Warner Robins school speed cameras going live this Wednesday
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As students in Warner Robins prepare to return to school, the city has announced the end of the warning period for…
Test list
WRPD: 73-year-old motorcyclist hospitalized after collision on Watson Boulevard
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 73-year-old woman was hospitalized with a suspected fractured left leg on Monday following a collision involving a motorcycle and a passenger vehicle on Watson Boulevard at Galleria Mall Drive. That's according to a Warner…
Macon Regional Crimestoppers sees success with 'Top 15 Most Wanted'
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon Regional Crimestoppers is celebrating the success of its Top 15 Most Wanted program. The Top 15 Most Wanted fugitives are wanted for charges ranging from conspiracy to commit murder to aggravated assault and kidnapping. Crimestoppers…
Companies donate school supplies, uniforms to kids at Brookdale Resource Center
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Families at the Brookdale Resource Center in Macon are getting a helping hand with their back to school needs thanks to…
Wesleyan College learning specialist offers tips for students starting college
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Navigating the leap from high school to college can often be daunting for incoming freshmen. As they encounter hurdles, it's crucial for…
Former Warner Robins police chief faces child sexual abuse charges
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A former Warner Robins Police Chief is facing child sexual abuse charges in Houston County. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation arrested 79-year-old George Johnson, of Warner Robins on Thursday. On Wednesday, July 26th, GBI agents…
UPDATE: Macon County Jail inmate captured, second inmate remains at large
UPDATE: The Macon County Sheriff's Office is reporting the capture of one of the two inmates who escaped the Macon County Jail, Thursday. The Montezuma Police Department says Raquan Ray was captured on July 29, 2023 at 12:07 am in…
Winners announced for first-ever Great Macon Baking Week
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Visit Macon has announced the winners of the first-ever Great Macon Baking Week challenge. The competition included 16 local bakeries and restaurants competing for…
BCSO investigates Circle K robbery
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Bibb County Sheriff's office is investigating a weekend robbery. It happened around 2:00 Saturday morning at the Circle K located at 6205 Zebulon Road. Deputies say…
Sunny end to July
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The final day of July will bring plenty of sunshine to Middle Georgia. Following the weak cold front that pushed through the region Sunday afternoon and evening more pleasant conditions will set in for…
Intensity Athletics Track and Field Club celebrates 10 years of growth; 35 athletes heading to Junior Olympics
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Intensity Athletics, an Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) youth Track and Field club based in Warner Robins, is marking its 10th anniversary with continued success. The club saw record-breaking participation of 110 kids aged between 6…
Police chief: Fort Valley crime down by 47% thanks to criminal analysis, community engagement
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Crime is down in Fort Valley, and law enforcement says it's all thanks to criminal analysis and community engagement. Dr. Anson Evans has served as the Chief of Police in Fort Valley for one year.…
'Stop the Violence' parade aims to unify Middle Georgia against gun violence
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Middle Georgians are set to take a unified stand against violence this weekend with a community-driven parade aimed at promoting peace. The "Stop the Violence" parade, organized by community stakeholders including local churches, businesses, and city…
Free school supplies up for grabs at Hunt Center's annual Back to School Drive in Fort Valley
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Hunt Educational & Cultural Center is hosting its annual Back to School Drive on Saturday, July 29, offering free school supplies and family-friendly activities to Middle Georgia students from kindergarten through college. The event,…
Clouds and scattered storms keep temps cooler Saturday
A small surface low has been pushing rain and clouds into the area today, keeping us in the mid-90s this afternoon. Clouds will hang around overnight, keeping…
Celebrate National Chicken Wing Day this Saturday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Saturday July 29th is National Chicken Wing Day. It is a day to celebrate the popular snack and appetizer. Buffalo's Cafe in Macon stopped by 41Today to share their $1.00 wing special for Saturday. General manager…
2 teenagers arrested, accused of trying to smuggle contraband into Washington State Prison
DAVISBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –A teenager and juvenile were taken into custody Friday morning in Washington County. According to the Washington County Sheriff's Office, deputies, along with the Department of Corrections K9 Unit, arrested 17-year-old L’Yondo Ware and a 15-year-old. Deputies…
Macon man sentenced to prison for wire fraud, identity theft
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon man will see prison time after pleading guilty to committing wire fraud in an identity theft scheme. A judge sentenced 33-year-old Aaron Jamal Denzel Austin to four years in prison, followed by three years…
Driver killed in morning crash on Highway 96 in Houston County
BONAIRE, Georgia - A Bonaire man is dead following a morning crash in Houston County. Houston County Coroner James Williams said the driver, 38-year-old Brian Matthew Baldwin of Bonaire, died at the scene. Williams says the crash involved a vehicle…
Macon driver injured in deputy-involved shooting, released from hospital and arrested
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The driver injured in a deputy-involved shooting is now out of the hospital and in jail. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 53-year-old Anthony Foster was released from the hospital around 2:00 Thursday afternoon. Last week,…
Rain chances climb into the weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A weak low from the tropics will bring increased cloud cover and storm odds to finish the week. Today Mostly cloudy skies are expected for the majority of the day around Middle Georgia. A few…
Scattered storms and heat return Friday
Much of Middle Georgia made it back to the upper 90s this afternoon, with highs in Macon reaching 99°. Overnight we will see a few more clouds moving into the area, keeping us warm, with lows in the mid-70s. Cloud…
Vine Ingle to represent Georgia in Senior League Softball World Series
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Vine Ingle Senior Softball team has advanced to the Senior League Softball World Series. "We made it. Like, we literally made it to the World Series. Like, it's so surreal," outfielder and rising ACE (Academy…
Local artistry shines in MTA's 'Transporting Art' public installation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — "Transporting Art", a public art installation, has been enhancing the visual appeal of Macon-Bibb Transit Authority's (MTA) bus shelters across Macon since May. The installation features 10 art murals at six locations. "We love the idea…
Forrest B. Johnson & Associates hosting 'Back 2 School Bash' in Macon on Saturday with free supplies, family fun
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Local law firm Forrest B. Johnson & Associates, in partnership with Coca-Cola and Walmart, is doing its part to make sure students in Middle…
100% of sales from Dairy Queen of Gray donated to local hospital for Miracle Treat Day
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Dairy Queen partnered with the Children’s Miracle Network for its 19th annual Miracle Treat Day on…
The Great Macon Baking Week: Kinjo's Black Sesame Snickers Cheesecake
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As the Great Macon Baking Week competition nears its end, 41NBC's Drake Rozelle ventured into Kinjo Kitchen and Cocktails in downtown Macon.…
Armed suspects arrested at Macon apartment complex
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says multiple people were arrested and multiple firearms were recovered at a Macon apartment complex on Wednesday. A sheriff's office news release says deputies responded to North Napier Apartments, located on…
BCSO needs your help identifying suspects in entering auto investigations
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —The Bibb County Sheriff's Office needs your help identifying suspects in two separate entering autos incidents. Both happened on Tuesday, July 25. The first happened just before 1:00 a.m. at the intersection of Susan Way and Thoroughbred…
Houston County Board of Commissioners to vote on raising property taxes
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Houston County Board of Commissioners announces Thursday, its intention to increase the 2023 property taxes. Commissioners will levy it this year by 5.46% over the rollback millage rate. Each year, the Board of Tax…
Forsyth man sentenced to 35 years for possession of child porn
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A Forsyth man is sentenced to 35 years in prison for possession of child sexual abuse material. The investigation into 35-year-old…
"School's Open, Drive Carefully" reminds drivers to obey the law for children's safety
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- It’s time for kids to go back to school, and that means school buses will be back on the…
Man barricades himself in camper, has shootout with police
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man is in the hospital being evaluated after a shootout with law enforcement Tuesday night in Warner Robins. The Houston County…
Intense heat continues Thursday with a few pop up storms
Wednesday continued our pattern of hot days with just a few showers and storms popping up. A few showers are lingering tonight, but most of…
Peach County Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation closing, looking for homes for 34 dogs
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Peach County Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation is set to close its doors at the end of July and…
Houston County School District looking forward to continuous growth this school year
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Houston County School District celebrated its successes from the past year and welcomed future growth during the district's…
Warner Robins' Camp Bow Wow manager raises awareness on pet safety in scorching heat
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The sweltering heat of summer can prove dangerous, not just for humans, but our pets as well.…
Back to school giveaway in Warner Robins: Free backpacks, school supplies, chance to win iPads
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Truth in the Word Ministries is hosting its annual back-to-school backpack giveaway on Saturday, offering free school supplies and a chance…
The Great Macon Baking Week: Layers' White Velvet cake
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Our Great Macon Baking Week coverage continues with a spotlight on an exceptional treat at Layers on Vineville Avenue — the white velvet…
Warner Robins man woken by gunfire, shot in head
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Early Wednesday morning, a 40-year-old man was shot in the head during a shots fired incident in the 100 block of Greenway…
UPDATE: Man hospitalized for evaluation after deputy-involved shooting in Houston County
UPDATE: A man is in the hospital being evaluated after a shootout with law enforcement Tuesday night in Warner Robins. HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A…
Hot weather continues this week with stray showers
The heat was on today in Middle Georgia, as we warmed into the upper 90s. Thankfully, our humidity has been pretty low, so it was as comfortable…
Piedmont Healthcare offers advice in the wake of Bronny James' cardiac arrest
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Medical professionals in Georgia are responding after Lebron James' son, 18-year-old Bronny James, suffered a cardiac arrest during basketball practice…
'Black Wing Week' aims to promote Black-owned businesses in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The "Macon Black Culture" organization's Black Wing Week is underway. The competition, running from July 24-29, aims to promote local Black-owned businesses.…
Photographers invited to spotlight Macon's Muscogee heritage in 'Fanning the Flame' exhibition
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — NewTown Macon is inviting local photographers to participate in this year's "Fanning the Flame" exhibition, an event intended to spotlight the historical…
Macon woman charged with 220 counts of Theft and Forgery
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Macon woman is in jail, in connection with incidents of Theft and Forgery. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says deputies arrested 36-year-old Crystal…
The Great Macon Baking Week: Felicia's Cake Factory cupcakes
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Felicia's Cake Factory on Third Street, a family-run bakery competing in the the Great Macon Baking Week competition, is hoping to win over…
Bibb County School District promotes togetherness during 2023-24 Convocation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County School District is starting its 2023-24 school year with a message of togetherness. Faculty and staff from schools across Bibb…
3 charged in connection to Baymont Inn & Suites double shooting
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Three people are facing charges in connection to a recent shooting at the Baymont Inn & Suites in Macon. Monday afternoon,…
Fourth grade teacher awarded Bibb County District Teacher of the Year
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County School District announced its District Teacher of the Year during the 2023 Convocation ceremony on Tuesday. This year's…