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Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney Howard Simms, says a defendant's right to appeal can lengthen his or her time on death row.
As you prepare your 2009 tax returns, you may want to double-check your charitable donations to make sure they count.
Some of the photos on our 13WMAZ.com galleries peaked the interest of one woman.
The City of Macon does not have a large truck route.
Some people blame the real estate market for getting us into this economic mess, but now first timers have an advantage to entice them to buy a home.
Michelle wrote to Get Answers and she wants to know why diesel fuel is cheaper than gas.
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, or FERPA, is a federal law meant to keep students' educational records safe.
SPLOST money is bringing more sidewalks to the International City.
Bonnie Bonesky from Macon wrote to us, "I went to a college in 1990. After I received my Associates Degree, I found out that they weren't an accredited college. I've been paying on a student loan since 1990. I can't even transfer these credits. Where can I get help with this situation?"
A man wants to know if it's legal to post signs near a sex offender's house in order to warn children?
With many people strapped for cash, all the money you've tucked away for retirement can look pretty enticing. But one person says, it's not fair that if you use it you lose it.
More than 10 million people visit Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites every year, but this year budget cuts have some people worried about services at the parks.
Every week, we find answers to your questions through our Get Answers segment. You send us your questions, then we hunt down the answers for you.
Everyone seems to be struggling with money in this economy, but the price of one thing is down since a year ago: gasoline. So one man wants to know why part of his electric bill attributed to fuel hasn't gone down, too.
The Motion Picture Association of America has rules and regulations for previews.
With millions of Americans out of work, many have no health insurance and some may turn to medical discount cards.
If you suddenly break your arm or have pain in your chest, you know you can call an ambulance. But one woman got several calls from someone telling her she might not always have that option.
When some unwanted brush gathers in your yard, you might want to spark it up instead of hauling it to the landfill.
"My husband and I, ages 45 and 40, were recently turned down for life insurance. The reasons? We're overweight, and I take prozac. We're in good health other than needing to lose weight. I don't understand why they won't insure someone just because of these problems."
Every week, we find answers to your questions through our Get Answers segment. You send us your questions, then we hunt down the answers for you.
Every week, we find answers to your questions through our Get Answers segment. You send us your questions, then we hunt down the answers for you.
Every week, we find answers to your questions through our Get Answers segment. You send us your questions, then we hunt down the answers for you.
Every week, we find answers to your questions through our Get Answers segment. You send us your questions, then we hunt down the answers for you.
Every week, we find answers to your questions through our Get Answers segment. You send us your questions, then we hunt down the answers for you.
If you've ever wondered where the extra money you pay for a special license plate goes you're not alone. Alan Hickman wrote to us asking where the money for special fees like 911 fees and special tags is spent and is it sent to the areas it is supposed to be?
An electronics recycling day will be held on Saturday at Central City Park.
Kawunda wrote to us and asked how to find out if a work from home jobs is a scam.
Obama's stimulus plan doesn't give the working class money in the form of a check.
Most everyone jumped for joy when they got a couple hundred bucks from the government last spring. But what happens this spring when you have to file last year's taxes?
Every week, we find answers to your questions through our Get Answers segment. You send us your questions, then we hunt down the answers for you.
Every week, we find answers to your questions through our Get Answers segment. You send us your questions, then we hunt down the answers for you.
Every week, we find answers to your questions through our Get Answers segment. You send us your questions, then we hunt down the answers for you.
Deborah wrote to us asking where people can get dental care for free or for very little money in Macon.
Susan wrote to us and asked "I paid for a purchase with my debit card at a local convenience store. I noticed my entire number printed on the receipt...What agency in Georgia regulates this?"
Tom wrote to Get Answers to find out if the Middle Georgia-based company Zoegetics is a scam.
Barbara asked how to get information on temporary U.S. Census jobs.
Brandi McClure wrote in and asked, "My son is really into the weather and we took these photos (pictures to the right) on September 26th around 8 p.m. Could you please tell us what type of clouds these are?"
Dean wrote to us and said, "I recently left my job to start a small business. My wife and I have poor credit and need to withdraw my 401K to make ends meet, as we don't qualify for loans or credit cards. Is there any way to access these funds without penalty?"
Velma Feagin from Macon called in and asked, "Why does the Macon-Bibb County Economic Opportunity Council make you stand in line out in the cold to get heating help? They used to let the elderly and handicapped call. How can people like me get a fair chance?"
Two weeks ago, A student at Mercer University died after getting sick, but authorities said it could take months to determine his cause of death, because they needed to wait for toxicology reports from the GBI.
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According to Georgia code, property owners must follow strict guidelines when marking their handicapped spaces.
On Friday morning, after the deadly shootings at Fort Hood in Texas, a curious veteran wrote to us and asked, "How come the people in Macon have not lowered their flags in respect for the soldiers at Fort Hood? I rode all over Macon doing my errands and all the American flags that I saw were at full mast."
Gloria Besley from Lizella wrote to us and asked, "What happened to the Medi-Thin weight loss center on Forsyth Road? They say they've closed, but I didn't get any warning and now I can't get a hold of anyone with the program."
One viewer wrote to us and asked, "Who is responsible for monitoring handicapped parking spaces? People use an outdated decal and take up the space provided for the disabled. I'm a disabled vet. I get so angry when I see people doing this."
Annette Adams from Macon wanted to know: How can she get eyeglasses from the Lions Club?
This year's performers include Montgomery Gentry and Rodney Atkins, both white country performers. The fair's Director of Communications, Michelle Treptow, says country has proved a big success.
One viewer wrote to us and asked, "When is the City of Macon going to finish the roadwork in and around the Bloomfield area?"
Georgia law only covers the issue on interstate highways and not on other roadways.
One man's trash may be another man's treasure, but Lieutenant George Meadows with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office says when it comes to junk cars, it's an eyesore for the whole neighborhood.
The Georgia State Code doesn't address minors sitting at a bar in a restaurant.
Bigspot.com has ads that claim you can make money by taking online surveys. All you have to do is sign up with them and they connect you to legitimate companies that will pay you.
Shawn Conroy with the Governor's Office of Consumer Affairs says no state law specifically addresses this topic. But he says minimum purchase amounts may violate the merchant's agreement with the card company.
A few weeks ago, we talked about a truck route for large vehicles traveling through Macon and our story on 13WMAZ.com got several comments about the Fall Line Freeway.
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