Dooly County Shooting Update
DOOLY, County (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Bureau of Investigation, along with the Dooly County Sheriff's Office and the FBI, held a news conference today to provide an update on the deadly shooting…
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Bibb County operation leads to five arrests, seizure of 10 firearms and drugs
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Five people were arrested and 10 firearms were seized during a Bibb County Sheriff's Office operation targeting illegal drugs and weapons in Macon. The…
Warner Robins appoints Tabitha Clark as new tourism director
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The City of Warner Robins is looking to attract more visitors with new leadership at its Convention and Visitors Bureau. The city appointed…
Hancock State Prison inmate's death investigated as homicide
SPARTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —The Georgia Department of Corrections is investigating the death of an inmate at Hancock State Prison as a homicide. According to the Georgia Department of…
Juvenile shot on Lynmore Avenue in Macon, deputies investigating
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A juvenile was shot Thursday afternoon on Lynmore Avenue in Macon, according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. The shooting happened just before…
Perry moves forward with phase 2 of Sadie Heights flood mitigation project
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The City of Perry is moving forward with the second phase of the Sadie Heights/Stonegate Trail Flood Mitigation Project to help reduce flooding in local neighborhoods. According to city officials, phase 1 included replacing culverts beneath…
Macon's Big Bike Ride returns Saturday with 8-mile community ride
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bike Walk Macon is bringing back its third annual Big Bike Ride on Saturday, November 7, to promote safer streets and celebrate the city's cycling community. The event will feature an 8-mile community ride through downtown,…
Amerson River Park playground to close temporarily for repairs
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The playground at Amerson River Park will temporarily close Thursday, November 5, and Friday, November 6, for repairs. According to Macon-Bibb County, crews will replace three…
Woman injured after being struck by two vehicles in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A woman was seriously injured Wednesday evening after being struck by two vehicles on North Davis Drive in Warner Robins. According to the…
Florida man sentenced to 30 years following Houston County police chase, drug arrest
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Florida man has been sentenced to 30 years, with the first 10 years to serve in prison, after pleading guilty to…
Weekend Watch: Macon Burger Week, Christmas Made in the South and more happening in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Whether you're ready to get a head start on Christmas shopping, try a new burger or…
Macon basketball court dedicated to NBA Champion Corey Williams
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —A Basketball Court At Kings Park Community Center in Macon was dedicated to NBA Champion Corey Williams on Wednesday. He played for the Chicago Bulls alongside…
Houston County School District installs metal detectors
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Houston County School District takes another step to improve campus safety, after installing metal detectors to help prevent weapons from making their way into school buildings. School officials say the new security measures are…
Cloud cover lingers Thursday as rain chances drop again
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The cold front responsible for storms this afternoon and evening is expected to stall a bit tomorrow keeping cloud cover around. This Evening The main group of storms is moving through Middle Georgia late this afternoon.…
Deer-related crashes prompt safety warnings for Middle Georgia drivers
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- As temperatures drop and hunting season gets underway, deer are becoming more active across Middle Georgia, increasing the risk of crashes for drivers. The…
GEORGIA BUSINESS FOCUS: Warner Robins names tourism director; Macon-Bibb P&Z releases housing study; national economic impact from Iran war
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Macon-Bibb County P&Z unveils an ambitious 2050 housing plan aimed at shaping the region’s future,…
Veterans Day parade to feature military flyover, floats and marching bands in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Cherry Blossom Festival is preparing to honor local veterans with Macon-Bibb County's Veterans Day Parade in downtown Macon on Sunday, November 8, at 3 p.m. 41NBC is partnering…
Crimestoppers seeking man wanted for robbery in Jones County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon Regional Crime Stoppers is spotlighting five individuals wanted by law enforcement agencies across Middle Georgia as part of its ongoing effort to encourage community…
Johnson County elementary student removed from school after air gun found on campus
WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — An elementary student was removed from school Wednesday morning after being found with an air gun, according to Johnson…
Judge Penny Brown Reynolds makes history as Georgia’s first woman Secretary of State
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Judge Penny Brown Reynolds made history Tuesday night, becoming the first woman and the first woman of color elected as Georgia's secretary of state. Reynolds, a Democrat and former state court judge, defeated state lawmaker Tim…
Piedmont doctor shares tips to stay healthy during respiratory virus season
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As temperatures begin to drop and the holiday season approaches, a Piedmont primary care provider is reminding Middle Georgia residents to take…
Cold front to bring thunderstorms Wednesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An incoming cold front from the west will bring an elevated opportunity for thunderstorms around Middle Georgia Wednesday afternoon/evening and possibly Thursday as well. This Evening Overcast skies are likely to linger around Middle Georgia through…
Perry names Justin Kilgore community development director
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The City of Perry has named Justin Kilgore its new community development director. The city announced Kilgore's appointment Tuesday in a news release. According to the release, Kilgore most recently served as planning manager for El…
Deputies: Macon man charged after domestic violence incident, brief standoff
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 28-year-old man faces multiple charges after a domestic violence incident involving three victims on Mumford Road, according to the Bibb County…
RECALL WATCH LIST: Once Upon a Farm recalls toddler snack bars over choking hazard
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Once Upon a Farm is recalling all flavors of its popular “Tractor Wheels Organic Soft-Baked Bars” after reports that the toddler snacks pose a potentially deadly choking hazard. The recall covers all flavors, lot codes and expiration dates…
Teen arrested after burglary at Macon smoke shop, deputies say
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 17-year-old is facing a felony burglary charge after deputies say he broke into a Macon smoke shop early Saturday morning and…
2026 MIDTERM ELECTIONS: Gas prices remain high as voters head to polls
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia drivers are paying an average of about $3.57 per gallon for regular gasoline on Election Day, while a temporary suspension of the state's fuel tax remains in effect through November 30. Gas prices top voter…
Crawford County man sentenced to 20 years for child molestation after jury conviction
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Crawford County man has been sentenced to 20 years after a jury found him guilty of child molestation,…
Woman who stole from Macon stores, fled after removing ankle monitor sentenced to 15 years
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon woman who stole from several retail stores and later cut off her ankle monitor while…
Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores October 26-30
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…
Showers possible Election Day
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Election Day is expected to be mostly cloudy around Middle Georgia with a few showers possible throughout the day. This Evening A partly cloudy afternoon will become a mostly cloudy and relatively warm night as temperatures…
Peach County school officials explain bullying warning signs, how to report it
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Peach County school officials say declining grades and changes in behavior can be warning signs of bullying, and they're…
Decision 2026 Georgia Votes: Tanya Miller discusses public safety, consumer protection and accountability
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With Election Day approaching, Decision 2026: Georgia Votes examines the race for Georgia attorney general, featuring an interview with…
Bibb sheriff’s office shares cold case progress at Crimestoppers luncheon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says its cold case unit has closed six rape cases and four armed robbery cases, an update shared Monday during the annual Macon Regional Crimestoppers luncheon. Sgt. Greg Thomas with Macon…
Warner Robins man sentenced to 35 years, 10 in prison, for armed robbery
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 20-year-old Warner Robins man was sentenced to 35 years Monday after pleading guilty to robbing and striking…
Byron woman pleads guilty in federal stolen check conspiracy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 24-year-old Byron woman pleaded guilty to participating in a scheme involving stolen checks with a total face value of hundreds of thousands…
Rick Jackson makes campaign stop in Perry along with Gov. Brian Kemp ahead of Election Day
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With Election Day approaching, Republican gubernatorial nominee Rick Jackson stopped in Perry on Monday, Nov. 2,…
RECALL WATCH LIST: Safety risks for Ashwagandha capsules, coffee makers, space heaters, and nursing pillows
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- From dietary supplements and kitchen appliances to space heaters and nursing pillows, these products pose serious safety risks—including…
Macon man arrested after attempted armed robbery at Ingleside Avenue credit union
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon man was arrested Saturday, October 31, in connection with an attempted armed robbery at a credit union on Ingleside…
UPDATE: Macon man charged with murder in death of 22-year-old Soraya Woodley
UPDATE (11/2/2026): A 21-year-old Macon man has been charged with murder in connection with the shooting death of 22-year-old Soraya Kiara Woodley on Pio…
Warner Robins considers $229,000 for downtown planning projects
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warner Robins City Council is scheduled to consider two proposals totaling $229,000 on Monday, November 2, as the city continues planning for downtown redevelopment. The proposals include a $169,000 contract to develop downtown design guidelines…
Warner Robins police looking for driver after car hits 15-year-old pedestrian on Halloween night
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warner Robins police are searching for the driver of a sedan accused of hitting a 15-year-old pedestrian and leaving the scene Saturday night. According to a Warner Robins Police Department news release, sent Sunday night,…
Overnight fire destroys Billy’s Clubhouse on Forest Hill Road in Macon
UPDATE: No injuries were reported in the fire that damaged Billy’s Clubhouse and spread through the attic of a Forest Hill Road commercial strip center,…
Jon Ossoff to campaign in Warner Robins Sunday ahead of Election Day
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff will campaign in Warner Robins on Sunday as he makes a final push ahead of Tuesday's election against Republican challenger Mike Collins. Ossoff is scheduled to appear at a canvass…
Registered sex offender sentenced to 10 years in prison in Bibb child exploitation case
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A registered sex offender who investigators say shared child sexual abuse material while on probation has been sentenced to 20 years, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney's Office. 55-year-old Steven Mendenhall pleaded guilty Wednesday…
New surgical robot assists joint replacements at Piedmont Macon North
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Piedmont Macon North Hospital is introducing a robotic surgical system designed to help surgeons perform knee and hip replacements with greater precision,…
Free Halloween festival set for Saturday at Bibb sheriff’s outreach center
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is turning Halloween into an opportunity to connect with local families. Saturday's annual Halloween Haunted House…
Disney On Ice brings ‘Magic of Family’ to Macon this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Families in Middle Georgia can experience the magic of two popular Disney movies on ice as Disney on Ice presents Magic of Family comes to…
Deputies: Dublin search leads to seizure of nearly 2 pounds of suspected fentanyl, nearly $20k in cash
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Laurens County drug agents seized about 1.8 pounds of suspected fentanyl and $19,523 during a search of a Dublin storage facility, according to the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office. In a post on Facebook, the sheriff’s office…
Monroe County SRO placed on leave after altercation with 2 students
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Monroe County school resource officer has been placed on administrative leave after a reported physical altercation with two students Thursday at the Monroe County Achievement Center. Monroe County Schools and the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office…