Community Mourns Lauren Bullis Killed During Morning Walk In Atlanta
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Community mourns Lauren Bullis killed during morning walk in Atlanta

Neighbors gathered Tuesday for a prayer walk, retracing the same route Bullis took along Battle Forrest Drive where she was attacked.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- A community is coming together in grief following the death of Lauren Bullis, a 40-year-old woman killed while walking her dog. Neighbors gathered Tuesday for a prayer walk, retracing the same route Bullis took along Battle Forrest Drive where she was attacked. “We just wanted to come together in solidarity, in reflection,” said neighbor Chari Ponder. “Give everyone the…

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Welcomes New Jail Administrator As Expansion Begins
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Bibb County Sheriff’s Office welcomes new jail administrator

Colonel Samuel Jines, a veteran corrections official with national credentials, has been appointed Jail Administrator.
Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- As the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office launches phase one of its new jail expansion, a new leader is stepping in to oversee jail operations. Colonel Samuel Jines, a veteran corrections official with national credentials, has been appointed Jail Administrator. Jines will manage nearly 100 deputies, staff, and vendors as he takes on the challenges facing the Bibb County…

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WEEKEND WATCH: Family fun, festivals, food trucks, circus, and more

A complete guide to family-friendly festivals, food, and fun activities happening in Middle Georgia this weekend.
Fiona King,

CREDIT: MGNMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia is gearing up for a weekend full of festivals and family fun. Here is a list of some events going on. Picnic in the Park: Food Truck Festival set for Saturday This Saturday, Carolyn Crayton Park will transform into a haven for foodies and families alike with the Picnic in the Park: Food…

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Bibb County, Crawford County, Featured, Local News, Local Sports, Sports

10-year-old Crawford County girl wins pitchside World Cup experience

The young player won the experience during a surprise video call with a U.S. national team player.
Tucker Sargent,

(L): Bailey DeWitt at soccer practice; (R) Bailey and her mom Susanna during their phone call with Gisele ThompsonMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 10-year-old Middle Georgia soccer player is headed to the World Cup after winning a once-in-a-lifetime contest through a mobile app. Bailey DeWitt, who lives in Crawford County and has played at Macon Soccer Club since she was…

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Demolition begins on Bibb County jail improvement project in Macon

Leaders say this first phase will make way for a new parking lot, creating space for future expansion tied to the jail.
Gena Tripp,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The demolition of the James F. Higgins Memorial Building marks the beginning of phase one of Macon Bibb County’s jail improvement project. Leaders say this first phase will make way for a new parking lot, creating space for future expansion tied to the jail. Mayor Lester Miller says the work is part of a larger vision…

Monroe Butts Drug Bust
Featured, Georgia News, Local News, Monroe County

Operation Gatekeeper leads to more than 30 arrests in Middle Georgia drug investigation

A news release states that the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and Butts County Sheriff’s Office conducted a joint investigation that began in February 2026.
Monica Diaz-Meek, Gena Tripp,

Courtesy: Monroe County Sheriff’s OfficeMONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A months-long drug investigation spanning multiple counties in Georgia has led to dozens of arrests, according to law enforcement. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and Butts County Sheriff’s Office conducted a joint investigation, called Operation Gatekeeper, targeting a large-scale drug trafficking organization operating in north Monroe County and south Butts County….
Featured, Houston County, Local News

Two Warner Robins men sentenced in Middle Georgia drug trafficking case

Seventeen individual members of the drug trafficking organization were arrested in connection with the investigation.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Warner Robins men pleaded guilty and were sentenced in connection with a drug trafficking organization, according to the Houston County District Attorney’s Office. A news release states that 46-year-old Patrick Maurice Marshall and 36-year-old Jerod Rondell Hughes pleaded guilty on April 7, 2026, and were sentenced. Marshall was sentenced to a total of 35…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

Four injured after accidental gun discharge at Warner Robins Kroger

Police say firearm discharged from customer’s pocket, injuring four adults
41NBC Web Producer,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Gunfire at a Warner Robins Kroger left four people injured Wednesday night after an accidental discharge of a firearm inside the store. Officers responded around 9:14 p.m. to the Kroger at 774 Highway 96 after reports of a gunshot. According to a preliminary investigation, a customer was carrying a firearm in their pocket when it discharged…

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Macon ranks among highest foreclosure rates in U.S., new report finds

New data shows rising foreclosure activity locally and across Georgia
41NBC Web Producer,

Macon ranks among the highest foreclosure rates in the country, according to new housing data.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Macon is among the areas with the highest foreclosure rates in the country, according to a new housing market report. Data released by ATTOM shows the Macon metro area had one foreclosure filing for every 492 housing units in the first quarter of…

Hancock County Health Department Hosting “it Takes A Village” Community Resource Expo
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Hancock County Health Department hosting “It Takes A Village” Community Resource Expo

The 3rd Annual “It Takes A Village” Community Resource Expo is set to take place on Saturday, April 18, at the Hancock County Youth Center in Sparta.
Tyrik Wynn,

SPARTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Hancock County Health Department is inviting the community out for a day focused on health, wellness and connection. The event, scheduled for Saturday, April 18, will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is free and open to the public. Organizers say the expo is designed to bring together a wide range of resources…

Loaves And Fishes To Host Pickleball Fundraiser
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Loaves and Fishes to host pickleball fundraiser

The cost is $20 per player, and proceeds benefit the ministry.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Loaves and Fishes Ministry of Macon is hosting a pickleball fundraiser to raise money for the organization. The “Take A Bite Out of Hunger” pickleball tournament will feature events throughout Middle Georgia in April. The cost is $20 per player, and proceeds benefit the ministry. The tournament schedule includes: April 16: Tattnall Pickleball Center April 18:…

White House Says Iran Deal Close As U.s. Blockade And Senate Tensions Grow
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White House says Iran deal close as U.S. blockade and Senate tensions grow

The White House says it is optimistic a deal to end the conflict with Iran could be within reach, even as pressure on Tehran continues to escalate.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- The White House says it is optimistic a deal to end the conflict with Iran could be within reach, even as pressure on Tehran continues to escalate. “We feel good about the prospects of a deal,” said Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. The comments come as Donald Trump doubles down on his administration’s central demand. “They cannot have a nuclear…

Morning Business Report: Ticketmaster Monopoly Ruling, Fed Tensions And Ai Pivot Shake Business Landscape
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Morning Business Report: Ticketmaster monopoly ruling, Fed tensions and AI pivot shake business landscape

A major legal decision is shaking up the live entertainment industry after a jury found Live Nation and Ticketmaster operated as a monopoly.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- The verdict came after a lengthy trial in New York federal court, which included testimony from top music and entertainment executives. While fans have long complained about high ticket prices and fees, immediate relief is unlikely. A second trial will determine next steps, which could include breaking up the company. In Washington, tensions are rising between Donald Trump and…

Deadly School Shootings In Turkey Leave 9 Dead, Dozens Injured In Two Days
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Deadly school shootings in Turkey leave 9 dead, dozens injured in two days

A wave of deadly violence has shaken Turkey, where two school shootings in just two days have left communities reeling.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- A wave of deadly violence has shaken Turkey, where two school shootings in just two days have left communities reeling and raised urgent questions about safety. Authorities say at least eight children and one teacher were killed after a 14-year-old student opened fire inside a middle school. The attack is being described as the deadliest school shooting in the…

Child Injured In Random Knife Attack At Omaha Walmart, Suspect Shot By Police
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Child injured in random knife attack at Omaha Walmart, suspect shot by police

Authorities in Omaha are investigating a random attack inside a local Walmart that left a young child injured and the suspect dead.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- Authorities in Omaha are investigating a random attack inside a local Walmart that left a young child injured and the suspect dead. Police say 31-year-old Noemi Guzman entered a Walmart Tuesday morning, where she allegedly shoplifted a large knife before targeting a child inside the store. Investigators say Guzman approached the child, pulled him away from his caretaker and…

Hail, Tornadoes And Flooding Hit Central U.s., Causing Damage And Evacuations
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Hail, tornadoes and flooding hit central U.S., causing damage and evacuations

Severe weather is slamming parts of the central United States, bringing destructive hail, tornadoes and widespread flooding to multiple states.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- In Ohio, residents captured dramatic video of golf-ball-sized hail pounding the ground as powerful storms moved through the region Wednesday. The storms are part of a larger system that has produced more than two dozen reported tornadoes across the U.S. heartland since Monday night. One tornado struck Clinton Wednesday evening, causing significant damage.  Despite no reported injuries, officials say…
Bibb County, Featured

Pedestrian killed in collision on Pio Nono Avenue in Macon

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal traffic collision involving a pedestrian on Pio Nono Avenue.
Fiona King, Keenan Gibson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal traffic collision involving a pedestrian on Pio Nono Avenue. According to a news release, the crash happened at the intersection of Pio Nono Avenue and Ell Street. The call came into the Macon-Bibb Emergency 911 Center at 10:01 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Investigators say the…

Bs Report: Braves Haven't Lost A Series
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BS Report: Braves Haven’t Lost a Series

David Tufts, Bill Shanks,

The Atlanta Braves are back in action tonight at Truist Park in the rubber match of a three game set with the Miami Marlins. Atlanta won last nine after the Marlins won game one on Monday. Tonight, Bryce Taylor will be on the mound for Atlanta. Braves have not lost a series all year long. They split the four game…

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CGTC launches $100 million healthcare training program for high school students

New partnership between Central Georgia Technical College and Houston County Schools aims to fast track students into healthcare careers
Gena Tripp,

HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A $100 million investment is helping launch a new pathway for Middle Georgia students interested in healthcare. Central Georgia Technical College is partnering with Houston County School District and major hospital systems to train the next generation workforce through a new initiative tied to the STEM and Allied Health Academy. Students will have the opportunity…

Atrium Health Navicent Shares Tips For Navigating Seasonal Allergies
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Atrium Health Navicent shares tips for navigating seasonal allergies

Dr. Leslie David with Atrium Health Navicent said medications such as Zyrtec or Allegra can help with allergies.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent is sharing tips for navigating seasonal allergies. Dr. Leslie David with Atrium Health Navicent said allergies can come from different types of triggers, such as pollen from grass or different types of trees. “If you have a runny nose, if you have congestion, if you have watery eyes or puffy eyes that seem…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Two sentenced after 2022 fast-food robberies in Bibb County

The district attorney’s office said the group of teens targeted seven fast-food establishments in 2022.
Monica Diaz-Meek, Tucker Sargent,

Keion Freeman Jr. and Derrick Berry III (Credit: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people were sentenced after pleading guilty to a 2022 string of armed robberies targeting fast-food restaurants in Bibb County, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office. According to the news release from the DA’s office, Keion Freeman Jr. and Derrick Berry Jr….

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Featured, Georgia Business Focus, Local News

GEORGIA BUSINESS FOCUS: Major companies announcing new investments, leadership hires, and job opportunities

Executive appointments, major investments, new development projects, and nationwide hiring drive economic growth across Georgia.
Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – This week’s Georgia Business Focus: Blue Bird Corporation Appoints New SVP of Engineering Blue Bird Corporation, a leader in electric and low-emission school buses, has named Lyndon Lie as Senior Vice President of Engineering. Lie will oversee product development, platform engineering, innovation and execution for the company. Blue Bird’s CEO, John Wyskiel, says Lie’s leadership will…

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Rep. Austin Scott rebukes Trump over controversial Easter post

Middle Georgia congressman publicly criticizes social media image as inappropriate
41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- U.S. Rep. Austin Scott is speaking out after President Donald Trump posted an image on Easter Sunday that drew criticism online. Scott, who represents parts of Middle Georgia, addressed the post during a congressional committee meeting on Tuesday, calling it inappropriate. Scott: ‘Not okay’ “The Easter Sunday post about annihilating a civilization is not okay,” Scott said….

James Haggins
Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Monroe County school bus driver charged with DUI after “driving erratically”

The sheriff’s office says there were no students on the bus at the time.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

Courtesy: Monroe County Sheriff’s OfficeFORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Monroe County school bus driver was charged with DUI (drugs) Wednesday after deputies reported he was driving erratically, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies received a report that a Monroe County school bus was driving erratically in the area of Shi Road and Maynards Mill Road at 6:55 a.m….