Deputies: Forsyth daycare teacher arrested, accused of giving Benadryl to toddlers

A Forsyth daycare teacher has been arrested and charged after giving Benadryl to toddlers to make them sleepy at nap time, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office.

Photo: Monroe County Sheriff’s OfficeFORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Forsyth daycare teacher has been arrested and charged after giving Benadryl to toddlers to make them sleepy at nap time, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. The investigation began on Sunday, March 9, after a report was made to the sheriff’s office about an employee at Forsyth Methodist Church daycare….

Family Promise of Greater Houston County to participate in Peaches to the Beaches Annual Yard Sale

Family Promise of Greater Houston County board president Dana Chatman says the non-profit is in need of donations.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Family Promise of Greater Houston County is participating in the Peaches to Beaches Annual Yard Sale. The Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale is set to take place along Georgia Highway 341. The event is March 14-15 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Family Promise of Greater Houston County board president Dana Chatman says the non-profit is…

Three arrested in drone prison drop attempt at Washington State Prison

Deputies arrested three men late Friday night after they were caught trying to drop contraband into Washington State Prison using a drone, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.

Photo: Washington County Sheriff’s OfficeDAVISBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Deputies arrested three men late Friday night after they were caught trying to drop contraband into Washington State Prison using a drone, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. Just before midnight, deputies responded to West Brown Drive in Davisboro after receiving reports of “several suspicious individuals,” the sheriff’s office stated in…

Partners in Education to host auction, proceeds benefit Bibb County students

Event organizer Jane Bickley says proceeds from the event will provide private music lessons for students in the Bibb County School District.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Partners in Education (P.I.E.) is hosting a silent auction with homemade pies. The event is March 13 from 9:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Pierce Chapel at Wesleyan College. Event organizer Jane Bickley says P.I.E. is a community outreach of the Morning Music Club. Committee member Janice Habersham says more than 100 scholarships have been awarded…

February fight in Bibb County Jail leads to multiple injuries

The fight broke out on just before 8:30 p.m. on Monday, February 24, in Block B-300 of the jail.

FileMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A fight inside the Bibb County Jail last month left multiple people injured, according to an incident report from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The fight broke out on just before 8:30 p.m. on Monday, February 24, in Block B-300 of the jail. According to the report, requested by 41NBC on February 26 and obtained on…

Crimestoppers seeks suspect for animal cruelty in Jones County

Today's word of the day: Reset

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and discuss the word of the day. 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. Maxine Guillaume, female. She’s wanted by the U.S….

Alabama man sentenced to prison for 2019 murder of Tarmarco Head in Warner Robins

29-year-old Morgan Cardelle Baker of Mobile Alabama was convicted on March 10, 2025 of voluntary manslaughter for his role in the 2019 shooting death of Tarmarco Head at Club Boss in Warner Robins.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An Alabama man was sentenced to 20 years in prison in connection to the 2019 murder of Tarmarco Head in Warner Robins, according to Houston County District Attorney Eric Edwards. 29-year-old Morgan Cardelle Baker of Mobile Alabama was convicted on March 10, 2025 of voluntary manslaughter for his role in the 2019 shooting death of…

Bibb County deputies: Suspect arrested after ShotSpotter Alert on Cedar Avenue

A Bibb County Sheriff's Office deputy arrested a man on an aggravated assault charge over the weekend after responding to a ShotSpotter alert.

Guerdy Edmond (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Bibb County Sheriff’s Office deputy arrested a man on an aggravated assault charge over the weekend after responding to a ShotSpotter alert. According to a sheriff’s office Facebook post, a man came out of a home on Cedar Avenue and began shooting while several women were arguing. The gunfire…

13-year-old dead after being struck by minivan in Gray

The fatal accident occurred at 6:58 p.m. on March 8 in the 200 block of Eatonton Highway in Gray.

GRAY , Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 13-year-old girl is dead after being struck by a minivan Saturday, according to Jones County Deputy Coroner Wayne Grier. The fatal accident occurred at 6:58 p.m. on March 8 in the 200 block of Eatonton Highway in Gray. Deputies found 13-year-old Rylee Baird at the scene, where she had been struck by a minivan….

Dublin man arrested for fatal shooting of ex-girlfriend, GBI investigating

On March 7, the Dublin Police Department requested the GBI to assist with the investigation into a death around 5:50 a.m.

DUBLIN , Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Dublin man was arrested Monday for the fatal shooting of his ex-girlfriend, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI). On March 10, 37-year-old Lenton OBryant Jones (a.k.a. Kobe Bryant Jones) was arrested and charged with malice murder, two counts of cruelty to children in the 1st degree, one count of aggravated assault, and…

Man arrested for commercial burglary, vandalism on Vineville Avenue in Macon

The incident happened just before 4 a.m. on March 8.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested for burglary and vandalism in Macon, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The incident happened just before 4 a.m. on March 8. According to the news release, deputies responded to a report of vandalism inside the 3100 block of Vineville Avenue. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office spoke with witnesses that reported…

Morning Business Report: Government shutdown bill faces hurdles

House Republicans have introduced a bill aimed at preventing a government shutdown ahead of Friday’s deadline.

(LILAMAX)- House Republicans have introduced a bill aimed at preventing a government shutdown ahead of Friday’s deadline. The proposal includes a modest increase in defense spending while reducing funding for non-defense programs—an approach unlikely to gain Democratic support, as they have long pushed for balanced spending across both sectors. Changes are coming to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The Department…

Tariff hikes and government shutdown loom as deadlines approach

Two major deadlines this week could have significant economic and political consequences.

NBC– Two major deadlines this week could have significant economic and political consequences—new tariffs on steel and aluminum imports take effect Wednesday, and Congress must pass a government funding bill by Friday to avoid a shutdown. President Donald Trump acknowledged the shutdown risk but expressed confidence in a short-term funding bill that House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to bring for…

Trade tensions escalate as U.S. faces retaliatory tariffs from China, Canada

China and Canada are cracking down on U.S. exports.

CNN– The ongoing trade dispute between the U.S. and its partners intensifies as American farmers face new retaliatory tariffs, starting today. Some of America’s largest trade partners, including China and Canada, are cracking down on U.S. exports. In a move expected to hit U.S. agricultural producers hard, China has imposed an additional 15% tariff on key American exports, including chicken,…

Southwest Historic Run Comes to Heartbreaking End in State Championship

The Southwest Patriots were defeated in the GHSA A Division I State Championship Game, 62-56

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Saturday afternoon at the Macon Coliseum, the 27-3 Southwest Patriots ended their season with a loss to B.E.S.T. Academy in the GHSA Class A Division-One State Championship by a final score of 62-56. The Coliseum was at max capacity for this state title game that featured a Macon school just five miles down the…

Wilcox County Lady Patriots emerge victorious in first GHSA State Championship

Wilcox County Lady Patriots won the GHSA Class A Division-II State Championship with a win over Washington-Wilkes

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – On Friday afternoon at the Macon Coliseum, the 28-1 Wilcox County Lady Patriots defeated the 14-8 Washington-Wilkes Lady Tigers 72-48 to win their very first GHSA State Championship in program history. After being defeated in the Elite Eight for the last three seasons, the Lady Patriots finally accomplished their goal of winning the Class A…

Pediatrician shares tips to help kids adjust to daylight saving time

Pediatrician of Primary Pediatrics, Dr. Robert Ford, says the biggest thing when it comes to children adjusting to the time change is planning ahead. 

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Daylight saving time begins this weekend. The change to the clock time is typically implemented in the spring and continues into the fall when clocks are set back to standard time. It’s hard for working adults and even harder for young children. Pediatrician of Primary Pediatrics, Dr. Robert Ford, says the biggest thing when it…

Some daycares across Middle Georgia extending ‘EXPAND’ program allowing for flexible business hours

A handful of daycares across Middle Georgia are set to continue their extended hours for at least three more months, allowing parents with non-traditional work schedules to pick up their children as late as midnight. 

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A handful of daycares across Middle Georgia are set to continue their extended hours for at least three more months, allowing parents with non-traditional work schedules to pick up their children as late as midnight.  This initiative, which began a year ago, has proven to be successful for working families who need the flexibility.  The extension of…

Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale to take place along Georgia Highway 341

Volunteer at the Friends of Perry Animal Shelter Roberta Lasater says Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale benefits their non-profit.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale is set to take place along Georgia Highway 341. The event is March 14-15 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Volunteer at the Friends of Perry Animal Shelter Roberta Lasater says Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale is open to the community. Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale passes…

Monroe County Emergency Services holds grand opening for its new Fire Station 10

"Oglethorpe, Gresco, jumped right in, I mean, I can't say enough to them what kind of partners could you want in the county other than them,” said John Ambrose Sr., District 3 Commissioner for Monroe County.

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)SMARR, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After years in the making, Monroe County Emergency Services Fire Station 10 has been rebuilt, in Smarr, as staff, city officials, and other community leaders and members celebrated the opening of the new station with a ribbon cutting while also celebrating Monroe County Emergency Services 50th anniversary on Friday. The original Fire Station…

Clouds and rain return over the weekend

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A new low pressure system will bring more clouds and scattered showers to Middle Georgia this weekend. This Evening A mostly sunny afternoon will see more clouds begin to move in through the sunset hours. It will be a much warmer night courtesy of a shift in wind direction earlier today. Conditions are pretty warm for…

Former Macon councilman releases new book

Author and former councilman Rick Hutto shares details about his book The Countess and the Nazis: An American Family’s Private War.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Former Macon councilman Rick Hutto is debuting his new book. Hutto recently wrote The Countess and the Nazis: An American Family’s Private War. Hutto says the book tells the story about a woman who made the ultimate sacrifice for her children during the Hitler regime. Hutto will be hosting a free presentation of the book at…

Parents protest non-renewals of Alexander II principal, assistant principal contracts

Parents took to the streets Friday morning protesting outside the Bibb County Board of Education.

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Parents took to the streets Friday morning protesting outside the Bibb County Board of Education. They are seeking answers regarding the recent decision not to renew the contracts of Principal Angel Woodard and Assistant Principal Dr. Meredith Byrd at Alexander II Magnet School. During the protest, parents expressed their frustration, saying they want answers from the…

Off-duty McRae police officer arrested for DUI while driving school bus in Telfair County

An off-duty McRae police officer was arrested for DUI on February 27 after allegedly driving a school bus while heavily impaired, according to the Georgia State Patrol.

Theodore Ruggenberg (Photo: Telfair County Sheriff’s Office)MCRAE-HELENA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An off-duty McRae police officer was arrested for DUI on Thursday morning after allegedly driving a school bus while heavily impaired, according to the Georgia State Patrol (GSP). A GSP statement says just before 8:30 a.m. on February 27, a Georgia State Patrol trooper responded to a call from local…