Man arrested after home fire with four children inside in Macon
A Georgia man is behind bars after deputies say he set a Macon home on fire while four children were inside. The children escaped unharmed. Brandon Joshua Mallory faces several charges, including arson and cruelty to children.
Human Remains Found Inside Abandoned Home in Macon
MACON, Georgia (KBTV) – A body was found inside an empty home on Columbus Road in Macon, and deputies are working to find out who the person was and how long they had been there. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says the call came in just after 10 p.m. Wednesday night. The remains were found…
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Heart of Georgia launches 2026 Duck Pluck fundraiser
MACON, Georgia (KBTV) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Heart of Georgia is giving the community a chance to win up to $1,000 while supporting youth mentoring programs through its 2026 Duck Pluck fundraiser. For just $5, participants can adopt a lucky duck for a chance to win cash prizes while helping the organization build…
Wellness Wednesday: Piedmont Macon Offering Saturday Mammograms During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Piedmont Macon continues to spread awareness for Breast Cancer Awareness month. New Saturday screening appointments aim to make mammograms more convenient for women with busy weekday schedules.
Wellness Wednesday: Raising Awareness About AFib
(KBTV) – September is AFib Awareness Month, and KBTV’s Wellness Wednesday is highlighting an important heart-health issue that affects millions of people. KBTV’s Dr. Karlisha Booze interviewed Serena Fritz, Director of Cardiovascular Services at Piedmont Macon, to discuss atrial fibrillation, commonly known as AFib. During the interview, Fritz explained what AFib is, the potential health…
Wellness Wednesday: National Breastfeeding Awareness Month
MACON, Georgia (KBTV) – August marks National Breastfeeding Awareness Month, a time dedicated to educating families about the benefits of breastfeeding and the resources available to help new mothers succeed. KBTV’s Dr. Karlisha Booze spoke with Kaitlin Johnson, a lactation counselor at Piedmont Macon, about the benefits breastfeeding can provide for both mothers and babies.…
Pedestrian killed in early morning crash on Gray Highway
MACON, Georgia (KBTV) – A pedestrian is dead following an early morning traffic collision on Gray Highway in Macon. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened just before 3:45 a.m. Tuesday near the intersection of Gray Highway and Boulevard. Investigators say a 20-year-old man driving a gray Nissan was traveling along Gray…
Film Spotlight: “Man Enough to Break” Premieres in Macon During Men’s Mental Health Month
MACON, Georgia (KBTV) – June is Men’s Mental Health Month, making it the perfect time for important conversations about emotional wellness and healing. That’s the message behind Man Enough to Break, a new film by director Ronald Parker that sheds light on the mental health challenges many men face. KBTV’s Dr. Karlisha Booze recently interviewed…
Woman Critically Hurt After Shooting and Crash at Macon Circle K
MACON, Georgia (KBTV) – A woman is in critical condition after a shooting and crash at a Circle K in Macon on Sunday afternoon. UPDATE: 35 year old Delmar Tavaris Eugene Black has been arrested. Black was spotted at Marathon Gas Station located at 5013 Harrison Road around 7:35pm. When deputies tried to approach the…
Wellness Wednesday: Medical expert talks water safety during summer vacations
MACON, Georgia (KBTV) – As families head out for summer vacations and spend more time around pools, lakes, and beaches, water safety becomes an important topic for parents and caregivers. According to the Macon-Bibb Coroner’s Office, there were 5 drownings in 2025. Two of those drownings were at Lake Tobesofkee and the other 3 happened…
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