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…
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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…
Monroe County deputy on leave pending possible DUI investigation
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Monroe County deputy remains on leave as the Monroe County Sheriff's Office investigates a possible DUI. Monroe County Sheriff's Office Public Information…
Play Streets Macon Initiative picks its neighborhoods for 2023
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bike Walk Macon announced the selected neighborhoods for this year's Play Streets Macon Initiative. They include the MLK small and minority business district…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores July 17-21
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here's this week's Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia's food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, July 17 and Friday, July 21, 2023. All scores of 69 and below are shown…
More than 40 artists set to perform at Macon's Bragg Jam Concert Crawl this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Music venues in downtown Macon are gearing up for a variety of acts set to perform…
Muse Theatre expansion project to nearly double downtown Perry's dining options
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Muse Theatre in downtown Perry has announced plans to introduce five new restaurants and a rooftop bar in a…
Hot and mostly dry conditions stick around through the week
The week has started sunny and mostly dry here in Middle Georgia with highs in the mid-90s. Tomorrow will repeat today's weather with highs in…
GBI, Dublin Police seize drugs, firearms in Laurens County investigation
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) and the Dublin Police Department arrested three people on drug and firearm-related charges following a joint investigation targeting street level drug distribution in Laurens County. A GBI news release says…
The Great Macon Baking Week: The Rookery's Christmas Tree Cheesecake
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon businesses are vying for the top spot in the inaugural Great Macon Baking Competition, and some are stirring up a batch…
Macon man charged with shooting at vehicle in Monroe County
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon man is facing charges stemming from a shooting incident along Rivoli Road in Monroe County. Deputies arrested 36-year-old Ernest Hale-Clark. He is charged with two counts of Aggravated Assault and Criminal Damage to Property.…
Concert line-up released for 34th annual Georgia National Fair
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The 34th Georgia National Fair has announced its complete 2023 concert line-up. The concert series is presented by Georgia Farm Bureau. The line-up…
2 teens injured in weekend shooting in Milledgeville
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Milledgeville Police Department is investigating a weekend shooting that sent two teens to the hospital. Around 1:15 Sunday morning, officers responded to gunshots…
Armed robbery at CC Wings & Fish
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a robbery that took place at CC Wings & Fish this past weekend. Saturday just after 6 p.m.,…
Macon Waffle House robbed early Monday morning
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that happened at a Macon Waffle House just before 3:00 a.m. early Monday morning. Deputies…
Pleasant conditions return after stormy weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Mostly sunny skies and temperatures in the lower 90s return Monday following a cooler and wet weekend. Today Most of Middle Georgia will enjoy plenty of sunshine today as temperatures largely creep into the lower 90s.…