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‘Crying out, banging on doors’ | Psychologist recalls visit to 'harshest' prison in Georgia: the Special Management Unit
MACON, Ga. — A federal judge held the Georgia Department of Corrections in contempt of court in April after failing to correct “draconian” conditions at the system’s highest-level – and "harshest" – prison: the Special Management Unit in Jackson. But nearly seven years earlier,...
16-Year-Old Pregnant Teen, Mia Campos Found Dead in Georgia Woods; Ex-Boyfriend Arrested for Homicide!
According to True Crime News, in Loganville, Georgia tragedy struck with the discovery of 16-year-old Mia Campos’ body in a wooded area near her home sending shockwaves through the community. Mia who was seven months pregnant was reported missing by her family on the evening of July 14 when she did not return home as expected. Concerned relatives utilized a cellphone app to trace her location leading to the heartbreaking discovery of her lifeless body early the next morning. Initially uncertain of the cause authorities later determined through an autopsy that Mia’s death was a homicide deepening the grief and anguish among her loved ones.
Warner Robins Mayor reopens doors for direct talks with residents on community issues
WARNER ROBINS, Ga. (WGXA) — Warner Robins Mayor LaRhonda Patrick is opening her doors once again for one-on-one conversations with residents. According to the Warner Robins city clerk, April's "Moment with Mayor" event had such a positive response, that they've decided to hold the event again. The city said...
Group not satisfied with feds’ response to threatened lawsuit over Hyundai permits
Editor's note: This story has been updated to include language from a letter from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to the Ogeechee Riverkeeper. More than 30 days after threatening legal action to halt the largest economic development project in Georgia’s history, a lawyer on Thursday expressed impatience with federal officials for...
Warner Robins working to develop a stronger brand and identity
WARNER ROBINS, Ga. (WPGA) - The City of Warner Robins is the works of forming a stronger sense of identity through a new branding project. There have already been focus groups and outside branding experts were invited to tour the City. One goal is to help identify the things that make Warner Robins unique and stand out from other areas.
Central Georgians frustrated after Bell Biv Devoe concert at Atrium Health Amphiteater canceled
MACON, Ga. — Fans looking forward to a night out at the Atrium Health Amphitheater this week are now headed to the Macon Coliseum. But instead of getting their concert tickets scanned, they are looking to exchange them. Cheryl Knight had two tickets in hand when arriving at the...
Back-To-School Supply Giveaways In The CSRA
It doesn’t seem that long ago that kids were getting out of school for the summer. Now here we are, getting them ready to head back for another year. As the first day approaches, many programs and organizations host back-to-school supply giveaways to help families in the CSRA send their children back to school with the essentials.
All flights affected at Augusta Regional amid global ground stop
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WFXG) - The Federal Aviation Administration has grounded all flights from multiple major airlines including Delta, Allegiant, United and American Airlines Friday morning. Augusta Regional Airport spokesperson Lauren Smith confirms all flights have been delayed or cancelled for Friday, July 19 as a result of the global ground...
Severe Weather Coverage (July 20)
MACON, Ga. — The 13WMAZ Weather Team is tracking weather as it moves through the region. PHOTOS | Send us your severe weather pictures on Facebook and by texting 478-752-1309. STAY ALERT | Download our FREE app now to receive breaking news and weather alerts. You can find the...
Democrats sue Kemp over leadership committee law
(The Center Square) — Georgia Democrats have filed a federal lawsuit against Republican Gov. Brian Kemp, saying a measure he signed three years ago that allows him to effectively "sidestep" campaign finance restrictions. Kemp signed Senate Bill 221 into law in May 2021. Under the so-called "LC Law," some politicians can chair leadership committees and receive contributions from their members or supporters. Democrats contend the law violates the U.S. Constitution's...
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