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Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

Baldwin County man dies in house fire on Sparta Highway

A 45-year-old man, William Mitchem, died in a house fire on Sparta Highway in Baldwin County Wednesday night.
Brick Nelson,

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 45-year-old man, William Mitchem, died in a house fire on Sparta Highway in Baldwin County Wednesday night. According to Baldwin County Fire Chief Victor Young, crews responded to a call around 10 p.m. at 1125 Sparta Highway, and the home was already engulfed in flames. Family members informed first responders that Mitchem was still inside…

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Featured, Laurens County, Local News

Dublin man arrested for homicide

Haley Janes,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 46-year-old man in Dublin was arrested and charged in connection to the death of 42-year-old Kala Haynes. Haynes was found dead inside of her home at 903 Greenwood Drive in Dublin on Tuesday, May 2nd, by another resident who lived there. The Dublin Police Department requested the GBI assist in the investigation of the death….

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Arrest made in deadly shooting on Greenwood Terrace

The shooting happened during a fight at a home on Greenwood Terrace in Macon.
41NBC Web Producer,

UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrested 21-year-old Destiny Olivia Barry in connection to Wednesday night’s homicide. Barry is charged with murder in the shooting death of 43-year-old Trerico Kenyon Thomas. Investigators say there was an argument at a home in the 2400 block of Greenwood Terrace just after 11:00 p.m. During the the fight, deputies say Barry got a…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Statewide burn ban in effect; Macon-Bibb Fire Department offers guidance

A burn ban is now in effect across Georgia, and the Macon-Bibb Fire Department wants residents to be aware of the rules during the ban.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A burn ban is now in effect across Georgia, and the Macon-Bibb Fire Department wants residents to be aware of the rules during the ban. The Georgia Environmental Protection Division implemented the ban on Monday to protect air quality during the summer months when ozone levels can reach unhealthy levels. The burn ban prohibits the public…

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Featured, Local News, Washington County

Joint Task Force created to solve 19-year-old missing person case in Washington County

Nineteen years after Sonya Tukes went missing in 2004, the Washington County Sheriff's Office has formed a joint task force to help solve her case and provide answers to her family. Tukes, who was 22 at the time, was last seen stepping outside her sister's home to make a phone call.
Edward Smart,

    TENNILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WGMT) – Nineteen years after Sonya Tukes went missing in 2004, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office has formed a joint task force to help solve her case and provide answers to her family. Tukes, who was 22 at the time, was last seen stepping outside her sister’s home to make a phone call. “Needless to say,…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

Middle Georgia restaurants prepare for Cinco de Mayo celebrations

El Bronco's General Manager says the holiday represents the resilience of the Mexican people.
Andrew Willis,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia restaurants and bars are gearing up for Cinco de Mayo festivities this Friday. El Bronco Mexican Restaurant, located at 2067 Watson Boulevard in Warner Robins, is expecting its busiest day of the year. The restaurant has been staffing and planning since the beginning of the year to accommodate the holiday crowds. Yadira Magana,…

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Bibb County, Entertainment, Featured, Local News

Celebrate Star Wars Day with themed events, specials in Middle Georgia

May the fourth be with you! Macon businesses are embracing the beloved pop culture holiday, offering Star Wars-themed events and specials to fans in Middle Georgia on Thursday. Festivities include a themed bar crawl to sales on merchandise and collectibles.
Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – May the fourth be with you! Macon businesses are embracing the beloved pop culture holiday, offering Star Wars-themed events and specials to fans in Middle Georgia on Thursday. Festivities include a themed bar crawl to sales on merchandise and collectibles. Downtown Macon will host Crawl Wars, a Star Wars-themed bar crawl during which participants will search…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon to host Open Streets event for National Bicycle Safety Month

Bike Walk Macon is hosting a car-free Open Streets event this Sunday along Houston Avenue in celebration of National Bicycle Safety Month. The event, happening from 1 to 4 p.m., aims to encourage outdoor activities in local neighborhoods and improve the safety of Macon streets.
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bike Walk Macon is hosting a car-free Open Streets event this Sunday along Houston Avenue in celebration of National Bicycle Safety Month. The event, happening from 1 to 4 p.m., aims to encourage outdoor activities in local neighborhoods and improve the safety of Macon streets. Houston Avenue will be closed to traffic from Lynmore to Villa…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Staying dry and sunny Thursday, warmer this weekend

High pressure continues to keep us clear Thursday with winds calming a bit from today. Warmer weather returns for the weekend.
Cecilia Reeves,

It was another nice and breezy day in Middle Georgia (after a chilly start), but changes are coming for the end of the week. Tomorrow begins a slight warm-up for our area as high pressure moves further east. Sunshine will help us warm into the upper 70s and low 80s, with calmer winds than what we have been seeing the…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Annual Spring Book Sale in Macon supports local libraries

The Friends of the Library in Macon is hosting its annual spring book sale this weekend, offering thousands of like-new and gently used books and media across more than 40 categories. Proceeds from the sale support the Macon-Bibb County public libraries, with most titles priced at $1 or $2.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Friends of the Library in Macon is hosting its annual spring book sale this weekend, offering thousands of like-new and gently used books and media across more than 40 categories. Proceeds from the sale support the Macon-Bibb County public libraries, with most titles priced at $1 or $2. Mary McDonnell, chair of the book sale,…

Tech Report: Uber Sees Faster Growth In Deliveries Than In Ride Hailing
Tech Report

Tech Report: Uber sees faster growth in deliveries than in ride hailing

Finn Balfour,

Uber is seeing faster growth in food delivery than in ride hailing. Trip growth and rider engagement reached a post-pandemic high. Now, both the U.S. and Canada are outpacing growth in other markets. While Uber diversified its business beyond ride-hailing by delivering meals and grocery items during the health crises, its rival Lyft never did. Mattel’s CEO says the Barbie…

Daniely Kendrell Daimon
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Former Bibb corrections officer arrested

Allegedly gave a gun to a gang member
41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —  A former Bibb County Corrections officer is behind bars after allegedly giving a gang member a gun. According to the Bibb County Sheriffs Office, 24-year-old Kendrell Daimon Daniely worked at the jail from June of 2021 until he resigned in March of this year. He was arrested on a warrant after allegedly giving his brother, who…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon-Bibb hits milestone of 500 blighted properties demolished

Macon-Bibb County reached a milestone on Tuesday with the demolition of 500 blighted properties in a two-year span.
Andrew Willis,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County reached a milestone on Tuesday with the demolition of 500 blighted properties in a two-year span. Two blighted houses were demolished on Dewitt Street, marking Macon-Bibb 500th demolition since the “Blight Fight” began in 2021. “This project is not just about demolishing what was a home, but it’s about a renewed spirit for the…

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Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Forsyth’s Taco Week showcases local restaurants, offers prizes to participants

Forsyth is hosting its third annual Taco Week, during which local restaurants compete for the best taco, dessert and margarita titles. The event, aimed at supporting local businesses, attracts visitors from across Middle Georgia.
Edward Smart,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –  Forsyth is hosting its third annual Taco Week, during which local restaurants compete for the best taco, dessert and margarita titles. The event, aimed at supporting local businesses, attracts visitors from across Middle Georgia. Rebecca Stone, CEO of the Forsyth-Monroe Chamber, said the event was inspired by Macon Burger Week, and Forsyth’s abundance of Mexican restaurants…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

2 arrested after shooting in Warner Robins on Saturday

Haley Janes,

(41NBC/WMGT) — Two men have been arrested after a shooting on Russell Parkway Saturday. According to the Warner Robins Police Department, no arrests were made in connection with the shooting, but 23-year-old Shurone Pace and 24-year-old Shadarrius Muff were among the parties detained on the scene, and since there were open warrants out for them both in Bibb County,  the…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

House fire at Nelson Street and Houston Avenue

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb Fire Department is working to put out a house fire in Southwest Macon. Around 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday, fire crews were at the scene at Nelson Street and Houston Avenue working to put out the fire. Neighbors told 41NBC that the house was abandoned. Stay with 41NBC for updates as more information is  released….

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Man arrested in connection with 2022 shooting victim’s death

Bibb County Sheriff's Special Response Team (SRT) deputies arrested a man wanted for questioning in connection with a death investigation.
Shelby Coates,

Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeUPDATE (5/2 – 3:45 p.m.) –  Bibb County Sheriff’s Special Response Team (SRT) deputies arrested a man wanted for questioning in connection with a death investigation. 32-year-old Troyce Avery Billingslea was apprehended at a hotel located at 107 Holiday Drive North on Monday and has since been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of 48-year-old…

Tech Report: Groundbreaking New Ai Can Detect Cancer Early
Tech Report

Tech Report: Groundbreaking new AI can detect cancer early

Finn Balfour,

Doctors may have a new AI powered cancer screening tool. The Guardian reported that there is an intelligent algorithm able to determine whether or not abnormal growths found on CT scans are cancerous. The AI can detect subtle changes better than a human eye. This technology could help catch cancer early, meaning better outcomes for patients. People diagnosed with lung…
Featured, Local News, Peach County

Weekend shooting leaves Fort Valley man dead

Haley Janes,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man was shot and killed in the early hours of Sunday morning, April 30th, in Fort Valley. According to Peach County Coroner Kerry Rooks, Morray Ross– who had just turned 20-years-old two days prior to the incident– was shot around 4:40 a.m. Ross walked from Perry Railroad Street to Family Food Mart on Camelia…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Fire danger high Tuesday afternoon

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Blustery winds and low humidity will keep fire threats high across Middle Georgia Tuesday. Today Sunny skies will stick with Middle Georgia all day today as temperatures climb into the mid to upper 70s. Relative humidity through the afternoon will likely range from 25-30% around the region. Winds around Middle Georgia today will range from 15-25…

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Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores April 24-28

Here's this week's Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia's food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, April 24 and Friday, April 28, 2023.
Tucker Sargent,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here’s this week’s Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia’s food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, April 24 and Friday, April 28, 2023. All scores of 69 and below are shown in red, which is considered unsatisfactory on the state’s scale. All scores between 70 and 99 are shown in black….

Morning Business Report: American Airlines Pilots Vote To Authorize A Strike
Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: American Airlines pilots vote to authorize a strike

Finn Balfour,

The union representing American Airlines pilots announced that its membership has voted, overwhelmingly, in favor of authorizing a strike. Pilots want better pay and more time off. Union members are scheduled to conduct “informational picketing” on Monday at some airports. American Airlines management say they remain confident that an agreement is within reach and can be finalized quickly. Hollywood writers…