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Senate Candidate Irving Martinez To Discuss Arrest

12:04 PM, Apr 20, 2012

Senatorial candidate pleaded guilty to criminal trespass charge.

Political Scientist Discusses Georgia's Likely Leanings in 2012

8:12 AM, Apr 18, 2012

13WMAZ's Randall Savage talked with Mercer political science associate professor Lori A. Johnson about the history of the Republican stronghold in Georgia presidential elections.

'Watchdog' Group Files Ethics Complaint Against Broun

5:49 PM, Apr 13, 2012

A nonprofit ethics watchdog says Georgia Congressman Paul Broun concealed the source of loans to his campaign and is calling for a full audit of his campaign finances.

Santorum Says Money a Reason He Left GOP Race

12:51 AM, Apr 13, 2012

And the former Pennsylvania senator says he hasn't had the
chance to discuss an endorsement with any of the candidates -- Mitt Romney, Newt Gingrich and Ron Paul.

Gingrich Unlikely to Take Romney Cabinet Post

12:06 PM, Apr 12, 2012

The former House speaker says he'd advise Romney, if he's elected, but he also wants to enjoy his life and his family.

After Louisiana Win, Santorum Vows To Fight On

12:37 AM, Mar 25, 2012

The former Pennsylvania senator on Saturday said he is "still
here" and "still fighting," even as front-runner Mitt Romney was
far ahead in the critical race for delegates.

Santorum Wins Louisiana Primary

9:07 PM, Mar 24, 2012

Santorum is Romney's chief challenger and a former Pennsylvania senator who has won previous contests in Tennessee, Mississippi and Alabama.

Few LA Voters Say Etch A Sketch Flap Important

6:50 PM, Mar 24, 2012

Only about 1 in 5 people in the survey say the remarks were
important to their vote.

AP: Romney Wins Puerto Rico Primary

3:57 AM, Mar 19, 2012

An election official says Mitt Romney has won Republican presidential primary in Puerto Rico.

Obama Visits Atlanta For One-Day Fundraiser

11:08 AM, Mar 17, 2012

Obama's visit included a big draw event with Tyler Perry and Cee Lo Green.

Gingrich Pushes On, Despite Calls to Quit

1:16 PM, Mar 15, 2012

A growing chorus of conservatives is calling for the former Speaker  to quit after failing to win either of Tuesday's two Southern primaries.

Mercer Political Scientist on GOP Presidential Race

8:22 AM, Mar 15, 2012

Mercer Political Science Professor Lori Johnson spoke Tuesday on Eyewitness News Mornin' about the lay of the political land in the GOP race for president. 

Romney Wins Hawaii GOP Presidential Caucuses

7:24 AM, Mar 14, 2012

Romney finished a disappointing third behind Santorum and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich in the Deep South primaries.

Attorney Jason Downey Running for Bibb School Board

12:23 PM, Mar 13, 2012

Downey, a Republican, says he will support Supt. Romain Dallemand's Macon Miracle plan but will also challenge it by asking questions.

Santorum: Convention would give me GOP nomination

8:40 AM, Mar 12, 2012

Without naming Mitt Romney, Santorum says that if the race remains undecided by the party's August gathering in Tampa, the GOP will not nominate a moderate former Massachusetts governor.

Santorum Takes Kansas, Romney Strong in Wyoming

5:38 PM, Mar 10, 2012

Rick Santorum won the Kansas caucuses in a rout on Saturday and Mitt Romney showed strength in Wyoming, the latest contests in the grinding campaign for the Republican presidential nomination.

Houston, Monroe, Peach SPLOSTs Approved

3:50 PM, Mar 7, 2012

SPLOSTs also OK'd in Dooly, Macon, Treutlen counties. Sunday Liquor sales in Jeffersonville loses by one vote.

60 Mich. Students Suspended for Riding Bikes to School

60 Kenowa Hills High School students are suspended after they road their bikes to school as part of a 'senior prank.' The students are in 12th grade and today was their last day of school.

2:47 PM, May 22, 2012

Fla. Father Sends Child to School With Backpack Full of Marijuana

The father of a kindergarten student was arrested Tuesday after a teacher found marijuana in his child's backpack.

2:34 PM, May 22, 2012

Randall: School Board Was Notified of Map Changes

A Bibb County state legislator is asking school board Tommy Barnes to "correct" his statement that legislators made changes in election maps without telling them.

6:38 PM, May 22, 2012

Animals Facing Euthanasia Deadline at Shelter

A pest problem at Macon Animal Control could turn into a huge problem for the cats and dogs who live there. If they don't find a home before June 7th, they will be euthanized. That's when the shelter will be closed for three to five days for pest control treatment.

9:30 PM, May 22, 2012

Bombardier Signs Contract for New Work at Macon Plant

A company spokesman would not say how many jobs might be added as a result of the contract.

11:42 AM, May 22, 2012

Cooking Fires: Do You Know What to Do?

On Eyewitness News at 11, we showed you how a simple device can put out a dangerous grease fire on your stove-top.

9:52 AM, May 22, 2012

Milledgeville Police Handcuff 6-Year-Old Girl for Misbehaving at School

Milledgeville's acting police chief, Dray Swicord, said Tuesday that he stands by an officer's decision to handcuff an elementary school student for safety Friday.

6:24 PM, Apr 17, 2012

Missing Bibb Man Found Safe 65 Miles Away

A Bibb County man missing for almost 24 hours was found safe more than an hour away from home.

4:22 PM, May 22, 2012

Kit Colburn Apologizes to Classmates

His father Ken Colburn sent 13WMAZ a scanned copy of the note.

9:07 AM, May 22, 2012

Jury Finds Woman Guilty in Valentine's Day Slaying

Two others still face murder charges in the slaying.

10:32 PM, May 22, 2012

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