MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - How much will it cost you to retire? A recent study by GOBankingRates shared the number for Georgians. The study predicts one needs nearly $750,000 in savings to retire. GoBankingRates also deems the realistic age of…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Law enforcement agents arrested a Macon man after finding drugs in his hotel room Thursday morning around 11. This comes from a Bibb County Sheriff's Office news release. Authorities identified the man as 31-year-old Willie Bernard…
ALAMO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Investigators in Wheeler County are working two separate arson investigations. First, 55-year-old William Gillis, of Glenwood, is charged with two counts of arson in the first degree. He is accused of setting two fires on separate…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon’s International Cherry Blossom Festival announces two headliners and new programming developments for the 39th Festival. New this year, The Pinkest Party on Earth will have two headliner concerts instead of one at Central City Park.…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Friday, February 7th is Wear Red Day. It was created by the American Heart association to raise awareness about heart disease in women, which is the number one killer in women. The Epsilon Omega Omega Chapter…
It has been a very active day across Middle Georgia with heavy rain and damaging winds. So far we haven't heard of any weather related injuries in Middle Georgia, but the flooding threat continues. Through the past two days we…
Here's a list of schools being impacted Friday, by Thursday's severe weather that moved through Middle Georgia.
GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT) --Governor Brian Kemp proposed a bill to reduce high-stakes testing for k through 12th grade students in Georgia public schools. Governor Kemp says reducing the number of assessments students must take will remove heavy burdens in the classroom.…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A group of people are taking a different approach to stop gun violence in Macon. Pastor Bryant Raines, Pastor Christopher Cabiness, and youth minister Belvin Ware are encouraging people to march. The Stop the Violence March…
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Peach County didn't have your average signing period on National Signing Day. 11 players from the football team all signed letters of intent to play at the next level. Some of them signed with D1…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) --The IRS expects more than 150 million tax returns for 2019. Therefore, the United Way of Central Georgia wants residents to know all their options when filing. United Way partnered with the IRS to discuss earned income…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Houston Healthcare wants students nearing graduation to know about opportunities that exist in the medical field. The Houston County College and Career Academy, Central Georgia Tech. College, Houston Healthcare and the Houston County Development Authority…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- The Bibb County coroner's office needs your help identifying a body burned during a house fire. This is according to Macon-Bibb coroner Leon Jones. Jones says the fire happened on January 31st on 4th Avenue in…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators need your help locating a person of interest in the Jan. 20 murder of 37-year-old Michael Alvin Lewis of Macon. Deputies are looking for 27-year-old Quinterious Javon Byrd, of Macon. Authorities say…
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Crawford County High School officials say that nine students were arrested after a fight that happened on Wednesday. Officials say that no one suffered any major injuries. According to Crawford County High School’s website: “The students…
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Cupcake is a 1 or 2 year old boxer mix. She’s affectionate, playful and gets along with other dogs. She’s also in need of a forever home. You can adopt her at All About Animals Rescue.…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - More severe weather is heading to Middle Georgia throughout Thursday. Macon-Bibb Emergency Management Agency extended the tornado watch until 1 p.m. Rain and heavy winds arrived Macon early Thursday morning, causing trees to fall onto electrical…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Westside senior WR/DB Jehlen Cannady signed a letter of intent Wednesday to play for the University of Georgia inside the school's cafeteria. Students, staff, teammates, family, and friends all came out to show their support. Cannady…
A 6-year-old boy was taken to the hospital after being shot in the shoulder Wednesday night.
Here's a list of schools being impacted by Thursday's severe weather. We'll add updates as we get them.
Presidential Candidate Mike Bloomberg's campaign team was in Macon, Wednesday.
Have you ever wondered what its like to be a principal of a school?
G-DOT is working on a project to separate 18-wheelers and passenger vehicles on the highway.
GBI Special Agent J.T Ricketson is running for Bibb County Sheriff.
Three men were taken to the Bibb County Jail after investigators executed a search warrant Tuesday.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Three Howard High School football players will take their talents and education to the next level. The school kicked off its National Signing Day ceremony Wednesday morning for Jaquan Jackson, Will Davidson, and Javarsia Meadows. THE…
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump acquitted of all charges in Senate impeachment trial, will remain in office.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Finding the perfect trainer can be a struggle. Now, two Northeast High graduates and current arena football players have a solution. Wednesday morning, Justin and Joshua Marcus shared details about their new business -- Webhead Fitness.…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Houston County Bears have three student-athletes taking their dreams to the next level. Kyah Plummer, Leeshoen Jarrett, and Zykee Bogan participated in National Signing Day -- a college football tradition. Gathered among family, friends,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A Gordon man was shot by a Georgia State Trooper after a three-mile car chase in Twiggs County. Authorities identified the suspect as 38-year-old Clinton Matthew Smith. Investigators say a Georgia State Trooper was traveling on…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Warner Robins Police officers arrested a man after he was found driving with illegal drugs. This comes from a Warner Robins Police Department news release. Authorities identified the man as 61-year-old Jerry Dean Reed. Officers…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The biggest night in Hollywood is just around the corner. We're talking about the 2020 Oscars. Middle Georgia Resident and Youtube movie reviewer, Jackie K. Cooper, visited Daybreak to give his predictions for the top awards.…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Power lines and cables are down on North Houston Road near Greenbriar Road blocking all lanes north and south. This is according to a Facebook post from the Warner Robins Police Department. They encourage drivers…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A democratic presidential campaign is coming to Middle Georgia. According to an email sent to 41NBC, former New York City Mayor and businessman, Mike Bloomberg, is traveling across Georgia as part of a multi-state bus tour.…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County deputies are trying to find out who shot at a car in North Macon Tuesday night. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, this happened at Vista Apartments, 4150 Arkwright Road, just before 10:30…
A criminal investigation in to a couple of Houston County deputies resulted in both being arrested.
After a few really nice days, the weather in Middle Georgia starts to take a turn for the worse, as our next system brings rain and storms to the area. Tomorrow will bring a mostly cloudy day to Middle Georgia...this…
Juliette residents say enough is enough when is comes to Georgia Power’s ash pond.
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Georgia is preparing to roll out more than 30,000 new voting machines for the 2020 presidential primary in March. The machines will replace the old paperless electronic voting system, which a federal judge deemed unsecure, unreliable,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb Emergency Management Agency along, with Georgia Emergency Management, encourages residents to get involved in Severe Weather Preparedness Week. Macon-Bibb County’s Emergency Management Director Spencer Hawkins says it’s important for residents to be aware of…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A national organization that provides after-school programs is unveiling its new local innovation center. Partnered with Cox Communications and Macon Housing Authority, the Boys & Girls Club of Central Georgia made its unveil at the Murphy…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon barbecue restaurant is back in business after more than a year of renovations. Satterfield's Barbecue kicked off its grand opening Tuesday and is now serving customers. In 2018, the restaurant closed its doors after…
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Authorities charged eight people in a 12-count federal indictment alleging a drug-trafficking conspiracy in and around Laurens County. Law enforcement arrested the suspects Tuesday during a sting operation called "the hole.” The investigation identified a shack…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Bibb County sheriff's deputies arrested two men after they tried to steal parts off of vehicles. The incident happened on Sunday afternoon. Authorities identified the men as: Chad Nolan Roberson, 30, of Macon Seth Clinton Arnold,…
UPDATE: Authorities arrested 26-year-old Terrance Lewis Ates in connection with the murder of Johntavies Coleman. Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies along with Twiggs County Sheriff’s deputies and the U.S. Marshals South East Regional Fugitive Task Force arrested Ates in connection to…
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Out of 118 cities, Perry receives "Georgia Main Street of the Month." According to Georgia Main Street, the goal of the program involves building strong and vibrant communities. The program focuses on historic preservation, small business…
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A suspect is recovering from gunshot wounds after leading a Georgia State Patrol trooper on a chase, resulting in the trooper firing his gun at the suspect. The Georgia Bureau of Investigations is helping GSP with…
Here are Middle Georgia's food service health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between January 27 and February 2.
EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 15 year old has been arrested for their connection to the shooting death of another teenager in Dodge County last November. According to a press release from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. 17 year old…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – According to the History Channel, Black History Month is an annual celebration of the achievements of African Americans and a time to recognize their roles in U.S. history. Macon is home to many African American icons…