Google’s NDA request in Monroe County sparks privacy concerns
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Google has already purchased land in Monroe County for a future data center, but when the company asked county leaders to sign…
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Houston County School District implements new bus badges for safety
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Houston County bus riders now have a new start to their mornings. The Houston County School District recently launched a…
UPDATE: Eastman man charged with murder in shooting death of 31-year-old
UPDATE (11/20) - The GBI has arrested and charged 30-year-old Trustis Darun Deeds of Eastman with felony murder, malice murder and two counts of aggravated assault…
Washington County jury clears 3 former deputies in 2017 death of Eurie Martin
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Washington County jury has found three former deputies not guilty on all major charges in the 2017 in-custody death of Eurie Lee Martin. The verdict clears Henry Copeland, Michael Howell and Rhett Scott of the…
UPDATE: Two teens arrested in shooting that injured 10-year-old Macon boy
UPDATE (11/20/25): Two teens have been arrested in connection with an…
Rain chances return Friday evening
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An incoming cold front will bring an opportunity for some rain starting Friday evening. This Evening A partly cloudy and warm day will give way to a partly cloudy, warm, and muggy night. Lows will be…
U.S. Army veteran receives mortgage-free home in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Retired U.S. Navy Petty Officer Michael Gawlik received the keys to a mortgage-free, fully furnished home in Macon on Thursday, thanks to a partnership between Bank of America and the Military Warriors Support Foundation. The home donation…
Middle Georgia Chick-fil-A hosts holiday canned food drive to support local families
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Chick-fil-A restaurants across Middle Georgia are kicking off the season of giving with a community-wide canned food drive on November 20. The one-day initiative will support 11 local food pantries, helping stock their shelves as many…
Hill of Hope Foundation provides food relief as SNAP cuts hit families
ALBANY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Founded in honor of the late Dr. Maria Hill Fondal, the nonprofit focuses on health equity, educational advancement, and economic…
Two men arrested after stolen truck recovered in Washington County
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two men were arrested Wednesday night after Washington County deputies recovered a stolen vehicle reported out of South Carolina, according to the sheriff’s office. Deputies stopped a white 2015 GMC Sierra with an Arizona tag…
Jones County Schools to announce new superintendent
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Jones County Board of Education has named Dr. Jessica Baxter Graves as the sole finalist to become the next superintendent of the Jones County School System. The board has a special called meeting for Thursday at…
UPDATE: Suspect in 2023 fatal I-75 South crash taken into custody, released on bond
UPDATE (11/19/25): A man wanted in connection with a 2023 fatal crash on Interstate 75 South was taken into custody last week and has since bonded out.…
Macon businesses see slowdown after federal government shutdown
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The federal government has been back open for a week, and many Macon businesses are returning to regular schedules. Visit Macon President and CEO Gary Wheat says downtown Macon did see a slight impact during the shutdown.…
Staying warm Thursday afternoon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Highs will again reach around 80 degrees Thursday afternoon around Middle Georgia. This Evening A partly cloudy afternoon will see some clearing through the evening hours however a handful of clouds will linger into the overnight…
Resurfacing work to cause delays on Dr. Parihar Drive in Warner Robins this week
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Drivers on Dr. Parihar Drive should expect delays Thursday and Friday as crews resurface the roadway. According to a news release from the City of Warner Robins, work will happen between 8 a.m. and 5…
Perry City Council appoints new city manager
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Perry City Council voted on Tuesday to appoint Robert Smith as the next city manager for the City of Perry. Smith has served as assistant city manager since 2018 and brings more than 15 years of experience…
Judge denies self-defense claim in Macon fatal shooting, defendant gets 15 years
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Superior Court judge denied a Macon man's claim that he acted in self-defense during a 2023 fatal shooting, a decision that led to a guilty plea and a 15-year prison sentence for violating First Offender…
Perry man, former Alfa ‘Agent of the Year,’ gets federal prison time in fraud case
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A former Warner Robins insurance agent who repeatedly won his company’s "Insurance Agent of the Year" award has been sentenced to federal prison for a premium payment scheme that prosecutors say he carried out to keep…
GSP: 16-year-old flown to Macon trauma center after Highway 49 crash
BALDWIN COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 16-year-old driver was seriously hurt after his pickup overturned during a crash on Georgia Highway 49 on Tuesday night. According to Georgia State Patrol, the responding trooper reported a box-style mail truck was traveling…
Walls Road closed for emergency stormwater repairs near Northeast High
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A section of Walls Road near Northeast High School is closed while crews make emergency stormwater repairs after inspectors found far more damage than initially expected. According to…
Forsyth man gets life in prison in dark web child exploitation case
MONTICELLO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Forsyth man who prosecutors say used the dark web to target a child has been sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty Tuesday in Jasper County. According to a Facebook post from Ocmulgee District…
Macon-Bibb community celebrated as MBCIA and First Quality receive award
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority (MBCIA) and First Quality Baby Products have received the 2025 Large Community Award from the Georgia Developers Association for First Quality’s expansion in Macon-Bibb County. The award was presented recently at the…
Little Caesars opens new restaurant on Zebulon Road in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Little Caesars opens a new Macon restaurant, a 1,400-square-foot location at 5771 Zebulon Road this week. The restaurant opened Tuesday and operates from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, with extended hours until 10:30 p.m.…
Macon advocate says trauma and pressure fueling youth violence
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Recent incidents of youth crime in Macon are raising concerns about how young people cope with trauma and pressure, according to local community advocate…
Macon doctor: Holiday stress and heavy meals raise heart risks
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The holiday season is a time for joy and celebration, but it can also be tough on your heart. Between rich…
Temperatures return to the 80s Wednesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - . This Evening It’s been a lovely Tuesday afternoon following a rather chilly start. It will not be nearly as chilly tonight thanks to the wind…
Wilkinson County deputies searching for missing 63-year-old man
WILKINSON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Wilkinson County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public's help to find Willie "Tony" Ford, who was reported missing on Thursday, October 23. Deputies said they want to make sure the 63-year-old is "safe…
Man arrested after burglaries at multiple Macon restaurants
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Deputies have arrested a man accused burglarizing several businesses downtown. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, investigators have linked 65-year-old Raymond Lester Andrews Junior to a string of four burglaries, which started in September of…
Soft lockdown lifted at Dodge County schools after community threat
DODGE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dodge County Middle School and Dodge County High School were placed under a soft lockdown Monday morning after local law enforcement reported a threat in the surrounding community, according to Dodge County Schools. A spokesperson…
Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores November 10-14
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, November 10 and Friday, November 14. Understanding…
UPDATE: Four charged after shots fired near Tom Hill Sr. Blvd. shopping center
UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff's Office Gang Unit made four arrests in connection with a shooting investigation Monday afternoon. According to an update from the sheriff's office, 21-year-old Justin Caleb Epps and 18-year-olds Aubrey Blash, Elijah Johnson and Tyrese Haslem…
Heritage Elementary prepares 'Meals-In-A-Bag' for students ahead of holidays
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The holiday season is quickly approaching, and Heritage Elementary School is making sure hunger doesn’t get in the way on the holidays giving away “Meals-In-A-Bag" to students in need. The family meal kits include ingredients and easy…
Pleasant conditions Tuesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Outdoor conditions will be lovely Tuesday as highs remain above average. This Evening It’s been a mostly sunny day across Middle Georgia with highs climbing just a bit above average for this time of year.…
Roberta Mayor arrested, accused of making terroristic threats
CRAWFORD COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The mayor of Roberta has been charged with making terroristic threats, according to the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office. 61-year-old Ronald J. Andrews was arrested November 13 and released the same day, authorities said. 41NBC has…
61-year-old man dies in Washington County ATV crash
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 61-year-old man died Saturday after an ATV crash on private property in Washington County, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies, firefighters and EMS responded around 3:30 p.m. to the area of Cedar…
Crimestoppers seeking man wanted for family violence in Monroe County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers is spotlighting five individuals wanted by law enforcement agencies in Middle Georgia and sharing the organization’s word of the…
84-year-old man found dead after Macon house fire
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An 84-year-old man was found dead after an early morning house fire Sunday, according to the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department. Fire crews were dispatched at 5:37 a.m. on November 16 to the 2000 block of Third…
Bibb County deputies arrest man accused of shooting at girlfriend’s vehicle
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A Bibb County man was arrested early Sunday after deputies say he fired shots at his girlfriend’s vehicle during a domestic dispute near Napier Avenue and Pio Nono Avenue. Deputies respond to early morning 911 call According…
Peach Concerned Citizens host community discussion ahead of runoff election
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Peach Concerned Citizens hosted a community discussion Saturday November 15th, encouraging residents to stay engaged during the runoff election and share their thoughts on issues affecting Fort Valley and Peach County. Attendees discussed low voter…
Georgia National Antique Tractor Show wraps up over the weekend
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia National Antique Tractor Show wrapped up this weekend at the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter, drawing families, collectors and history enthusiasts from across the Southeast. Attendees spent the days exploring dozens of restored tractors…
Penny Elkins 'filled with gratitude' after selection as Mercer's new president
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Mercer University has selected Dr. Penny L. Elkins as its 19th president. She will officially take over on January 1, 2026, succeeding Dr. William D. Underwood, who has led the university for nearly two decades. The…
Perry graduate says he’s barred from hosting alumni events after park damage dispute
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Perry High School graduate says he's been prohibited from hosting alumni gatherings on city property after the City of Perry…
UPDATE: Lanes reopen after crash shuts down Coliseum Drive lanes near I-75/I-16 interchange
UPDATE (5:40 p.m.) - According to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, the scene has been cleared and all roads have reopened. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ORIGINAL STORY: MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A semi-trailer overturned Friday afternoon at Coliseum Drive…
Mercer University names Penny Elkins as new president
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mercer University has selected Penny L. Elkins, Ph.D., as its next president, the school announced Friday. Elkins, a longtime administrator and Mercer alumna, will become the University’s 19th president on January 1, 2026. She will take…
“Click It or Ticket” returns for Thanksgiving as Middle Georgia officials push seat belt safety
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Seat belts are the most important piece of safety equipment in every vehicle on the road. This is why the Governor's Office of Highway Safety and the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office are campaigning "Click It or…
Parker Moore’s mother calls for renewed attention to 2018 Warner Robins cold case
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - In 2018, Parker Killian Moore was shot and killed while working at Barberitos in Warner Robins. Nearly seven years later, the case…
Historic Macon names 2025 Fading Five, urges action on tax credit
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Historic Macon has unveiled its 2025 Fading Five list, highlighting endangered properties in the city. This year, historic commercial buildings in downtown Macon have been added to the list, joining other notable sites such as the…
Police ask for help to find missing Warner Robins woman last seen in June
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Police Department is asking for the public’s help to find 34-year-old Kiara Worsley, who…
Laurens County deputies search for missing 16-year-old last seen in East Dublin
EAST DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to find 16-year-old James Powell, who was reported…
UPDATE: Missing 63-year-old Macon man found safe
UPDATE (11/13/25): The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says Larry Hamlett has been located and is safe with his family. ORIGINAL STORY (11/12/25): MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to find a…