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Bibb County, Featured, Houston County, Local News, Monroe County

Monroe deputies arrest Lizella man on multiple charges after vehicle, foot pursuit

A Lizella man, wanted by multiple law enforcement agencies, is now in custody after leading Monroe County deputies on a vehicle and foot chase Tuesday night.
Tucker Sargent,

Photo: Monroe County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Lizella man, wanted by multiple law enforcement agencies, is now in custody after leading Monroe County deputies on a vehicle and foot chase Tuesday night. A Monroe County Sheriff’s Office news release says a deputy spotted 27-year-old Devan Cormican on a sports bike going 89 miles per hour in a 55…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

41NBC’s 12 Days of “Catmas” returns

Haley Janes,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — It’s that time of year again, when our feline friends from Kitty City Cat Rescue are looking for a home for the holidays– in this year’s edition of the 12 Days of Catmas, we’ve got lots of lovable cats ready to meet their forever families. First up, we have Miss Lynda. She’s a sweet but sassy…

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Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Monroe County deputy charged after fight with wife on Christmas

According to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to a domestic dispute in the Abercrombie Road area Sunday around 9:30 p.m.
Clayton Poulnott,

Charlie Bryson (Photo: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Monroe County deputy is on administrative leave after being charged in a domestic dispute. According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a domestic dispute in the Abercrombie Road area Sunday around 9:30 p.m. That’s where they spoke with a woman who told them she and her…

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Baldwin County, Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Cities across Middle Georgia facing water issues due to the cold weather

The bitter cold is causing major water issues across Middle Georgia.
Clayton Poulnott,

Photo: MGNMILLEDGEVILE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The bitter cold is causing major water issues across Middle Georgia. In Baldwin County, residents are encouraged to conserve their water. County Manager, Carlos Tobar, says the weather caused hundreds of residential and business water breaks. In Monroe County, a boil water advisory was issued for residents on the north Monroe County water system, due…

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Warming trend continues this week

After a weekend of frigid conditions, we will see sunshine and slowly warming temperatures through the last week of 2022.
Cecilia Reeves,

We saw clear skies and sunshine that helped much of Middle Georgia warm into the upper 40s this afternoon after a cold weekend. Overnight a few areas in Middle Georgia will see the chance for a few flurries to fall, but accumulation is not likely. The rest of us will see increasing cloud cover, which moves out by Tuesday morning….

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Local religious leaders speak up on recent antisemitic incidents

"Anything that can be done positively to address antisemitism will inevitably help society as a whole."
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)–As the rise of antisemitic incidents across the country have local religious leaders speaking up. Rabbi Elizabeth Bahar of Temple Beth Israel in Macon, addresses her concerns about the recent antisemitic incidents in Georgia. She says although there haven’t been any incidents in Middle Georgia, the importance of addressing the issue is still vital. “Anything that can be done…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Two men found dead

Cold weather likely to blame
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MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two men are dead after being exposed to the cold over the weekend. Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones tells 41NBC 43 year old John Ragin was found in a parking deck behind Truist bank Saturday afternoon around 3:45. He was pronounced dead on the scene. The second man identified as 48 year old James Leon Birch…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon man killed in I-75 accident

41NBC Web Producer,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal traffic collision that occurred just before 4:00 p.m.Christmas Eve on I75 northbound near the on-ramp from Rocky Creek Road. It was reported that a GMC Sierra pickup was traveling north on I75 near the on-ramp, from Rocky Creek Road when it collided with the center barrier and…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Local shelters creating space for homeless to escape freezing temps

Brookdale Resource Center and the Salvation Army have added a combined 70 warming beds to aid in getting the homeless off the street.
Drake Rozelle,

The Salvation Army still looking for donations to help with broken Air ConditionerThe Salvation ArmyMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The homeless have no where to go to escape the freezing temperatures. That’s why United to Help Homelessness is working with the Macon Homeless Coalition and Macon-Bibb County to help make sure they can avoid the cold. “We know that the number…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Cold Christmas weekend ahead

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will be frigid all weekend for Christmas, however no winter weather is expected for Middle Georgia. Tonight Temperatures will reach their lowest for the whole week tonight. Low temperatures will be in the lower teens around Middle Georgia, and wind chills will approach 0 degrees as winds continue to gust upwards of 20-25 mph overnight….

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Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Local law enforcement increasing its presence on the roads

With more drivers on the road, Sergeant Brandon Brown with Georgia State Patrol will strictly enforce highway safety.
Brick Nelson,

FORSYTH, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)–As holiday traffic picks up on one of the busiest travel days of the year, law enforcement is making sure drivers get to their holiday destination safely. According to AAA, more than 3.2 million Georgians will be on the road this weekend. With more drivers on the road, Sergeant Brandon Brown with Georgia State Patrol will strictly enforce highway…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Animal shelters give tips on how to keep your pets safe from the cold

"The biggest thing is to keep reminding yourself, 'if I'm cold, they're cold'".
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)- As we bundle up for the frigid temperatures, it’s important to make sure our furry friends are prepared for the weather too. According to Sonja Adams, Manager of Animal Enforcement at the Macon-Bibb County Animal Welfare Shelter, it’s important to make sure your pets are prepared for the cold. “The biggest thing is to keep reminding yourself, if…

Southern Santa Visits Families In Houston County
Featured, Houston County, Local News

Southern Santa visits families in Houston County

Edward Smart,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Southern Santa visited the Olympia Skating Center to give gifts to families that have been impacted by fire or trauma. This year, they gave families a box of gifts from Santa’s sleigh, along with bunt cakes and new bikes. The non-profit organization was created by the Houston County Fire Department, Its main goal is to…

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Crime, Featured, Houston County, Local News

UPDATE: Warner Robins home invasion shooting involves teens

Two people are hospitalized after being shot Wednesday afternoon.
Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE: The Warner Robins Police Department says investigation has revealed that this case involved a home invasion. The victim, 19-year-old David Latimore BM of Warner Robins was shot in the chest and taken to Atrium Health Navicent in Macon. It was also discovered that the second gunshot victim that arrived at Atrium Health Navicent Peach is a 16-year-old boy, he…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Beware of scam artists looking to take advantage of last-minute shoppers

"Make sure that when you click on one of those social media posts that you’ve checked out the website."
Edward Smart,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With Christmas in just a few day, shoppers are hurrying to buy their last-minute Christmas gifts. This gives scam artists an opportunity to steal your personal information. President of the Central Georgia Better Business Bureau, Kelvin Collins, says it’s important to be wary of social media marketplaces. “Make sure that when you click on one of…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

5 year-old cancer survivor serves as honorary squadron member

Keason is a survivor of Ewing-like Sarcoma, a rare type of cancer he has been battling since he was two-years-old.
Drake Rozelle,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Many consider Christmas the most magical time of year. For one Warner Robins family, it certainly has been thanks to the some at the Robins Air Force Base. For five-year-old Keason Milton and his family, this Christmas has them celebrating more than just the season. Keason is a survivor of Ewing-like Sarcoma, a rare type…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon Transit Authority offers free rides for Christmas

Public transportation is vital to our riders for many reasons, and we are pleased to ease their burden as the holiday approaches, and everyone is faced with plummeting temperatures.”
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In light of the Christmas holiday and expected frigid weather conditions, the Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority is offering free bus rides. The free rides begin Thursday, December 22, and go through Saturday, December 24. “MTA is happy to offer free bus service across all our routes, as people complete their work week and last-minute shopping,” said…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Local auto service providers offer tips on keeping your car safe during cold weather

It's important to make sure you have adequate shelter ahead of the upcoming cold temperatures, but it's also important to make sure your vehicle is protected.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It’s important to make sure you have adequate shelter ahead of the upcoming cold temperatures, but it’s also important to make sure your vehicle is protected. Auto service providers say there are a few things to know before you hit the road for holiday travel. You want to make sure you check your tire pressure and…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Local emergency officials offer tips on staying safe during record cold temps

With the weather outside turning frightful, Middle Georgia leaders are preparing for the worst.
Brick Nelson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With the weather outside turning frightful, Middle Georgia leaders are preparing for the worst. Macon-Bibb County Emergency Services is preparing for freezing temperatures this weekend. Macon-Bibb County EMA Director Spencer Hawkins says there are many ways to prepare your home before the arctic blast moves through Middle Georgia. “What we are expecting is extremely unseasonal cold…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Families receive toys during downtown Macon giveaway

A surprise toy giveaway happened in Downtown Macon Wednesday thanks to a small group of dedicated Maconites
Drake Rozelle,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A surprise toy giveaway happened in Downtown Macon Wednesday thanks to a small group of dedicated Maconites When the Anita Ponder and Friends Feast, an event that provides food for families in need, fell through this year due to unforeseen circumstances, some of the people involved were unhappy about not being able to help Middle Georgians,…
Featured, Local News, Wilkinson County

UPDATE: Wilkinson County man wanted for shooting at deputy caught

55-year-old Christopher Thomas Ford has been found and is in custody.
Tucker Sargent,

UPDATE (12/21/22): 55-year-old Christopher Thomas Ford has been found and is in custody. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ORIGINAL STORY (12/20/22): TOOMSBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is looking into an officer-involved shooting in Toomsboro Tuesday afternoon. A GBI news release says “preliminary information indicates” that Wilkinson County Sheriff’s Office deputies went to 55-year-old Christopher Thomas Ford’s home to execute an…

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Local News, Weather

Scattered showers possible Thursday ahead of dangerous cold

We could see a few showers Thursday, but all eyes are on arctic air that moves in Friday
Cecilia Reeves,

The wedge front has kept Middle Georgia stuck in the clouds for the day with off and on light rain. Thursday, clouds will stay in place for most of the day, as temps warm back to the 50s. A few scattered showers will be possible during the day, but higher rain chances are likely overnight. These rain chances will be…

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Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputy arrested for Sexual Assault and Violation of Oath

Haley Janes,

Photo Credit to Bibb County Sheriff’s Office MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputy has been arrested for 2 counts of Violation of Oath by Public Officer, Attempt or Conspiracy to Violate Georgia Controlled Substance Act-Felony, and Sexual Assault by Law Enforcement Agency Employee or Agent Who Engages in Sexual Contact with Individual in Custody of Law. According to…