Bibb man arrested for trafficking drugs in Jones County
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A Bibb County man was arrested out of Jones County for trafficking drugs. The Jones County Sheriff's Office says on Tuesday, December 27th, Michael…
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Milan man charged with murder for fatal shooting
MILAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A 29-year-old man in Milan was arrested for murder, felony murder, aggravated assault, and arson after 33-year-old Joshua Robert Fort was found dead outside of…
Middle Georgia continues to heat up Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will rise into the 60s as sunny skies stick around Middle Georgia. Today Most of Middle Georgia woke up to temperatures above freezing this morning. Our afternoon will continue the warming trend as highs reach…
Bibb deputies: 71-year-old man dies after being struck by vehicle
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is dead after being struck by a vehicle in Macon Wednesday night. That's according to a Bibb County Sheriff's Office news…
Warm, sunny weather returns Thursday
We finally made it back to the 60s in Macon today, and this is just the beginning of our warming trend for the week. Overnight temps will fall to the mid…
Jones County Water Department still working to fix water issues
GRAY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) - Crews across Middle Georgia are still suffering from water shortages due to the frigid temperatures last weekend. In Jones County, crews…
Monroe deputies arrest Lizella man on multiple charges after vehicle, foot pursuit
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Lizella man, wanted by multiple law enforcement agencies, is now in custody after leading Monroe County deputies on a vehicle…
Early morning crash in Monroe kills driver, injures passenger
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- One was killed and another was injured in a single vehicle crash early Wednesday in Monroe County. According to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office,…
Dry and pleasant Wednesday afternoon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will warm even more as dry conditions stick around the Peach State. Today The sunny skies will hang around Middle Georgia all day long. High temperatures will reach the upper 50s and lower 60s, however…
Laurens County inmate found dead in jail cell
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –An inmate at the Laurens County Detention Center was found dead in his cell on Tuesday. The Laurens County Sheriff's Office says the inmate was unresponsive when officers found him, and they determined he was dead after…
Man found dead behind house in Vienna
VIENNA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Vienna Police Department is investigating after a body was found just inside the city limits on Monday. Police say 51-year-old Travis Woodson, also known as "Dirt Dog," was found behind a home on Kelly Lane.…
Sunny skies return Wednesday with warmer temps
High pressure is back in Middle Georgia today after a few quick flurries last night from a Clipper system. As the high pressure starts to take over through the rest of the week, we will also see a nice warm…
Vineville Christian Towers flooded after pipes burst due to freezing temperatures
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Residents at Macon's Vineville Christian Towers were evacuated over the weekend after the building's pipes burst. According to Macon-Bibb Fire Chief Shane Edwards, pipes burst on the ninth and tenth floors due to the cold weather.…
Baldwin County suffers water shortages due to water main breaks from cold temperatures
UPDATE (8:30 p.m.) - The City of Milledgeville provided an update to residents Tuesday night: "Many of the system water main failures that were located throughout the holiday, when the weather did not allow for repair, have been repaired. We…
41NBC's 12 Days of "Catmas" returns
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- It's that time of year again, when our feline friends from Kitty City Cat Rescue are looking for a home for the holidays-- in this year's edition of the 12 Days of Catmas, we've got lots…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores December 19-23
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here are Middle Georgia's food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, December 19 and Friday, December 23, 2022. All scores of 69 and below are shown in red. All scores…
Pipe burst causes roof collapse at the Salvation Army in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Salvation Army in Macon has experienced a minor setback in its fight to help the homeless, but it remains undeterred in its mission. A pipe burst at the shelter on Christmas Eve due to extremely…
Temperatures continue to climb Tuesday afternoon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will reach into the lower 50s this afternoon for the first time since late last week. Today Sunny skies will be with Middle Georgia all day today. To accompany that we will see little wind.…
Monroe County deputy charged after fight with wife on Christmas
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Monroe County deputy is on administrative leave after being charged in a domestic dispute. According to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office, deputies…
Cities across Middle Georgia facing water issues due to the cold weather
MILLEDGEVILE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The bitter cold is causing major water issues across Middle Georgia. In Baldwin County, residents are encouraged to conserve their water.…
Local religious leaders speak up on recent antisemitic incidents
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)--As the rise of antisemitic incidents across the country have local religious leaders speaking up. Rabbi Elizabeth Bahar of Temple Beth Israel in…
Two men found dead
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two men are dead after being exposed to the cold over the weekend. Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones tells 41NBC 43 year old John Ragin was found in a…
Macon man killed in I-75 accident
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal traffic collision that occurred just before 4:00 p.m.Christmas Eve on I75 northbound near the on-ramp from Rocky Creek…
Local shelters creating space for homeless to escape freezing temps
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The homeless have no where to go to escape the freezing temperatures. That's why United to Help Homelessness is working with the Macon…
Cold Christmas weekend ahead
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will be frigid all weekend for Christmas, however no winter weather is expected for Middle Georgia. Tonight Temperatures will reach their lowest for the whole week tonight. Low…
Local law enforcement increasing its presence on the roads
FORSYTH, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)--As holiday traffic picks up on one of the busiest travel days of the year, law enforcement is making sure drivers get to their holiday destination safely.…
Animal shelters give tips on how to keep your pets safe from the cold
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)- As we bundle up for the frigid temperatures, it's important to make sure our furry friends are prepared for the weather too. According to Sonja Adams, Manager of Animal Enforcement at…
Southern Santa visits families in Houston County
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Southern Santa visited the Olympia Skating Center to give gifts to families that have been impacted by fire or trauma. This year, they gave…
Dangerous cold moves in overnight
We have been talking about it all week, and the cold front is finally moving through the southeast. Overnight the front will push into Middle Georgia, bringing light showers, gusty winds, and brutal cold. Temperatures will be falling through the…
UPDATE: Warner Robins home invasion shooting involves teens
UPDATE: The Warner Robins Police Department says investigation has revealed that this case involved a home invasion. The victim, 19-year-old David Latimore BM of Warner Robins was shot in the chest and taken to Atrium Health Navicent in Macon. It…
Beware of scam artists looking to take advantage of last-minute shoppers
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With Christmas in just a few day, shoppers are hurrying to buy their last-minute Christmas gifts. This gives scam artists an opportunity to…
5 year-old cancer survivor serves as honorary squadron member
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Many consider Christmas the most magical time of year. For one Warner Robins family, it certainly has been thanks to the some at…
Frigid conditions; powerful winds move into Middle Georgia early Friday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A powerful cold front will bring rain to Middle Georgia tonight followed by strong winds and bitter chills. Today Before it gets super cold outside ahead of Christmas weekend Middle Georgia is going to warm…
Macon Transit Authority offers free rides for Christmas
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In light of the Christmas holiday and expected frigid weather conditions, the Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority is offering free bus rides. The free rides begin…
Local auto service providers offer tips on keeping your car safe during cold weather
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It's important to make sure you have adequate shelter ahead of the…
Local emergency officials offer tips on staying safe during record cold temps
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With the weather outside turning frightful, Middle Georgia leaders are preparing for the worst. Macon-Bibb…
Families receive toys during downtown Macon giveaway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A surprise toy giveaway happened in Downtown Macon Wednesday thanks to a small group of dedicated Maconites When the Anita Ponder and Friends Feast, an…
UPDATE: Wilkinson County man wanted for shooting at deputy caught
UPDATE (12/21/22): 55-year-old Christopher Thomas Ford has been found and is in custody. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ORIGINAL STORY (12/20/22): TOOMSBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is looking into…
Scattered showers possible Thursday ahead of dangerous cold
The wedge front has kept Middle Georgia stuck in the clouds for the day with off and on light rain. Thursday, clouds will stay in place for most…
Bibb County Sheriff's Deputy arrested for Sexual Assault and Violation of Oath
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A Bibb County Sheriff's Deputy has been arrested for 2 counts of Violation of Oath by Public Officer, Attempt or Conspiracy to…
Shower chances drop as cloudy skies remain Wednesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Mostly cloudy conditions will stick around this afternoon, however the odds for rain are slim. Today Mostly cloudy conditions will hang with Middle Georgia all day, however temperatures will be warmer due to the lack of…
Man shoots at Georgia State Patrol Trooper during chase
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is looking into a second officer involved shooting in Middle Georgia on Tuesday. This one happening in Houston County.…
Staying mostly cloudy and cool Wednesday
Rain will be ending across Middle Georgia this evening leaving us with cloudy and cold conditions overnight. Lows will be dropping into the upper 30s by early Wednesday, but some clearing is possible through the day. Even with some sunshine…
Macon man dies after being struck by vehicle on December 18
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man who was struck by a vehicle on Pio Nono Avenue on Sunday, December 18 has died. That's according to Macon-Bibb Coroner Leon Jones, who identified the victim as 64-year-old Emanuel Jones. Jones, who told…
Local shelters preparing to help residents seek shelter during frigid temperatures
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Frigid temperatures are making their way to Middle Georgia later this week, and local shelters are already preparing to provide…
Bruce Elementary students receive bikes donated by 100 Black Men of Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) - Students at Bruce Elementary School in Macon received a nice Christmas surprise on Tuesday. The organization "100 Black Men of…
Macon-Bibb celebrates 400th blight demolition
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County celebrated its 400th blight demolition Tuesday, marking a huge milestone in the ongoing fight against blighted structures. "It is a great day to be in…
New State Court unveiled in Houston County
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Houston County officials held a dedication ceremony for the new State Court Tuesday. Officials say it will help resolve confusion in the courtroom system. The…
Dodge County 19-year-old charged with Arson
EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A 19-year-old from Eastman is being charged with arson. According to Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King, Investigators were called out from the State Fire…
81-year-old killed in Hancock County fire
SPARTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Early in December, a fire in Hancock County killed an 81-year-old on Barnes Road. According to Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King, investigators responded…