Woman dead after struck by vehicle during sibling dispute on I-75 in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 28-year-old woman is dead after being struck by a vehicle on Interstate-75 Sunday morning, according to the Bibb…
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Mascot 'Hearty' spreads love on Valentine's Day
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Cupid’s arrow delivered love and joy to nearly one hundred hearts across Macon and Warner Robins on Valentine's Day. Hearty, the beloved mascot, had one…
'I changed my life': Dublin resident shares success story after diabetes diagnosis
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — We're always told exercise and diet are very important for our health, but it can also be lifesaving. A Dublin resident battling diabetes is sharing how…
TSA seeing increase in firearms detected at security checkpoints
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) – The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is urging travelers to properly pack firearms for travel after seeing an increase at security checkpoints. According…
North Carolina man arrested after Jones County crash, faces DUI and weapons charges
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested Friday morning after a two-car accident in Jones County, according to a news…
Bass Road bridge closure in Macon delayed by one week, GDOT says
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The planned closure of Bass Road for bridge reconstruction has been pushed back by one week, according to an announcement…
More storms expected over the weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Cloud cover will return to Middle Georgia this evening ahead of a weekend storm system. This Evening Valentine’s Day has been mostly sunny across Middle Georgia.…
UPDATE: Three arrested in connection with 2017 Macon murder
UPDATE (2/14/25): Multiple people are now in custody in connection with the November 2017 death of Michael Baxley. According to a Bibb County Sheriff's Office news release,…
Juliette, Georgia: A Small Town with a Big Romantic Tradition
JULIETTE, Georgia (CNN/WXIA)- There is something poetic about Juliette, Georgia—a small town in Monroe County where charm and Southern hospitality are written on the faces of everyone you meet. Whether you're a local or a first-time visitor, Juliette welcomes…
63-year-old man dies in shed fire on Worsham Avenue
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 63-year-old man died after a shed caught fire on the 4000 block of Worsham Avenue early Friday, according to fire officials. A…
New school supply store in Macon helps teachers and homeschoolers
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A new school supply store catering to teachers and homeschooling educators is now open in Macon for the entire community. 'Teacher Needs'…
Former Georgia poll worker pleads guilty to bomb threat hoax in Jones County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Nicholas Wimbish, a former poll worker in Jones County, has pleaded guilty to mailing a letter threatening to bomb a…
Two men convicted in 2021 murder of 16-year-old Ahmori Searcy in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two men have been convicted for the 2021 murder of 16-year-old Ahmori Searcy, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District.…
Ocmulgee River flooding closes parts of Amerson River Park, Spring Street boat ramp
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Multiple areas in Amerson River Park and along the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail will be closed starting Friday due to…
Monroe County commissioners still undecided on H.B. 581 after final public hearing
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — With the March 1 deadline approaching, Monroe County Commissioners have yet to make a decision on H.B. 581. The bill…
Napier Heights Food Co-op Market reopens at Booker T. Washington Community Center
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon’s Historic Pleasant Hill neighborhood has had its share of struggles over the years, one of which was being classified…
Wesleyan prepares for STUNT, shares new changes
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Wesleyan College is hosting STUNT, a musical competition between the college's classes. The tradition began in 1895 and Wesleyan students write, direct, and act…
Sunny and breezy Valentine’s Day
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A brisk and sunny day is expected for Valentine’s following Thursday’s cold front. This Evening and Tonight A cloudy afternoon will eventually start to clear as the…
Search underway for third suspect in Monroe County entering auto case
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people were arrested and one man is still wanted for charges of entering auto in Monroe County, according to a…
Macon-Bibb Mayor holds 2025's first Council of Clergy Luncheon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb officials and local religious leaders sat down at Carlyle Place Thursday for the first Council of Clergy Luncheon of 2025. Speakers include…
Coroner: Man dies after being struck by train in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is dead after being struck by a train Thursday afternoon near downtown Macon, according to Macon-Bibb Coroner Leon Jones. Jones…
Macon DA seeks witness in double homicide, offers reward for information
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney's Office is seeking the community's help in locating a crucial witness in an ongoing double…
Warner Robins Little Theatre looks ahead to new show, invites community to attend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warner Robins Little Theatre is set to host a new show this weekend. The theatre will be performing "Southern…
State Rep. Dale Washburn pushes to ban school zone speed cameras
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – State Representative Dale Washburn is calling for an end to school zone speed cameras in Georgia, arguing they are being used…
Macon-Bibb County distributes $1.8 million in public safety incentives to 428 employees
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mayor Lester Miller and the Macon-Bibb County Commission approved a series of annual incentives for public safety employees in August of 2021 and the fourth incentive was given to eligible employees in January of 2025, according…
Bibb County declares February 7-14 National Marriage Week
Macon, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mayor Lester Miller declared February 7-14 National Marriage Week in Macon-Bibb County. Marriage is a special…
Wesleyan College to offer AI-focused MBA concentration this fall
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Beginning in the fall of 2025, Wesleyan College will offer MBA contractions in artificial intelligence (AI), finance, healthcare, cybersecurity, business analytics and nonprofit…
Skyview, McKibben Lane Elementary Schools honored for Georgia Milestones growth
LIZELLA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Georgia State School Superintendent Richard Woods recognized Skyview Elementary School for gaining Literacy Reader School and Math Literacy School status on Wednesday,…
Macon Violence Prevention partners receive $10,000 worth of donations from Georgia Power
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia Power presented a total of $10,000 worth of donations at Macon City Hall Wednesday to five non-profit organizations who…
High-speed chase ends with man arrested in stolen Houston Health Care ambulance
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man accused of stealing a Houston Health Care ambulance led police on a high-speed chase through Warner Robins before being arrested Wednesday morning, according to the Warner Robins Police Department. Officers responded at 8:30…
Museum of Aviation to host STEM Academy summer camps
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Museum of Aviation will be hosting the 2025 National STEM Academy summer camps. National STEM Academy Deputy Director, Melissa Raburn, says…
Thunderstorms to get Thursday rolling
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A warm front will warm temperatures and bring showers tonight before a cold front brings thunderstorms tomorrow morning. This Evening and Overnight It’s been a mixed weather…
Macon-Bibb County demolishes blighted building, aims to improve access to Carolyn Crayton Park
Macon, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County officials demolished a vacant, blighted building in downtown Macon on Wednesday morning as part of an ongoing…
Local State Senator introduces bill to combat chronic absenteeism in Georgia schools
ATLANTA (41NBC/WMGT)- Georgia Senate President Pro Tempore John F. Kennedy (R–Macon) has introduced legislation aimed at addressing chronic absenteeism in schools across the state. Senate Bill 123 seeks to provide targeted support for students, ensuring they have the resources needed…
Bibb County School District celebrates Black History Month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) – The Bibb County School District is honoring Black History Month throughout February with a variety of engaging events across its schools, according to a news release. Students, faculty, and community members are invited to participate…
Baldwin County School District to host final HB 581 hearing
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) – The Baldwin County School District will hold its third and final public hearing on February 13, to discuss potentially opting out of Georgia House Bill 581. The hearing will take place at the Baldwin County…
Houston County Board of Education announces new principal hires
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - The Houston County Board of Education announced Dr. Art Billings as the new principal of Perry High School and Mrs. Kasey Hopkins as the principal of Matt Arthur Elementary during its meeting Tuesday. Dr. Billings…
Jones County hires Justin Montgomery as new head football coach
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Jones County Board of Education voted Tuesday night to approve the hiring of Justin Montgomery as the new head football coach…
Georgia congressman reintroduces bill targeting roadway protests
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Rep. Mike Collins (R-Ga.) has reintroduced the Safe Passage on Interstates Act, which would make protests that intentionally obstruct interstate highways illegal. The reintroduction of…
NCHD confirms eggs are safe to eat amid Bird Flu concerns
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As the Bird Flu outbreak continues across the country, many consumers are asking the same question: Is it safe to…
Macon man among 17 arrested in GBI child exploitation crackdown
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A statewide investigation targeting online child exploitation has resulted in the arrest of 17 people, including a Macon man, the Georgia Bureau…
Piedmont to host "Healthy Heart Screening" during American Heart Month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Piedmont Macon is sharing tips and encouraging heart healthy habits for the community in honor of American Heart Month. Piedmont Macon’s Director of Cardiovascular…
Shower odds and wind to increase tomorrow
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The stationary front becoming a warm front will lead to more wind and some showers for Middle Georgia. This Evening Overcast skies will remain across Middle Georgia in what has been a much cooler than expected…
Child hospitalized after truck crash in Monroe County; driver cited
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A child is in the hospital after a truck crashed into a ditch at the intersection of Highway 74 and Highway…
Tubman Museum exhibit sheds light on runaway slave ads in Macon’s history
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Glimpses into what it took to break free from slavery are on display at the Tubman Museum this month. In…
New Data: Bibb and Houston County students struggle with post-pandemic learning loss
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Tracking data from the Education Recovery Scorecard shows that students in Bibb and Houston counties continue to struggle with learning…
Bibb County Sheriff's Office investigating bomb threat on Tuesday morning
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a bomb threat was made Tuesday morning, according to a news release. Deputies responded…
UPDATE: Man wanted in connection to December double shooting taken into custody in Macon
UPDATE (2/11/25): Bibb County deputies…
Georgia lifts poultry activity suspension after bird flu containment
(41NBC/WMGT/CNN)- The Georgia Department of Agriculture has officially lifted the suspension on poultry activities, a move that marks a significant step toward industry recovery in one of the country’s top poultry-producing states. The restrictions were originally put in place in…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores February 3-7
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 Health. The…