ATLANTA, Georgia (AP) - Georgia hit a new peak in high school graduation rates at the end of the spring semester. On Tuesday, The state Department of Education said that 83.8% of seniors graduated on time. Which…
(AP) -- If you plan to travel during the pandemic, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says getting a rental home is safer than staying with friends or family or at a hotel. That's because a rental makes…
(AP) -- Masks made with antiviral materials are popping up, but there haven’t been enough rigorous independent studies to establish whether they're better at protecting wearers or preventing the spread of the virus. Scientists say it takes time to design…
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between November 2 and November 6.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)– A 35 year old man is dead after being hit by a car in Macon early Tuesday morning. Bibb County Sheriff's deputies found the pedestrian on Jeffersonville Road near Towler Drive around 1:15 a.m. Deputies say the…
(AP) -- Health experts say a safe Thanksgiving during a pandemic is possible, but they know their advice is as tough to swallow as dry, overcooked turkey. U.S. health officials say small household gatherings have contributed the rise in COVID-19…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) --Bibb County schools welcome back some of its students Monday. The decision to reopen school came after parents filled out an instructional preference survey indicating that their child will return to school for in-person…
After a pretty nice day with near record tying high temperatures, rain is moving back into Middle Georgia. Highs tomorrow will be a little cooler than today, but only because we will see more cloud cover and more rain through…
Although the Secretary of State has not called for a recount, Elections officials prepare as they work to audit ballots.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County coroner Leon Jones says a triple homicide over the weekend brings the total to 43. This ties 2020 with one of the deadliest years on record. Deputies arrested 51-year-old Ronald Green…
ROCHELLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- For the first time in years, the City of Rochelle will have a downtown development authority. The Rochelle Marketplace Downtown Development Authority selected its board members at a meeting Monday. According to the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon man received the max sentence for possessing a firearm with an obliterated serial number. An undercover gun trafficking operation in 2019 led to the arrest of 32-year-old Darrius Allen of Macon.…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - In Houston County, a 22-year old man will serve prison time in connection to a deadly shooting. Terrance Jones pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter in Houston County Superior Court on November 6th. A judge sentenced…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — This year, we lost a political icon, a rock and roll icon, and a beloved game show host. Congressman John Lewis and Jeopardy! Host Alex Trebek both passed from pancreatic cancer at 80 years old. Musician…
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A Kathleen man was killed in a single-car crash that happened on Russell Parkway near Houser Mill Road Sunday morning. Peach County coroner Kerry Rooks says 29-year-old Zachary Allen was driving west on Russell Parkway…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Reindeer Run and Santa Stroll fundraiser is virtual this year. The annual race benefitting Beverly Knight Olson Children's Hospital, Navicent Health took place in downtown Macon for the past 28 years. The Navicent Health Foundation…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bibb County Sheriff's Investigators are trying to figure out who shot a woman in Macon Sunday morning. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's office, 22 year old Kayla Jackson was shot several times after a fight…
UPDATE: Authorities arrested suspect Ronald Green Jr. at an Arkwright hotel around 2 a.m. Sunday. Deputies arrested Green and took him to the Bibb County Law Enforcement. Bibb Sheriff’s investigators identified the body of the 73-year-old man as Chester Novak.…
We have once again continued our trend of warmer than normal temperatures through the week. Highs today topped out around 78 in Macon, even with clouds hanging around. Tomorrow will bring another day of partly to mostly cloudy skies and…
Sheriff Dean says the 'use of force' happened at the Laurens County Jail on November 5.
The District says the decision was made after discussing the situation with the South Central Department of Public Health.
They've already seen an increase in families needing assistance this year.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Kroger is looking to fill more than 800 positions with a one-day job fair at stores in Georgia, Eastern Alabama and South Carolina. This Saturday, Kroger wants to fill more than 863 positions…
Laurens County election officials are counting over 1,700 ballots. DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- At 8 a.m. Friday, there were over 8,000 outstanding ballots in Georgia, with over 1,700 of those coming from Laurens County. "The focus for…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- One Macon man got a surprise he never saw coming. Friends and family celebrated the army veteran James Johnson with a 90th surprise birthday party. Friends of Johnson highlight his phenomenal work ethic…
A second person is in custody following a chase on I-75 Thursday night, according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia’s top elections official says there will be a recount. That's because the margin between Democrat Joe Biden and President Donald Trump is so small. Biden now leads with about 1,500 votes after five million ballots were…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is hosting an event in support of suicide survivors. To find out about the Georgia Out of the Darkness Experience watch the full interview. To attend…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Chance is a 7 month old Staffordshire mix. He’s sweet, playful, and is good with other dogs. He’s also in need of a forever home. You can adopt him at All About Animals…
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Former Vice President Joe Biden is now leading the race for President in Georgia. As of 1 p.m. Friday, NBC News is reporting that Biden has 2,450,187 votes compared to President Trump's 2,448,626 votes. That's a…
29-year-old Anthony Hitchcock was sentenced to more than 15 years, followed by six years of probation.
Clouds and increased humidity have pushed in across Middle Georgia this afternoon and should be sticking around through tomorrow. Highs tomorrow will be warming to the mid and upper 70's with mostly to partly cloudy skies. Although…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Fresh produce for communities in Georgia and money for local farmers, create a win-win situation. According to the Georgia Department of Agriculture, they hope a new series of events will reach this goal.…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The city of Perry is named a WaterFirst Community by the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (GEFA). The city received the honor during its November 3rd city council meeting. According to a Perry news…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon Bibb County plans to use a grant to improve pedestrian safety and save lives. The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety awarded the Pedestrian Safety Review Board a $23,400 grant. According to a…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Loaves & Fishes Ministries is celebrating its 4th annual Foodie Fundraiser but it looks a bit different for 2020. Executive director Jake Ferro says 2020’s theme is “giving back." He says restaurants have been…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The first-ever saliva COVID-19 testing arrived. Now, Middle Georgia lab doctors say goodbye to nasal swabs testing and hello to the more efficient method. “Only an ounce of saliva is required. That's less…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a hit-and-run incident involving a teenage pedestrian. Deputies say the incident happened on Oct. 8 around 7:20 p.m. in the 2500 block of Rocky Creek Road. Deputies identified the victim…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two SOAR Academy teachers received a grant from Flint Energies Thursday morning. The grant allows teachers to plan innovative lessons while maintaining safe and healthy classrooms. Students will return to in person classes…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Thursday morning, Angela Polk with Critical Care for Animal Angels spoke to 41NBC about an upcoming fundraising event. Friday CCAA is hosting its 3rd annual silent auction. Polk says the auction is the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A Macon woman died following a September hit-and-run crash on her moped. Bibb Coroner Leon Jones identified the woman as 59-year-old Pamela Gunnels. Jones says the Gunnels died Wednesday night at Medical Center Navicent Health from…
ATLANTA, Georgia (AP) - As the vote-counting continued Wednesday, people across the nation watched to see whether Georgia would finally become the swing state that Democrats have long hoped for. The Associated Press has not declared a winner in Georgia’s…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Macon Smiles along with dentist offices across the US are making an effort to support the county’s troops. Dr. Sheila Shah with Macon Smiles will pay $1 per pound for leftover Halloween candy.…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Residents in parts of Warner Robins can return to using their water as usual. According to a city news release, the city lifted the boil water advisory from yesterday. The boil water advisory was for…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Click on the following links to read the full stories: Georgia election official to give update on vote counting 41NBC Acuweather forecast: Rain returns by the weekend
High pressure has slowly started to move east of the area today allowing a little more moisture and humidity to move back into Middle Georgia. As this happens, we could see a few more clouds move into the area, but…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Gun sales have seen an uptick across the nation. According to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System, over 31,000 Georgians received a license to carry permit last month alone. Stores in Middle…
SPARTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Hancock County Health Department is joining the Hancock Health Improvement Partnership and Community Health Care Systems, Inc. to help protect families against the flu. The agencies are teaming up to offer four free flu shot…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- As flu season arrives and the pandemic still threatens people, the Macon-Bibb County Health Department is giving students free flu vaccinations. Every year the health department hosts school-based vaccination clinics to provide a free flu vaccination…
ATLANTA, Georgia (AP) -- Georgia’s vote count remains incomplete, amid delays and technical glitches. The top elections official plans a Wednesday morning news conference on the counting process. Most of the outstanding ballots still being tallied are in counties where…