Suspect wanted in shooting of 13-year-old
Investigators are looking for Ricky Brown III.
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Arrest Made in Billy's Club House Shooting
Lofton was taken into custody without incident on unrelated charges on November 28.
Commission fails to override mayor's vetoes on 2 controversial issues
Macon-Bibb Commissioners failed Tuesday night to override Mayor Robert Reichert's recent vetoes of two recent commission approvals.
Compass Cares commemorates World AIDS Day in Tattnall Square Park
The group hopes it will bring awareness and recognition to the HIV/AIDS pandemic.
Phase III of Freedom Park to be completed Summer 2021
Phase three will have a new playground, a dock for fishing, and two new basketball courts.
Monroe County Jail meets health care standards for inmates
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - For a second year, the Monroe County Jail is receiving a special accreditation for its health care standards. The National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) awarded the jail accreditation after visiting the site in 2019.…
District Attorney David Cooke responds to recent violence, highlights local resources for help
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney David Cooke is sharing his thoughts on the county's record number of homicides. In an emailed statement, Cooke says he shares the community’s concerns. He goes on to…
Macon unemployment rate declines for October
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Georgia Department of Labor released a report stating that the Macon unemployment rate dropped in October. According to Georgia Labor Commissioner Mark Butler the unemployment rate dropped 1.6 percentage points that month.…
'Georgia Gives Day' falls on 'Giving Tuesday'
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— It might be Giving Tuesday but it's also Georgia Gives Day. The day helps raise awareness for local non-profits and gives Georgians the opportunity to connect with those charities in their communities. Giving Tuesday…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores November 23-27
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between November 23 and November 27.
U.S. Rep. Austin Scott makes third Georgia congressman to test positive for COVID-19
ATLANTA, Georgia (AP) - U.S. Rep. Austin Scott tested positive for COVID-19. This makes three Georgia congressmen to test positive for the virus. All three congressmen have been Republicans. Since October, U.S. Representatives Rick Allen and Drew Ferguson have also…
Freezing cold moves in to start December
We have seen a big change in just 24 hours from a rainy day with highs in the 60's, to a cold and windy day, now with a few snow flurries. Cold air will continue to filter into Middle Georgia…
Peach County child killed in Thanksgiving accident involving mother's vehicle
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Peach County Coroner Kerry Rooks says a mother accidentally ran over her child Thanksgiving morning. Rooks says the 16-month-old boy later died around 11:30 Thursday morning at the Medical Center of Peach…
NCHD moving to self-administered nasal swab collection at COVID testing sites
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The North Central Health District is changing the hours and procedures at all its COVID-19 testing sites starting Monday, December 7th. According to a NCHD news release, all 13 sites will move from…
Bibb deputies arrest suspect in connection with jewelry robbery
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a Macon man in connection with an armed robbery investigation. Deputies identified the man as 40-year-old Zachary Sikes. Authorities arrested Sikes on an unrelated incident. Deputies arrested Sikes…
Meals on Wheels sees increase in clients in 2020
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Meals on Wheels Middle Georgia saw a 60 percent increase in the number of clients they serve this year. They also had to adjust how they deliver meals to make sure they are keeping…
Local elections offices continue recount while preparing for runoff
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Voters have less one week to register for the January 5th runoff election. The deadline is Monday, December 7th. Many election offices are still counting the ballots from the third recount for the presidential election. At…
Houston County Health Department to provide free HIV testing
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- December 1 marks the 32nd anniversary of World AIDS Day. To recognize the national observance, health officials from the North Central Health District are offering free HIV testing in Houston county. The…
Medical Monday: Changes to improve the birthing experience at Coliseum Medical Centers
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Having a baby can be a scary, painful, but overall joyous experience in a woman's life. That's why it's so important to be in an environment that's comfortable. Cathy Sumner, the Director of Women's Services at…
Monroe County Schools superintendent tests positive for COVID
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Monroe County Schools Superintendent Dr. Mike Hickman announced Sunday that he tested positive for COVID-19. This is according to a Monroe County School System newsletter sent to parents on Monday. Dr. Hickman will isolate himself at…
Federal judge returns lawsuit preventing relocation of confederate statues to county courts
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Superior Courts will decide on the relocation of two confederate statues. Macon-Bibb commissioners voted to move the statues from downtown Macon to Rose Hill Cemetery on July 27. Martin Bell, and the Military Order…
Woman killed in shooting marks Macon-Bibb's 48th homicide of 2020
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Saturday death of a 24-year-old woman is Macon-Bibb County's 48th homicide of the year, according to Macon-Bibb Coroner Leon Jones. According to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, two females arrived at…
Bibb County Sheriff suspends alcohol sales at Thirsty Turtle
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bibb County Sheriff David Davis supended all alcohol sales at The Thirsty Turtle Friday night. Sheriff Davis says the suspension is due to the drive-by shooting that left one woman dead and seven…
Gift card spending increases in 2020
The report says unique purchases of gift cards were 363% higher in September and October of 2020.
BCSO shares tips on staying safe while holiday shopping
Shoppers were out and about Friday morning, getting the best deals Black Friday had to offer.
Strong storms possible Sunday
After a mostly dry day in Middle Georgia, rain is moving back in this evening. A low pressure center in Alabama is bringing a chance of showers and storms to the area overnight. Severe weather is not expected with this…
Macon bustles with people, lights, live music for Christmas Light Extravaganza
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) --Downtown Macon is preparing for the bustling with people, bright lights and live music. Friday night’s Main Street Christmas Light Extravaganza will include a concert performed by Macon Pops. Bryan Nichols created the Main…
Perry encourages residents to shop local for small business Saturday
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Local shops and small business owners are banking on your dollars during small business Saturday. Downtown Perry retailers on Carroll street encourages people to shop local. The retailers are offering special holiday promotions…
UPDATE: Seven injured, one dead after drive-by shooting outside Macon nightclub
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- One woman is dead and seven others are injured following a drive-by shooting and two stabbings. The incident happened outside Thirsty Turtle nightclub just before 3:00 in the morning, hours after the Thanksgiving holiday.…
Deputies investigating armed robbery at Dollar General on Jeffersonville Road
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Deputies with the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office are looking for the man who used a gun to rob a Dollar General in Macon. According to deputies, a man wearing a hooded sweatshirt, hat…
Rescue Mission gives meals, blankets to those in need on Thanksgiving
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— The Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia handed out meals, coats, blankets, and hygiene packs to people in need on Thanksgiving. The event took place at Carolyn Clayton Park. They handed out hundreds of meals…
5K's turning toward virtual options during pandemic
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— If you're looking for a 5K to run during the holiday season, your options might be more flexible because of restrictions set by the pandemic. Many 5K's are making the switch to virtual events,…
Friday brings sunshine and warm temps
After a rainy start, Thanksgiving actually turned out pretty nice for most of us in Middle Georgia. Highs warmed into the upper 70's with plenty of sunshine by late this afternoon. Friday will bring another nice day, with clearing skies…
Macon law firm, S&S Cafeteria host drive-thru Thanksgiving meal distribution
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Macon law firm, Forrest B. Johnson & Associates and staff from S & S cafe joined hearts to give back this Thanksgiving. The group gave out 500 meals within two-hours to those in need.…
Deputies investigating Thanksgiving morning robbery at Macon store
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Investigators with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office are looking for the man who robbed a jewelry store Thanksgiving morning. According to the Sheriff's Office, the suspect was playing on a gaming machine at Young's Jewelry on…
Daybreak Segment: Appetizers and dessert for your Thanksgiving celebration
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Deciding what to make your guests for Thanksgiving can be a daunting task. Scottie Johnson, a private chef from Houston County and winner of the Georgia Seafood festival, has a few ideas. He invited 41NBC into…
Dog of the week - Henry
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Henry is a one and half year old lab mix. He’s dog friendly, has lots of energy, and would make a great workout partner. He’s also in need of a forever home. You can adopt him…
Man shot during fight outside Macon bar
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A shooting outside a Macon bar sends one man to the hospital, Wednesday night. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, several people got into a fight outside of Billy's Club House at 1580 Forest Hill…
Scattered storms possible Thanksgiving
Rain has finally moved into Middle Georgia tonight with the worst of the storm activity staying well to our west. This begins an active pattern for the area that will linger into the weekend . Planning out Thanksgiving, morning will…
Macon-Bibb Mayor vetoes discrimination, renaming ordinance
Both ordinances have created quite a bit of debate recently.
Dublin VA feeds veterans ahead of Thanksgiving
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center held a two-hour drive-thru to feed local veterans for Thanksgiving. “This year with COVID-19 really kicking in and everything. We have a lot of veterans and their…
AAA projects Thanksgiving travel, GDOT pushes travel safety
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) --The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are urging people to stay home due to the spread of covid-19. However, many Americans have decided to stick to their Thanksgiving travel plans. According to AAA, if you do…
Macon-Bibb County Fire Department offers safety tips on frying turkey
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — If you're planning on frying your turkey this Thanksgiving, Macon-Bibb County Fire Department wants to make sure you're doing it safely. The department did a frying demonstration Wednesday morning. Turkey frying safety tips…
Macon-Bibb Fire Chief Riggins to retire
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Fire Chief Marvin Riggins is retiring after 41 years with the Macon-Bibb Fire department. He has served as fire chief since 2008. Chief Riggins says it's time to change the chapter and that…
Byron woman accused of pointing gun at children makes first court appearance
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-- A woman arrested for pointing a gun at two children made her first court appearance Wednesday. On Sunday, two boys riding their bikes in Autumn Cove subdivision says they heard animal sounds coming…
Presidential election recount underway in Macon-Bibb
Unlike the audit that was completed by hand, the recount will be processed by machine.
Houston County Health Department providing free HIV testing
Everyone that gets tested at the event will be entered into a drawing to receive a $100 gift card.
MTA announces 2020 holiday bus schedule
The last bus will depart the transit station at 5:25 p.m.
BCSO: 2 killed in head-on crash on Sardis Church Road extension
Two people are dead after a two-car accident on the Sardis Church Road extension near Walden Road Tuesday night.
Rain and warm weather return Wednesday
Clouds have started to move into Middle Georgia this evening, bringing warmer overnight temps. We will be staying warm into tomorrow, when our highs will warm into the 70's, even with cloudy skies. A few showers will be possible mainly…