Juneteenth celebrated nationwide

Cities across the country are honoring Juneteenth, the nation’s youngest federal holiday marking the end of slavery in the United States.

(CNN)- Cities across the country are honoring Juneteenth, the nation’s youngest federal holiday marking the end of slavery in the United States. “More and more people in our community are starting to understand the importance of this holiday,” said Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson. Observed on June 19, Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 when the last enslaved people in Galveston,…

LAFC Hosts Youth Soccer Camp in Macon During Club World Cup Preparations

Great Turnout at Five Star Stadium as LAFC Hosts Youth Soccer Camp in Macon

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – With summer in full swing and kids across Middle Georgia looking for ways to beat boredom, a once-in-a-lifetime experience arrived Wednesday evening at Five Star Stadium — courtesy of one of Major League Soccer’s premier clubs. While in town preparing for the FIFA Club World Cup, Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) took time out of…

Man convicted by Wilkinson County jury for murdering brother

69-year-old Rickey Lee Shinholster, shot his brother over a dispute.

GORDON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – On Wednesday, a Wilkinson County jury convicted a man for murdering his older brother in 2023, according to T. Wright Barksdale III with the Ocmulgee District Attorney’s Office. He says 69-year-old Rickey Lee Shinholster, shot his brother over a dispute concerning access to a home on Farish Wood Road. In a Facebook post by Barksdale, he…

Flock camera system alert leads to stolen vehicle arrest

They say deputies quickly responded and found the vehicle parked at a home on Fox Road.

GRISWOLDVILE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A man is arrested in Jones County, after a Flock camera system alert. The Jones County Sheriff’s Office says on June 16, a stolen vehicle was flagged by its Flock camera system in the Griswoldville area. They say deputies quickly responded and found the vehicle parked at a home on Fox Road. (Photo courtesy of Jones County…

PHOTOS: Fire truck flips over after crash in Twiggs County

When the fire truck slowed down, it was hit in the rear by a truck going at a high rate of speed, causing the Fire Truck to flip over on its roof.

TWIGGS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office says the drivers of a fire truck and passenger truck sustained only minor injures after a rollover crash on June 16. According to the Sheriff’s Office, firefighters and deputies responded to a vehicle on fire on I-16 Westbound, near Mile Marker 28. They say a Twiggs County fire truck was using…

Storm odds climb again Thursday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An incoming cold front will spur on scattered storms Thursday afternoon and evening. This Evening A hot afternoon around Middle Georgia will become a warm and muggy evening. A couple of isolated storms remain possible, however the odds are down quite a bit from yesterday. UV Index values will hover around 10 through the late afternoon…

Macon-Bibb takes next steps for new downtown hotel and convention center project

Request for Qualifications issued for 3.5-acre development near future Mercer University medical campus

Preliminary conceptual renderings for this development; the final designs may differ from these renderings. (Image: Provided by Macon-Bibb County)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Macon-Bibb County is taking the next step in a major downtown redevelopment plan with the official release of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a hotel and convention center to be built at 108 First Street, the site of…

Suspects wanted in robbery at 567 Center in Macon, Bibb County Sheriff’s Office seeks help

The robbery happened June 10 at approximately 2:15 p.m. at the 567 Center, located at 456 First Street in Macon.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has released a sketch and surveillance images of two suspects involved in a robbery, according to a news release. The robbery happened June 10 at approximately 2:15 p.m. at the 567 Center, located at 456 First Street in Macon. According to investigators, one suspect was wearing a tan or yellow shirt,…

Houston County man sentenced to 65 years for child molestation, exploitation

The trial began on June 9 and concluded on June 12. The jury returned a guilty verdict after roughly two hours of deliberation.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man has been convicted of aggravated child molestation and sexual exploitation of children, according to the Houston County District Attorney’s Office. According to a news release, 46-year-old Robert Dean Garza was convicted by a Houston County jury on a 26-count indictment that included charges of aggravated child molestation, aggravated sodomy, child molestation, enticing a…

Macon-Bibb Recreation Department to host family movie night

This month’s feature is Inside Out 2, offering families a chance to enjoy the film together in a relaxed outdoor setting.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb Recreation Department will hold its monthly Family Movie Night on Friday. The event is June 20, 2025 at Tattnall Square Park, which is located at 1155 College Street. Seating and concessions will open at 7:30 p.m., with the movie starting shortly after. This month’s feature is Inside Out 2, offering families a chance to…

Macon-Bibb government offices closed June 19 for Juneteenth, trash schedule not impacted

Macon Black Culture will host a Juneteenth Wreath Ceremony at 10 a.m. in front of Macon-Bibb City Hall.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County will observe the federal holiday Juneteenth by closing all government offices, including the court system, on Thursday, June 19, 2025. Emergency and law enforcement services will remain operational, including the Fire Department, Sheriff’s Office, E-911, and Emergency Management Agency (EMA). The 11th Street Convenience Center, normally open seven days a week, and the Convenience…

UPDATE: Three men wanted on drug trafficking charges in Macon, now in custody

Investigators say all three suspects turned themselves in.

UPDATE: (6/18/25) – Three Macon men wanted for drug offenses are now in custody, according to the FBI Atlanta Field Office. Investigators say two of the men turned themselves at the federal courthouse in Macon, and the other turned himself into Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The FBI Atlanta Field Office is searching for three men wanted…

Inmate fatally stabbed during altercation at Hancock State Prison, officials say

Andrews said the stabbing happened around 2:30 p.m. on June 17 while the inmate was outside in the prison yard.

HANCOCK COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An inmate was fatally stabbed at Hancock State Prison on Tuesday, according to Hancock County Coroner Dontrelle Andrews. Andrews said the stabbing happened around 2:30 p.m. on June 17 while the inmate was outside in the prison yard. He said there was a physical altercation with another inmate that led to the fatal stabbing. The…

Tech Report: TikTok deadline likely extended again as tech industry faces major shifts

The Trump administration is expected to extend the deadline for the app’s U.S. operations once again, potentially delaying a ban for the third time.

(LILAMAX)- If you’ve been enjoying your time on TikTok, you may get to keep scrolling — at least for now. The Trump administration is expected to extend the deadline for the app’s U.S. operations once again, potentially delaying a ban for the third time. Without an extension, TikTok would have gone dark on June 19, as previously ordered, mirroring an…

Morning Business Report: Blue-Collar wages climb as economy faces mixed signals

The Trump administration is highlighting recent economic gains for blue-collar workers.

(LILAMAX)- The Trump administration is highlighting recent economic gains for blue-collar workers, pointing to a significant rise in wages over the past few months. According to administration officials, wages for nonsupervisory and production workers — commonly referred to as blue-collar employees — have increased at an annual rate of 1.7% over the last five months. That marks the largest wage…

Tensions rise as President Trump weighs military options against Iran

President Donald Trump is facing a critical decision inside the White House: how far the U.S. should go to support Israel in dismantling Iran’s nuclear program.

(NBC)- Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, President Donald Trump is facing a critical decision inside the White House: how far the U.S. should go to support Israel in dismantling Iran’s nuclear program. “Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon,” the president said Tuesday, following a high-level meeting in the White House Situation Room with his national security team. During…

Federal Reserve expected to hold interest rates amid global uncertainty

As economic tensions rise overseas, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve today as it prepares to announce its latest decision on interest rates.

(CNN)- As economic tensions rise overseas, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve today as it prepares to announce its latest decision on interest rates. Most analysts expect the Fed to hold rates steady, despite growing concerns about inflation, rising oil prices, and pending tariffs. “The hard data are showing that the U.S. economy is doing very well and inflation…

Hollywood Minute: Tom Cruise to receive first Oscar at upcoming Academy ceremony

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced it will honor Cruise with an honorary Oscar.

(CNN)- Tom Cruise is finally getting his Oscar, but not through traditional competition. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced it will honor Cruise with an honorary Oscar this year for his contributions to the filmmaking and stunt performer communities. Country music icon Dolly Parton will also be recognized with an honorary Oscar, highlighting her humanitarian efforts. Both…

Macon Bacon Improve to 6-9 with Victory Over the Flamingos

The Macon Bacon defeated the Florence Flmaingos 6-2 on Tuesday night at Luther Williams Field

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Bacon bounced back under the lights of Luther Williams Field on National Mascot Day with a 6-2 victory over the Florence Flamingos on Tuesday night. Coming off a big loss Monday, Macon wasted no time setting the tone early, racking up four hits and three runs in the first inning before storms forced…

Warner Robins Police: Real-Time Crime Center is ‘game changer’

“What I'm most excited about is the value to the community.”

(Photo Credit: Fiona King /41NBC)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After several years, the Real-Time Crime Center at the Law Enforcement Center in Warner Robins is officially operational. The state-of-the-art facility gives the police department access to real-time data, surveillance feeds, and analytical tools that will transform how they tackle crime and help keep the community safe. Police Chief Wayne Fisher described…

UPDATE: Centerville residents vote in new Mayor

J. Michael Evans defeated Justin Wright with 565 votes to 414 votes.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)UPDATE (11:30 p.m.): After final election results in the race for Centerville Mayor, J. Michael Evans defeated Justin Wright with 565 votes to 414 votes. For full election results including the race for new Council Chairman in Washington County, and the race for Wheeler County Tax Commission, click here. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Today, voters are heading…

UPDATE: GSP believes vehicle that struck, killed man on I-75 was red semi-truck

GSP says Richard Alan Dykes of Cochran was hit by a vehicle on Interstate 75 southbound near mile marker 109 just after 6 a.m on Tuesday. 

UPDATE (8/20/25): Georgia Department of Public Safety said in a Facebook post Wednesday that the suspect vehicle in the June 17 hit-and-run is now believed to be a medium red semi-truck with damage to the right-side headlight assembly. Investigators are still reviewing video from I-75 southbound near mile marker 109. The family of Richard Alan “Rad” Dykes is offering a…

UPDATE: Macon-Bibb Commissioners approve FY26 budget

Mayor Lester Miller’s proposed FY26 budget increases funding for safety, tech and beautification while keeping the millage rate steady.

FileUPDATE: (6/17/25)- On Tuesday, Macon-Bibb County Commission approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. The county says this year’s budget covering operations from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, represents an increase in spending across budgets, including more funds allocated for public safety, IT, beautification, and recreation. They say even with the increase, the millage rate is proposed to remain…

How Warner Robins plans to benefit from increased FY 2026 city budget

The city of Warner Robins will look to operate on a $179,863,519 budget for Fiscal Year 2026, a 12.6% increase from FY 2025. 

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The city of Warner Robins will look to operate on a $179,863,519 budget for Fiscal Year 2026, a 12.6% increase from FY 2025. “It’s going to be a really good end to this calendar year and going into the next calendar year,” said Mayor LaRhonda Patrick. The budget proposal includes a 9.6% increase in money…