photo courtesy of MGNUPDATE: Bibb County deputies clarified on Thursday that a woman found shot Tuesday night was actually shot in the back alleyway of Raines Lane near the 1400 block of Pio Nono Avenue. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A woman is dead after a shooting in west Macon on Tuesday night. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, it…
City of Fort ValleyFORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Former Fort Valley Fire Chief Antonio Woodard was laid to rest at Willow Lake Memorial Gardens Tuesday in a service that drew family, friends, residents and officials from across Middle Georgia. His wife of 12 years, Korina Woodard, says her husband wasn’t only a fire chief but a leader and friend to…
(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The fiscal year 2026 budget for the City of Warner Robins totals nearly $180 million, with increases to services such as public safety, public works and recreation. But Mayor LaRhonda Patrick says the city took a more conservative approach to crafting this year’s budget, citing economic concerns nationally and globally. “We see…
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Houston County Emergency Management has launched Houston Alerts, a new emergency notification system aimed at keeping residents and visitors informed during critical situations. The free service replaces the county’s previous CodeRED alert system, which will be deactivated on July 22, 2025. Residents who were previously signed up for CodeRED will not be automatically transferred to…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Piedmont Macon is highlighting the importance of cancer screenings and stressing the value of early detection. Dr. Chantelle Martin, a resident physician at Piedmont Macon, said early detection is important and can change lives. “Early screening means that we’re trying to catch cancer at the very early stages,” Martin said. “It’s that first initial start of…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Partly sunny and near average temperatures are expected across Middle Georgia Wednesday. This Evening Scattered clouds will remain overhead through the late afternoon and evening. One or two showers or a storm will be possible through the evening and into early tonight. Skies should be mostly clear after midnight. Expect lows in the low to mid…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Transplant Foundation will host its Trends in Transplant conference on July 19 to educate and support transplant patients, recipients, living donors, and their caregivers. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lizzie Chapel Baptist Church in Macon. Check-in begins at 8:45 a.m. Lillie Bradley, a volunteer with the Georgia…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says eight of the expected 150 inmates have been released under Mayor Lester Miller’s justice reform initiative. The initiative, announced last month in June, included an audit intended to assess inmate charges, the length of their stay, service needs and eligibility for new rehabilitation programs. However, the progress has been slower…
(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Law enforcement agencies across Houston County are coming together, looking to put an end to the surge in crimes related to domestic violence. According to the Houston County Sheriff’s Office, there have been 12 homicides in the county this year, 9 of which were directly related to acts of family violence. At…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — This week’s Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health. The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, July 7 and Friday, July 11. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…
(CNN)- A legendary voice made a surprise return in Hollywood. Neil Diamond shocked theatergoers when he appeared at a performance of A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical, leading the audience in a rousing singalong of his 1969 classic, “Sweet Caroline.” The moment was especially poignant — Diamond retired from touring in 2018 after revealing his Parkinson’s disease diagnosis. Despite…
(NBC)-As Russian attacks on Ukraine continue to escalate, President Donald Trump is expressing growing frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin—and unveiling a new plan to bolster Ukraine’s defenses. “We want to see it end. And I’m disappointed in President Putin,” Trump said during a joint appearance with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. In a marked shift in tone and policy,…
(LILAMAX)- Amazon’s annual Prime Day event generated a staggering $24 billion in U.S. e-commerce sales over four days, according to Adobe Analytics. While Amazon itself doesn’t release official sales figures, Adobe reported that sales momentum started slow but surged by Day 3. Artificial intelligence played a surprising role in the shopping spree. Adobe noted a 3,300% spike in Gen AI-related…
(CNN)- Tens of millions of Americans are either bracing for severe weather or recovering from its destructive aftermath. In the Northeast, overnight flooding left a trail of damage. New Jersey is now under a state of emergency, and in New York, floodwaters inundated subway stations, damaging some train cars. One man was rescued from a flooded suburban area, while other…
MIDDLE GEORGIA – (41NBC/WMGT) – Before the Home Run Derby took center stage Monday night, the 2025 MLB Draft got underway Sunday with several familiar names earning their shot at the big leagues. On Monday night, former Houston County High School star and Florida State standout Gage Harrelson, who also played for the Macon Bacon, was selected in the 16th…
41NBC’s Bill Shanks sat down with Telfair County Trojans head coach Matt Burleson to discuss their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports Tags: high school football, Telfair County High School, Trojans Football
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Experts say the newly signed federal budget law, signed by President Trump on July 4, is threatening the health, food security and stability of families across Georgia. Director of Health Justice & Georgia Budget & Policy Institute Leah Chan says health care provisions in the bill threaten the health and economic security of Georgia’s low-income families….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Heat Advisory has been issued for most of Middle and East Central Georgia until 8 pm this evening. Starting off with a fairly rinse and repeat conditions today. Modest high pressure and ridging keeps temperatures hot with flow from the West to Southwest. Dewpoints in the 70s and temperatures in the mid to upper 90s…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Perry man has been sentenced to prison for false imprisonment in connection to a brutal domestic attack that occurred while he was out on bond for a previous armed offense, according to the Houston County District Attorney’s Office. 22-year-old Marquavious Rashawn Manning pleaded guilty to false imprisonment on July 7, just before jury selection was…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sgt. Greg Thomas of Macon Regional Crimestoppers appeared on 41Today to highlight five suspects currently wanted by law enforcement in Middle Georgia and to share the organization’s word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media outlets and law enforcement agencies across eight Middle Georgia counties, offering anonymous rewards for tips that lead to arrests. The following…
City of Fort ValleyUPDATE (7/14/25): The funeral service for longtime Fire Chief Antonio Woodard will be held Tuesday, July 15 at 2 p.m. at Faith Babies Ministries Church Of God By Faith (1000 Tulip Dr, Fort Valley), with burial to follow at Willow Lake Memorial Gardens (1854 Willow Lake Road). Read Woodard’s obituary here. FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –…
(LILAMAX)- Congress is on the verge of reshaping American finance as lawmakers prepare to tackle three major cryptocurrency bills during what’s being called “Crypto Week.” The legislation will address stablecoins, the development of a government-backed digital currency, and new rules for crypto trading—marking a pivotal moment in the country’s approach to digital assets. Meanwhile, the tech world is racing ahead…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia law enforcement is joining officers across the Southeast for a weeklong crackdown on speeding and aggressive driving, according to the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office. Operation Southern Slow Down runs from July 15 through July 20, with officers increasing patrols on major highways and interstates. The effort includes participation from five states—Georgia, Alabama, Florida, South Carolina…
(CN N)- The official trailer has dropped for “Billy Joel: And So It Goes,” an upcoming documentary chronicling the life and career of the legendary “Piano Man.” The HBO Max docuseries will air in two parts—the first half premiering Friday, July 18, followed by the second installment on July 25. Featuring Joel’s own candid commentary, the film dives into the…