Piedmont Macon Behavioral Health gives tips on how to keep kids calm while meeting Santa
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Parents often want to make sure they get their kids' photos made with Santa, but there are some…
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The Mentors Project of Bibb County holds Christmas party for homeless community
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - As many gather with their family for Christmas, the Mentors Project of Bibb County is giving back to those who don't…
Former Northside football coach Chad Alligood takes Jones County AD job
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Former Northside High School head football coach Chad Alligood, who announced his resignation from that position on Monday, will be the next…
Rain and storms return Wednesday night
The wedge front kept us cloudy and cool today across Middle Georgia, but changes are on the way through the end of the week. Overnight lows will once again fall…
Mostly cloudy skies hang around Middle Georgia Tuesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Slightly cooler temperatures and strong breezes will accompany mostly cloudy skies Tuesday afternoon. Today It was once again a cloudy morning across Middle Georgia. It was…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores December 5-9
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here are Middle Georgia's food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, December 5 and Friday, December 9, 2022.…
Georgia State Patrol searching for man who fled vehicle during pursuit in Laurens County
DUDLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia State Patrol is searching for a man who fled on foot during a pursuit Monday night. A Laurens County Sheriff's Office Facebook post, posted just before 9 o'clock, said the chase ended in the Northwood…
Woman killed in Bleckley County after being hit by two vehicles
BLECKLEY COUNTY, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)– A woman is dead in Bleckley County after being hit by two vehicles. According to Georgia State Patrol, Chedeline Saint Louis was standing…
New U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Georgia officially sworn in
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)–A new U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Georgia was officially sworn in Monday. Peter D. Leary is the 17th Presidentially appointed U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Georgia. President Joe Biden nominated Leary on November 14,…
Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority celebrates 60 years with big announcement
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT)--To celebrate 60 years, the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority announced some big investments back to the community. This year alone, the Industrial Authority used its pilot…
Staying cool Tuesday
It was another cloudy day in Middle Georgia as the wedge front kept us in the 50s through the day Monday. Clouds are still hanging around tonight with temperatures slow to fall into…
Oglethorpe Power, Monroe County EMS break ground on new fire station
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Oglethorpe Power partnered with Monroe County Emergency Services to build a new fire station just off I-75. Members of the Monroe County Commission and Oglethorpe Power broke ground Monday…
Macon-Bibb Animal Welfare looking to adopt out pets to loving homes, seeking volunteers
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – More than 70 dogs and 20 cats are available for adoption at the Macon-Bibb County Animal Welfare Shelter. "Bibb…
Northside football coach Chad Alligood resigns
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Northside High School is looking for a new head football coach. Chad Alligood, who took over the school's football program in 2020, made the announcement on…
GBI arrests Butts County deputy for stalking
ZEBULON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Georgia deputy is in jail, accused of stalking and harassing an ex-girlfriend in three counties. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation arrested and charged Butts County…
Cloudy and muggy conditions continue into the new week
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Cloudy conditions and a few showers will stick with Middle Georgia today. Today We had plenty of cloud cover and a bit of fog…
1 dead, 1 in custody following Saturday night crash in Monroe County
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Thomaston man is dead and another man is in custody after a crash involving a motorcycle and a pickup truck Saturday night. The crash happened just before 7:30 near the intersection of Georgia Highway 74…
UPDATE: Arrest made after fatal shooting on Gordon Street
UPDATE (12/11): - A 20-year-old man is in custody following the death of a 29-year-old man Saturday night. A Bibb County Sheriff's Office news release says investigators identified Keondre Jonquez Clyde as a suspect in connection with Demonta Steve Clyde's…
U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff announces expansion of high-speed internet to rural Georgia
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) - Twiggs County and other rural areas in Middle Georgia will soon have more efficient access to high-speed internet. U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff…
Governor Kemp extends gas tax suspension through holiday season
SAVANNAH, Georgia (AP) — Gov. Brian Kemp on Thursday extended the suspension of Georgia's motor fuel tax for another month, saying he wants to help families still struggling with inflation offset the costs of holiday spending. A month after winning…
Deputies investigating Macon church break-ins
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating two break-ins at two Macon churches. The most recent break-in happened just before 3:00 Wednesday morning at the Bloomfield United Methodist…
Teen killed in car accident on I-16
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A teenager is dead after a crash in Twiggs County Wednesday night. The deadly accident happened on I-16 west near GA 112. Georgia State Patrol says…
Warner Robins man dies from injuries in Thursday crash
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Warner Robins man is the victim of a deadly crash involving a motorcycle. Houston County Coroner James Williams tells us 20-year-old Nathan…
Highway 11 Halls of Horror hosts 'Deck the Halls of Horror'
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Jones County is offering up some holiday fear. The Highway 11 Halls of Horror is hosting its first "Deck the Halls of…
Savannah man facing burglary, theft charges in Twiggs County
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Savannah man is facing burglary and criminal trespass charges in Twiggs County. The Twiggs County Sheriff's Office responded to a burglar alarm at…
Clouds, increased rain chances return Friday afternoon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An approaching cold front will bring more cloud cover and some showers to Middle Georgia later today. Today Friday began with plenty of sun across much of Middle Georgia along with some patchy fog. Cloud cover…
Salvation Army still has 150 angels to be adopted
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With only six days left before the deadline for all Angel Tree gifts to be returned, The Salvation Army still has 150 “forgotten angels”…
Person found dead in Dodge County house fire
EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - State fire investigators are trying to determine the cause of a deadly fire in Dodge County. According to the Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John…
Crawford County Middle High School to have increased law enforcement presence Friday following rumor
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Crawford County Middle High School will have an increased law enforcement presence Friday, December 9, following a rumor circulating regarding a possible school shooting. Interim Superintendent Dr. Christopher Ridley wrote in a letter posted on the…
Rain, cooler conditions return Friday
It was another day of record breaking heat in Middle Georgia, but a cool down is on the way to end the week. A wedge front will be building in across…
Faith leaders join together in Macon-Bibb Mayor's Council of Clergy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb County is turning to faith leaders when it comes to public safety and promoting community unity among residents. Clergy members and church…
1 hospitalized after being found near downtown Macon with gunshot wound
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating after one person was found with a gunshot wound near downtown Macon Thursday afternoon. The…
Houston County man sentenced to 10 years in prison following drug conviction
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Houston County man was sentenced to 10 years in prison Thursday after being convicted on drug charges. A news release from the Houston County District Attorney's Office says Superior Court Judge Katherine Lumsden sentenced…
Man hospitalized after train strikes vehicle in Monroe County
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 71-year-old man was hospitalized with minor injuries after his vehicle was struck by a train Thursday afternoon. It happened around 2:15 at the…
How to donate toys to Beverly Knight Olson Children's Hospital's 'Holly Jolly Shoppe'
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Holly Jolly Shoppe is returning to the Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital. For most people, Christmas is a time…
Staying warm Thursday
It might be December, but temps today felt more like early fall with highs reaching the 80s across Middle Georgia (a record for this date). Overnight we will see areas of patchy dense…
Georgia Military College holds ceremony in remembrance of Pearl Harbor
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This year is the 81st anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. The surprise attack happened the morning of December 7, 1941. Georgia…
GCSU offering election administration certificate for students
MILLEDEGVILLE, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia College and State University says it's meeting the need for professional election administrators who know the law and latest technology. GCSU announced it's the first university…
Customers pay final visits to Macon Beer Company ahead of its closure
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Beer Company is closing Sunday, but that hasn't stopped the flow of customers this week. Macon Beer Company said in…
Sandersville Police search for 'armed and dangerous' suspect
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Sandersville Police Department is trying to located an armed and dangerous wanted suspect. They are looking for Rikishi Pernell Colclough who also goes by…
Peach County head football coach Chad Campbell heads to Westfield
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Peach County High School head football Coach Chad Campbell is heading to Westfield School in Perry. The Westfield School made the announcement via…
Sunshine returns ahead of Wednesday afternoon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Sunny conditions are beginning to return to Middle Georgia today. Today There was dense fog across most of Middle Georgia to begin our Wednesday. Only Crawford, Dooly, Houston, Macon, Peach and Taylor counties were spared from…
AP: Warnock beats Walker in U.S. Senate runoff
ATLANTA (AP) - Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock has defeated Republican challenger Herschel Walker in a runoff election in Georgia. The victory by the state’s first Black senator ensures Democrats an outright majority in the chamber for the rest of President…
Brown beats Holliday in runoff race for Macon Water Authority District 2 seat
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Desmond Brown beats Lindsay Holliday in the runoff race for the Macon Water Authority District 2 seat. Brown received 6,211 votes to Holliday's 4,676 (57.05% to 42.95%) to reclaim the seat he held prior to a…
Mapp beats Davis in Milledgeville City Council District 5 race
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Shonya Mapp has won the race for the Milledgeville City Council District 5 seat. Mapp beat Oscar Davis 381-280 (57.6% to 42.4%) to take the seat formerly held by Richard Mullins, who died in April. Follow…
Near-record highs possible this week
Despite a wedge front being over Middle Georgia for part of the day, Macon managed to warm into the mid 70s this afternoon. A warm front has pushed north and will…
UPDATE: Tuesday morning shooting leaves 3 teens dead, 1 in critical condition
UPDATE 9:06 p.m. (12/6): "It's too much. It's too much. It's sad, and I'm tired of hearing about these teenagers killing each other or dying in these streets. It's too much." That's what resident Cidoria Rozier had to say after…
Bibb County voters head to polls for runoff election
MACON, Georgia(41NBC/WMGT) - Tuesday was Election Day for the hotly contested runoff race for the U.S. Senate. Democratic Senator Raphael Warnock and his…
RAFB takes next steps in establishing new missions
ROBINS AFB, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Robins Air Force Base is moving forward with establishing new missions that assist with battlespace command and control. A total of four missions will…
Macon mother pleads guilty in 2019 infant death
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon mother pleads guilty to second degree murder in the death of her baby. The Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office says Rebecca Kipp…