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Law enforcement searching for wanted man in Georgia, Florida

Law enforcement is searching for Jackie Powell, a 46-year-old man wanted in Georgia for probation violation and in Florida for dissuading a witness, according to a crime bulletin from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.

January 29, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Jackie Powell (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Law enforcement is searching for Jackie Powell, a 46-year-old man wanted in Georgia for probation violation and in Florida for dissuading a witness, according to a crime bulletin from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Powell is about 5’11” and weighs about 240 pounds. The sheriff’s office has not provided additional…

Thunder Task Force launching traffic crackdown in Warner Robins this weekend

Law enforcement agencies will launch a three-day traffic enforcement operation in Warner Robins starting Thursday, targeting impaired driving, speeding, distracted driving and seat belt violations, according to the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS).

January 29, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Law enforcement agencies will launch a three-day traffic enforcement operation in Warner Robins starting Thursday, targeting impaired driving, speeding, distracted driving and seat belt violations, according to the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS). The Thunder Task Force, led by GOHS, will work with the Warner Robins Police Department, Houston County Sheriff’s Office, Georgia State…

Man arrested for arson, aggravated assault in Macon

According to a news release, Burley was wanted in Bibb County on several warrants and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center.

January 29, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested on Tuesday for arson and aggravated assault that occurred on January 19, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies arrested Jacobey Deshawn Burley on January 28 before 9 p.m. Burley was apprehended at a residence within the 1000 block of Burke Street. According to a news release, Burley was wanted in…

Northside Hosts Peach County In High School Boys Basketball Action

Northside Improves to 10-10 with a 56-50 Victory Over Peach County

The Northside Eagles (10-10) grab their 10th win of the season with a 56-50 win at home over the Peach County Trojans (5-13)

January 29, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Tuesday night, the Northside Eagles beat the Peach County Trojans 56-50 in front of their home crowd led by a spectacular performance from Junior Point Guard Braylon Price. Eagles host Coffee Friday, while the Trojans head to Cairo Friday for two region matchups. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: GHSA, GHSA Boys Basketball, Northside…

Macon-Bibb County Fire Department welcomes 14 new firefighters

The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department recently welcomed 14 new firefighters during a ceremony at Central Georgia Technical College.

January 28, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department recently welcomed 14 new firefighters during a ceremony at Central Georgia Technical College. New hire John Holmes says he has learned many new skills in the training process. “We go over book work and then we practice it,” he said. “It’s one thing to just do book work, and learn the…

Tubman Museum opens Kazoo Exhibit on National Kazoo Day

The exhibit celebrates more than 150 years of kazoo history featuring rare and historic kazoo/archives from around the world.

January 28, 2025

Godfrey Hall,

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Kazoo returns home to Macon for National Kazoo Day as the Tubman Museum celebrated with the opening of the Kazoo Exhibit on Tuesday. According to a news release, The Kazoo Exhibit is a special pop-up Black History Month exhibit customized for Macon and the Tubman Museum by the original designer/curator of the…

South Macon celebrates new First Choice Primary Care facility

Katherine Mcleod, the CEO of First Choice Primary Care, says there’s currently a doctor and nurse practitioner seeing patients each day, and the facility will soon have a pharmacy and provide mental health services as more staff is hired as well.

January 28, 2025

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — South Macon residents now have a permanent medical facility for primary care. On Tuesday, local officials and community members gathered for a ribbon cutting at First Choice Primary Care-South Macon, located at 3061 Houston Avenue. Katherine McLeod, the CEO of First Choice Primary Care, says south Macon is an underserved healthcare community with…

Temperatures keep warming Wednesday

January 28, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will climb above average across Middle Georgia Wednesday afternoon. This Evening A mostly sunny afternoon will give way to a mostly clear night. Highs were near or just below average across Middle Georgia this afternoon, and overnight the case should be rather similar. Wind will flow from the west-southwest at 5-10 mph as temperatures drop…

UPDATE: Bibb deputies renew call for help in September 2024 fatal hit-and-run

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is renewing its call for help finding the person responsible for a hit-and-run last year that resulted in the death of 24-year-old Jaxon Bilbrey.

January 28, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (1/28/25): The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is renewing its call for help finding the person responsible for a hit-and-run on Emery Highway last year that resulted in the death of 24-year-old Jaxon Bilbrey. In a news release on Monday, the sheriff’s office asked anyone with information to call (478) 751-7500 and ask to speak with fatality investigator or Macon…

Family Of Stephen Fossett Seeks Justice After His Death In Bibb County Jail

Celebration of life for Stephen Fossett

“We need more empathy, and just make sure things are handled better. I think that my son’s whole case- even from the time that he passed, and the events from there, everything just needs to be handled differently when a person passes.”

January 28, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The family and the legal team representing Stephen Fossett held a special event on what would have been Stephen’s 43rd birthday to discuss the current status of the investigation into his tragic death at Bibb County jail. Fossett’s mother Paula Platt says she would love to see more mental health training to prevent events like this…

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Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrests three in vehicle break-in investigation

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrested three suspects Monday morning in connection with a string of vehicle break-ins at Falls at Spring Creek, located at 1900 Wesleyan Drive.

January 28, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Johnson, Perez and Patterson (Photos: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrested three suspects Monday morning in connection with a string of vehicle break-ins at Falls at Spring Creek, located at 1900 Wesleyan Drive. Deputies responded to the scene around 10 a.m. on Monday after reports of several vehicle doors left open. According to…

Piedmont Macon helping patients with heart health by offering heart screening

Dr. Louise Orth from Piedmont Macon discusses an upcoming heart screening that's free and open to the public.

January 28, 2025

Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dr. Louise Orth from Piedmont Macon stopped by the 41NBC Studios to discuss a free upcoming heart screening event. Dr. Orth said, the heart screening will look at: Fasting Lipid blood test (cholesterol, triglycerides, & A1C), Weight and Body Mass Index, Hip to Waist Ratio and Blood Pressure Screening for Peripheral Artery Disease. Clinicians will be…

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Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores January 20-24

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, January 20 and Friday, January 24.

January 28, 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, January 20 and Friday, January 24. Note: Due to last week’s winter storm, these were the only inspections conducted and posted during these dates. Understanding the scores…

Stratford Lady Eagles Battles Tattnall Square Academy Lady Trojans In Region Matchup Action

Stratford Eaglettes beat Tattnall Square 65-46

The Stratford Eaglettes (16-2, 5-1) defeated GIAA Region Rival Tattnall Square Lady Trojans (9-8, 3-3) by a score of 65-46

January 28, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Stratford Eaglettes handled business at home over GIAA AAAA District Six rival Tattnall Square 65-46. The Eaglettes host FPD Wednesday. Tattnall Square will host John Milledge Wednesday as well. Categories: Local Sports, Sports

Region Basketball Action As Tattnall Takes On Stratford

Tattnall Boys Get Revenge On the Road Over Stratford 63-62

The Tattnall Square Trojans (15-3, 6-0) defeated the Stratford Eagles (16-4, 5-1) by a close score of 63-62 to remain perfect in GIAA District Six Action

January 28, 2025

Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – In a make-up game Monday night, the Tattnall Square Trojans earned their 15th win of the season with a victory over the Stratford Eagles 63-62. Trojans’ Antone Johnson hit a last second three point buzzer beater to win the game. The Trojans remain perfect in GIAA Region AAAA District Six Region play at 6-0, while…

Bibb County Chief Adams New Children’s Book

Bibb Schools Police Chief writes children’s book to inspire kindness and empowerment

Adams says he created the book to show children how to be a better person and how to treat others the way they want to be treated.

January 27, 2025

Bre'Anna Sheffield,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County School District Police Chief Curtis Adams wrote the newest book in the library at Vineville Academy of the Arts. “Chief Adams’ Bridge of Kindness” was published to make children feel safe and happy with who they are. Adams says he created the book to show children how to be a better person and how…

Sunshine returns Tuesday as temperatures keep climbing

January 27, 2025

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will be more seasonal Tuesday afternoon as sunny skies return to the Peach State. This Evening What has been a cloudy and wet day will stay cloudy through the evening, even with rain subsiding ahead of the suppertime hours. Clouds will not break up until after sunset, however there should be some clearing going on…

$18.5 million Gear Up grant to help students in Bibb County prepare for college

Current sixth and seventh grade students in Bibb County will be more prepared for college and future careers thanks to an $18.5 million Gear Up grant.

January 27, 2025

Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Current sixth and seventh grade students in Bibb County will be more prepared for college and future careers thanks to an $18.5 million Gear Up grant. Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (Gear Up) addresses barriers that prevent students from successfully pursuing a postsecondary education. Jarred Moore, Bibb County School District…

UPDATE: Macon aggravated assault suspect taken into custody

Bibb County deputies say Jacobey Burley has been taken into custody.

January 27, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Burley (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (1/29/25): Bibb County deputies say Jacobey Burley has been taken into custody. ORIGINAL STORY (1/27/25): MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating 21-year-old Jacobey Deshawn Burley of Macon, who is wanted in connection with an aggravated assault investigation. The incident occurred on Sunday, January…

Crimestoppers asks for help finding fugitives from Middle Georgia

Today's word of the day: Envision

January 27, 2025

Denise Turner,

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. Can you help track down the following suspects?…

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Major drug bust in Telfair County uncovers meth, fentanyl, and firearms

Sheriff Davidson highlights efforts to remove illegal drugs and weapons from local streets

January 27, 2025

41NBC Web Producer,

Source: Telfair County Sheriff’s OfficeMCRAE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Oconee Drug Task Force, with support from deputies in Telfair and Dodge counties, executed a search warrant near the Workmore area in Telfair County. The operation led to the seizure of a significant quantity of illegal drugs and firearms on Friday, January 24th, according to a Facebook post from Telfair County Sheriff…

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Stranded Georgia drivers face steep towing fees after snowstorm

Drivers abandoned cars during icy weather, now hit with high bills for towing and storage

January 27, 2025

41NBC Web Producer,

ATLANTA (CNN/WXIA)- After a rare snowstorm hit the Southeast, icy roads in metro Atlanta left many drivers stranded, forcing them to abandon their vehicles. As the weather cleared, drivers returned to find their cars towed and hefty fees charged by wrecking companies. Erik Espinosa, one of the affected drivers, described his experience. “I tried to move my car off the…

Governor Brian Kemp criticizes presidential pardons from Trump and Biden

Kemp condemns broad pardons for January 6 rioters and questions Biden's reprieves for family members

January 27, 2025

41NBC Web Producer,

PHOTO: Brian Kemp, 83rd and incumbent governor of the U.S. state of Georgia(CNN)- Georgia Republican Governor Brian Kemp has criticized recent presidential pardons, condemning former President Donald Trump’s decision to pardon nearly all January 6th Capitol rioters. While Kemp refrained from mentioning Trump by name, he emphasized that anyone who harms law enforcement must be held fully accountable for their…

Alpharetta man arrested in Monroe County after multiple vehicle break-ins

19-year-old Dakarai Preston of Alpharetta is being held without bond at the Monroe County Jail.

January 25, 2025

Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Monroe County Sheriff’s OfficeHIGH FALLS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An Alpharetta man is being held without bond at the Monroe County Jail after being charged with breaking into multiple vehicles Friday night. According to an email from sheriff’s office spokesperson Anna Watkins, a call came in just after 9 p.m. Friday in reference to a person who had broken into…

Law enforcement is searching for Jackie Powell, a 46-year-old man wanted in Georgia for probation violation and in Florida for dissuading a witness, according to a crime bulletin from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.

Law enforcement agencies will launch a three-day traffic enforcement operation in Warner Robins starting Thursday, targeting impaired driving, speeding, distracted driving and seat belt violations, according to the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS).

According to a news release, Burley was wanted in Bibb County on several warrants and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center.

The Northside Eagles (10-10) grab their 10th win of the season with a 56-50 win at home over the Peach County Trojans (5-13)

The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department recently welcomed 14 new firefighters during a ceremony at Central Georgia Technical College.

The exhibit celebrates more than 150 years of kazoo history featuring rare and historic kazoo/archives from around the world.

Katherine Mcleod, the CEO of First Choice Primary Care, says there’s currently a doctor and nurse practitioner seeing patients each day, and the facility will soon have a pharmacy and provide mental health services as more staff is hired as well.

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is renewing its call for help finding the person responsible for a hit-and-run last year that resulted in the death of 24-year-old Jaxon Bilbrey.

“We need more empathy, and just make sure things are handled better. I think that my son’s whole case- even from the time that he passed, and the events from there, everything just needs to be handled differently when a person passes.”

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrested three suspects Monday morning in connection with a string of vehicle break-ins at Falls at Spring Creek, located at 1900 Wesleyan Drive.

Dr. Louise Orth from Piedmont Macon discusses an upcoming heart screening that's free and open to the public.

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, January 20 and Friday, January 24.

The Stratford Eaglettes (16-2, 5-1) defeated GIAA Region Rival Tattnall Square Lady Trojans (9-8, 3-3) by a score of 65-46

The Tattnall Square Trojans (15-3, 6-0) defeated the Stratford Eagles (16-4, 5-1) by a close score of 63-62 to remain perfect in GIAA District Six Action

Adams says he created the book to show children how to be a better person and how to treat others the way they want to be treated.

Current sixth and seventh grade students in Bibb County will be more prepared for college and future careers thanks to an $18.5 million Gear Up grant.

Bibb County deputies say Jacobey Burley has been taken into custody.

Today's word of the day: Envision

Sheriff Davidson highlights efforts to remove illegal drugs and weapons from local streets

Drivers abandoned cars during icy weather, now hit with high bills for towing and storage

Kemp condemns broad pardons for January 6 rioters and questions Biden's reprieves for family members

19-year-old Dakarai Preston of Alpharetta is being held without bond at the Monroe County Jail.

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