signed by Governor Kemp is crippling child care centers as they scramble to hire staff before the school year starts. House Bill 1097…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Animal Control Officer Charged with Puppy Incineration | Macon News
An animal control officer in Monroe County, Georgia, is facing serious animal cruelty charges after allegedly dumping four live puppies into an incinerator — a…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Students Walk History’s Footsteps | Macon News
Five Perry High School students and two teachers embarked on an unforgettable eight-day journey through America’s historic heartland, visiting Washington D.C…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Fact Check: Georgia’s Burning Issues | Macon News
Get ready for real talk that cuts through the noise—this episode dives deep into Georgia’s biggest policy debates and local politics. From affordable housing…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Affordable Housing Doesn't Cause Crime | Macon News
New research from Stanford and UC Irvine flips the script on affordable housing: far from causing crime, it actually reduces it—by up to 3% in robberies and…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Reeves, Mackey, Henley, and Academic Glory | Macon News
Kowacie Reeves, a Westside standout, signed an E-10 deal with the Indiana Pacers, poised to battle for a roster spot this summer. Reeves delivered a stellar…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Georgia’s Summer Pest Invasion | Macon News
Georgia’s summer pest invasion is here—and it’s fierce. Fire ants, termites, roaches, rodents, and over 60 mosquito species are swarming, targeting your home…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Southern Soul BBQ: Georgia’s Affordable Smokehouse | Macon News
Georgia’s barbecue scene just got a budget-friendly champion: Southern Soul Barbeque on St. Simon’s Island, where a converted gas station now smokes up juicy…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Georgia’s Three Top Public Golf Courses | Macon News
Georgia’s golf scene just got a major national spotlight, landing three courses on Golfweek’s top 100 public-access list for 2026. Sea Island’s Seaside leads…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Dad with Parkinson’s Climbs Kilimanjaro | Macon News
A father diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s at 45 is climbing Mount Kilimanjaro—with his daughter by his side—to raise funds for the Michael J. Fox…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Saharan Dust Quietening Hurricanes | Macon News
Saharan dust is quietly shutting down hurricane season—yes, really. A massive cloud of dry, hot air from the Sahara is smothering tropical storm formation in…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
AEDs on Borrowed Time Save Lives | Macon News
Peach County EMS is lending out life-saving AEDs for events—because saving lives starts with making sure help is nearby. One borrowed AED already saved a life…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Hits Georgia | Macon News
A parasite outbreak of Cyclosporiasis is spreading across 18 states, including Georgia, with over 140 cases and 20 requiring hospitalization. Caused by…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Georgia’s Childcare Crisis Revealed | Macon News
Georgia’s childcare might look cheap on paper—ranking 48th in the nation—but for many families, especially single parents and those with young kids, it’s a…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Animal Control Officer Charged with Cruelty | Macon News
Animal control officer Carlos Santillan is facing four animal cruelty charges after an incident at the Monroe County shelter on June 18th. Arrested Monday…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Kianna Davis Trial Set to Begin | Macon News
The trial of Kianna Davis begins Monday, as she faces felony murder and malice murder charges for allegedly killing her two-year-old son, Karter Ambrose, in…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
USA Out But Still Cash Kings | Macon News
Even though the U.S. Men’s National Team was eliminated in the round of sixteen, they’re still walking away with $15 million — a massive consolation prize that…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Milledgeville Considers Teen Curfew | Macon News
Milledgeville’s city leaders are proposing a sweeping curfew for teens 15 and under, banning unsupervised public outings between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. on…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Two Habitat Chapters Merge for Greater Impact | Macon News
Two Habitat for Humanity chapters are merging to become Macon Milledgeville Regional Habitat for Humanity, set to launch July 1, 2026. Together, they’ve…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Warner Robins Restaurants Fail Health Checks | Macon News
Two Warner Robins eateries — a hot dog stand and a barbecue joint — got failing “U” grades for health violations, including unsafe food temps, improper…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Houston County Restaurants Hit Perfect Scores | Macon News
Twenty-eight food spots across Houston County, Georgia, earned a flawless 100 on health inspections in June — from Chick-fil-A and Wendy’s to local gems like…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
E. coli Outbreak Linked to Publix Blueberries | Macon News
E. coli outbreak linked to Publix’s GreenWise organic frozen blueberries has sickened 12 people across 7 states, with 4 hospitalized — all tied to a specific…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Middle Georgia’s Food Scene Evolves | Macon News
Middle Georgia’s food scene is heating up with new arrivals like Koji’s teppanyaki in Perry, Surcheros Fresh Mex’s latest spot, and My Favorite Burger’s…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Teen Charged in Fatal Crash | Macon News
An 18-year-old, Amari Cheely, faces deadly charges after a crash on June 5th that killed passenger Tony Gales. Charged with vehicular homicide, causing serious…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Macon Crash Claims Two Lives | Macon News
A horrific crash on I-75 northbound near Macon, Georgia, claimed two lives and left a six-year-old critically injured. A Dodge Charger sideswiped a Ram 2500…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Macon Gets Hollywood Treatment | Macon News
Downtown Macon is getting a Hollywood spotlight as S&K Pictures films a movie, shutting down Cherry Street between MLK Blvd and Fifth St from July 5th through…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
New Affordable Apartments Open in Warner Robins | Macon News
New apartments are hitting the market in Warner Robins, Georgia, with The Terraces at Oscar Thomie offering 90 affordable units to tackle rising rents. Priced…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Basketball Camp Teaches Financial Wisdom | Macon News
Former pro baller Sharone Wright is turning his basketball camp into a financial literacy powerhouse, teaching kids as young as eight how to budget, save, and…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Ronaldo's World Cup Ends with Spain Win | Macon News
Spain shocks Portugal in a dramatic stoppage-time thriller as Mikel Merino’s lightning strike in the 91st minute seals a 1-0 victory, sending Spain to the…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Library Budget Crisis and Cuts | Macon News
The Macon-Bibb County Library is teetering on a $168,000 budget shortfall, forcing hard choices to keep doors open—reserves, donor support, and slashed…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Chevy Tahoe Speeds Then Escapes | Macon News
Chevy Tahoe Speeds Then Escapes | Macon News
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Fireworks Misfire Injures Family | Macon News
A Fourth of July fireworks mishap in Kathleen, Georgia, turned dangerous when a misfired blast struck Hannah Wells and her son Nolan, leaving them with cuts…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Atlanta Shooting on Fourth of July | Macon News
A fatal shooting on July 4th in Atlanta has rocked the community, claiming the life of a man named Lumpkin. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is now leading…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Tragic Crash Claims Two Lives on I-75 | Macon News
A devastating crash on I-75 near Macon claims the lives of 54-year-old Linda King and her 9-year-old granddaughter Skylar Harden. Their Dodge Charger…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Tragedy at Lake Sinclair and Beyond | Macon News
Tragedy struck Lake Sinclair and Macon over the Fourth of July as three young lives were lost in heartbreaking drowning incidents — including 13-year-old…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Animal Control Officer Charged with Animal Cruelty | Macon News
Animal control officer Carlos Santillan faces four felony animal cruelty charges after an incident on June 18th — prompting immediate termination by Monroe…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Curfew or Family? Barber Weighs In | Macon News
Milledgeville’s new teen curfew sparks debate—city leaders say it’s a step toward safer streets, but longtime barber Dax Bollston warns it’s not a fix-all…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Georgia SNAP Faces Penalties Over Errors | Macon News
Georgia’s SNAP program faces steep financial penalties after error rates soared to 15.2%—well above the national average—sparking a federal crackdown as states…
- Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Sharone Wright Returns to Macon | Macon News
Sharone Wright, former NBA sixth pick and Southwest High alum, is bringing back his legendary 478 Hoops camp for its 25th year in Macon — a full-circle moment…