American Heart Month: Local heart specialist shares tips to prevent heart disease
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S., but many cases are preventable through education, early detection,…
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Bibb County inmate stabbed, investigation underway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) – An inmate was stabbed Tuesday at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. According to the sheriff’s office, the stabbing happened around 1 a.m. The 49-year-old inmate was transported…
Former Taylor County jail employee arrested following sexual misconduct investigation
BUTLER, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A former Taylor County Jail employee has been arrested following a criminal investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct involving an inmate, according to the Taylor County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff’s officials say the investigation began after the…
Deputies: Stolen Kia investigation ends with arrests and gunfire in Macon
UPDATE: Deputies say Rickie Scott Watson has been released from the hospital and taken to the Bibb County Jail. Watson is charged with obstruction of…
Fort Valley leaders accept Gary Lee’s resignation during special meeting
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Fort Valley leaders held a special called meeting Tuesday night to accept the resignation of City Administrator Gary Lee. Two additional…
Food banks prepare for increased need as SNAP requirements change
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As of February 1, new requirements for SNAP recipients are ni effect, including changes tied to age, work hours and food purchase restrictions.…
Rain arrives overnight; sticks around Wednesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An incoming low pressure system from the west will bring rain to Middle Georgia tonight and tomorrow. This Evening It’s been a pleasant day around Middle Georgia with temperatures finally reaching or climbing above average…
UPDATE: Bibb deputies say 21-year-old wanted in deadly August hit-and-run is now in custody
UPDATE (2/3/26): Bibb County deputies say they've made an arrest in connection with the…
William S Hutchings students explore STEM careers through Navy VR program
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The mobile, high-tech program allows students to participate in immersive virtual missions that mirror real Navy operations, from launching fighter jets…
GBI: Man shot, killed during argument at Forsyth apartment complex
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) – A man is dead after being shot at a Forsyth apartment complex Monday, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. The shooting happened February 2 at the Forsyth Gardens Apartments. According to a news release,…
Elderly woman killed in Macon house fire
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A woman and her dog were found dead at the scene of a house fire Monday night, according to Coroner Leon Jones. Jones says the woman has been identified as 73-year-old Deloris Barron. Lead Investigator Captain…
Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores January 26-30
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This week's Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public…
Fort Valley names interim police chief amid city leadership changes
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Fort Valley Police Department says Alger Raines is serving as interim police chief. The leadership changes come as the Fort…
Peach County jury convicts man in child sexual abuse case
PEACH COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Peach County jury has convicted a man of sexually abusing his former girlfriend's daughter over a three-year period, according to a news release from the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office. District Attorney Anita…
Cloud cover returns Tuesday ahead of increasing rain odds
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Clouds will arrive in Middle Georgia ahead of sunrise tomorrow before the next rainmaker arrives tomorrow night. This Evening It’s been a sunny and breezy day around Middle Georgia with most spots seeing 10+ degree increases…
Perry to add 35 new downtown apartments
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Perry will soon be making room for more residents downtown. Starting in March, the city will begin the first phase of 35 new apartments on…
Monroe County Sheriff’s Office releases images in Macon bank forgery investigation
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public's help identifying a person connected to a forgery investigation involving a bank transaction in Macon, according to a news release. The sheriff’s office said a victim's…
17-year-old hospitalized after Macon shooting, investigation underway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) – A 17-year-old was shot Monday in Macon, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Macon-Bibb County E911 received a call about a person shot…
Multiple consumer product recalls issued for baby items, supplements, and supplies
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Federal safety agencies have announced several product recalls affecting children's items, dietary supplements, and household products. They're urging consumers to check…
LIST: School closings due to winter weather on Monday (February 2, 2026)
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With possible winter weather this weekend and its impact lasting through Monday, school districts and colleges across the region are monitoring the weather to make decisions about whether they will be open on Monday, February 2nd.…
Icy conditions close lanes on I-16 in Laurens County, block lane on SR 22 in Jones County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Georgia Department of Transportation reported icy conditions impacting roadways in parts of Middle Georgia late Saturday. GDOT said all eastbound lanes of Interstate 16 in Laurens County are closed due to icy patches before State Route…
Forsyth man charged after GBI child exploitation investigation
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Forsyth man has been arrested and charged in a child exploitation investigation, according to a news release from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. The GBI said 23-year-old Billy Joe Landon Hopper of Forsyth was charged…
Edward Foster announces run for Macon-Bibb County Commission District 5
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Edward Foster has officially announced his campaign for the District 5 seat on the Macon-Bibb County Commission. Foster, a longtime Macon resident,…
Pulaski State Prison kitchen receives 67 in food service inspection
HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — An inspector documented multiple food safety and sanitation violations at Pulaski State Prison during a food service inspection on Thursday, resulting in a score of 67, according to an inspection report. The inspector cited a lack…
Fort Valley State president reflects on tenure ahead of retirement
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - After a decade of leadership at Fort Valley State University, President Dr. Paul Jones announced his retirement earlier this month. President Jones tells…
UPDATE: Incident report outlines forced entry, weapon used in Ingleside Avenue assault
UPDATE (1/30/26): An incident report released Friday by the Bibb County Sheriff's Office provides additional details about what deputies called a home invasion on Ingleside Avenue,…
Snow likely Saturday along with plenty of wind
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A low pressure system off the coast of GA/SC will lead to some snow for much of Middle Georgia on Saturday along with strong and chilly winds. This Evening It’s been a mostly cloudy…
Macon man sentenced after 2022 Christmas Eve domestic violence incident
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Macon man has been sentenced to 25 years, with the first three years in prison, after a Christmas Eve domestic violence incident that involved threats against children and a firearm, according to a news release…
Macon man resentenced to 40 years after First Offender probation violations
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Macon man who was granted a second chance under Georgia’s First Offender Act has been sentenced to 40 years in prison, with the first 20 years to serve, after violating his probation, according to a…
Students help present academic progress at Bibb Schools' State of the District
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Students helped lead Bibb County School's annual State of the District Friday, walking the audience through academic progress and school…
Winter weather advisories and warnings issued for multiple Middle Georgia counties
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A series of winter weather advisories, winter storm warnings, and an extreme cold warning have been issued for counties across the 41NBC coverage area,…
Motorcyclist killed in Twiggs County crash Friday morning
UPDATE: Georgia State Patrol says a trooper was dispatched to the crash at 6:37 a.m. on Georgia Highway 57 near Taylor Woods Road. According to GSP, the motorcycle was traveling west when it left the roadway onto the north shoulder,…
Gov. Kemp declares new statewide state of emergency ahead of winter storm
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Gov. Brian Kemp declared a statewide state of emergency today ahead of a winter storm expected to impact Georgia this weekend. The…
Community forum aims to raise awareness on human and sex trafficking in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC) - The Human & Sex Trafficking Forum, presented by Priscilla Stanley and The Edify House, will take place Friday, January…
UPDATE: GBI says 21-year-old Warner Robins man charged in shooting of officer and woman
UPDATE (8 p.m.): The Georgia Bureau…
Cool and cloudy Friday; snow odds increasing for Saturday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Cloud cover will be abundant and temperatures will remain below average ahead of another winter weather system this weekend. This Evening Clouds have been increasing throughout the afternoon, however a bit of clearing will be possible…
Deputies arrest man after reported armed home invasion in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Macon man has been arrested in connection with a home invasion reported Thursday afternoon on Riverside Drive, according to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office said deputies…
Weekend Watch: Middle Georgia events include concerts, races and workshops
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Middle Georgia residents looking for weekend activities have plenty of options, from live music and fitness events to creative workshops and wellness gatherings. Music…
Extreme cold watch issued for Middle Georgia counties this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- An extreme cold watch is in effect from Saturday evening through Sunday afternoon for multiple counties across Middle Georgia in the 41NBC coverage area. Counties included in the watch are Hancock, Monroe, Jones, Baldwin, Washington, Taylor, Crawford,…
Bibb County Sheriff’s Office investigating inmate death at law enforcement center
(UPDATE 11:20AM): Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones has identified the person found dead at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center as Quintavous Vincent. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-…
Winter Storm Watch expanded to include more Middle Georgia counties
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Jones, Baldwin, Twiggs, Wilkinson, Hancock and Washington counties, warning of potential snow and dangerously low temperatures beginning Friday evening. The National Weather Service (NWS) announced the…
Arena construction team named, primary care clinic opens, gas prices climb
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Macon-Bibb County has selected Barton Malow, in association with Sheridan Construction, to manage construction of the new Macon Arena, a major project that…
Protesters march in downtown Macon over killing of Alex Pretti
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Members of the Middle Georgia Democratic Socialists of America marched in downtown Macon Wednesday night in response to the recent killing of…
Houston County plans new drinking water treatment facility amid growth
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Houston County leaders are taking steps toward building a new water treatment plant to keep up with the county’s rapid growth.…
BBB, police warn taxpayers to watch for scams during filing season
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The IRS has opened the 2025 tax filing season, with returns due by April 15, and officials say now is the…
UPDATE: Location, time set for Edward Foster District 5 commission announcement Friday
UPDATE (1/28/26): Edward Foster's campaign says his official announcement is set for Friday, January 30 at 5:30 p.m. at Greater Zion Hill Baptist Church,…
More cloud cover rolls in Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Cloud cover will begin to ramp up Thursday ahead of the next weathermaker. This Evening It’s been a sunny afternoon around Middle Georgia and skies will stay clear through tonight. Conditions should be colder than last…
Deputies: Two arrested after chase linked to Bibb County church burglary investigation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Macon man was one of two people taken into custody after a brief vehicle chase connected to a commercial…
Atrium Health Navicent raises minimum wage for staff in Georgia to $18.85 per hour
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Atrium Health Navicent announced Wednesday it is raising the minimum starting wage for eligible teammates in Georgia to $18.85…
Emmylou Harris to perform at Piedmont Grand Opera House in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Grammy-winning artist Emmylou Harris will perform at the Piedmont Grand Opera House in Macon on Saturday, March 21, according to a news release. Graystone Promotions said it will present An Evening with Emmylou Harris at 7:30…