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Two teens hospitalized after shooting at Macon apartment complex

Deputies say one victim is in stable condition while the other remains in critical condition.

7 hours ago

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two teenagers were injured in a shooting Thursday night at a Macon apartment complex. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, the shooting happened at River Bend Apartments on Mercer University Drive and was reported to the Macon-Bibb Emergency 911 Center around 7:36 p.m. Deputies say an 18-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy arrived at a…

GBI: 20-year-old charged with murder after Wilkinson County shooting

Investigators say the victim was found dead inside a home on Morningside Drive early Thursday morning.

7 hours ago

Tucker Sargent,

IVEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 20-year-old man has been charged with murder after a deadly shooting early Thursday morning in Wilkinson County. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, Austin Marcus Allred of Ivey is charged with malice murder and aggravated assault in connection with the death of 25-year-old Tylan Ar’tavious Horne of McIntyre. According to the GBI, the Wilkinson…

Memorial Day travel period brings increased patrols on Georgia roads and waterways

Officials urge drivers to buckle up and boaters to wear life jackets ahead of busy holiday weekend

10 hours ago

Gena Tripp,

CORDELE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With summer getting closer, state and local agencies are stepping up patrols on highways and waterways. Allen Poole with the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety says the goal is to keep drivers safe during the busy holiday weekend. Officials say 14 people were killed during last year’s Memorial Day travel period in Georgia a reminder of…

New lawsuits target deputies, medical staff in Stephen Fossett death

The lawsuits accuse jail deputies and medical personnel of excessive force, wrongful death and failures in mental health care.

10 hours ago

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Nearly two years after Stephen Fossett died while in custody at the Bibb County Jail, his family is renewing their call for justice and accountability. This week, the Fossett family filed two lawsuits—one federal, one state—targeting jail officials and medical staff for what they allege was a tragic failure to provide adequate mental health and medical care….

Robins AFB honors fallen service members ahead of Memorial Day

The annual ceremony included tributes to fallen military members, veterans, active-duty personnel and military families.

13 hours ago

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

Robins Air Force Base (PHOTO: 41NBC/BRE’ANNA SHEFFIELD)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Robins Air Force Base is paying tribute to fallen service members as we approach Memorial Day Weekend. The base held its annual ceremony on Thursday to honor the fallen. Col. Johari Hemphill says it’s important to keep the names of the fallen alive. “We are here to honor the…

Bibb County school leaders discuss cuts, tax increase options amid $23.8M budget deficit

During a called budget work session Thursday morning, district leaders outlined several possible strategies to reduce spending and stabilize the district’s finances.

15 hours ago

Tyrik Wynn,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Board of Education is continuing discussions on how to address a projected $23.8 million budget deficit for Fiscal Year 2027. According to district officials, more than $11.4 million in potential reductions have already been identified. Proposed measures include eliminating vacancies, furloughs for some central office employees, freezing salary step increases, increasing class sizes…

New details emerge in proposed north Macon Costco project

Planning documents outline a proposed 158,000-square-foot warehouse, fuel center and nearly 900 parking spaces near Bass Road.

15 hours ago

Tucker Sargent,

PHOTO: Costco Wholesale in Enfield, CT, Photo Date: undated (MGN)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A rezoning request tied to a proposed Costco development in north Macon is scheduled to go before the Macon-Bibb Planning and Zoning Commission next month, according to newly posted agenda documents. Draft agenda documents for the June 22 Planning and Zoning hearing show Costco Wholesale Corporation has…

Global Ebola outbreak response intensifies as cases surge

New video showed an American surgeon infected in the Democratic Republic of Congo arriving by ambulance at a hospital in Germany.

16 hours ago

Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- The global effort to contain Africa’s growing Ebola outbreak intensified as new video showed an American surgeon infected in the Democratic Republic of Congo arriving by ambulance at a hospital in Germany. The Washington Post reported the White House resisted allowing Dr. Peter Stafford to return to the United States for treatment, allegedly delaying his evacuation and medical care,…

DOJ indicts Raúl Castro in 1996 plane shootdown case

The Department of Justice has indicted former Cuban President Raúl Castro.

16 hours ago

Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- In what many families called a long-awaited step toward accountability, the Department of Justice has indicted former Cuban President Raúl Castro in connection with the 1996 shootdown of two civilian planes that killed four Cuban Americans. Among those reacting to the news was Miriam de la Pena, whose son was killed in the attack. “My son was a law…

Severe storms bring flooding and lightning across eastern U.S.

Severe weather continued impacting large portions of the Northeast and South this week, bringing flooding, lightning strikes, extreme heat and travel disruptions.

16 hours ago

Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Severe weather continued impacting large portions of the Northeast and South this week, bringing flooding, lightning strikes, extreme heat and travel disruptions. In Brookline, Massachusetts, a home was struck by lightning as strong storms moved through the Boston area. “And then there was this loud, like ‘pow,’” resident Reece Whiton said. “It sounded almost like a gunshot.” In New…

FPD Baseball gearing up for state semis this Friday

The Vikings are trying to reach the state championship series for a third straight season as they host Athens Christian on Friday.

17 hours ago

Rob Schiff,

FPD Baseball MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The FPD baseball team has reached the state championship series in back-to-back seasons, and the Vikings are hoping the third time is the charm in 2026. In order for the boys to punch their ticket to the state final for a third straight season, FPD needs to get past Athens Christian this Friday afternoon…

41 Skyview Camera Network camera at Volume Chevrolet in Forsyth at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, 2026

UPDATE: Cleanup complete after crash on I-75 southbound in Monroe County

Georgia 511 says two southbound lanes near Rumble Road remain blocked following the crash.

May 20, 2026

Tucker Sargent,

41 Skyview Camera Network camera at Volume Chevrolet in Forsyth at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, 2026UPDATE: The cleanup is complete and all lanes are back open, according to 511ga.org. ORIGINAL STORY: MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Traffic is backing up on Interstate 75 southbound in Monroe County after an overturned vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon near Rumble Road. According…

Deputies: Head-on crash involving school bus sends 3 to hospital

Deputies say none of the injured were students and all three people taken to the hospital were listed in stable condition.

May 20, 2026

Tucker Sargent,

FileMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Three people were hospitalized after a crash involving a Bibb County school bus and a pickup truck Wednesday afternoon on Heath Road, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office says the head-on crash, involving a Ford F-150 and a Bibb County school bus, happened at the intersection of Heath Road and Heathwood Road….

41NBC Memorial Blood Drive returns to Middle Georgia

The blood drive will take place May 25 through May 29 at multiple locations across Middle Georgia, including Macon, Warner Robins, Gray, Centerville, Milledgeville and Dublin

May 20, 2026

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — 41NBC and the American Red Cross are encouraging people in Middle Georgia to donate blood during the 14th annual 41NBC Memorial Blood Drive ahead of the Memorial Day holiday. Blood drives will be held across Middle Georgia from May 25 through May 29 in Warner Robins, Gray, Macon, Centerville, Milledgeville and Dublin. May 25: 10 a.m….

Senior center helping Byron residents stay active and connected

Organizers say the center helps older adults stay socially engaged while building friendships and community connections.

May 20, 2026

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

Byron senior center (PHOTO: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Byron senior center is working to combat senior isolation by giving older adults a place to connect, build friendships and stay active in the community. Senior isolation is dangerous because it triggers physical and mental declines. That’s why Byron opened its senior center in 2023, where local seniors can come, make friends and…

41NBC blood drive with Red Cross returns as donors highlight why they give

Macon donors share personal and powerful reasons for giving blood ahead of Memorial Day week drive

May 20, 2026

Gena Tripp,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two local donors are sharing why they continue to give blood, hoping their stories will inspire others to do the same. For Bonnie Hopkins, giving blood is something that started early and simply stuck. “It all started in high school,” Hopkins said. “I think I was 16 or 17 here in Macon at Central High School,…

Middle Georgia business news and economic development

GEORGIA BUSINESS FOCUS: Summer program access, building dedication, scam warnings

Rising costs, community recognition and consumer protection.

May 20, 2026

Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Financial pressures are affecting Georgia families and the local economy. From the high costs keeping kids out of summer programs to rising gas prices, we’ll break down what these trends mean for your wallet. Summer learning out of reach for many Georgia families A new study by the Afterschool Alliance reveals that three in five Georgia…

Trump-backed candidates score major GOP primary victories

President Donald Trump added another win to his growing list of Republican rivals pushed out of office.

May 20, 2026

Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- President Donald Trump added another win to his growing list of Republican rivals pushed out of office after his endorsed challenger, Ed Gallrein, was projected to defeat longtime Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie. Massie, a seven-term congressman from Kentucky, defended his willingness to oppose Republican leadership and the White House on key issues. “If the legislative branch always votes with…

Southern California wildfires continue spreading as other regions battle storms and heat

Evacuation orders and warnings remained in effect Tuesday as multiple wildfires continued burning across Southern California.

May 20, 2026

Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Evacuation orders and warnings remained in effect Tuesday as multiple wildfires continued burning across Southern California. “It was surreal, to be honest,” Sandy Fire evacuee Mia Luv said. “I’ve never had it so close to home.” The Sandy Fire in Simi Valley, northwest of Los Angeles, started Monday as a fast-moving brush fire. According to Cal Fire, the wildfire…

Garrett-Boyd wins another term on Bibb school board

Unofficial results show Garrett-Boyd earned about 56% of the vote in the four-candidate race.

May 19, 2026

Tucker Sargent,

Credit: Lisa Garrett-Boyd for Bibb BOE/FacebookMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Incumbent Lisa Garrett-Boyd won reelection Tuesday in the Bibb County Board of Education At-Large Post 8 race, according to unofficial election results provided by Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections. With 31 precincts reporting, Lisa Garrett-Boyd received 14,677 votes, or 55.79% of the vote. Nola McFadden was second with 4,591 votes (17.45%),…

Gary Bechtel wins re-election as Macon Water Authority Chairman

Bechtel says he will continue ongoing projects and focus on safe, clean water and economic development across Bibb County.

May 19, 2026

Gena Tripp,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Incumbent Gary Bechtel has won re-election as chairman of the Macon Water Authority, securing another term in office. Bechtel secured 55.14% of the vote in his race against challenger Desmond Brown, according to unofficial results. Bechtel’s victory keeps him in a leadership role overseeing the authority, which is responsible for providing water services across Bibb County. Following…

Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller proposes $221M budget with no tax increase

Public safety would receive 57% of funding as leaders aim to keep property tax rates steady in Macon-Bibb County

May 19, 2026

Gena Tripp,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mayor Lester Miller is proposing a new budget for fiscal year 2027 that prioritizes public safety while keeping taxes steady. The mayor presented a proposed budget of approximately $221 million on Tuesday. The plan includes increases in several key areas but does not raise the millage rate. County leaders are aiming to keep the millage rate…

Piedmont Shares Tips, Resources During Mental Health Awareness Month

Piedmont Macon doctor discusses importance of Mental Health Awareness Month

“Mental Health Awareness Month is so important because we're trying to break and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health,” said Dr. Robyn Cotney with Piedmont Macon Behavioral Health.

May 19, 2026

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Mental Health Awareness Month aims to break the stigma surrounding mental health and encourage people to seek help and support when they are struggling, according to a Macon behavioral health expert. “Mental Health Awareness Month is so important because we’re trying to break and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health,” said Dr. Robyn Cotney with Piedmont…

Amy Morton wins Bibb BOE Post 7 at-large race

Morton received 14,998 votes in the race (56.79%). Kerry Hatcher received 11,410 votes.

May 19, 2026

Monica Diaz-Meek,

Courtesy: mortonforschools.org MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Amy Morton won the Bibb County Board of Education Post 7 at-large race Tuesday night, according to unofficial election results. Morton received 14,998 votes in the race (56.79%). Kerry Hatcher received 11,410 votes. “The school board must be fiscally responsible, and that means looking at the budget with great detail, to make sure that…

Deputies say one victim is in stable condition while the other remains in critical condition.

Investigators say the victim was found dead inside a home on Morningside Drive early Thursday morning.

Officials urge drivers to buckle up and boaters to wear life jackets ahead of busy holiday weekend

The lawsuits accuse jail deputies and medical personnel of excessive force, wrongful death and failures in mental health care.

The annual ceremony included tributes to fallen military members, veterans, active-duty personnel and military families.

During a called budget work session Thursday morning, district leaders outlined several possible strategies to reduce spending and stabilize the district’s finances.

Planning documents outline a proposed 158,000-square-foot warehouse, fuel center and nearly 900 parking spaces near Bass Road.

New video showed an American surgeon infected in the Democratic Republic of Congo arriving by ambulance at a hospital in Germany.

The Department of Justice has indicted former Cuban President Raúl Castro.

Severe weather continued impacting large portions of the Northeast and South this week, bringing flooding, lightning strikes, extreme heat and travel disruptions.

The Vikings are trying to reach the state championship series for a third straight season as they host Athens Christian on Friday.

Georgia 511 says two southbound lanes near Rumble Road remain blocked following the crash.

Deputies say none of the injured were students and all three people taken to the hospital were listed in stable condition.

The blood drive will take place May 25 through May 29 at multiple locations across Middle Georgia, including Macon, Warner Robins, Gray, Centerville, Milledgeville and Dublin

Organizers say the center helps older adults stay socially engaged while building friendships and community connections.

Macon donors share personal and powerful reasons for giving blood ahead of Memorial Day week drive

Rising costs, community recognition and consumer protection.

President Donald Trump added another win to his growing list of Republican rivals pushed out of office.

Evacuation orders and warnings remained in effect Tuesday as multiple wildfires continued burning across Southern California.

Unofficial results show Garrett-Boyd earned about 56% of the vote in the four-candidate race.

Bechtel says he will continue ongoing projects and focus on safe, clean water and economic development across Bibb County.

Public safety would receive 57% of funding as leaders aim to keep property tax rates steady in Macon-Bibb County

“Mental Health Awareness Month is so important because we're trying to break and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health,” said Dr. Robyn Cotney with Piedmont Macon Behavioral Health.

Morton received 14,998 votes in the race (56.79%). Kerry Hatcher received 11,410 votes.

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