(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Jordan says she was at the Bibb County Division of Children and Family Services office on March 19, seeking proof of employment. While waiting in line, Jordan says a deputy walked to the area. About five minutes later, Jordan says he looked back and asked her to move. “He was like, well, I…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia will see opportunities for isolated storms beginning Tuesday. This Evening A partly cloudy and warm afternoon will become a partly cloudy and warm night. Expect well above average temperatures as lows only drop into the lower 60s for most of the region. One or two upper 50s will be possible. Wind will be gentle…
WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT). — A Johnson State Prison correctional officer was arrested and fired this month after being accused of enabling an inmate assault, according to warrants and a statement from the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC). 26-year-old Baronique Burton of Dublin was charged with violation of oath by public officer and unlawful acts of violence in a penal institution….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sgt. Greg Thomas of Macon Regional Crimestoppers appeared on 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and share the word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media outlets, police departments, and law enforcement agencies across eight Middle Georgia counties to offer anonymous rewards for tips that lead to arrests. The following individuals are currently wanted: Darrian Jackson,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Golfers teed off for more than just trophies Monday at River North Country Club, as this year’s Salvation Army Charity Golf Tournament celebrated 125 years of service in Greater Macon. Dozens of players hit the course, all swinging for a cause. The annual tournament raises funds for the Salvation Army’s homeless shelter and vital programs that…
(CNN)- Movie lovers are in for a treat this week with a special “Sneak Peek Showcase” hitting theaters across North America. Hosted by The Cinema Foundation, the event will take place on Tuesday, April 22, and Thursday, April 24, with proceeds going to charity. The nearly 70-minute showcase will feature a blend of movie clips, behind-the-scenes footage, and previews of…
(LILAMAX)- Shipping giant DHL will suspend international shipments valued over $800 to U.S. consumers starting today. The move comes in response to updated U.S. customs regulations that now require formal entry processing for all imports exceeding that value. Sam’s Club is rolling out a new “friction-free” shopping experience by phasing out traditional checkouts. Shoppers will use the Sam’s Club mobile…
(NBC)- President Trump’s immigration policy is once again under legal fire after the U.S. Supreme Court temporarily halted the deportation of a group of Venezuelan migrants and alleged gang members. The court’s decision comes amid growing concerns that the individuals were being denied hearings to argue their cases — a process the court previously ruled was required under the wartime-era…
(CNN)- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing scrutiny after allegations surfaced that he used a non-government messaging app to discuss sensitive military operations. According to three sources, Hegseth participated in a Signal group chat earlier this year that included his brother, personal attorney, and spouse — just ahead of U.S. airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen. While both his brother…
DUBLIN, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – As the regular season winds down and playoff baseball looms, Dublin High School made sure its senior players went out in style. On a memorable Senior Night, the Fighting Irish honored their four seniors—not just on the field, but at a groundbreaking ceremony for a brand-new indoor baseball facility. The ceremony, held just beyond the…
(Photo Credit: Fiona King/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Local and national organizations are turning their focus to Black maternal health this week, raising awareness and calling for action to improve maternal outcomes for African American women. Elizabeth Larkins, Chief Nursing Officer at Piedmont Macon Medical, says the data is clear and alarming. “The United States is the most dangerous developed country…
(Photo Credit: Fiona King/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Fossett family’s pursuit of transparency following the 2024 death of Stephen Fossett at the Bibb County Jail is ongoing, and their attorney says they have yet to receive open records requested from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Attorney Mawuli Mel Davis, who represents the family, said during a news conference last week…
(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles lined College Street in Macon today to encourage their favorite Ingram-Pye Elementary School students. The school hosted a parent parade ahead of Georgia Milestones testing season, which kicks off next week. Last-minute studying before standardized testing can be stressful. That’s why family members decorated their cars with words…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful’s Asha Ellen is presenting a new documentary titled “The Perfect Gift,” which will explore the impact of organ donation and transplantation within the African American community. The film is based on real-life stories of African Americans whose lives were changed through organ donation. Ellen says the project is especially important because it brings…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With smiles on their faces, volunteers at the Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia quickly made about 1,500 hot meals on Friday to serve those dealing with hardship, homelessness and hunger in Middle Georgia. Michael Howell, one of those volunteers and a resident at the mission, says this is his second time helping. “I used to be…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – This Evening Friday was a warm and sunny end to the week with temperatures that climbed largely into the mid 80s this afternoon. Expect a warm night tonight as lows will hover around or just below the 60 degree mark. Wind will be out of the south at around 5-10 mph. Some fog will be possible…
Iquane Shaquille Brown (Photo: Houston County Sheriff’s Office)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An inmate charged in the murder of former Fort Valley State coach Sammy Jackson is now facing new felony charges after deputies say he attacked a jailer inside the Houston County Detention Center. According to an April 18 news release from the Houston County Sheriff’s Office, sent after…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Warner Robins man has been convicted of malice murder in connection with the 2024 shooting death of Michaela Chaney, according to Houston County District Attorney Eric Edwards. 24-year-old Jayveon Jermaine Bivins was convicted by a Houston County jury following a four-day trial. Bivins was found guilty of malice murder, felony murder, aggravated assault, concealing…
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A firearm belonging to a school resource officer was accidentally discharged this morning while the officer was preparing for duty in an area of the school that is restricted to students, according to a statement from Sheriff Buck Shannon. No students or staff were injured in the incident, and normal school operations were not disrupted. “The…
(LILAMAX)- As Tax Day passed on Tuesday, a new study by the National Taxpayers Union Foundation is shedding light on the overwhelming cost—both in time and money—Americans face each year just to comply with the U.S. tax system. According to the study, individual taxpayers spent an average of 13 hours and $290 to file their 2024 tax returns. The burden…
(CNN)- The latest trailer for “28 Years Later” reveals that time hasn’t healed the wounds left behind by the infected—or the survivors. With ominous lines like “There are many kinds of death… some are better than others,” the sequel promises to delve deeper into the emotional and physical toll of the post-apocalyptic world. The film hits theaters June 20. Meanwhile,…
(NBC)- President Trump is facing new criticism this morning as both his immigration and economic policies draw national attention. Fresh images emerged of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland resident who was deported to a notorious prison in El Salvador—an action the Trump administration now admits was due to an “administrative error.” Abrego Garcia, who has no criminal convictions, was allegedly…
(CNN)- A sense of shock and sorrow grips the Florida State University (FSU) community after a deadly shooting spree on campus left two people dead and several others wounded. Students and staff are sharing harrowing accounts of the violence that unfolded near the Student Union on Thursday. FSU student McKenzie Heeter described walking across the green space when she spotted…
UPDATE (4/23/25): – Two Dublin gang members have been sentenced to life in prison plus 410 years each for a 2024 double murder that also injured five others, according to a news release from Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr. On Monday, the Superior Court of Laurens County sentenced Jaswain Bell following his conviction earlier this month. Bell and co-defendant Quintez…