Daybreak sleepout event raises over $329,000 to support homeless community

While this year's total fell slightly short of the $334,986 raised last year, Sister Mallott emphasized that the funds raised are crucial to the organization's mission.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Last month, more than sixty participants spent the night outdoors in the 12th Annual Daybreak Sleepout, an event dedicated to raising awareness and support for the homeless community.  On Monday, Sister Deborah Mallott, director of DePaul USA Daybreak, along with keyboardist and musical director Chuck Leavell, revealed the results of this year’s sleepout.  The event raised a…

Two dead in fatal crash on Depot Street in Wilcox County

Troopers were dispatched to a single-vehicle accident on Depot Street around 7:19 p.m. on March 26. 

WILCOX COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people are dead after a fatal crash on Wednesday, according to Georgia State Patrol (GSP). Troopers were dispatched to a single-vehicle accident on Depot Street around 7:19 p.m. on March 26. The news release states that all three occupants had been ejected from the overturned vehicle. The initial investigation showed the vehicle was traveling…

Crimestoppers seeks suspect wanted for burglary in Houston County

Today's word of the day: Connect

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and discuss the word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media organizations, police departments and other law enforcement agencies in eight Middle Georgia counties to provide anonymous rewards for tips that lead to criminal arrests. Gregernal Smith, male. He’s wanted by the Houston…

Sunny skies return Tuesday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sunnier conditions will be back for Middle Georgia after a cloudy weekend and start to the week. This Evening Storm activity will subside ahead of suppertime tonight, however expect clouds to linger into the overnight hours. It will be a cooler night with low temperatures expected in the upper 40s and lower 50s, or almost 15…

Man arrested for sexually abusing, grooming child in Wrightsville

According to the news release, between June of 2024 and February of 2025, Holland made contact with a child on four separate occasions and sexually abused the victim.

WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested for aggravated sexual battery of a minor and grooming, according to the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office. 39-year-old Andrew Holland was arrested on March 28 and charged with four counts of aggravated sexual battery on a minor and four counts of grooming of a minor for sexual offense with a child. On March…

Man arrested at Hubbard Elementary School in Monroe County, charges pending

According to the news release, an unauthorized man was found walking on the campus of Hubbard Elementary School on March 31.

MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested Monday morning after he was found walking on the campus of Hubbard Elementary School, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. According to the news release, an unauthorized man was found walking on the campus of Hubbard Elementary School on March 31. The Hubbard administrative team was notified, and the Monroe…

Severe weather starts the beginning of the new week

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A strong surface cold front extending from another low near Chicago to north Texas will push across the area today, exiting the area by Monday evening. A deep layer of moisture continues to increase across the region today. Expect cloud cover to remain however, some models are indicating a few strong to borderline severe storms are…

Morning Business Report: Trump’s tariffs, Musk sales X, and market woes

President Donald Trump has threatened tariffs on Russian oil, expressing anger at Russian President Vladimir Putin for failing to reach a ceasefire with Ukraine.

(LLILAMAX)- President Donald Trump has threatened tariffs on Russian oil, expressing anger at Russian President Vladimir Putin for failing to reach a ceasefire with Ukraine. Trump also suggested the possibility of secondary tariffs on countries that do business with Russia. Meanwhile, The Wall Street Journal reports that broader tariffs of 20% are back on the table, with those tariffs set…

Trump returns to Washington for busy week amid tariff rollout and controversial comments

The president grabbed headlines by addressing the possibility of seeking a third term, which is prohibited by the Constitution.

(NBC)- President Donald Trump is back in Washington for a busy week, with his massive reciprocal tariff plan set to roll out Wednesday targeting all U.S. trading partners. Trump emphasized that the tariffs would apply universally, stating, “You’d start with all countries.” The president also grabbed headlines by addressing the possibility of seeking a third term, which is prohibited by…

Hollywood Minute: Denzel Washington confirms role in “Black Panther 3”

Ryan Coogler has confirmed Washington's involvement in Marvel's "Black Panther 3."

Back in November, Denzel Washington teased that he would have a role in Black Panther 3, a film Marvel has yet to officially announce. Now, director Ryan Coogler has confirmed Washington’s involvement, sharing his excitement on the Nightcap podcast. “I’ve been dying to work with Denzel,” Coogler said. “I’ve got every intention of working with him on that movie. As…

Trump plans broad reciprocal tariffs, warns of rising prices

President Donald Trump announced that the reciprocal tariffs he plans to unveil Wednesday will apply to all nations.

(CNN)- President Donald Trump announced that the reciprocal tariffs he plans to unveil Wednesday will apply to all nations, expanding beyond the previous focus on countries with the largest trade deficits. This announcement comes after Treasury Secretary’s earlier remarks suggesting that the tariffs would target countries with significant trade imbalances. Trump also emphasized that any trade deal related to the…

Macon attempts Guinness World Record for largest kazoo ensemble

According to Visit Macon, the current record is 5,190 participants, set in London in 2011.

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Hundreds gathered Friday at the Atrium Health Amphitheater with kazoos in hand to attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the largest kazoo ensemble. According to Visit Macon, the current record is 5,190 participants, set in London in 2011. Admission was originally $5, free for children, and later made free for everyone…

Carl Vinson VA Medical Center launches Medical Foster Home Program for veterans

he program provides an alternative to traditional nursing home care for veterans who require assistance.

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center is seeking help for its newly launched “Medical Foster Home Program,” a national initiative that allows veterans to live in a home-like environment while maintaining their independence. The program provides an alternative to traditional nursing home care for veterans who require assistance. Joanie Oxley, a licensed clinical social worker with…

Piedmont Macon surgeon performs 1,000 robotic gallbladder surgeries, changing lives

Dr. John Williams has performed 1,000 successful robotic gallbladder surgeries and says he’s not stopping anytime soon.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Gallbladder surgery is a major procedure, and Piedmont Macon is celebrating 1,000 successful robotic gallbladder surgeries. Dr. John Williams has performed 1,000 successful robotic gallbladder surgeries and says he’s not stopping anytime soon. Dr. Williams of Piedmont Macon said the robotic program has changed many lives. He credits advancements in technology for making a world of…

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office seeks help identifying suspects in Freedom Park burglary

On March 27, three masked individuals broke into the concession stand at Freedom Park, 3301 Roff Avenue, after 11 p.m.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help identifying suspects involved in a commercial burglary at Freedom Park Recreation Center, according to a news release. The Sheriff’s Office said the incident was reported to the Macon-Bibb Emergency 911 Center at 12:09 p.m. on March 28. On March 27, three masked individuals broke into…

Bibb County School District still undecided on school consolidation; considers rezoning instead

The school board is weighing all options to get each of its elementary schools to an enrollment of at least 450 students to be deemed "operationally efficient" by the state and avoid a loss of funding.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After a series of town halls and passionate debate, the Bibb County School District is undecided not just on which schools to consolidate but whether or not to consolidate at all. For the district, declining student enrollment means facing a budget shortfall in fiscal year 2026. The school board is weighing all options…

Macon man faces charges after attacking woman on Thomaston Road

The aggravated assault occurred March 18 off Thomaston Road.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested for aggravated assault after attacking a woman, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The aggravated assault occurred March 18 off Thomaston Road. According to a news release, deputies responded to a domestic violence call and took a suspect into custody. The Sheriff’s Office said the suspect attempted to kick in the…

Southwest Boys Basketball Parade This Sunday

Southwest High School will be holding a parade on Sunday afternoon from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. to honor the Patriots Boys Basketball Team

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Sunday afternoon, Southwest High School will be holding a parade to celebrate the Patriots’ Boys’ Basketball team on their excellent Regional Two-A Division-One Championship winning-season. Line the streets with school colors to celebrate with the team as the parade starts at Williamson Road at Central Georgia Technical College at 2 p.m. and ends at…

UPDATE: Man in custody for January murder in Macon

According to a Bibb County Sheriff's office news release, deputies responded to the 3900 block of Hattie Drive just before 11 p.m. and found the man with a gunshot wound.

UPDATE: (3/27) – An arrest has been made in the murder of a man in Macon earlier this year. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says a Crimestoppers tip led to the arrest of Rickey Terrell Parks Jr., who was wanted in connection to the shooting death of 31-year-old Kyle Alexander Brown. Brown was found with a gunshot wound in the 3900…

Man faces charges after attempting to flee with gun during traffic stop

According to deputies, they stopped Joseph Edward Dawley on Worsham Avenue, due to no tag and only one working taillight. 

Suspect ArrestedMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is taken into custody Wednesday night, after Bibb County deputies say he ran from them during a traffic stop. According to deputies, they stopped Joseph Edward Dawley on Worsham Avenue, due to no tag and only one working taillight. Deputies say he pulled into a driveway almost hitting a front porch, jumped out…

Kazoo expert visits Middle Georgia in hopes of breaking world record

"Guinness is very particular about handing out records for large ensembles, and the current record for the largest kazoo ensemble is held by a theater in London, with 5,190 kazoos."

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Kazoo player Rick Hubbard is visiting schools around Macon to share his love for the kazoo, as Macon attempts to set a Guinness Book World Record.  “The kazoo was of course invented in Macon, and we would like the kids to know a little bit about the history. It’s a very interesting history, how the kazoo…

Ground breaks for the start of Phase 3 of improvements at Filmore Thomas Park

“We look forward to the opportunity to have more parties, to have more gatherings, to have plays and to give our businesses also an opportunity to use this park for their entertainment as well,” said Brendalyn Bailey, District 9 Commissioner for Macon-Bibb County.

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After 5 years, ground was broken on Thursday to start Phase 3 of improvements at Filmore Thomas Park. Pro Construction of Georgia is in charge of the new improvements and according to a press release, Phase 3, funded with $506,000 from the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST), which was recently approved…

First responders urge caution as critical fire weather conditions expected across Middle Georgia

The National Weather Service has issued a Fire Danger Statement for several counties, including Bibb, Peach, Houston, Jones, Twiggs and Baldwin.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Fire Danger Statement for several Middle Georgia counties, including Bibb, Peach, Houston, Jones, Twiggs and Baldwin through at least Friday. The alert is due to expected warm temperatures, mixed with low humidity and strong wind gusts. “We have had some rain, but it’s not necessarily…

More clouds Friday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Cloud cover and humidity will begin to increase ahead of the weekend. This Evening Mostly sunny skies will become partly cloudy overnight tonight as wind from the southeast rolls in at around 5 mph. Fire danger remains high with a Fire Danger Statement in effect until 8 PM EDT due to extremely low relative humidity. Expect…