UPDATE: Second arrest made in connection to November 2020 Macon homicide
A second person is now in custody in connection to the November 28, 2020 homicide of Raiyawna Nibrea Moser-Powell of Byron.
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Macon man pleads guilty to gun possession, faces 10 years in prison
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A convicted felon, caught in illegal possession of a gun, pleaded guilty in federal court Tuesday. This is according to a news release from Peter D. Leary, the Acting U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of…
Man arrested for weekend homicide in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Warner Robins man is behind bars for a weekend shooting that claimed the life of an Irwington teenager. According to a news release from the Warner Robins Police Department, 20-year-old Gregory…
Man wanted in connection to shooting outside of a Macon bar in November
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff Investigators are searching for a man wanted in connection to a shooting outside of a bar in Macon in November. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, 41 year old…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores February 15-19
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between February 15 and February 19.
Spring-like temps continue this week
After a line of showers moved through Middle Georgia, we have been seeing warmer weather and some clearing skies. Overnight our lows will still be cool, falling into the low 40's and upper 30's by early Tuesday morning. Tomorrow will…
Formerly homeless woman opens transitional home for homeless women in Fort Valley
A formerly homeless woman opened a transitional home for homeless women and children in Fort Valley.
Neighbors push back against truck stop on Sardis Church Road
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-- After several complaints from neighbors along Sardis Church Road, Macon-Bibb Planning and Zoning is delaying their decision on a proposal for a new truck stop. Since Love’s Truck Stop on Sardis Church opened in…
Bibb County School District Pre-K online registration now open
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Online registration is now open for the Bibb County School District Pre-K program. The application process is open until Friday, March 12th. To be eligible for the program, students will need to turn 4 years old…
CGTC receives top honor for associates degrees awarded to black students
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Central Georgia Technical College receives a top honor when it comes to associates degrees for African American students. The news magazine Diverse: Issues in Higher Education named CGTC number one for awarding Associate Degrees in Business…
Get properties featured in next production filmed in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Want your property featured in the next production filmed in Macon? This maybe your chance. Macon’s Film Commission aims to bring more films to the city by providing more potential locations to film. Aaron…
Medical Monday: What is a CABG procedure?
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - February is American Heart Month which is designed to encourage all Americans to focus on their heart health and to get their families, friends, and communities involved. Dr. Norman Hetzler, a cardiothoracic surgeon with Coliseum Heart,…
Clayton County man dies following single vehicle crash in Peach County
PEACH COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Clayton County man is dead following a single vehicle crash in Peach County Saturday. According to Peach County Coroner Kerry Rooks, 56-year-old Ulis Martin Jr., of Jonesboro, was driving on Georgia highway 96 between…
Woman dies following house fire in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A woman is dead following a house fire in Macon Sunday morning. According to Macon-Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones, a house at 3147 Brookwood Drive caught fire around 9:45 a.m. Jones said 59-year-old Rebecca Young was…
UPDATE: Man dies after being shot on Pierce Avenue Saturday
According to Macon-Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones, 45-year-old Carlos Daniels died at Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center.
Teen shot playing video games in Warner Robins homicide
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Warner Robins Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting that claimed the life of an Irwinton teen playing video games with two friends. According to a department news release, officers responded to a shooting…
Governor Kemp tours mass vaccination site in Macon
"We have much more demand than we have supply at this moment."
Macon-Bibb Mayor addresses mental health issues
"This program incorporates a holistic approach for reducing recidivism, resolving conflicts without violence."
All black flight crew makes history
“We are out here. We can do this. You can do anything you set your mind to.”
Upgrades coming to Thompson Stadium
The funds will come from the 2021 ESPLOST voted on last year.
Staying dry and cool this weekend
We are finally done with the rain here in Middle Georgia for at least a few days. Saturday will start out cold with lows in the upper 20's, but thanks to plentiful sunshine we will be warming up into the…
Man sentenced to prison for stolen gun found in Perry traffic stop
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Georgia man, with a lengthy criminal history, is facing prison time for a stolen gun following a 2019 traffic stop in Perry. U.S. District Judge Tilman “Tripp” Self sentenced 39-year-old Gary Buck, of Ellaville, to…
Dublin VA helps Veterans Health Administration vaccinate one million vets
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) Veterans Health Administration reached a milestone, vaccinating one million veterans with the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. That effort includes the Carl Vinson VA Medical Center administering nearly 8,000…
GMC convalescent plasma drive exceeds weekly goal for COVID-19 fight
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Students and employees rolled up their sleeves to help save lives during the COVID-19 pandemic. On Monday, February 8th, Georgia Military College in Milledgeville partnered with LifeSouth to host an on-campus convalescent plasma drive. The event…
Monroe County Middle, High School students to return to normal schedule
The School Board says the return date is Monday, March 15.
Warner Robins getting new indoor pool
An indoor pool is coming to Warner Robins after getting a thumbs up from Houston County officials.
Bibb School Board approves synthetic turf at Thompson Stadium
The Bibb County School Board voted Thursday to approve a new synthetic turf athletic field at Thompson Stadium in east Macon.
City of Warner Robins re-opening to the public
Each public building will follow social distancing guidelines.
Bibb County Sheriff shares his reaction to Grand Jury jail inspection
"My first reaction is just what we thought, it's an old facility that's in need of some maintenance."
Bibb County School Board approves supplemental pay
The funding will come from the Governor's office and Georgia Department of Education CARES Act.
World class orchestra coming to Macon
It will be called the Macon Mercer Symphony.
Macon gets world recognition ahead of Arbor Day
Trees include three Eagleston Hollies, two Higan Cherries and three Nuttall Oaks.
Rain moves out Friday afternoon
It has been a rainy day in Middle Georgia with some places seeing 2" of rain already. The good news is that 1.) we don't have a severe threat through this evening 2.) the rain is moving out of our…
Twiggs County Schools names Dr. Mack Bullard as new superintendent
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Twiggs County Public Schools has a new superintendent who is coming from the Bibb County School District. During a called school board meeting Thursday night, the Twiggs County Board of Education named Dr. Mack Bullard as…
Johnson County School District classes to be held virtually Friday
All Johnson County School District classes will be held virtually on Friday, February 19.
Treutlen County School District cancels all classes for Friday
All Treutlen County School District schools will be closed on Friday.
Gov. Kemp announces plans for mass vaccination site in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Governor Brian Kemp announced plans to launch four mass vaccination sites across the state, including one in Macon at the Macon Farmers Market on Eisenhower Parkway. GEMA/HS director Chris Stallings said the sites are expected to be…
Bleckley County High school collecting prom dresses for students
COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bleckley County High School's Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) organization is collecting prom dresses for the school's students. The dress drive began a couple years back when students weren't going to prom because they couldn't…
Dog of the week - Wilma
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Wilma is 4 year old bulldog/boxer mix. She is easy-going, sweet, and gets along with other dogs. She’s also in need of a forever home. You can adopt her at All About Animals Rescue in Macon.…
Monroe County Commissioners give update on Juliette water project
Commissioners unanimously approved a contract to install 70,000 feet of water lines.
Strong and severe storms possible Thursday
After a day of sunshine, rain is already starting to move into parts of Georgia. Overnight and into tomorrow we will continue to see periods of heavy rain and thunderstorms. Through the day, especially any time after 11 am, areas…
Monroe County Sheriff's Office warns residents of phone scam
Scammers impersonate government officials often posing as agents of the Social Security Administration.
Georgia National Rodeo returns for 31st year; tickets sold out
The Georgia National Rodeo is back for its 31st year.
Ash Wednesday services change for local churches this year
Ash Wednesday marks the start of Lent season for Christians.
Macon-Bibb Parks and Recreation will host Cornhole league
If you've ever wanted to play in a Cornhole league, now is your chance. Macon-Bibb Parks and Recreation will host a league this spring.
Arrest made in connection to December homicide in Laurens County
A man wanted in connection to a December homicide in Laurens County is now in custody.
Bibb County Jail inspection calls for repairs, recommends staff pay increase
Anita Howard, Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney, announced the results from an inspection of the Bibb County Jail. A grand jury found that the jail had several problems.
Man fires shot at officers while attempting to flee Warner Robins Police
A man fired a weapon at Warner Robins Police officers Wednesday afternoon while attempting to flee.
Bike Walk Macon needs volunteers for 'Love Your Street' project
Bike Walk Macon's Love Your Street project starts this weekend.
Winter weather causes delay in COVID-19 vaccine shipments
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Georgia Department of Public Health asks that people remain patient as the next shipment of the COVID-19 vaccine has been delayed due to winter weather. Across the country, shipments of the COVID-19 vaccine have shown…