Scheduled water outage in Warner Robins on April 11

Residents in several neighborhoods of Warner Robins are advised to prepare for a scheduled water outage tomorrow, Friday, April 11th.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Residents in several neighborhoods of Warner Robins are advised to prepare for a scheduled water outage on, Friday, April 11th, as the City of Warner Robins Utility Department conducts fire hydrant replacement work at the corner of Madrid Street and Elmwood Drive. The outage will begin at 9 a.m. and last until 1 p.m., temporarily…

GOP plan sparks tension over Medicaid

Tensions are rising in Washington as lawmakers debate the future of key social programs in the face of a new budget blueprint.

(CNN)- Tensions are rising in Washington as lawmakers debate the future of key social programs in the face of a new budget blueprint. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R) says the House could vote on the Republican-backed plan today, which has already received approval from the Senate. If passed, it could set the course for U.S. spending in the coming years….

Hollywood Minute: J.Lo to host awards show

Superstar Jennifer Lopez is returning to the spotlight in a major way, taking on double duty as both host and performer at the 2025 American Music Awards.

(CNN)- Superstar Jennifer Lopez is returning to the spotlight in a major way, taking on double duty as both host and performer at the 2025 American Music Awards. The iconic event will air live from Las Vegas on CBS, Memorial Day — Monday, May 26th. Expect glamour, powerhouse vocals, and plenty of camera flashes as J.Lo takes center stage once…

Fort Valley State makes history as first HBCU to reach NCAA Men’s Volleyball Championship

The Wildcats Men's Volleyball Team Commemorates their Historic Championship Season with a Banner on Senior Night

FORT VALLEY, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On a night already filled with pride and celebration, Fort Valley State University added a historic milestone to its growing athletic legacy. During Senior Night at the Health and Physical Education Complex, the Wildcats honored their graduating student-athletes across multiple sports. But the highlight of the evening came with the unveiling of a new…

Sheriff: One dead after crash on Highway 102 in Washington County

A crash on Highway 102 just outside of Warthen left at least one person dead Wednesday, according to a Facebook post from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.

UPDATE (4/10 – 3:45 p.m.): Georgia State Patrol says the single-vehicle crash happened at 9:37 Wednesday night near 102 near Chalker Road. “The investigation revealed a westbound vehicle failed to maintain lane and exited the roadway,” GSP said in response to our inquiry. “The vehicle overturned and ejected the driver.” The driver, who has not been identified, was pronounced dead…

Houston County Humane Society faces spike in animal abandonment, calls for action

The Humane Society of Houston County says they are experiencing an epidemic of animal abandonment and that it's the worst they've seen in years.

CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Humane Society of Houston County says they are experiencing an epidemic of animal abandonment and that it’s the worst they’ve seen in years. Dee Allison, Director of the Houston County Humane Society, says the personal responsibility of pet ownership no longer resonates with some people, especially after animals started being left at the organization’s front…

Naturalization ceremony in Macon welcomes 22 new U.S. citizens from 15 countries

“I always wanted to get to this point to become a citizen," Elizabeth Mendoza said. "And I've been waiting and doing everything that I needed to do in order to achieve this goal.”

(Photo Credit: Fiona King/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A morning filled with pride and emotion unfolded at the federal courthouse in downtown Macon Wednesday, where 22 people from 15 countries were officially sworn in as new U.S. citizens during a naturalization ceremony. The courthouse was packed with friends, family, and supporters as applicants from nations including Iran, Mexico, South Korea, and…

Farah and Farah to host laptop giveaway

Farah and Farah employee, Alex Fadoul, says this opportunity is to help students further their education.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Farah & Farah are hosting a laptop giveaway for students across Georgia. Farah and Farah employee, Alex Fadoul, says this opportunity is to help students further their education through the Empowering Greatness Scholarship. The giveaway will help five Georgia high school seniors with a technology scholarship containing new laptops valued at more than $1,000 each to…

Central Georgia Autism to host annual Autism Rocks Music Festival

President of Central Georgia Autism Shelley Price says the event is open to the community.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Central Georgia Autism is hosting the annual Autism Rocks Music Festival this weekend. President of Central Georgia Autism Shelley Price says the event is open to the community. The event is April 12  from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Museum of Arts and Sciences, which is located at 4182 Forsyth Road in Macon. Tickets…

Warner Robins leaders celebrate new BJ’s Wholesale Club location with groundbreaking ceremony

The wholesale club store will be located at 6201 Watson Blvd. and is expected to open in the fall.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – City officials in Warner Robins celebrated the upcoming arrival of Middle Georgia’s first BJ’s Wholesale Club during a groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday. “Warner Robins and Middle Georgia, we’re ready for a wholesale store in our area without having to go to the Atlanta area,” said LaRhonda Patrick, Mayor of Warner Robins.  In the…

Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful, Publix host community cleanup at Memorial Park Recreation Center

“Being responsible citizens in our community is ingrained in our culture. Our founder, Mr. George always believed in that and so whenever we can give back to our community in more ways than one, then we're always happy to be here,” said Destry Smith, Assistant Store Manager for Publix.

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful and Publix partnered together on Wednesday hosting a community cleanup at the Memorial Park Recreation Center. According to Publix this is part of the company’s bi-annual Publix Serves Week where more than 7,000 associates across eight states will volunteer in over 150 projects across a two week period with state…

Communities in Schools students unveil mural at SOAR Academy

A handful of students worked with Erin Hawkins of Mama Hawk to create the installation.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – “You can come back from anything. It’s literally ya mindset.” Those are the words of American Rapper Rod Wave, and on Wednesday, his quote was unveiled in mural on a wall in a Communities in Schools classroom at SOAR Academy on Riverside Drive in Macon. A handful of students worked with Erin Hawkins of Mama Hawk…

Macon DA won’t charge Bibb County officers in inmate Stephen Fossett’s death

Fossett, an inmate at the Bibb County Jail, became unresponsive and died on May 25, 2024, after officers deployed tasers while trying to control his drug-induced, combative behavior, according to a news release.

Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon District Attorney’s Office will not pursue charges against Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies involved in the death of inmate Stephen Fossett. Fossett, an inmate at the Bibb County Jail, became unresponsive and died on May 25, 2024, after officers deployed tasers while trying to control his drug-induced, combative behavior, according to a…

Piedmont Macon to open new obstetrics emergency department

Director of Women's Services at Piedmont Macon Kari Willingham says expectant mothers can receive immediate, specialized care in their time of need.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Piedmont Macon opened a new Obstetrics Emergency Department (OB-ED) that is dedicated to treating emergency and unexpected prenatal and postpartum issues of women. Director of Women’s Services at Piedmont Macon Kari Willingham says expectant mothers can receive immediate, specialized care in their time of need. Willingham says that before this department was opened, expectant mothers with…

Morning Business Report: Tariffs Hit, markets tumble, and NASA eyes Mars

A 104% tariff on Chinese goods officially took effect at midnight, following China’s decision to let a deadline pass without lifting its retaliatory tariffs on the U.S.

(LILAMAX)-A 104% tariff on Chinese goods officially took effect at midnight, following China’s decision to let a deadline pass without lifting its retaliatory tariffs on the U.S. It’s not just China feeling the pressure — Customs and Border Protection also began collecting country-specific tariffs from 86 nations as part of the sweeping trade action. President Trump’s nominee to lead NASA,…

Trump’s global tariffs take effect, rattling markets and sparking political debate

President Trump's trade war escalated overnight as sweeping tariffs on imports from around the world officially took effect just after midnight.

(NBC)- President Trump’s trade war escalated overnight as sweeping tariffs on imports from around the world officially took effect just after midnight, sending a chill through Wall Street and rattling global markets. “I know what the hell I’m doing,” President Trump declared, defending the strategy as part of his broader economic vision. The newly imposed tariffs—described as unprecedented in scale—are…

Hollywood Minute: Tom Cruise brings action to Cannes, while a baseball classic hits streaming

Tom Cruise is set to make waves at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival with the world premiere of Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning.

(CNN)- Tom Cruise is set to make waves at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival with the world premiere of Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning. The action-packed blockbuster debuts on May 14th in France, ahead of its U.S. theatrical release on May 23rd. The latest installment teases high stakes and global peril, with Cruise’s Ethan Hunt once again tasked with…

33-year-old man hospitalized after Tuesday night shooting in Fort Valley

Fort Valley police are investigating a shooting that injured a 33-year-old man Tuesday night on Spruce Street.

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Fort Valley police are investigating a shooting that injured a 33-year-old man Tuesday night on Spruce Street. According to Fort Valley Police Chief DJ Flores, officers responded to the 100 block of Spruce Street around 5 p.m. after receiving reports of a gunshot. When officers arrived, they found a 33-year-old man had been shot in…

State Rep. Dale Washburn vows to continue fight against school zone speed cameras

House Bill 225, which was crafted by Washburn and proposed a statewide ban on the cameras, died after state legislatures failed to adopt it before last Friday’s deadline. Now, Bibb County Sheriff David Davis will decide if the county will collect fines from the cameras.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – State Rep. Dale Washburn (R-Macon) says he will continue efforts to ban school zone speeding cameras in Macon and across the state. House Bill 225, which was crafted by Washburn and proposed a statewide ban on the cameras, died after state legislatures failed to adopt it before last Friday’s deadline. According to Macon-Bibb…

Wanted Milledgeville man tased, arrested after hiding in crawl space following neighborhood theft

Officers with the Milledgeville Police Department arrested 30-year-old Dajuan Nikil McCormick on multiple outstanding warrants and new theft charges Tuesday afternoon after a foot chase.

Photo: Milledgeville Police Department/FacebookMILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Officers with the Milledgeville Police Department arrested 30-year-old Dajuan Nikil McCormick on multiple outstanding warrants and new theft charges Tuesday afternoon after a foot chase. According to a post on the Milledgeville Police Department Facebook page, officers responded to a call reporting a theft in the Riverview subdivision. After speaking with the complainant…

Truck driver sentenced to 15 years in 2020 Macon crash that killed Pastor Clifford Scott

A commercial truck driver has been sentenced to 15 years, with six to be served in custody, after pleading guilty to first-degree vehicular homicide in a distracted driving crash that killed a Macon pastor nearly five years ago.

Photo: Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A commercial truck driver has been sentenced to 15 years, with six to be served in custody, after pleading guilty to first-degree vehicular homicide in a distracted driving crash that killed a Macon pastor nearly five years ago. According to a news release from the Office of Macon Judicial Circuit…

Dickey Farms preparing for promising peach season in Musella

After bad seasons in the recent past due to weather, Lee Dickey says he's excited for customers to enjoy fresh fruit.

MUSELLA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It’s almost that time of year when sweet Georgia peaches are ready to be picked and taken home, and this season is shaping up to be a good one. Lee Dickey, co-owner of Dickey Farms, says the weather has been just right for an upcoming successful peach harvest. “Right now, the peaches have been responding,” he…

Forsyth daycare has 10 days to appeal after license revoked following investigation

The Forsyth Methodist Church’s Caring for Kids Daycare will permanently shut down, pending an appeal window, following the revocation of its license by the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL).

(Photo Credit: Fiona King /41NBC)FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Forsyth Methodist Church’s Caring for Kids Daycare will permanently shut down, pending an appeal window, following the revocation of its license by the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL). The decision comes after a formal investigation revealed serious violations that endangered the physical and mental well-being of children at…

Fort Valley State University Choir to perform at Bethel CME Church

Church member Malcolm Hunter says this event is aimed at spreading the love of Jesus and bringing together the Middle Georgia community.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Fort Valley State University Choir is set to perform at Bethel CME Church this weekend. Church member Freeman Lester says Bethel CME Church has a long history in the Macon community and they want to continue serving Middle Georgia. The event is April 12 at 6 p.m. and will cost attendees $20 per person. The…