Macon officials seeking families of 232 unclaimed cremated remains
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Macon-Bibb County is asking families and loved ones to come forward to claim the cremated remains of people currently in the county’s care. Any…
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Summerlike temperatures return as the Georgia National Fair rolls on
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will remain several degrees above normal for this time of year in the wake of Hurricane Isaias. This Evening A warm, sunny, and breezy afternoon will become a cool and seasonal night with temperatures dropping…
Monroe County deputies find drone, drugs in suspected prison drop case
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A Jonesboro man is being held without bond after Monroe County deputies said they found a drone, marijuana, ecstasy, and other suspected prison drop-related contraband during a traffic stop Sunday night. According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s…
RECALL WATCH LIST: Federal agencies issue sweeping recalls on seafood, supplements, lawn mowers, and playground swings amid health and safety concerns
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Federal agencies have issued a string of major recalls and public health…
Two law enforcement officers terminated after Baldwin County license plate data charges
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Two law enforcement officers have lost their jobs after separate Baldwin County booking reports listed charges involving law enforcement-captured license plate data. The cases involve Kevin Todd Steinmeyer and Daniel Edward Peavey. Both men were booked on…
UPDATE: Woman identified in active death invsestigation
UPDATE (10/12/26 )- Deputies identified the female victim as Sabrina Goodwin of Macon. According to Deputy Coroner Lonnie Miley, the next of kin has been notified. ORIGINAL STORY (10/11/2026): MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 61-year-old woman is dead and a…
UPDATE: Wanted woman arrested after gunfire during struggle with investigator
UPDATE (10/10/26): Amber LaCount was arrested Saturday after the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says she fired two gunshots during a struggle with an…
Isaias leaves downed trees, power outages, and road closures across Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Downed trees, power outages, blocked roads, and traffic signal problems are being reported across parts of Middle Georgia as Isaias moves north. Local governments and law enforcement agencies reported several storm-related impacts Saturday morning, including problems in…
UPDATE: Forsyth police say missing 14-year-old has been found
UPDATE: Forsyth police say Paris Osei has been found. ORIGINAL STORY: FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Forsyth Police Department is asking for the public's help finding 14-year-old Paris Osei. Police describe Osei as a missing/runaway juvenile. She was last seen…
Macon man gets 18 years in prison in Houston County domestic assault case
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon man was sentenced Friday to 30 years, with the first 18 years in prison, after pleading…
Macon County Schools reschedules homecoming tailgate over safety concerns
OGLETHORPE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon County School System is rescheduling its October 23 homecoming tailgate, citing safety concerns and recent events involving large gatherings across Middle Georgia. The district announced the decision Friday in a statement signed by Superintendent…
Black bear struck by 2 vehicles on I-16 in Twiggs County; deputy injured
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office deputy suffered minor injuries after a black bear was struck by two vehicles on Interstate…
Fine Fettle to open medical cannabis store in Macon October 15
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Fine Fettle is preparing to open its first retail store in Macon on October 15, giving patients another place to learn…
How Middle Georgia families can prepare for Hurricane Isaias
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — With Hurricane Isaias expected to bring heavy rain, possible flooding and tornado threats to Middle Georgia this weekend, the American Red Cross is…
Southside Worship to perform at Georgia National Fair October 11
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Southside Worship will bring an evening of live music, praise and worship to the Georgia National Fair on Sunday, October 11. The…
Thursday football highlights: Northeast, Bleckley County, Peach County win rescheduled games
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia's Northeast, Bleckley County and Peach County earned wins Thursday as weather concerns moved several Week 9 high school football games up one night. Watch 41NBC Sports Anchor Rob Schiff's highlights below. Northeast 42, Central…
77-year-old man dies after being struck on Lilly Avenue in Macon
UPDATE: Coroner Leon Jones has identified the 77-year-old man as James Arthur Williams. Jones says Williams' family has been identified. ORIGINAL STORY: MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)…
WRPD hires first victim advocate
WARNER ROBINS, GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT)- The Warner Robins police department is adding a new resource for crime victims. WRPD has hired its first-ever victim advocate, a position designed to help victims navigate the…
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger presents Eagle award
BLECKLEY COUNTY, GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT)- Georgia Secretary of state Brad Raffensperger is recognizing election officials in Middle Georgia for their work in maintaining secure and efficient elections. …
Barrington Hall Golf Club to host third annual Barrington Hall Market featuring women-owned business
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As October marks National Women’s Small Business Month, a local event is celebrating the impact of women entrepreneurs in Middle Georgia. The Barrington Hall Market, now in its third year, will bring together more than 20…
Middle Georgia faith leaders learn how to protect houses of worship from evolving threats
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Faith leaders from across Middle Georgia gathered in Macon Thursday for a safety training aimed at equipping local…
Georgia National Fair opens in Perry
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia National Fair officially opened Thursday at the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter in Perry, kicking off 11 days of rides, live entertainment, livestock shows and fair food. The 37th annual fair began with an…
Community Foundation awards $350,050 in grants to Middle Georgia nonprofits
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Community Foundation of Central Georgia awarded more than $350,000 in grants to local nonprofits during a ceremony Thursday at the Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia in Macon. The funding will support organizations working to address…
Monroe County school bus evacuated over cologne bottle thought to be grenade
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Monroe County school bus was evacuated Thursday afternoon after someone reported a student had what appeared to be a hand grenade,…
GFC announces timber theft-related charge against Eastman agent
EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A registered agent for an Eastman forestry company faces a timber theft-related charge connected to a harvesting transaction, according to the Georgia Forestry Commission. In a news release Thursday, the GFC said its law enforcement officers…
Bibb deputies asking for help identifying 3 people after Rocky Creek Road gunfire
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public's help identifying three men in connection with a shots fired call in September on Rocky Creek Road. The shooting happened just after midnight on September 11…
Weekend Watch: Georgia National Fair, FoodeesFest and more happening in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - From the Georgia National Fair and a food festival featuring dozens of food trucks to a fashion show, pickleball celebration and a clothing business workshop for high school students, there are plenty of events happening across…
Governor Kemp issues state of emergency ahead of Hurricane Isaias impacts
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has issued a state of emergency for the entire state ahead of expected impacts from Hurricane Isaias. Kemp is urging Georgians to prepare now by gathering food, water, batteries and other emergency supplies.…
Bibb County Sheriff's Office warns residents about law enforcement impersonation scams
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about an ongoing scam involving individuals impersonating deputies and demanding money from family members of incarcerated individuals. According to the sheriff's office, scammers are contacting families and claiming…
Houston County Sheriff's Office warns residents about phone scams
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Houston County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about phone scams involving callers who claim people have outstanding warrants or unpaid fines. According to the sheriff's office, scammers may contact residents claiming they have warrants…
UPDATE: John Milledge at Tattnall named 41NBC’s Game of the Week
UPDATE (10/8/26): John Milledge Academy at Tattnall Square Academy is now 41NBC’s Game of the Week. Friday night’s edition of The End Zone will include highlights of: John Milledge at Tattnall Square Jones County at Perry Southwest at Rutland Mount…
Fort Valley police assist after shooting on FVSU campus
UPDATE: FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Fort Valley police say they assisted after a shooting on the Fort Valley State University campus Wednesday evening. According to the Fort Valley Police Department, the shooting happened on October 7, within the jurisdiction of…
FVSU postpones Clark Atlanta football game to November 12
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fort Valley State University has postponed Saturday's football game against Clark Atlanta until next month and announced other changes to weekend activities, citing concerns about Tropical Storm Isaias. The game was originally scheduled for Saturday,…
Macon-Bibb seeks families to claim cremated remains of 232 people
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County is asking families and loved ones to file claims by November 23 for the cremated remains of 232 people in its care. The county released a list of the remains Wednesday, including names and…
Georgia National Fair’s impact extends beyond Perry fairgrounds
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia National Fair is a Perry tradition that draws hundreds of thousands of visitors to Middle Georgia each year. Visit Perry says the economic impact extends beyond the fairgrounds. Anya Turpin, executive director of Visit…
Porter Elementary School celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Porter Elementary students are learning about Hispanic culture, traditions and history through activities celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. Porter Elementary Principal Regina English says the month-long celebration gives students a chance to learn about and experience the…
Cloud cover begins to move in Thursday as Isaias intensifies
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Some high level cirrus clouds will begin creeping north across Middle Georgia tomorrow afternoon as Isaias churns in the Gulf. This Evening A mostly sunny afternoon across Middle Georgia will become the coolest night of the…
Macon group calls for stronger mentorship to help prevent violence
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The 100 Black Men of Macon-Middle Georgia is calling for stronger mentorship and broader involvement to help prevent violence following the recent shooting at Carolyn Crayton Park. Chapter President Garrett Williams led a gathering Wednesday alongside…
Florida man arrested after suspected prison drone drop in Monroe County
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Florida man is behind bars after a chase in Monroe County that investigators believe was connected to an attempted prison contraband drop using a drone. According to news release fromthe Monroe County Sheriff's Office, deputies…
Victim flown for treatment after Tuesday shooting in Cochran
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – One person was flown for treatment after a shooting Tuesday afternoon near Johnson Street, according to the Cochran Police Department. Police said in a news release Tuesday night that officers were dispatched at 5:40 p.m. after…
Atrium Health Navicent schedules October Mammo Marathon events
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Atrium Health is expanding access to breast cancer screenings during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, offering walk-in mammograms and extended hours at participating locations…
Jones County School System seeks input on five-year facilities plan
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Jones County School System is preparing to submit its local facilities plan to the state as it considers upgrades to several…
More sunshine and pleasant breezes Wednesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Cloud cover should be at its lowest amount for the week around Middle Georgia Wednesday afternoon as temperatures reach just above average. This Evening It‘s been a split forecast afternoon around Middle Georgia as the…
Bibb County outreach center works to prevent youth gun violence
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Youth gun violence remains a concern in Bibb County, and local leaders are working to keep young people out of danger. Through outreach…
Prosecutors: 762 firearms stolen from Macon shipping facility in January
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Hundreds of guns stolen from a Macon shipping facility are now at the center of a federal trafficking case announced Tuesday by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia. Federal prosecutors said the case…
Fatty’s Pizza temporarily closes two Macon locations
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Fatty’s Pizza has temporarily closed two of its Macon locations as the restaurant works to strengthen its management team, rebuild its staff and retrain employees.…
Piedmont Macon doctor stresses early detection during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Piedmont Macon doctor is encouraging women to understand their breast cancer risk and prioritize screenings during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Jamaal Crawford joined 41 Today…
Great Pumpkin Festival returns to Cochran for 50th anniversary
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Great Pumpkin Festival is returning to downtown Cochran this month, marking the 50th anniversary of the community event. The festival will be…
Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores September 28-October 2
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…
Oglethorpe sets midnight curfew for homecoming weekend
OGLETHORPE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Oglethorpe will have a citywide midnight curfew during homecoming weekend October 23-25, according to a notice shared on Facebook by Mayor Jimmy Daniels Jr. on Monday. The notice says large gatherings and loitering will not be…