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Sen. John Ossoff proposes an increase to active military salaries

Senator Ossoff said the proposed bi-partisan bill would be the most significant raise in military salaries in recent history.

July 14, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff is proposing a 4.6% increase in salary for active veterans. Senator Ossoff said the proposed bi-partisan bill would be the most significant raise in military salaries in recent history. He states many military families are struggling, and this pay raise couldn’t come at a better time. “Military families are having trouble making ends…

Bragg Jam Concert Crawl is coming back to downtown Macon

During the height of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, Bragg Jam was held virtually. In 2021, the concert returned in person but modified to one location.

July 14, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- For the first time since 2019, the Bragg Jam Concert Crawl is returning. During the height of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, Bragg Jam was held virtually. In 2021, the concert returned in person but modified to one location. Bragg Jam began as a way to honor Macon native and singer-songwriter Brax Bragg. Since it’s beginning in…

Dragon Slayers Nostalgic Toys opens in Macon

"It's a lot different from a video game store or a clothing store, vintage clothing store. It's more like 'Oh, I had this when I was a kid!"

July 14, 2022

Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A new shop is opening in Macon, that might help you recapture your childhood. Dragon Slayers Nostalgic Toys is located on Vineville Avenue. The store is already open, but will host a grand opening on August 13. The store primarily focuses on the sale of vintage toys. It’s family run by Scott and Jasmine Coleson, and…

Jones County Sheriff’s Office trains for active shooter situations

"Unfortunately these things are happening now. We're working closely with the school system, we're working closely with EMS, we're working closely with other law enforcement agencies."

July 14, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Jones County Sheriff’s Office urging importance of active shooter trainingJones County Sheriff’s Office hosts active shooter trainingGRAY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)—The Jones County Sheriff’s Office is getting help from other law enforcement agencies for its active shooter training. They’re making sure your kids are safe when they head back to school in August. The department says the training is a proactive step in…

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Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrests 3, cites 2 others after finding stolen trailer

July 14, 2022

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Several people were cited and arrested after Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputies found a stolen trailer that was being stored at a residence on Moreland Avenue. According to the BCSO, deputies went to the 600 block of Moreland Avenue on July 12th, around 6:30 p.m. on a tip for a stolen trailer, when they obtained a search…

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office investigating threatening letter sent to City Manager

July 14, 2022

Haley Janes,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a threatening letter that was sent that threatened the life of City Manager, Janice Hall. According to a release from the City of Forsyth, Police Chief Eddie Harris delivered a letter that he received in the mail to Hall on Friday July 8th. The letter threatened Hall’s life if…

Morning Business Report: Novavax approved for new COVID vaccine

July 14, 2022

Edward Smart,

U.S. health regulators have authorized the new Novavax COVID-19 vaccine, providing a new option for the two leading vaccines. Novavax says its protein-based vaccine might appeal to some people who have been reluctant to receive the other vaccines. Southwest launches a sale on fall flight. Wanna Get Away fares go as low as $59. Nissan’s innovative ‘brain to performance’ program…

Man shot on Highland Drive in Macon

July 14, 2022

41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Bibb Sheriff’s Office is investigating an Aggravated Assault at a residence in the 1200 block of Highland Avenue just before 9:30 p.m. last night. Upon arrival deputies found a 32-year-old male who had been shot. He was transported to the Atrium Health Navicent where he was listed in stable condition. The events leading up to the…

Coach’s Corner 2022: Marquis Westbrook of the Warner Robins Demons

On this edition of Coach's Corner, 41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Marquis Westbrook of the Warner Robins Demons.

July 13, 2022

David Tufts,

On this edition of Coach’s Corner, 41NBC’s Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Marquis Westbrook of the Warner Robins Demons. Hear why coach Westbrook isn’t taking his foot off of the gas after leading his team to the championship win last season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Bill Shanks, Coach’s Corner, high school football, warner robins demons

Dudley wins back-to-back 12U Little League Softball State Tournament titles

Dudley will represent Georgia at the 12U Little League Softball Southeast Region Tournament.

July 13, 2022

Shaaz Peerani,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Dudley captured its second-consecutive 12U Little League Softball State title as they defeated Oconee 9-1. The starting pitcher for Dudley had a marvelous game pitching all six innings, giving up two hits, four walks and one run. Dudley scored four runs in the third and fourth innings and had an inside-the-park home run in the…

Storm chances to rise Thursday

July 13, 2022

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Widespread scattered thunderstorms will return to Middle Georgia Thursday afternoon and evening. This Evening Mostly cloudy conditions will continue to hang around the Middle Georgia area the rest of the evening. We will see a few isolated thunderstorms, however there should not be as many as there were yesterday. Most of our rain came earlier in…

Middle Georgia could become regional tech hub with new Senate Bill

“Having that equipment here means that students would be able to follow the entire research from start to finish.”

July 13, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)—If you’re thinking of going to college for a STEM career, your first choice is probably not a school in Middle Georgia. A bill in the U.S. Senate could potentially change that, because it would double National Science Funding for schools. Middle Georgia State University Department Chair for Natural Sciences, Dr. Dawn Sherry, says if the bill passes…

Museum of Aviation’s 36th auction, raffle and taste of local cuisine happening Saturday

The Museum of Aviation is hosting its 36th annual Auction, Raffle, and Taste of Local Cuisine on Saturday, July 16, and you have the potential to win $20,000!

July 13, 2022

Ariel Schiller,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Museum of Aviation is hosting its 36th annual Auction, Raffle, and Taste of Local Cuisine on Saturday, July 16, and you have the potential to win $20,000! The event is happening at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry. Your ticket gets you access to 21 local vendors. The Museum of Aviation’s Public Relations and Marketing…

Houston County residents hosting ‘Not in My City’ unity prayer march to stop gun violence

The march is happening in Warner Robins on Saturday, July 16 at 9 a.m.

July 13, 2022

Lizbeth Gutierrez,

Houston County residents coming together to host a unity prayer march to stop gun violenceUnity prayer marchWARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Residents are expressing concerns over a recent increase in gun violence. They’re coming together to host the ‘Not in My City’ unity prayer march to stop gun violence. The march is happening Saturday, July 16 at 9 a.m. People…

Big Brothers Big Sisters looks to gain 70 mentors in 70 days

The initiative is starting on the right track. Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller committed to being a mentor Wednesday.

July 13, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

Mayor Lester Miller committing to being a Mentor for Big Brothers Big SistersMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Heart of Georgia and Macon-Bibb County leaders want to gain 70 mentors in 70 days. The organization announced the initiative Wednesday morning at Macon City Hall. It decided on the number 70 in honor of its upcoming 70th…

BS Report: July 13th – The Dawgs are Still Good

Rumors are circulating that this years returning UGA Football team won't be as good as the championship team last season.

July 13, 2022

David Tufts,

Rumors are circulating that this years returning UGA Football team won’t be as good as the championship team last season. Bill Shanks is here to tell you why that’s not true. Categories: Sports

Bibb County Schools hosts retired teacher hiring fair

A shortage of math, science and special education teachers pushed the Bibb County School District to host a retiree job fair Wednesday.

July 13, 2022

Cameron Branscomb,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A shortage of math, science and special education teachers pushed the Bibb County School District to host a retiree job fair Wednesday. Retired teachers got a chance to interview and apply to teaching jobs at the school district’s central office. According to Katrina Swindle with the Bibb County School District, House Bill 385 allows retired teachers…

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office: 2 arrested after Wednesday chase, crash on I-75

Two men are in custody following a law enforcement chase that started in Monroe County Wednesday and ended after a crash in Butts County.

July 13, 2022

Tucker Sargent,

Humphrey-Shaw and Smith (Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two men are in custody following a law enforcement chase that started in Monroe County Wednesday and ended after a crash in Butts County. A Monroe County Sheriff’s Office news release says that around 2:30 p.m., a Monroe County deputy observed a vehicle commit multiple traffic violations on Interstate 75…

UPDATE: Highway 247 reopens following Tuesday train derailment

The Houston County Emergency Management Agency says Highway 247 is back open following a train derailment Tuesday.

July 13, 2022

Haley Janes,

Photo: 41NBC/ Cameron BranscombUPDATE (7/13): According to Houston County EMA Director Christopher Stoner, the carts that overturned were carrying Molten Sulphur. None of the items were in a state to release harsh chemicals. Stoner says the train derailment isn’t uncommon. ” We’ve got mask notifications systems similar to how the amber alerts come on your cell phones that we can…

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Swainsboro man arrested in connection to 2021 fatal shootings that left 2 teens dead

July 13, 2022

Haley Janes,

WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office reports that a second man has been arrested and charged in connection to the 2021 shootings that left two 18-year-olds dead. JCSO says 27-year-old Dakota Wayne Scott of Swainsboro was arrested on Wednesday, and is now being charged with 2 counts of felony murder and one count of felony tampering with…

Robins Air Force Base welcomes new drone maintenance bay

July 13, 2022

Drake Rozelle,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Air Force is known for its massive fleet of aircraft that travel all over the globe, one of these planes however is not flown by people in the traditional sense. The plane in question is a drone known as the MQ-9 Reaper and Robins Air Force Base is about to get some hands on experience…

Tech Report: Apple tests new self-driving cars in Montana

July 13, 2022

Edward Smart,

Apple’s self-driving cars had trouble navigating streets, frequently bumped into curbs and veered out of lanes in the middle of intersections during test drives. During the test in Montana, the Apple self driving car performed well but navigating city streets near the company’s California headquarters was a struggle. Twitter shares lose 11 percent after Elon Musk deal disbanded. Amazon said…

UPDATE: Man shot at Pio Nono Avenue car wash in June pronounced dead

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 59-year-old Freddie Crowell died at 9:58 a.m. Wednesday at Atrium Health Navicent. An autopsy is being scheduled.

July 13, 2022

Haley Janes,

UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says 59-year-old Freddie Crowell died at 9:58 a.m. Wednesday at Atrium Health Navicent. An autopsy is being scheduled. This shooting is still under investigation. Anyone with information is urged to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at (478) 751-7500 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Tuesday night, an aggravated assault…

Morning Business Report: Twitter suing Elon Musk over takeover bid

July 13, 2022

Edward Smart,

President Biden heads to the middle east visiting Israel and Saudi Arabia to try and drive down gas prices by repairing relations. The Euro and the U.S. dollar are at a parity for the first time in 20 years. This makes it cheaper for Americans to travel to Europe. BMW plans to charge a monthly access fee for vehicle features…

Senator Ossoff said the proposed bi-partisan bill would be the most significant raise in military salaries in recent history.

During the height of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, Bragg Jam was held virtually. In 2021, the concert returned in person but modified to one location.

"It's a lot different from a video game store or a clothing store, vintage clothing store. It's more like 'Oh, I had this when I was a kid!"

"Unfortunately these things are happening now. We're working closely with the school system, we're working closely with EMS, we're working closely with other law enforcement agencies."

On this edition of Coach's Corner, 41NBC's Bill Shanks talks football with head coach Marquis Westbrook of the Warner Robins Demons.

Dudley will represent Georgia at the 12U Little League Softball Southeast Region Tournament.

“Having that equipment here means that students would be able to follow the entire research from start to finish.”

The Museum of Aviation is hosting its 36th annual Auction, Raffle, and Taste of Local Cuisine on Saturday, July 16, and you have the potential to win $20,000!

The march is happening in Warner Robins on Saturday, July 16 at 9 a.m.

The initiative is starting on the right track. Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller committed to being a mentor Wednesday.

Rumors are circulating that this years returning UGA Football team won't be as good as the championship team last season.

A shortage of math, science and special education teachers pushed the Bibb County School District to host a retiree job fair Wednesday.

Two men are in custody following a law enforcement chase that started in Monroe County Wednesday and ended after a crash in Butts County.

The Houston County Emergency Management Agency says Highway 247 is back open following a train derailment Tuesday.

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 59-year-old Freddie Crowell died at 9:58 a.m. Wednesday at Atrium Health Navicent. An autopsy is being scheduled.

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