Gun shot leads to death investigation in Warner Robins
Police say when they arrived at the home, a shot was fired inside.
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Another cool down on tap for Friday
We enjoyed a little warm up to the mid 80's today in Middle Georgia, but that warm up will be quite short lived as we move into the end of the week. Another cold front is pushing into North Georgia…
Macon church hosts food distribution during October
Fellowship Missionary Baptist Convention of Georgia is hosting a "Farmers 2 Families".
Dublin student Chromebooks on backorder until at least November
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Students in Dublin will have to do without Chromebook for a few weeks. Officials with Dublin City Schools say they ordered the devices in the summer for the entire student body. The Chromebooks were supposed to…
HOPE Center using $600K grant to lower HIV/AIDS transmission rate
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Mercer University School of Medicine and the North Central Health District are using a federal grant to make sure people with AIDS/HIV received treatment as soon as they are diagnosed. The U.S. Department of Health and…
Macon-Bibb Municipal Court waiving fees and fines for October
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb County’s Municipal Court is waiving additional fees and fines all this month to help settle outstanding violations and reduce arrests. The goal is to promote lawful driving privileges, settle outstanding violations with the court and…
WRPD: 1 dead after self-inflicted gunshot
One person is dead after a self-inflicted gunshot Thursday afternoon.
Macon family presents $8,500 check to Jay's Hope Foundation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Macon family is paying it forward to help children who are battling cancer. Cancer survivor Carleesia Hinton and her family presented an $8,500 check to the Jay's Hope Foundation. “I really think with Childhood cancer,…
Bibb deputies arrest 2 suspects in connection to Napier shooting
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies made two arrests in connection with an Aug. 27 shooting that happened in Macon. Authorities identified the two suspects as: Brandon Jaden Cole, 18 Jonas Mason Walker, 21 The incident stems from…
Dog of the week: Lucy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Lucy is a 3-4 year old American Bulldog mix. She’s an alpha female, affectionate, and enjoys walking on a leash. She’s also in need of a forever home. You can adopt her at All About Animals…
Slightly warmer Thursday ahead of another cold front
If today was a bit too cold for you, we have a slight warm up on the way Thursday. Sunshine will once again be plentiful as highs warm to the low 80's. We will also see a small uptick in…
DA elect files motion to intervene in distribution of funds by current DA
The motion also calls for funds to be restored to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office.
Presidential Debate Recap: Did anyone come out on top?
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The first presidential debate turned into a clash of personalities, experience and skills Tuesday evening in Cleveland, Ohio. Both President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden shared jabs and insults as they attempted to…
Macon-Bibb Fire Department demonstrates fire safety
Fire Safety Educator Jeremy Webb, says more residents have bonfires, using their fireplaces, or burn yard debris this time of year.
Bibb County School District enforces discipline in virtual learning
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Jamie Cassady, assistant superintendent for the Bibb County School District, says rules still apply. He also says disciplinary action still happens as if students were in the classroom. “We still expect kids to be respectful. We…
BCSO: Motorcyclist dies after Macon crash
One person is dead after crashing their motorcycle Wednesday afternoon.
Mercer University Rural Health Innovation Center receives honor from Georgia Senate
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Mercer University’s Rural Health Innovation Center received honors from the Georgia Senate for their impact in rural areas. “The center’s responsibilities are ambitious, charged with confronting the complex healthcare challenges and wellness disparities facing rural communities,”…
Twiggs County Board of Education Chair resigns, special called meeting
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A special called meeting will decide if the Twiggs County Board of Education will have a special election to fill a school board chair position. According to Twiggs County Board of Education Superintendent Elgin Dixon, Joanie…
GBI needs help identifying camera connected to missing man
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Georgia Bureau of Investigation agents need your help identifying a camera in connection with the disappearance of a Houston County missing man. This is according to a GBI news release. GBI agents say they found…
Student Aid: Now Is The Time To File
Beginning Thursday, families sending a student to college will be able to complete the free application for federal student aid, otherwise known as FAFSA, and experts say filing early is important. NBC's Liz McLaughlin reports. (NBC News) -- Beginning Oct.…
11th annual 3 Mile Walk for the Cure in Dublin going virtual
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — For the last 11 years, the Dublin-Laurens Chapter of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority has hosted an annual breast cancer walk during October to raise awareness about the disease. Like many events, the COVID-19 pandemic has…
Robins Air Force Base holds 11th annual "Triple Ribbon Month" event
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Robins Air Force Base and community leaders across middle Georgia gathered today to highlight breast cancer, domestic violence, and substance abuse. It’s part of the eleventh annual declaration of “Triple Ribbon Month” for the month…
Sunshine and cool temps return on Wednesday
A cold front moved through the southeast today bringing not only a round of rain to much of Middle Georgia, but also a nice cool down. Overnight temperatures will continue to cool to the low 50's and upper 40's under…
Students return to in-person learning in Twiggs County
The custodial staff works throughout the day cleaning.
Bibb County School District needs parents to sign form for change in learning option
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Over the summer, the Bibb County School District asked parents and guardians who wanted to opt-out of in-person learning to sign up for the Remote Learning Option for each child. The school district notified parents that…
Macon recovery center expands services with new crisis center
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- River Edge Behavioral Health will reveal its new recovery center Friday, but 41NBC took a look at what you can expect. The center comes with two stabilization crisis centers for patients with poor mental health and…
Volunteers clean Rose Hill Cemetery gravesites, learn history in process
John Appell tours cemeteries throughout the US, teaching people how to clean and preserve gravesites. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A group gathered in Rose Hill Cemetery to clean up and learn how to preserve gravestones. “In a way makes me…
Bibb deputies looking for suspect connected with shooting of 13-year-old
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb Sheriff’s investigators need your help finding Antonio Jackson in connection with a shooting that happened on Sherry Drive in Macon Thursday. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, investigators suspect that Jackson shot…
Plans for downtown Macon Hyatt hotel on hold
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Plans for a Hyatt hotel along Poplar Street in downtown Macon are on hold due to funding issues and the COVID-19 pandemic. Macon Urban Development Authority Executive Director Alex Morrison says the project developer, MMI Thornton,…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores September 21-25
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between September 21 and September 25.
Man in critical, but stable condition after being stabbed in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff's investigators are trying to figure out who stabbed a man in Macon Monday. Investigators say someone stabbed 26-year-old Marion Lester Jr. in the chest in the 3300 block of Mary Drive around 11:10…
Navicent Health makes changes to essential visitation policy
The hospital say they're constantly monitoring COVID-19 trends in the facility and the community.
Rain and a big cool down move in Tuesday
A cold front is approaching Middle Georgia this evening and bringing with it the chance for a few thunderstorms. As the front moves through the area, overnight/tomorrow, we will experience some gusty conditions, rain, and a big drop in temperature.…
Family of man killed on I-75 searching for answers
“He was a gentle soul, I can't believe this has happened to him.”
New online reporting system helping Macon-Bibb 911
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has a new online reporting system to make reporting non-emergency crime a little easier.
Changes coming to license renewal process in Macon-Bibb County
Macon-Bibb County is looking to improve the efficiency of licensing for business owners.
New water treatment plant expands to more rural parts of Perry
An upgrade to Perry’s water system is complete after two years of work.
Tech Byte: New Game Consoles Out Later This Fall
In this segment of Tech Byte, Emily Cassulo checks out some new consoles coming out later this fall. Microsoft's new Xbox Series S and X consoles You can now preorder Microsoft's new Xbox Series S and X consoles. And you…
Gun incident leaves 1 teen dead, 2 adults face charges
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Two people are in jail after a teen shoots himself in Dublin around 8:45 Sunday night. Police arrested Javouri Durham for involuntary manslaughter. Authorities also charged Tenia Hatch with tampering with evidence. Police Chief Tim Chatman…
Medical Monday: What women should know about Breast Cancer Awareness Month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, 1 in 8 women in the United States will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. Jill Hancock, a nurse with Navicent Health's Breast…
Perry upgrades water system, begins today
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The City of Perry is upgrading the city's water system, which may disrupt water service, September 28 - October 2. The city commissioned the water treatment facility off of Tucker Road in Perry to do the upgrade.…
Macon man shot to death after a fight at home on Ayers Road
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff's Deputies say they found a Macon man shot to death Saturday. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, deputies found 30 year old Joseph Grayer shot in the upper chest in a home…
MTA reopens transfer station
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority (MTA) transfer station reopened for business this morning. MTA restricted operations at several buildings in late June as a COVID-19 precaution. The transfer station has updated policies and procedures with it's…
Community to cleanup Napier Heights neighborhood
“For so long, they’re so used to our neighborhoods being ignored and being glossed over."
Warm weather on the way this weekend
We get a one day break from rain chances on Saturday behind the cold front that moved through earlier. Saturday will be a warm and mostly sunny day in Middle Georgia with highs in the mid 80's. With the increased…
Bibb County deputies arrest 1 of 2 suspects in armed robbery attack
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office captures one of two suspects wanted for armed robbery and aggravated assault. Deputies arrested Devan Williams. Authorities accused Williams of attacking and robbing a woman on Houston Avenue in Nov. 2019,…
Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful announces new executive director
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful (KMBB) now has a new Executive Director. The KMBB Executive Board announced Caroline Childs will hold the position previously held by Pam Carswell who retired in June. Childs and her family moved to Macon…
Academy For Classical Education receives Blue Ribbon top honor
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Nine Georgia schools receive National Blue Ribbon School honors, including a Macon charter school. U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos recognized the Academy For Classical Education as a National Blue Ribbon School for 2020. The honor…
Perry Hospital uses new, innovative way to perform knee surgery
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Perry Hospital patients are walking pain-free after doctors successfully completing at least three total knee replacements this month. “Most of them have Osteoarthritis or just pain in their knees,” said Valencia Bunch, Perry Hospital nurse manager.…
Angie's List Report: Smart home technology options
Smart home technology is becoming more affordable and accessible than ever before. With so many options, it can be overwhelming to figure out which new product to choose. But for a modest budget, you can complete a smart-home upgrade that’s…