Crime, Featured, Georgia News, Happening Now, Local News, Monroe County, WMGT

Man arrested in Monroe County for commercial burglary

Reginald Corey Grier was arrested on Tuesday for commercial burglary, according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Reginald Corey Grier was arrested on Tuesday for commercial burglary, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say Grier was arrested after an investigation into the burglary that took place on February 13 and 14. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says Grier had been stealing speakers from a local towing company over a course…

Washington County Drug Bust
Crime, Featured, Georgia News, Happening Now, Local News, Washington County, WMGT

Traffic stop leads to drug bust in Washington County

According to the sheriff's office, deputies stopped Darius Rashad Stephens on Highway 68 North in Tennille.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies assisted a Georgia State Patrol Trooper with a traffic stop on Highway 68 North, Tennille, according to Sheriff Joel Cochran. 32-year-old Darius Rashad Stephens of Tennille was arrested Monday evening on traffic offenses. Law enforcement reported finding a firearm, cocaine and marijuana during a subsequent inventory of the vehicle. Stephens…
Bibb County, Featured, Georgia News, Happening Now, Local News, WMGT

Man killed in east Macon house fire

Bibb County Coroner says it happened Tuesday night at 1426 Kitchens Street.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

A 21 year old man died in a house fire in Warner RobinsMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 65-year-old man is dead after a house fire in east Macon, according to Macon-Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones. The fire happened on Tuesday night at 1426 Kitchens Street. 65-year-old Arthur Merriweather was pronounced dead at a local hospital after 9 p.m. Jones said…

Sunny Skies Expected
Featured, Local News, Weather

Sunny skies expected today

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all!! This morning we are starting off a bit warmer than we were at this time yesterday. Temperatures are in the low 30s this morning with a few spots in the upper 30s with clear skies. We are going to warm up into the mid to upper 60s today with plenty of…

Boy's Baseball Highlights: Perry At Northside
Local Sports, Sports

Perry baseball wins big on the road at Northside

The Panthers grab 17 runs against the Eagles to win 17-1
Justin Dierkes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Perry Panthers baseball team took on the Northside Eagles in Warner Robins Tuesday evening. The Panthers took advantage of wild throws and errors when they had 10 runs on just four hits by the top of the fifth. Panthers finish with 17 runs and eight hits total as they win 17-1 to improve to…

Girl's Basketball Highlights: Toombs County At Central
Local Sports, Sports

GHSA Girls Basketball: Central & Veterans win big

Central beats Toombs County; Veterans wins over Lakeside-Dekalb
Justin Dierkes,

MACON/KATHLEEN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The first round of the GHSA girls basketball state tournament got underway on Tuesday evening. At Central High School, the Lady Chargers put on a show in front of their home crowd. They won 61-31 over Toombs County to advance to the next round. They will play the winner of Sumter County and Thompson. At Veterans…

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Georgia News

Legislation introduced to increase penalties for passing school buses

House Bill 1284, or “Addy’s Law,” was named after eight-year-old Adalyn Pierce of Henry County was killed crossing the road to get onto her school bus.
Clayton Poulnott,

ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A State Representative has recently introduced a new bill, which would increase the penalties for passing a school bus. House Bill 1284, or “Addy’s Law,” was named after eight-year-old Adalyn Pierce of Henry County who was killed by a driver as she was crossing the road to get onto her school bus. The legislation would require…
Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Man killed in Monroe County after head-on collision

The driver of a Chevrolet Silverado identified as Gregory Smith, crossed the center line and hit a tractor trailer head-on.
Dejon Campbell,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  A man is dead in Monroe County after a head-on collision. The crash happened Monday night near the intersection of Rumble Road and Highway 41. According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, the driver of a Chevrolet Silverado identified as Gregory Smith, crossed the center line and hit a tractor trailer head-on. Smith was pronounced dead…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

More pleasant weather Wednedsay

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – High pressure will keep calm winds and mostly sunny skies over much of Georgia Wednesday. This Evening Scattered clouds from this afternoon will work to clear out as the night draws on. Winds will remain light from the east-northeast tonight as temperatures plummet towards the freezing point. Tomorrow Some scattered cirrus clouds will likely move in…
Featured, Georgia News, Happening Now, Houston County, Local News, WMGT

UPDATE: Houston County Sheriff’s Office found missing man

According to deputies, Marvin McCloud has been found.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

UPDATE: The Houston County Sheriff’s Office says Mr. McCloud has been found and is safe. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in locating a missing person. According to deputies, Marvin McCloud was last seen on February 11, 2024, at approximately 10:00 PM in the area of Peach Blossom Road and Highway 96…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office: Man wanted in connection to shooting

According to investigators, they're searching for 19-year-old Daveion Hopkins, of Macon.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help in locating a shooting suspect. According to investigators, they’re searching for 19-year-old Daveion Hopkins, of Macon. (Photo courtesy of Bibb County Sheriff’s Office) He’s wanted in connection to an incident where a woman was shot in the parking lot of the Family Dollar on Houston Avenue…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office investigating shooting involving a newborn

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an Aggravated Assault incident that occurred near the intersection of O’Hara Drive South and O’Hara Drive North.
Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an Aggravated Assault incident that was reported to have occurred near the intersection of O’Hara Drive South and O’Hara Drive North, at 11:49p.m Monday night. Deputies responded to a call from Atrium Health Navicent Police in reference to a child shot. When Deputies arrived, they were advised that a…

Partly Sunny Today
Featured, Local News, Weather

More clouds expected this afternoon

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all!! This morning we are starting off a bit cooler than we were at this time yesterday. Temperatures are in the low 30s this morning with a few spots in the upper 30s with clear skies. We are going to warm up into the mid 60s today with partly sunny skies. As…

Baseball Highlights: Northeast At Warner Robins
Local Sports, Sports

Warner Robins baseball beats Northeast in six Innings

Demons grab their first win of the season with a 16-1 victory over the Raiders.
Justin Dierkes,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Demons earned their first win of the season against Northeast Monday night. The Demons scored nine runs in the first inning to take a commanding 9-0 lead. The team put up seven more runs in the next two innings. Warner Robins won 16-1 in six innings. These two teams meet again at…

Baseball Highlights: Rutland At Howard
Local Sports, Sports

Rutland baseball stays undefeated with a win over Howard 10-6

The Hurricanes move to 3-0 on the season so far
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Rutland baseball took on Howard on Monday afternoon. In the top of the first, the Canes put up three runs with help from the Hopkins to go up 3-0. However, in the bottom of the first, Howard puts up three runs of their own back to back to back to tie things up 3-3. In the…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bibb County Sheriff sends letter to city leaders asking for pay raise for deputies

In the letter, he asks for a 6% raise for current and future deputies in the upcoming 2025 fiscal year budget.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In a continued effort to make sure the salary of Bibb County Sheriff’s Office deputies remains competitive, Sheriff David Davis recently sent a letter to Mayor Lester Miller and Macon-Bibb County Commissioners. In the letter, he asks for a 6% raise for current and future deputies in the upcoming 2025 fiscal year budget. Sheriff Davis explains…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Early voting for the Presidential Preference Primary begins

"It leaves you free to do all the things on Election Day. You'll have to stand in a long line."
Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Residents can now cast an early vote for the Presidential Preference Primary. To cast a ballot, voters are required to show a valid ID. Early voting will be available from 8:30 am until 5:30 pm on Monday through Friday and from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on weekends. Barbara White, Poll Manager at Elaine Lucas Center,…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bike Walk Macon releases 2023 impact report

One topic that stood out in the report was the 'Play Streets Macon' initiative.
Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bike Walk Macon released its 2023 impact report, highlighting its efforts to promote safe and accessible transportation options in the community. One topic that stood out in the report was the ‘Play Streets Macon’ initiative. It’s program that transforms neighborhood streets into safe and fun spaces for residents to bike and walk. The initiative typically runs…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Partly sunny skies expected Tuesday

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Scattered clouds are likely Tuesday over the northern half of the region along with slim odds for a small shower. The Rest of the Evening Clouds from earlier around Middle Georgia have cleared, and skies will stay that way through this evening and most of tonight. Temperatures will plummet to around the freezing point ahead of…
Baldwin County, Bibb County, Houston County, Jones County, Local News

Crimestoppers searching for five most wanted women in Middle Georgia

Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight five suspects wanted across Middle Georgia.
Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight the five most wanted suspects right now. 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? Michelle Bridges, female.  She’s…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

16-year-old arrested for stealing from Mercer Vape and Tobacco

According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, the teen was found with merchandise in his possession.
Denise Turner,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Deputies from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrested a suspect who was caught in the act of stealing from a local businesses. Deputies arrested a 16-year-old male at Mercer Vape and Tobacco. The address of the business is 3706 Mercer University Drive. The burglary happened Friday evening, at 11 p.m. Deputies said, they apprehended the teen…

President's Day Forecast
Featured, Local News, Weather

Mostly sunny and in the 60’s for President’s Day

Chris Denmark,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all!! Happy President’s Day!! This morning we are off to a chilly start with temperatures in the 30s and 40s with a bit of cloud coverage across Middle Georgia. This afternoon the clouds will leave and give us plenty of sunshine with highs in the low 60s. Overnight we are clear and…

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Featured, Local News, Washington County

2 arrested, 1 wanted in Washington County theft ring; more arrests expected

According to Washington County Sheriff Joel Cochran, 54-year-old Tammie Ward is wanted for her involvement in the theft ring.
Clayton Poulnott,

Tammie Ward (Photo: Washington County Sheriff’s Office)TENNILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Washington County Sheriff’s Office makes two arrests and needs your helping find another suspect in what it calls an ongoing theft ring across surrounding counties. According to Washington County Sheriff Joel Cochran, 54-year-old Tammie Ward is wanted for her involvement in the theft ring. The two people arrested in…

Highlights: Stratford, Tattnall Square Boys Meet For Giaa District 6 Title
Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports

HIGHLIGHTS: Stratford, Tattnall Square boys meet for GIAA District 6 title

The Stratford Eagles and Tattnall Square Trojans met Friday night at Stratford with the District 6 championship up for grabs.
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Stratford Eagles and Tattnall Square Trojans met Friday night at Stratford with the District 6 championship up for grabs. Stratford won 81-80. 41NBC’s Justin Dierkes has the highlights. Categories: Bibb County, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Basketball, Boys, Championship, District 6, Final, GIAA, Highlights, Stratford, Tattnall Square