Macon man pleads guilty, sentenced for sexually abusing teen over two years
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon man was sentenced to 20 years in prison for child molestation, according to the Houston County District Attorney’s…
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Six-hour manhunt ends with arrest of wanted felon in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested for fleeing law enforcement and leading authorities on a six-hour manhunt on Thursday, according to the Twiggs County…
Traffic stop in Reynolds leads to drug charges, arrests of two with felony warrants
REYNOLDS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A routine traffic stop in Reynolds on Tuesday led to the arrest of two individuals facing multiple charges, including drug possession and outstanding felony warrants. According to the Reynolds Police Department, an officer pulled over 42-year-old…
GDOT to start overnight lane closures on I-16 for pavement repairs July 7
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Drivers traveling on Interstate 16 should prepare for overnight lane closures as the Georgia Department of Transportation begins a long-term pavement repair project. Starting July 7, crews will begin concrete pavement repairs along I-16 East in…
Corey Jackson sentenced to 30 years for killing ex-girlfriend in Bibb County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A Bibb County man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for the 2022 shooting death of his ex-girlfriend in…
Man wanted for terroristic threats in Macon arrested in Jones County
JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested in Jones County for making terroristic threats in Macon, according to the Jones County Sheriff's Office.…
Bibb County deputies investigate fatal shooting of 21-year-old on Majestic Lane
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 21-year-old man is dead after a fatal shooting Thursday night, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The shooting happened just after 11 p.m. June 26 in the 3300 block of Majestic Lane, according to…
Organization brings awareness to elderly care resources after incident in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia - (41NBC/WMGT) -In the wake of the recent murder-suicide in Warner Robins involving two elderly residents, a local organization is bringing awareness to the resources available to them. Visiting Angels of Central Georgia is one of…
Experts share tips on how to save on your energy bill
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — With hot temperatures during the summer months, many homeowners turn their thermostat's up and down throughout the day. Experts say, that can cause your bill to skyrocket. Flint…
Bloomfield Library hosts Drone Racing
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It was an interesting Thursday at Bloomfield-Gilead Recreation Center as drones were raced across the floor and in the air. Dozens of kids attended as Bloomfield Library hosted the drone racing session to encourage tech literacy…
Temperatures drop a bit to finish the week
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - After a midweek heat wave temperatures will be closer to normal to finish the week around Middle Georgia. This Evening A partly sunny…
Warner Robins launches utility box art program to beautify city, showcase local talent
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The city of Warner Robins is encouraging residents to participate in the Adopt-A-Box Utility Box Wrap Beautification Program. According to a news release, the initiative aims to use custom-designed vinyl wraps to transform standard utility…
City of Warner Robins to host 42nd Annual Independence Day Celebration, Fireworks Extravaganza
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The City of Warner Robins is hosting the 42nd annual Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks Extravaganza this weekend.…
Fireball streaks across Southeast sky, satellite detects flash
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Reports of a bright fireball lighting up the daytime sky poured in from across the Southeast United States on Thursday afternoon. While details remain unconfirmed,…
Mike Seekins, owner of Famous Mike’s, dies
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Mike Seekins, owner of Famous Mike's of Macon, died Wednesday. According to a Facebook post, the restaurant will be closed for the next few days.…
UPDATE: Warner Robins PD identify victims in murder-suicide
UPDATE (6/26/2025) The Warner Robins Police Department has identified the people involved in the murder-suicide that happened on Wednesday night on Hillcrest Avenue. According to…
UPDATE: Missing 86-year-old woman found safe in Macon
UPDATE (6/26/2025) According to a news release, Nettie Harris has been located and is safe. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office has been returned to her family. Harris has been removed from the NCIC system as a missing person. ORIGINAL (6/25/2025) MACON,…
Forsyth teen stabbing was tied to business dispute; 4 charged, including 2 adults
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A teenage girl was hospitalized after a violent confrontation tied to an ongoing business dispute, according to the…
Colonel Sandra Bonney takes command of 461st Air Control Wing at Robins AFB
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Robins Air Force Base has a new commander for its 461st Air Control Wing: Colonel Sandra Bonney officially…
Macon being considered as intermediate stop along Atlanta-to-Savannah intercity passenger rail
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Local officials say we’re closer than ever to seeing a high-speed rail service connecting cities across Georgia. The Infrastructure Investment and…
Strong wind gusts possible with overnight storms
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A cluster of storms coming from South Carolina could bring some damaging winds to parts of Middle Georgia overnight tonight. This Evening and Overnight It’s been the hottest afternoon of the year so far across…
Salvation Army opens cooling center during heat wave
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Salvation Army has opened a cooling center in Macon to provide…
J. Michael Evans sworn in as the Mayor of Centerville
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – J. Michael Evans was sworn in as the 10th mayor of Centerville on Tuesday night. The ceremony took place one…
Bibb County Jail inmate died hours after mental health evaluation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Bibb County Jail inmate was found unresponsive in his cell Monday night, prompting an investigation by the sheriff’s office. 41-year-old Wesley Gautney, who was…
Four arrested after juvenile stabbed during Forsyth altercation
UPDATE: Forsyth Police identified the two adults taken into custody as Johmar Chandler and Zaheir Miller. ORIGINAL STORY: FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Four people were taken into custody…
UPDATE: Missing Hancock County man found safe
UPDATE: The Hancock County Sheriff’s Office says Willie James Thomas has been found and is safe. ORIGINAL STORY: SPARTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Hancock County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man who went missing Monday afternoon. According to a…
Will Keyes sworn in as U.S. Attorney for Middle District of Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — William R. "Will" Keyes was sworn in as the United States Attorney for the Middle District of Georgia at noon Tuesday, according to a news release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Chief U.S. District Judge Leslie…
Heat continues Wednesday as rain chances climb
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will remain above average in the afternoon however storm odds will climb in the evening. This Evening Mostly sunny and hot conditions will continue…
Deputies investigating armed robbery at Academy Sports in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Deputies are investigating an armed robbery that happened Tuesday afternoon at Academy Sports + Outdoors on Eisenhower Parkway, according to the Bibb County…
UPDATE: Forsyth police say missing 59-year-old man has been 'safely located'
UPDATE: The Forsyth Police Department says Eugene Cobb has been safely located and that investigators have made physical contact with him. "We sincerely appreciate all individuals…
Bibb County Sheriff's Office searching for suspects in armed robbery, attempted motel heist
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is looking for two men who committed an armed robbery at a truck stop…
Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores June 16-20
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, June 16 and Friday, June 20. Understanding…
Deputies: Inmate dies by apparent suicide at Bibb County Jail
UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff's Office identified the inmate who died Monday night as 41-year-old Wesley Kyle Gautney. Deputies say Gautney was being held in the…
Middle Georgia nurse shares summer heat safety tips for children
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With summer break underway, kids across Middle Georgia are enjoying time outside, but health officials warn that the summer heat can quickly become dangerous without proper precautions.…
Crimestoppers looking for woman wanted for cruelty to children, abuse of elderly person
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sgt. Greg Thomas of Macon Regional Crimestoppers appeared on 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and share the organization’s…
Major heat on deck for Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will climb into the upper 90s and lower triple digits Tuesday afternoon. This Evening It’s been a hot start to the week in Middle…
Macon Violence Prevention partner offering literacy, family bonding classes as part of effort to reduce violence
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A literacy group is inviting families to register for free weekly classes designed to strengthen family…
Centerville to host annual Independence Day Celebration with fireworks, food and live music
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Centerville will hold its annual Independence Day Celebration on Friday, June 27, at…
Heat advisory issued for Middle Georgia with dangerous heat index up to 107
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for a large portion of Georgia, including Middle Georgia cities such as Macon, Warner Robins, Dublin, Milledgeville, Forsyth, Perry, and Fort Valley, effective from 1 p.m. Tuesday, June…
UPDATE: Man arrested for double murder in Wilcox County
UPDATE (6/23/2025): Quintavis Holt was arrested without incident at about…
Warner Robins woman convicted of trafficking 13-year-old girl
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warner Robins woman has been convicted of trafficking a 13-year-old, according to Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr. Carr said 25-year-old Emma-Lee Garcia was…
Skydiver killed in parachute collision at Upson County airport
THOMASTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 48-year-old skydiver from Locust Grove was killed Saturday afternoon after a mid-air parachute collision at Skydive Atlanta in Upson County, according to the Upson County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded at 4:22 p.m. to the Thomaston-Upson…
Positive Parenting: Keep Your Family Safe in the Storm
FALMOUTH, Massachusetts- June 1st marks the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season, a five-month stretch where we keep a close eye on the tropical Atlantic. Forecasters…
Brandon Britt named new men’s basketball coach at Fort Valley State University
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fort Valley State University has named Brandon Britt as the new head coach of its men’s basketball team, the…
The Social Duck set to open soon in downtown Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – New businesses continue to make downtown Macon their home. Among the latest additions is "The Social Duck," a unique entertainment center that is just days away from opening its doors. Mark Bell, the general manager,…
Crankin’ up the heat for the first weekend of summer
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will climb into the mid to upper 90s with heat indexes pushing the triple digits over the weekend. This Evening It’s…
Treutlen County to open only one polling place for July 15 PSC runoff
SOPERTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Treutlen County will open only one polling location for the upcoming July 15 primary runoff election, according to an official notice from Elections Supervisor Keri Hedgecock. The polling place will be located at the Treutlen County…
28th Annual Sparks Over the Park Celebration returns to Lake Tobesofkee
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Lake Tobesofkee will host its 28th annual Sparks Over the Park Independence Day Celebration on Friday, July 4. Gates at Claystone, Sandy Beach and Arrowhead parks will open at 8 a.m. and close at 10 p.m. Visitors…
Inmate serving life sentence dies at Macon State Prison
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Department of Corrections confirms that an inmate at Macon State Prison died on Wednesday. According to a GDC spokesperson, Sanchez Jackson…
Cochran launches downtown revitalization to boost safety and attract business
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Cochran’s 2nd Street is set for major improvements, as the city launches a downtown revitalization project aimed at boosting safety, charm and business. The Downtown Development…