Heat, water safety top of mind for Middle Georgia families
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Many kids are visiting local pools, splash pads and beaches this summer, but the heat can be a major factor in limiting…
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Coroner: Man killed while unloading truck in Macon
UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says deputies were called to the Ramada Inn on Chambers Road just before 3 p.m. Tuesday for a person down. According to…
Fire officials, fireworks retailer share safety tips ahead of 4th of July celebrations
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - As families across Middle Georgia prepare to celebrate Independence Day, safety experts are reminding everyone to make fireworks safety…
UPDATE: Missing Warner Robins man found safe
UPDATE (6/30/26): Warner Robins police say Maury Phagan has been located and is safe. ORIGINAL STORY (6/29/26): WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Police Department is asking for help finding a 48-year-old man who was last seen leaving…
Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores June 22-26
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 22 and Friday, June 26. Understanding…
Man arrested after assault at Dempsey Apartments
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man was arrested Monday after a 60-year-old man was cut inside a home at Dempsey Apartments on Cherry Street, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office says the aggravated assault was reported…
Chief says Warner Robins drug operation meant to bring lasting change
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A nearly two-year long investigation into organized drug trafficking in Warner Robins has led to multiple arrests and the seizure of drugs, cash and weapons. The investigation, known as Operation Crimson Snow, focused on dismantling…
Warner Robins police adding first in-house victim advocate
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warner Robins police are adding the department's first in-house victim advocate position to help crime victims get support faster. It's part of the city’s $185 million municipal budget. Warner Robins Chief Wayne Fisher says the…
GBI: 11 arrested in Warner Robins drug investigation
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Eleven people were arrested after a 24-month drug investigation in Warner Robins and other parts of Middle Georgia, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. In a news release, the GBI said "Operation Crimson Snow"…
Hickory Street in Warner Robins to close for utility work
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A portion of Hickory Street in Warner Robins will temporarily close this week as crews complete utility construction work, according to the City of Warner Robins. The closure will be in effect Wednesday, July 1, and Thursday,…
Five injured in head-on crash on Rocky Creek Road
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people are in critical condition and three others were injured following a head-on crash Saturday night on Rocky Creek Road, according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. The collision was reported to the Macon-Bibb E-911…
Bibb County deputy, driver injured in crash on Napier Avenue
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Bibb County Sheriff's Office patrol vehicle and a passenger vehicle collided Sunday night at the intersection of Georgia 247 and Napier Avenue, sending both drivers to the hospital, according to the Georgia State Patrol. The…
31-year-old man hospitalized after shooting in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that left one man injured Monday morning. According to the sheriff's office, the shooting occurred near the intersection of Montpelier and Brentwood avenues. The call came into…
Warner Robins man sentenced to 10 years in prison for hotel burglary
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 53-year-old Warner Robins man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple burglary charges in Houston County Superior Court, according to the Houston County District Attorney's Office. James Ray…
RECALL WATCH LIST: Recent recalls for Hyundai, Lomi waxing kits, Honlyne LED party favors and Amana air conditioners
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - From popular cars to party supplies and personal care products, here this week's recall watch list: HYUNDAI RECALL If you drive a Hyundai, over 96,000 vehicles are being recalled due…
Macon-Bibb Firefighters donate 20 thousand dollars to children’s hospital through fitness calendar
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Macon Bibb County firefighters are giving back to the community in a big way, raising thousands of dollars for a local…
GEORGIA’S AMERICAN JOURNEY: The Allman Brothers Band- The sound that changed America
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – On the streets of Macon and across the world, the genre of Southern Rock is still heard today, thanks to…
Piedmont Macon honors community hero helping breast cancer patients
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A Middle Georgia woman is being recognized for making a difference in the lives of others. Piedmont Macon announced its latest Community Hero Award…
Warner Robins releases parking, traffic plans for Independence Day celebration
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Warner Robins has released parking, traffic and safety information ahead of its 43rd Annual Independence Day Celebration on Saturday, July 4, at McConnell-Talbert Stadium. Gates open at 6 p.m., with entertainment beginning…
More heat fills in to Middle Georgia this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Heat indexes will push into the upper 90s and lower triple digits through this weekend across Middle Georgia. This Evening A few isolated storms are likely as the evening goes on around Middle Georgia accompanying what…
Man arrested after shots fired reported near Mercer University Drive
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff's deputies responded to reports of shots fired near Mercer University Drive on Friday morning and made an arrest in connection with the incident, according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. Deputies were called…
Bibb County School Board tentatively passes FY 2027 budget
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - On Thursday night, the Bibb County Board of Education held a public hearing on approving the fiscal year 2027 budget. Then voted to tentatively approve it after the…
Macon Habitat for Humanity hands keys to new homeowners
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Five new homeowners received their keys Thursday through Macon Habitat for Humanity, marking another milestone in the organization's…
Houston County launches Academy of Innovation for hands on student learning
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Academy of Innovation is a hybrid program where students combine virtual learning with hands on experience in the classroom and…
Atrium Health's 'Compassion Champions' program supports EMT's mental health
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Atrium Health created a new program 'Compassion Champions' to better support the mental and physical health of its Emergency Medical…
Storm chances and temperatures climb further Friday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Scattered storms are likely throughout the afternoon on Friday as temperatures climb back into the lower 90s across most of Middle Georgia. This Evening A mostly cloudy afternoon with a few showers and storms will become…
Atrium Health Navicent shares summer safety tips as injury-related ER visits rise
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As summer activities increase across Middle Georgia, Atrium Health Navicent is encouraging families to take extra precautions to help prevent injuries. "Injuries are the leading cause…
UPDATE: Suspects identified BOLO in theft by Taking incident
UPDATE: (6/25) - The suspects of the BOLO for the Theft of Scrap Metal have been identified, according to a post on the Monroe County Sheriff's Office's Facebook page this morning. The did not say who the three suspects were…
Washington County deputies arrest man during suspected prison drop
DAVISBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Washington County Sheriff's Office says it arrested a Florida man on June 22, after a suspected prison drop. According to the Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle on private property near…
Convicted felon arrested on gun, drug charges in Reynolds
REYNOLDS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A traffic stop for a moving violation in Reynolds on Wednesdasy leads to a felony gun arrest. According to the Reynolds Police Department, it stopped a driver on State Highway 96. Officers say during the stop,…
Houston County residents discuss comprehensive plan during town hall
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -Wednesday's comprehensive plan meeting focused on jobs and housing in Houston County. Those who attended the town hall discussed opportunities to support economic growth, workforce development, and…
GEORGIA BUSINESS FOCUS: Costco approval, arena reveal and zoning decisions highlight Middle Georgia’s latest developments
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A roundup of major business expansions, community projects, zoning updates, housing…
Macon-Bibb unveils plans for new $350 million arena
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb County unveiled designs Wednesday for a new $350 million arena planned for the current Macon Coliseum site. The new Macon Arena is expected…
Crimestoppers seeking teen wanted for armed robbery in Bibb County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon Regional Crime Stoppers is spotlighting five individuals wanted by law enforcement agencies across Middle Georgia as part of its ongoing effort to encourage…
Isolated storm chances return Thursday afternoon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Following a couple of drier days some isolated showers and storms will be possible on Thursday. This Evening A partly sunny afternoon will become a partly cloudy and mild night as the northerly winds will become…
12 indicted in Macon drone smuggling scheme that allegedly operated from former daycare
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Twelve people have been indicted in what federal prosecutors describe as the largest federal prosecution to date involving coordinated…
Deputies looking for man accused of Armed Robbery
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help identifying a suspect in connection to an Armed Robbery. They say it happened Tuesday at…
Emory Hospital Warner Robins celebrates one year of serving Middle Georgia
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This month marks the one-year anniversary of the Emory Hospital Warner Robins. CEO Kevin Splaine tells 41NBC the first year…
Eight tornadoes confirmed in Middle Georgia from the remains of Tropical Storm Arthur last Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT ) - The tornado warned part of the line that moved through Middle Georgia last Thursday evening dropped eight tornadoes in Middle Georgia as it moved east-northeast. Posted above is what the NWS Survey team found in…
Macon-Bibb officials seek youth input on county’s future growth plan
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb County Planning and Zoning Commission is getting input from the youth as they plan for the future. Kids at Lundy…
Mistrial declared in Peach County murder trial due to juror misconduct
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A mistrial has been declared in a Peach County murder case after a seated juror was found to have discussed personal concerns about serving on the case with fellow jurors, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit…
Humidity drops tonight and tomorrow
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A cold front is lowering the humidity across Middle Georgia heading into the middle of the week making things feel less sticky outside. This Evening Scattered cloud fields from the afternoon will mostly clear out heading…
45-Year-Old Man Shot on Mercer University Drive in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 45-year-old man was injured in a shooting late Monday night on Mercer University Drive, according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. Deputies responded just before 11 p.m. June 22 to the 4000 block of Mercer…
Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores June 15-19
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 15 and Friday, June 19. Understanding…
Coming Soon: New Costco approved for Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — During Macon-Bibb County's Planning & Zoning Commission meeting, members approved the development phase for a new Costco Wholesale store. The 158,000-square-foot warehouse will be built in north Macon at the intersection of Bass Road and new…
RECALL WATCH LIST: Toys, sleepwear, and stroller accessories pulled over safety risks
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —Several children’s products, including toys, sleepwear, and stroller accessories, have been recalled due to serious safety risks. Here’s the latest recalls…
Georgia National Fair raising admission prices for 2026
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- If you are planning to attend the Georgia National Fair this year, you may notice a change in ticket prices. That is because adult admission…
Rain odds drop along with the humidity heading into Tuesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A slow moving front arriving in Middle Georgia tonight will lead to a drop in humidity and rain chances heading into the middle of the week. This Evening It’s a hot and partly sunny afternoon…
Scheduled water outage planned for parts of Macon on June 23
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A planned repair by the Macon Water Authority is expected to temporarily impact water service for about 20 customers on June 23. According to MWA, crews will begin replacing a 6-inch water valve at the intersection…
Macon shooting sends 46-year-old woman to hospital
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 46-year-old woman is in critical condition after a shooting Monday morning on Houston Road, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say the…