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Getting to know Macon County Sheriff Carlos Felton

Felton, 49, was retired before entering the race, but brings nearly three decades of law enforcement experience into the role. He was sworn in last Wednesday, becoming just the second Black sheriff in Macon County's history.

March 26, 2025

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC) MACON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – One of the closest election contests across Middle Georgia last week saw Macon County elect Carlos Felton its new sheriff. “I’ve always aspired to be a chief law enforcement officer,” Felton said. Felton made that a dream a reality and did so by taking an unlikely route. Felton defeated interim sheriff…

Man arrested for obstruction, marijuana possession after traffic stop in Houston County

On March 8 at 2:02 p.m., a member of the Houston County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Division initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling southbound on Interstate 75.

March 26, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested for obstruction of officers in March, according to the Houston County Sheriff’s Office. On March 8 at 2:02 p.m., a member of the Houston County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Division initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling southbound on Interstate 75. The vehicle was traveling 63 miles per hour in the left…

Man found dead in vacant lot in Byron, GBI to conduct autopsy

A 48-year-old man was found dead Wednesday morning in a vacant lot in Byron, according to Peach County Coroner Kerry Rooks.

March 26, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 48-year-old man was found dead Wednesday morning in a vacant lot in Byron, according to Peach County Coroner Kerry Rooks. Rooks said someone walking through an empty lot on Boy Scout Road near Canady Street found the body of Terrence Trammell around 8 a.m. Trammell was last seen around 7 p.m. Tuesday, Rooks said, and…

UPDATE: Boil water advisory in Jeffersonville lifted

The City of Jeffersonville issued a boil water advisory Monday night after a 6-inch water main break on Solomon Drive.

March 26, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (3/26/25): The boil water advisory issued Monday night for parts of Jeffersonville has been lifted. “BOIL WATER ADVISORY has been lifted for the CITY OF JEFFERSONVILLE as of 1:15PM!” an update on the city’s Facebook page stated. “All testing has been cleared!” ORIGINAL STORY (3/24/25): JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Jeffersonville issued a boil water advisory Monday…

Georgia lawmakers reintroduce bill to establish Ocmulgee Mounds as first National Park and preserve

Georgia lawmakers are once again pushing to make Ocmulgee Mounds the state's first National Park and Preserve.

March 26, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Georgia lawmakers are once again pushing to make Ocmulgee Mounds the state’s first National Park and Preserve. U.S. Representatives Austin Scott and Sanford D. Bishop, along with Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock, have reintroduced the Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve Establishment Act. “Establishing the Ocmulgee Mounds and surrounding areas as Georgia’s first National Park and…

Tech Report: Apple WWDC, OpenAI, BYD vs. Tesla, and AT&T AutoPay changes

Apple has announced that its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) will begin the week of June 9.

March 26, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Apple has announced that its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) will begin the week of June 9. While the event will be held entirely online, the keynote presentation will be in person. According to Bloomberg News, AI will be a major focus, but the highlight is expected to be the unveiling of iOS 19’s redesigned interface. Apple is also…

Hollywood Minute: “Princess Mononoke” in IMAX

The animated classic gets a 4K restoration, plus news on Anne Hathaway in "Verity" and Patricia Clarkson in "Lilly."

March 26, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Studio Ghibli fans rejoice “Princess Mononoke” is back on the big screen! Hayao Miyazaki’s fantasy epic has been remastered in 4K for its 40th anniversary and is now showing in IMAX theaters starting today, March 26. Fans can experience the animated film in both its original Japanese version and an English-dubbed edition. A highly anticipated psychological thriller is on…

Outrage grows over accidental group chat of sensitive U.S. airstrike details

On Capitol Hill, a growing outcry is surrounding a Signal group chat between top U.S. officials that discussed sensitive details of impending airstrikes in Yemen.

March 26, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)-On Capitol Hill, a growing outcry is surrounding a Signal group chat between top U.S. officials that discussed sensitive details of impending airstrikes in Yemen—an exchange that included an inadvertently added journalist. Senator Michael Bennet (D-Colorado) condemned the incident, calling it “sloppiness, incompetence, and disrespect” for intelligence agencies and their personnel, deeming it “entirely unacceptable.” In contrast, President Donald Trump…

President Trump signed an executive order requiring proof of citizenship for voting in federal elections

President Donald Trump signed an executive order yesterday aimed at strengthening proof of citizenship requirements for voting in federal elections.

March 26, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- In a move that has sparked debate, President Donald Trump signed an executive order yesterday aimed at strengthening proof of citizenship requirements for voting in federal elections. The order would mandate that voters provide additional documentation proving U.S. citizenship before casting their ballots. During a recent interview, Trump commented, “We should go to voter ID and just one other…

Missing Boater Baldwin County Lake Sinclair Gfx

UPDATE: Crews recover body of man whose boat was found capsized on Lake Sinclair on Monday

Crews have recovered the body of a man whose boat was found capsized and floating in Lake Sinclair on Monday.

March 25, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Photos: Baldwin County Fire Rescue/FacebookUPDATE (3/25/25): Crews have recovered the body of a man whose boat was found capsized and floating in Lake Sinclair on Monday. According to an update from Baldwin County Fire Rescue, the body was recovered on Tuesday after a search that started Monday night. When reached by phone, Baldwin County Coroner John Gonzalez confirmed a body…

Longtime food vendors return for 43rd Cherry Blossom Festival

The Pinkest Party on Earth has seen some vendors return for decades.

March 25, 2025

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – For some food vendors traveling year-round along the east coast, there’s something about the Cherry Blossom Festival that sets it apart from all the other stops. “We come out here for great entertainment, a great time, to serve some great pizza and enjoy all our friends here in Georgia,” said Brian Gillette, the…

Tina’s Barber & Style Shop demolished after 45 years as Warner Robins revitalization pushes forward

Operation Reawaken took another step toward revitalizing Warner Robins' downtown district on Tuesday with the demolition of Tina’s Barber & Style Shop.

March 25, 2025

Fiona King,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Operation Reawaken took another step toward revitalizing Warner Robins’ downtown district on Tuesday with the demolition of Tina’s Barber & Style Shop. Emotions ran high during the demolition, leaving longtime owners feeling bittersweet. Tina’s had served the community for 45 years; it was a staple where generations of residents—including many from Robins Air Force Base—gathered…

Piedmont doctor shares tips for allergy season

Piedmont Primary Care physician Dr. Syed Rizvi says people with severe allergies can contact their primary care physician.

March 25, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Allergy season is officially here in Middle Georgia and a Macon doctor is urging people to be prepared. Piedmont Primary Care physician Dr. Syed Rizvi says allergies can be year round, but typically are most noticeable in the Spring. If you have any questions, contact Dr. Syed Rizvi at 478-757-6400. Rizvi is located at 420 Charter…

Dublin senior Tristen Ellis reflects on $1.3M in scholarships, urges students to dream bigger

"The University of Georgia," he said. "That's the one that stood out to me. Because, when I went on campus for the first time, I could just feel the family environment. I felt very similar to what I feel here at Dublin High School."

March 25, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Tristen Ellis, a senior at Dublin High School, has earned more than $1.3 million in merit-based scholarships and received acceptance letters from 60 colleges and universities across the country. Ellis says he was shocked when he first realized the amount of scholarship money he had earned. “It was very overwhelming at first,” he said Tuesday. “Like,…

Sheriff: Human remains found in Crawford County identified as missing Bibb County woman

Law enforcement has identified human remains found last month in a wooded area of Crawford County as those of a missing Bibb County woman, according to a Tuesday news release from the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office.

March 25, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Law enforcement has identified human remains found last month in a wooded area of Crawford County as those of a missing Bibb County woman, according to a Tuesday news release from the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office. The release says Crawford County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call about human remains discovered off Lower Hartley Bridge Road…

More wind expected Wednesday

March 25, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sunny skies and warm conditions will continue as the wind increases Wednesday. This Evening Sunny skies from the afternoon will stay clear tonight. Expect wind from the west to become more northwesterly overnight, staying rather calm. Dew points have dropped back into the low to mid 40s which is where lows should end up by tomorrow…

Arkwright Road to close for repairs March 25-26, reopen March 27

The road will be closed March 25-26 to be repaired.

March 25, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Arkwright Road will be closed on both sides to repair the road, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The road will be closed March 25-26 to be repaired. The road closure will begin at 10 a.m. today and is expected to reopen on March 27. Categories: Bibb County, Featured, Georgia News, Local News, WMGT Tags:…

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Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores March 17-21

The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, March 17 and Friday, March 21.

March 25, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — This week’s Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health. The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, March 17 and Friday, March 21. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…

Morning Business Report: Trump announces new tariffs targeting key industries

President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose tariffs on automobiles and pharmaceuticals, later expanding the list to include the lumber and semiconductor industries.

March 25, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose tariffs on automobiles and pharmaceuticals, later expanding the list to include the lumber and semiconductor industries. This marks a shift from earlier reports suggesting the tariffs would be more targeted rather than broad-based. Additionally, Trump unveiled a plan to impose a 25% tariff on all countries purchasing oil and gas from…

White House in damage control after accidental journalist leak in military chat

The White House is scrambling to contain the fallout after a journalist was accidentally added to a group chat where top U.S. officials were reportedly discussing sensitive military plans.

March 25, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- The White House is scrambling to contain the fallout after a journalist was accidentally added to a group chat where top U.S. officials were reportedly discussing sensitive military plans. The chat, which took place on the unclassified commercial messaging app Signal, included discussions about bombing Iranian-backed forces in Yemen earlier this month. Jeffrey Goldberg, Editor-in-Chief of The Atlantic, says…

Hollywood Minute: Bo Derek Recalls Tommy Boy

The actress and model recently reflected on her time filming the comedy classic.

March 25, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- It has been 30 years since Bo Derek’s unforgettable pool scene in Tommy Boy. The actress and model recently reflected on her time filming the comedy classic, recalling how difficult it was to keep a straight face while working alongside Chris Farley and David Spade. “You know, David and Chris—every take could change the scene completely and surprise you,”…

Calls grow for investigation after alleged cabinet-level security breach

Reports surfaced that members of the Trump administration’s cabinet discussed U.S. military operations over Signal, an non-governmental messaging app.

March 25, 2025

Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)-Senator Roger Wicker (R), Chair of the Armed Services Committee, has assured the public that Congress will be looking into an alleged security breach involving high-ranking officials. The controversy erupted after reports surfaced that members of the Trump administration’s cabinet discussed U.S. military operations over Signal, an encrypted but non-governmental messaging app. Editor-in-Chief of The Atlantic, Jeffrey Goldberg, claims he…

UPDATE: Bibb deputies say man who escaped from downtown Macon hospital is back in custody

Drickis Keon McCree is now back in custody. According to the sheriff's office, patrol deputies and investigators took him into custody in the area of Madison and Walnut Streets just before 7 p.m.

March 24, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeUPDATE (7:55 p.m.): Drickis Keon McCree is now back in custody. According to the sheriff’s office, patrol deputies and investigators took him into custody in the area of Madison and Walnut Streets just before 7 p.m. He was taken to the Bibb County Jail. ORIGINAL STORY (6:38 p.m.): MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s…

Stratford celebrates arts, creativity with annual event

"I hope they leave feeling a little happier, a little lighter. They say art is great therapy... and maybe they see something they want to take home, and they can take a piece of what we find so beautiful and enjoyable with them. That would be wonderful."

March 24, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A celebration of creativity is underway at Stratford Academy, where students and professional artists are coming together for a weeklong showcase featuring more than 400 works of art from 50 artists ranging from Georgia to New York. Katy Carr, interim head of advancement at Stratford, says this week is all about celebrating arts and creativity. New…

Felton, 49, was retired before entering the race, but brings nearly three decades of law enforcement experience into the role. He was sworn in last Wednesday, becoming just the second Black sheriff in Macon County's history.

On March 8 at 2:02 p.m., a member of the Houston County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Division initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling southbound on Interstate 75.

A 48-year-old man was found dead Wednesday morning in a vacant lot in Byron, according to Peach County Coroner Kerry Rooks.

The City of Jeffersonville issued a boil water advisory Monday night after a 6-inch water main break on Solomon Drive.

Georgia lawmakers are once again pushing to make Ocmulgee Mounds the state's first National Park and Preserve.

Apple has announced that its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) will begin the week of June 9.

The animated classic gets a 4K restoration, plus news on Anne Hathaway in "Verity" and Patricia Clarkson in "Lilly."

On Capitol Hill, a growing outcry is surrounding a Signal group chat between top U.S. officials that discussed sensitive details of impending airstrikes in Yemen.

President Donald Trump signed an executive order yesterday aimed at strengthening proof of citizenship requirements for voting in federal elections.

Crews have recovered the body of a man whose boat was found capsized and floating in Lake Sinclair on Monday.

The Pinkest Party on Earth has seen some vendors return for decades.

Operation Reawaken took another step toward revitalizing Warner Robins' downtown district on Tuesday with the demolition of Tina’s Barber & Style Shop.

Piedmont Primary Care physician Dr. Syed Rizvi says people with severe allergies can contact their primary care physician.

"The University of Georgia," he said. "That's the one that stood out to me. Because, when I went on campus for the first time, I could just feel the family environment. I felt very similar to what I feel here at Dublin High School."

Law enforcement has identified human remains found last month in a wooded area of Crawford County as those of a missing Bibb County woman, according to a Tuesday news release from the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office.

The road will be closed March 25-26 to be repaired.

The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, March 17 and Friday, March 21.

President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose tariffs on automobiles and pharmaceuticals, later expanding the list to include the lumber and semiconductor industries.

The White House is scrambling to contain the fallout after a journalist was accidentally added to a group chat where top U.S. officials were reportedly discussing sensitive military plans.

The actress and model recently reflected on her time filming the comedy classic.

Reports surfaced that members of the Trump administration’s cabinet discussed U.S. military operations over Signal, an non-governmental messaging app.

Drickis Keon McCree is now back in custody. According to the sheriff's office, patrol deputies and investigators took him into custody in the area of Madison and Walnut Streets just before 7 p.m.

"I hope they leave feeling a little happier, a little lighter. They say art is great therapy... and maybe they see something they want to take home, and they can take a piece of what we find so beautiful and enjoyable with them. That would be wonderful."

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