Ideal Police searching for man wanted in case of simple battery on elderly person
IDEAL, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Police in Ideal are asking for the public’s help finding a man wanted on charges of simple battery…
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Macon-Bibb pedestrian safety summit focuses on sidewalks, lighting and Gray Highway plan
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Concerns over sidewalks, lighting and youth safety took center stage Wednesday as residents and leaders met at the Macon-Bibb County Pedestrian Safety Review…
Reynolds council member arrested after U.S. Marshals capture Florida fugitive
UPDATE (10/2/25): The Reynolds Police Department said in an update Thursday that U.S. Marshals found James Daniels inside a home on Mimms Street around 4 p.m.…
Georgia's summer burn ban ends today
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If you’ve been waiting for the green light to burn yard debris around your home, now’s your time. Today marks the end of the Georgia Environmental…
Fairburn man charged after Skid-steer theft reported on Rumble Road in Monroe County
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Investigators recovered two stolen Skid-steers and arrested a Fairburn…
“Get outside!” weather Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Sunny and breezy conditions are likely Thursday with below average highs. This Evening A mostly sunny and breezy afternoon will give way to a clear and breezy night.…
Georgia National Fair brings economic boost to Middle Georgia
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Beyond the fairgrounds, the annual tradition is making a big impact on the local economy. Addie Hodges, marketing and communications specialist for the…
Dublin City Council approves Blake Daniels as interim city clerk after former clerk's resignation, arrest
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Dublin City Council appointed Treasurer Blake Daniels as interim city clerk Wednesday following the resignation and arrest of former clerk Heather Browning, who is charged with stealing money from her church where she served as treasurer.…
Forsyth Domino’s partners with Monroe County firefighters to promote fire safety
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Some pizza deliveries in Forsyth next week will also include a fire safety inspection. Monroe County Emergency Services is partnering with Domino’s and the National Fire Protection Association to raise awareness during Fire Prevention Week, October…
Cochran-Bleckley County Chamber of Commerce to host Country Fest, more seasonal activities
BLECKLEY COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Cochran-Bleckley County Chamber of Commerce is hosting Country Fest and other seasonal activities for the community. Melissa Barker,…
Fort Valley police: 14-year-old charged in 6 vehicle break-ins
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 14-year-old is facing charges after Fort Valley police say he broke into multiple vehicles on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive at…
Twiggs County Schools look to prep students for data center jobs
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Signs protesting the recently approved Twiggs County data center still line the sides of Jeffersonville roads. But county leaders, such as…
Jones County deputies arrest women after welfare check finds children in ‘unfit’ home
JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two women face charges after deputies say they found four children living in unsafe conditions during a welfare…
Atrium doctor offers resources ahead of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An Atrium Health Navicent doctor is sharing tips and raising awareness ahead of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Surgical oncologist Paul Dale said…
Dublin City Schools Superintendent Frederick Williams announces retirement
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Dublin City Schools Superintendent Dr. Frederick C. Williams announced Tuesday he will retire effective October 3, 2025. According to a statement from Williams, he's…
UPDATE: Arrest made after woman found dead at Sanford Arms Apartments in Macon
UPDATE (9/30/25): A 48-year-old man has been arrested in connection…
Wesleyan College announces athletic scholarships as part of NAIA transition
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Wesleyan College has announced a major change in its approach to student athletics. The school is now now offering athletic scholarships. This change comes as the college transitions into the NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics).…
Sunshine returns to kickoff October
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - October begins Wednesday and sunnier conditions will return to Middle Georgia. This Evening It’s been another cloudy day across Middle Georgia resulting in a lot of high…
UPDATE: Arrest made in August shooting on Harrison Road that left man dead
UPDATE (9/30/25): The Bibb County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest in connection…
Bibb County School District's graduation rate tops state average for third year in a row
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - For the third year in a row, Bibb County schools have exceeded the state average graduation rate,…
GBI: Church treasurer and Dublin city clerk arrested in Laurens County theft case
UPDATE: Dublin Mayor Joshua Kight released the following statement Tuesday afternoon: "The City has been notified of the arrest of Heather Browning, City…
Bibb County School District hosts Lunch & Learn at Appling Middle School as a part of Attendance Awareness Week
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It’s Attendance Awareness Week and Bibb County School District hosted a Lunch and…
Georgia's 2026 candidates still can't escape fallout from Trump's false 2020 election claims
By JEFF AMY Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — Fallout from the 2020 presidential election feels like it may never end in Georgia. Maybe more any other state, the decisions made after Democrat Joe Biden's narrow win — and Donald Trump's false…
Republican state Sen. Greg Dolezal enters Georgia's lieutenant governor race
By CHARLOTTE KRAMON Associated Press/Report for America ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia state Sen. Greg Dolezal entered a crowded race for lieutenant governor Tuesday with a hard-line MAGA campaign pledging to curb the “radical left.” Dolezal, a Republican from Cumming, is…
Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores September 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…
NAACP to host Macon town hall on education, jail conditions and school zone cameras
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon's NAACP branch is set to host a town hall meeting Tuesday evening at St. James AME Church, aiming to address pressing issues facing the local community. Education, school zone cameras and conditions at the Bibb…
Houston County School District graduation rate rises to 93.3%
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Houston County School District’s graduation rate has climbed to 93.3% for 2025, according to a news release from the school district. The rate is 6.1 percentage points higher than the state average of 87.2% and…
Spencer’s to host grand opening at The Shoppes at River Crossing
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Spencer’s, the national retailer known for edgy apparel and accessories, will hold a grand opening celebration at its new Macon location on Saturday, Oct. 4. The event will take place from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.…
Coroner: 86-year-old Macon man dies after house fire on Hartridge Drive
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon man has died after a house fire on Hartridge Drive Sunday night, according to Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones. Jones said 86-year-old Oliver Jefferson died Monday afternoon at the burn center in Augusta. The…
Wesleyan College ratified for NAIA membership, joining Southern States Athletic Conference in 2026
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Wesleyan College has been ratified for membership in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) after a Sept. 28 vote. The Wolves will complete the 2025–26 season in NCAA Division III before beginning NAIA competition on July…
Bibb County schools focus on absenteeism during Attendance Awareness Week
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Schools are marking Attendance Awareness Week with rallies, parent outreach and midweek check-ins to highlight the importance of students being…
Wind increases as September nears its end
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Wind will increase over the Peach State thanks to Imelda churning not far offshore. This Evening While Monday morning was rather sunny the clouds wasted…
Sheriff: Two arrested for arson in Bleckley County, one linked to church burglary
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Deputies arrested two people after a house fire on Country Club Road in Bleckley County over the weekend. According to a news release, deputies responded to the fire around 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. An investigator with…
NBCUniversal and Google announce new long-term distribution deal
UPDATE (10/2/2025): NBCUniversal and Google announced Thursday a long-term distribution agreement that will continue to deliver NBCUniversal’s portfolio of entertainment, news, and sports to…
Lantern tours return to Jarrell Plantation with stories of history and mystery
JULIETTE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Visitors can step back in time this October at the Jarrell Plantation State Historic Site, where the “Voices of the Past Lantern Tour” will illuminate stories of fear, folklore, and farm life from the 1920s. The guided…
Bibb County graduation rate climbs to record high, beats Georgia average
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Bibb County School District’s graduation rate has reached its highest level in more than a decade, continuing a trend of surpassing…
Ruwa Romman, with a history of Palestinian advocacy, enters the Georgia governor's race
ATLANTA (AP) — A Georgia state House member who advocated for Palestinians at the 2024 Democratic National Convention is entering the state's race for governor. Ruwa Romman announced her 2026 bid for governor on Monday, saying Democrats need a clearer…
3 Fort Valley teens arrested in connection with 16 vehicle break-ins
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Three Fort Valley teenagers were arrested on Sunday in connection with at least 16 vehicle break-ins that occurred overnight across…
Alligator relocated after being spotted near Rocky Creek Road McDonald’s
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Deputies and state wildlife officers removed an alligator from a busy area in south Macon after it was spotted Sunday afternoon. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, a call came into the Macon-Bibb E911 Center…
66-year-old man in critical condition after shooting on Lavetta Drive in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an aggravated assault after a man was shot on Lavetta Drive late Saturday…
1 dead, 1 injured in Wrightsville shooting
WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – One person is dead and another is injured after a shooting Friday afternoon in Wrightsville. According to a Facebook post by the Wrightsville Police Department,…
Temperatures lower this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures over the weekend will be down from the work week thanks to the cold front that passed through. This Evening Cloudy skies will hang around is isolated…
Open Streets Macon set to return Sunday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Open Streets Macon is back this weekend, celebrating its tenth anniversary. The event, hosted by Bike Walk Macon, will connect community members and families that…
2026 candidates set to meet with voters at Central Georgia Republican Fish Fry
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Tomorrow, Middle Georgia voters will have the opportunity to hear from a number of candidates who’ll be on…
$10K reward offered after two arsons reported in Montezuma
MONTEZUMA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating two arsons at vacant homes in Montezuma, and a $10,000 reward is being offered for information…
Peach County man sentenced to 30 years for child molestation, exploitation charges
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Peach County man has been sentenced to 30 years after pleading guilty to child molestation and sexual exploitation…
Nexstar and Sinclair bring Jimmy Kimmel's show back on local TV stations, ending boycotts
By WYATTE GRANTHAM-PHILIPS AP Business Writer NEW YORK (AP) - Nexstar Media Group joined Sinclair Broadcast Group in bringing “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” back to its local TV stations on Friday, restoring the late-night talk show to the full slate…
Woman in critical condition, man in custody after Thursday night shooting in south Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A woman is in the hospital in critical condition and a man is in custody after a shooting…
Georgia state lawmakers weigh expanded access to medical cannabis
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Advocates for Georgia’s medical cannabis program say the state’s restrictions on medical marijuana and hemp prevent thousands of Georgians with chronic conditions from…
Macon Pride launches with art, tributes and events across downtown
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon Pride and the Tubman Museum kicked off Pride Weekend with a celebration of visibility, unity and legacy, honoring 22 LGBTQ2+ leaders…