UPDATE: Teen charged after deadly Macon crash
A 14-year-old girl is dead after a traffic accident early Monday morning.
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Deadly hotel shooting in West Macon
28-YEAR-OLD JEROME CHRISTOPHER MILLER OF MACON ARRESTED FOR MURDER ACCUSED OF SHOOTING 37-YEAR-OLD ASHELY WEASE OF EATONTON MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly shooting from over the weekend. Deputies say 28-year-old Jerome…
Weekend starts dry and cool, before more rain moves into Middle Georgia
We were gifted great weather today in Middle Georgia with sunshine and highs around normal for this time of year. Saturday looks to be pretty much a repeat of today with plenty of sunshine and temps in the upper 50's…
Georgia College opens pool to Baldwin County residents
Milledgeville, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) --Baldwin County residents will have a place to cool down for the next three Summers. Georgia College will open its Centennial Pool to county residents starting June 1. According to the county manager Carlos Tobar, the deal…
2020 Census: 'No one has access to census data, it is safe,' officials say
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Macon-Bibb County’s Complete Count Committee wants residents to know that no other government agency will have access to 2020 Census data. The group held a Census Forum for faith leaders at the Commission Chambers in the…
Mercer students help homeless with foot clinic
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Mercer students helped the homeless on Friday. Some of the university's medical students were at Daybreak conducting a foot clinic. Since many of the homeless walk miles everyday in shoes that don't fit - blisters and…
National No Child Eats Alone initiative comes to Macon school
MACON,Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Cirrus Academy in Macon is working to make sure "No Child Eats Alone." It's part of a national effort aimed to stop bullying. The program also teaches kids about the dangers of social isolation. Isolation can lead…
Macon resident wins $1 million lottery ticket
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A lucky Macon resident woke up $1 million wealthier this morning. This comes from a news release from the Georgia Lottery Corporation. The news release says the winner claimed their prize this Wednesday, just in time…
Teenage suspect shoots girlfriend in back, Dublin police searching
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Dublin police officers are looking for a 16-year-old suspect who shot his girlfriend on Wednesday. Authorities say they received a 911 call at 1:14 p.m. Dublin Police Chief Tim Chatman says the girlfriend -- 24-year-old Kierra…
Local bakery's 'berry' sweet Valentine tutorial
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Felicia Howard of Felicia's Cake Factory shares pro tips for a gourmet dipped berry. Tip 1: Start with real chocolate. Avoid using candy melts so that your chocolate will have a smooth and runny consistency for…
Baldwin County, Milledgeville agree on Service Delivery Strategy
Officials from Baldwin County and Milledgeville have come to terms on a 10 year action plan
Robins Air Force Base opens software lab in downtown Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- It’s a historical moment as Warner Robins Air Logistics opens a software laboratory in the heart of downtown Macon. Blue Sky Lab, a contemporary software engineering facility, is located off Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd at…
Central boys basketball to host Appling County in round 1 of state playoffs
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Central boys basketball hosting Appling County Saturday, February 15, in the first round of the Region 4-AAA GHSA state playoffs. The Chargers have had an impressive season this year, but are looking to start off on…
Millennials help to build 'Vibrant Urban Core' in downtown Macon, Mayor Reichert says
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Mayor Reichert announced that the “Vibrant Urban Core'' is growing in downtown Macon. And this helps grow the economy. Elected officials and city leaders gathered for the 2020 State of the Community Annual Luncheon Thursday at…
Bibb County inmate dies in his cell
The Bibb County Sheriff Office is investigating the death of an inmate in the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center.
Mercer University ranks top 10 for military members
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Middle Georgia is home to one of the top 10 colleges for military members and veterans. A survey conducted on more than 1,000 schools ended with 625 deemed Military Friendly. Mercer University ranks in the top…
Deputies arrest 3 men in possession of drugs
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff's investigators say three men face drug possession charges. Investigators conducted a search warrant at a residence in the 4700 block of Massey Road. On February 12 at 12:21 p.m. Authorities identified the suspects…
Dog of the Week: Norm
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Norm is a 4 year old bulldog mix. He’s happy, playful and has a lot of energy. He’s also in need of a forever home. You can adopt him at All About Animals Rescue. It’s located…
Strong storms possible Thursday ahead of a big cool down
Middle Georgia got a mostly dry day Wednesday,which is good, because we have even more rain on the way! Thursday morning we will see scattered showers ahead of a line of potentially strong storms. A cold front will push across…
Monroe County Animal Services at capacity
An animal shelter in Forsyth is filled to capacity with dogs.
Macon convenience store has alcohol license rejected
Macon-Bibb Commissioners say fear of more crime forced them not to approve an alcohol license for a convenient store.
Sheriff's Office K9's receive bullet-proof vests
K9's with the Twiggs County Sheriff's Office are getting some new gear.
200 travelers returning to Georgia from China, self-monitoring coronavirus
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Close to 200 people have returned to Georgia from China. They are being self-quarantine and monitored for signs of the coronavirus. This comes from the Georgia Department of Public Health. It reports that 200 people have…
Macon-Bibb receives recognition at statewide Arbor Day celebration
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Tree Council and the Georgia Forestry Commission hosted a statewide Arbor Day in Macon, Wednesday morning. The event brought together communities from all over the state to celebrate Arbor Day. Those in attendance learned…
Macon Love Initiative approaches Valentine's Day deadline
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- 7th Street Salvage partnered with Middle Georgia Community Food Bank for the 'Macon Love Initiative.' The event provides food for those in need, and Valentine's Day is the last day to help. Both groups encourage Macon…
UPDATE: Father, toddler found safe
UPDATE 5:44PM: A short time after the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office sent out a release about a father and one-year-old stepson, Justin Vinson and Nathaniel Howard were found safe and unharmed. This incident is still under investigation. Anyone with information…
Macon church holding vigil tonight for teen shooting victim
A Macon church is remembering a teenager who died this week.
Warner Robins boys basketball practices in new gym for first time
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Warner Robins boys basketball squad laced up their kicks on Monday and hooped in their new gym for the very first time. The team is breaking in the gym at the perfect time, as well.…
Deputies arrest 2 suspects after finding stolen gun, drugs
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff's deputies arrested two Macon men after finding drugs and a stolen gun on them during a traffic stop. Authorities say the incident happened on February 5 at 10:49 p.m. They identified the occupants…
More warm and wet weather on the way Wednesday
Showers pushed through most of Middle Georgia on Tuesday, but storms really didn't materialize for many of us today. Although a cold front pushed through the area tonight, a warm front will be pushing north tomorrow. This will keep the…
Family reacts to father being gunned down
One man is dead after a fatal shooting on Concord Street in Macon
Macon man arrested for burglary
Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a man for a Burglary.
BCSO needs help identifying vehicle used in robbery
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office needs your help in finding a truck and anyone in it.
Warner Robins police searching for man who stole debit card
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Warner Robins Police officers are searching for a man who used a missing debit card without permission. Officers say the man was last seen on January 14, inside the Walmart on Watson Boulevard, using the…
Deputies arrest suspect who robbed east Macon detail shop
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a man who robbed the Lady JP Detail Shop on Emery Highway. Authorities identified the suspect as 37-year-old Brandon Holcomb. Deputies responded to the detail shop on February 8 because of…
Flu-related illnesses spike across Georgia in January
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Flu-related illnesses spiked across Georgia as health officials say five deaths caused by influenza were reported in January. According to the Centers for Disease Control, the influenza A strain has been the main type of virus…
Social media threat causes lockdown at West Laurens Middle School
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - West Laurens Middle School went on lockdown Tuesday after students received a social media threat. According to school officials, students received a very nonspecific threat via social media. There was no indication that any of the…
Oconee River levels going down after severe storms
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- After recent storms last week, an overflowing river in Dublin is receding to normal levels. Some areas in Dublin are still recovering from the floods. According to deputy director Candace Lybrand, a few homes along the…
North Macon Park will soon see upgrades
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - North Macon Park will receive some much-needed remodeling that commissioners deem “long overdue.” Commissioners say that North Macon Park is the last park to undergo upgrades. Funding for the upgrades comes from leftover money from the…
Eagle's Nest Children's Center Celebrates Inclusion Week
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Those at Eagle's Nest Children's Center are celebrating the importance and benefits of inclusion on Tuesday. This is for Inclusion Week 2020. Inclusive Early Learning Week celebrates and focuses on strengthening early learning inclusive practices. Susan…
$16 million in SPLOST money funds various Macon-Bibb projects
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - More than $16 million of appropriated Macon-Bibb SPLOST proceeds are being divided among several projects. Commissioners say the $16 million came from 2016-2018 SPLOST dollars. What projects will the money fund? Now, the money provides funding…
Baldwin County High students host Walk Against Domestic Violence
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Baldwin County's Solicitor General office is hosting several events to address teen dating violence. February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. This is the 10th anniversary of the national awareness program. Skye Gess -- the…
Car accident claims life of 86-year-old woman in Fort Valley
Fort Valley, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- An elderly woman is dead after she crashed her car into a ravine in Fort Valley Tuesday. Peach County coroner Kerry Rooks identified the driver as 86-year-old Sally Brinkley. He pronounced Brinkley’s death at 8:55…
Fuel spill at I-75, I-16 interchange causing delays
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Department of Transportation is reporting a fuel spill on I-75 is causing major delays. According to a GDOT Traffic Alert, the incident happened on I-75 southbound at the I-16 interchange. The alert says the…
Houston County deputies arrest Macon man wanted for aggravated assault
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Houston County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a Macon man wanted in connection with a Jan. 29th aggravated assault that happened at the Vista Apartments on Arkwright Road. Deputies arrested 22-year-old Jaire Dominique Mack at 6:19 a.m. on…
Medical Monday: IHOP offers free pancakes to help children's hospital in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Children's hospitals across the country rely on donations to help provide the best care to its patients. Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital in Macon is no exception to that. On Tuesday, February 25th, IHOP and the…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores February 3-9
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between February 3 and February 9.
Rain and storm chances linger this week in Middle Georgia
After a nice warm up across the area, we saw clouds and some rain showers move in across parts of Middle Georgia. Through the day Tuesday we will see more cloudiness and a few chances of storms. Not everyone will…
Macon woman found dead on her front porch
A Macon woman was found dead this afternoon at her home.
Man killed near downtown Macon identified
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting at a home on Concord Street.