WGXA-TV (Macon, GA)

WGXA is a television station located in Georgia, affiliated with both FOX and ABC, and is managed by the Sinclair Broadcast Group. Sinclair, Inc. stands as one of the largest and most varied television broadcasting firms in the United States. Currently, Sinclair operates, programs, or offers sales services to 163 television stations across 77 different markets, subject to ongoing transactions. The Sinclair television network reaches around 38.7% of households with televisions in the U.S. and includes affiliations with networks such as FOX, ABC, MyTV, CW, CBS, NBC, Univision, and Azteca.

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Avelo Airlines kicks off deportation flights for ICE from Arizona

2 days ago | wgxa.tv | Alexx Altman-Devilbiss

The Houston-based low-cost carrier said it would charter flights from Mesa Gateway Airport in Arizona, utilizing three Boeing 737-800 aircraft in collaboration with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Andrew Levy, Avelo's founder and chief executive, stated that the agreement to work for ICE would help the company expand and protect jobs. “We realize this is a sensitive and complicated topic,” he said.
Flood Watch issued for Portions of Middle Georgia through Monday afternoon

4 days ago | wgxa.tv | Ryan Stinnett

MACON, Ga. — A flood watch is in effect for portions of central and west central Georgia, including the counties of Crisp, Dooly, Wilcox, Macon, Schley, Sumter, and Taylor. The watch is expected to last through Monday afternoon. The National Weather Service has warned that excessive rainfall could lead to flooding in rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone areas.
Family pleas for thorough investigation by the GBI in Skyler Black's death

5 days ago | wgxa.tv | Gloria Ruth Finney

MACON COUNTY, Ga. — Family members of Skyler Black are seeking answers regarding the investigation into his death after his body was found in the Flint River a month after he was reported missing. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) stated there are no new updates but will issue a statement when there are developments.
Macon mom demands action after daughter left bloodied from school assault by male student

5 days ago | wgxa.tv | Brianna Cook

MACON, Ga. (WGXA) — Jessi Strohmetz is speaking out after she says her 13-year-old daughter was punched while at school by a male student, and now she's looking for accountability after claiming the student has yet to face consequences. She says that on March 25th, she got a phone call from the Rutland Middle School and was told that her daughter had been in what was described as a "little altercation.""I rushed to the school to pick her up and check on her, and see what had happened.
Mayor Copelan addresses senior concerns: blight, housing, and city updates at Pecan Hills

5 days ago | wgxa.tv | Carlos Stephens

MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga. — Seniors at Pecan Hills Senior Living had the rare opportunity to speak directly with Mayor Mary Parham Copelan during a community event Thursday — and they didn’t hold back. One resident expressed concern over neighborhood blight, pointing to three abandoned homes within 500 yards of the complex. “We got a problem here. There are three houses... completely fallen down. It’s a fire hazard, it’s a safety hazard.
Local leaders, community members honor fallen officers during annual ceremony in Macon

5 days ago | wgxa.tv | Amanda Peralta

MACON, Ga. (WGXA) — Community members gathered downtown Macon early Friday morning to honor several public safety heroes who have lost their lives in the line of duty. "With honor they served." Those were the words echoing throughout downtown Macon as community members came together to remember and honor fallen public safety officers who died in the line of duty in the 14th Annual Peace Officers' Memorial Day Ceremony.
Family questions investigation into Skyler Black's death in Georgia

6 days ago | wgxa.tv | Gloria Ruth Finney

MONTEZUMA, Ga. — MONTEZUMA, Ga. — The family of Skyler Black, a 21-year-old man found dead in Macon County, is voicing concerns about the investigation into his death. Nearly a month after Black was reported missing, his grandmother, Gloria Kelley, expressed her heartbreak and frustration over the handling of the case. Skyer Black's grandmother, Gloria Kelley, speaks with WGXA News in Montezuma.
9-year-old girl dead after crash with SUV in Byron

6 days ago | wgxa.tv | Brittany Miller

BYRON, Ga. — A nine-year-old is dead after she was hit by a car while riding a bike in Byron on Wednesday evening. Peach County Coroner Kerry Rooks says she passed away at 6:37 p.m. Thursday. According to the Byron Police Department (BPD), officers were sent to Murdock Lane for reports of a traffic crash involving an SUV and a bicyclist at 5:17 p.m.On the scene, officers found the nine-year-old bicyclist and took her to the Children's Hospital in Macon where she died 24 hours later.
Twiggs County parents cling to hope for daughter lost in California wilderness

6 days ago | wgxa.tv | Brianna Cook

TWIGGS, Ga. (WGXA) — Bobby and Fredrina Slaton are on an active search for their daughter, who is missing across the country. 27-year-old Tiffany Slaton has been missing in Fresno, California, for almost 3 weeks. Her parents say she was finishing her contract as a traveling dialysis tech in Oregon when she took an opportunity to do a workaway program on a farm in California. From there, Tiffany decided to knock something off her bucket list to see a hot spring and go solo camping.
Northeast High seniors celebrated at luncheon, empowered to shape their futures

6 days ago | wgxa.tv | Carlos Stephens

Macon, Ga (WGXA) - Graduating seniors at Northeast High School were recently honored during a heartfelt luncheon that brought students and local leaders together to celebrate achievement and share life lessons. Among those recognized was Santana Balkcom, a standout on the football field, who’s headed to Fort Valley State University. “It means a lot. I’ve known these people for a very long time,” Balkcom said.