Macon-Bibb Recreation Department to host family movie night

This month’s feature is Inside Out 2, offering families a chance to enjoy the film together in a relaxed outdoor setting.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb Recreation Department will hold its monthly Family Movie Night on Friday. The event is June 20, 2025 at Tattnall Square Park, which is located at 1155 College Street. Seating and concessions will open at 7:30 p.m., with the movie starting shortly after. This month’s feature is Inside Out 2, offering families a chance to…

Macon-Bibb government offices closed June 19 for Juneteenth, trash schedule not impacted

Macon Black Culture will host a Juneteenth Wreath Ceremony at 10 a.m. in front of Macon-Bibb City Hall.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County will observe the federal holiday Juneteenth by closing all government offices, including the court system, on Thursday, June 19, 2025. Emergency and law enforcement services will remain operational, including the Fire Department, Sheriff’s Office, E-911, and Emergency Management Agency (EMA). The 11th Street Convenience Center, normally open seven days a week, and the Convenience…

UPDATE: Three men wanted on drug trafficking charges in Macon, now in custody

Investigators say all three suspects turned themselves in.

UPDATE: (6/18/25) – Three Macon men wanted for drug offenses are now in custody, according to the FBI Atlanta Field Office. Investigators say two of the men turned themselves at the federal courthouse in Macon, and the other turned himself into Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The FBI Atlanta Field Office is searching for three men wanted…

Inmate fatally stabbed during altercation at Hancock State Prison, officials say

Andrews said the stabbing happened around 2:30 p.m. on June 17 while the inmate was outside in the prison yard.

HANCOCK COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An inmate was fatally stabbed at Hancock State Prison on Tuesday, according to Hancock County Coroner Dontrelle Andrews. Andrews said the stabbing happened around 2:30 p.m. on June 17 while the inmate was outside in the prison yard. He said there was a physical altercation with another inmate that led to the fatal stabbing. The…

Tech Report: TikTok deadline likely extended again as tech industry faces major shifts

The Trump administration is expected to extend the deadline for the app’s U.S. operations once again, potentially delaying a ban for the third time.

(LILAMAX)- If you’ve been enjoying your time on TikTok, you may get to keep scrolling — at least for now. The Trump administration is expected to extend the deadline for the app’s U.S. operations once again, potentially delaying a ban for the third time. Without an extension, TikTok would have gone dark on June 19, as previously ordered, mirroring an…

Morning Business Report: Blue-Collar wages climb as economy faces mixed signals

The Trump administration is highlighting recent economic gains for blue-collar workers.

(LILAMAX)- The Trump administration is highlighting recent economic gains for blue-collar workers, pointing to a significant rise in wages over the past few months. According to administration officials, wages for nonsupervisory and production workers — commonly referred to as blue-collar employees — have increased at an annual rate of 1.7% over the last five months. That marks the largest wage…

Tensions rise as President Trump weighs military options against Iran

President Donald Trump is facing a critical decision inside the White House: how far the U.S. should go to support Israel in dismantling Iran’s nuclear program.

(NBC)- Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, President Donald Trump is facing a critical decision inside the White House: how far the U.S. should go to support Israel in dismantling Iran’s nuclear program. “Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon,” the president said Tuesday, following a high-level meeting in the White House Situation Room with his national security team. During…

Federal Reserve expected to hold interest rates amid global uncertainty

As economic tensions rise overseas, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve today as it prepares to announce its latest decision on interest rates.

(CNN)- As economic tensions rise overseas, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve today as it prepares to announce its latest decision on interest rates. Most analysts expect the Fed to hold rates steady, despite growing concerns about inflation, rising oil prices, and pending tariffs. “The hard data are showing that the U.S. economy is doing very well and inflation…

Hollywood Minute: Tom Cruise to receive first Oscar at upcoming Academy ceremony

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced it will honor Cruise with an honorary Oscar.

(CNN)- Tom Cruise is finally getting his Oscar, but not through traditional competition. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced it will honor Cruise with an honorary Oscar this year for his contributions to the filmmaking and stunt performer communities. Country music icon Dolly Parton will also be recognized with an honorary Oscar, highlighting her humanitarian efforts. Both…

Macon Bacon Improve to 6-9 with Victory Over the Flamingos

The Macon Bacon defeated the Florence Flmaingos 6-2 on Tuesday night at Luther Williams Field

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Bacon bounced back under the lights of Luther Williams Field on National Mascot Day with a 6-2 victory over the Florence Flamingos on Tuesday night. Coming off a big loss Monday, Macon wasted no time setting the tone early, racking up four hits and three runs in the first inning before storms forced…

Warner Robins Police: Real-Time Crime Center is ‘game changer’

“What I'm most excited about is the value to the community.”

(Photo Credit: Fiona King /41NBC)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After several years, the Real-Time Crime Center at the Law Enforcement Center in Warner Robins is officially operational. The state-of-the-art facility gives the police department access to real-time data, surveillance feeds, and analytical tools that will transform how they tackle crime and help keep the community safe. Police Chief Wayne Fisher described…

UPDATE: Centerville residents vote in new Mayor

J. Michael Evans defeated Justin Wright with 565 votes to 414 votes.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)UPDATE (11:30 p.m.): After final election results in the race for Centerville Mayor, J. Michael Evans defeated Justin Wright with 565 votes to 414 votes. For full election results including the race for new Council Chairman in Washington County, and the race for Wheeler County Tax Commission, click here. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Today, voters are heading…

UPDATE: GSP believes vehicle that struck, killed man on I-75 was red semi-truck

GSP says Richard Alan Dykes of Cochran was hit by a vehicle on Interstate 75 southbound near mile marker 109 just after 6 a.m on Tuesday. 

UPDATE (8/20/25): Georgia Department of Public Safety said in a Facebook post Wednesday that the suspect vehicle in the June 17 hit-and-run is now believed to be a medium red semi-truck with damage to the right-side headlight assembly. Investigators are still reviewing video from I-75 southbound near mile marker 109. The family of Richard Alan “Rad” Dykes is offering a…

UPDATE: Macon-Bibb Commissioners approve FY26 budget

Mayor Lester Miller’s proposed FY26 budget increases funding for safety, tech and beautification while keeping the millage rate steady.

FileUPDATE: (6/17/25)- On Tuesday, Macon-Bibb County Commission approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. The county says this year’s budget covering operations from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, represents an increase in spending across budgets, including more funds allocated for public safety, IT, beautification, and recreation. They say even with the increase, the millage rate is proposed to remain…

How Warner Robins plans to benefit from increased FY 2026 city budget

The city of Warner Robins will look to operate on a $179,863,519 budget for Fiscal Year 2026, a 12.6% increase from FY 2025. 

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The city of Warner Robins will look to operate on a $179,863,519 budget for Fiscal Year 2026, a 12.6% increase from FY 2025. “It’s going to be a really good end to this calendar year and going into the next calendar year,” said Mayor LaRhonda Patrick. The budget proposal includes a 9.6% increase in money…

Macon man sentenced to 25 years for 2022 shooting death of girlfriend’s father

Terrance Williams pleads guilty to voluntary manslaughter in domestic dispute turned deadly

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A local man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges stemming from a deadly domestic dispute that left his girlfriend’s father dead. Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney Anita Howard announced Tuesday that Terrance Williams, 28, entered a guilty plea to voluntary manslaughter and possession of a firearm during the commission of…

Ticks, snakes pose health risks as warm season activity increases, doctor warns

Piedmont Macon physician urges Georgians to take precautions outdoors this summer

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –As Middle Georgians spend more time outdoors this summer, a local physician is urging caution when it comes to two often-overlooked hazards: ticks and snakes. “Ticks, you need to be wary of them because they carry lots of diseases,” said Dr. Nicholas Michalakis, an internal medicine resident at Piedmont Macon. He explained that in the Middle Georgia…

Hawkinsville community plans Juneteenth celebrations at church and city park

Community leaders invite the public to two Juneteenth celebrations honoring freedom and unity

Juneteenth Freedom Day Flag, Photo Date: 06/19/2023HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Communities across the country are preparing to celebrate freedom this week in honor of Juneteenth, the federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. Lynn Johnson, president and CEO of the Hawkinsville-Pulaski Chamber of Commerce, and Freddie Yates with Hawkinsville Unity joined 41NBC to explain how local…

Morning Business Report: Federal meetings begin, bankruptcy filing, stock market rally

The Federal Reserve kicks off a two-day policy meeting today, where officials will review inflation trends, economic data, and geopolitical developments.

(LILAMAX)- The Federal Reserve kicks off a two-day policy meeting today, where officials will review inflation trends, economic data, and geopolitical developments. While interest rate cuts will be discussed, economists widely expect the Fed to hold steady for now—despite pressure from President Trump to lower rates. A pause means short-term interest rates, including those for credit cards and auto loans,…

Trump leaves G7 summit early amid rising tensions in Middle East

President Donald Trump abruptly departed the G7 summit in Canada, citing urgent national security matters related to Iran and its escalating conflict with Israel.

(CNN)-President Donald Trump abruptly departed the G7 summit in Canada, citing urgent national security matters related to Iran and its escalating conflict with Israel. “I have to be back, very important,” Trump said as he left the summit. According to the White House, the president is meeting with national security staff in the Situation Room to address developments in the…

Hollywood Minute: Comedy reboots, chart-topping hits, blockbuster cast reveals

Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson are turning heads in the first full trailer for The Naked Gun.

(CNN)- Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson are turning heads—and bringing the laughs—in the first full trailer for The Naked Gun. The reboot of the 1988 comedy classic is set to hit theaters this August, with Neeson starring as Frank Drebin, Jr., the son of the incompetent cop originally played by Leslie Nielsen. In the music world, Sabrina Carpenter has scored…

Update: Man in custody after shooting, police looking for second suspect

The fatal shooting happened at 2:55 a.m. on June 14 at the Riverview Park Apartments.

(Update) 6/17/2025 5:10 p.m. – One of the men wanted for a fatal shooting in Dublin is now in custody. D’Anglo Martin has turned himself in, according to the Dublin Police Department. (Update) 6/17/2025- Dublin police have now identified two suspects wanted in connection to the shooting that claimed the life of 31-year-old Jaquan Marquis Coney. According to the Dublin Police Department,…

Bibb County Sheriff: ‘Some people really need to be in jail’

He says the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney and the court system decides who can and be eligible for the Mayor's new program.

(Photo Credit: Fiona King /41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – On June 10, Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller announced new initiatives to improve conditions inside the Bibb County jail. Mayor Miller stated a 30-day audit will identify 150 inmates at the jail who’ve been charged with nonviolent offenses, and deemed not to be a threat to public safety.  Sheriff David Davis stressed…