Tic Toc Room back open after receiving 98 on follow-up inspection
Tic Toc Room in downtown Macon is back open after receiving a 98 on a follow-up inspection Tuesday.
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Jones County man charged with shoplifting at Macon Walmart
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a Macon man for shoplifting and carrying a concealed weapon without a permit. The incident happened on July 20 around 3:15 p.m. Deputies say they responded to a call from Walmart…
WANTED | Man connected to financial crimes in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators need your help finding a man wanted in connection with financial crimes. Investigators identified the man as 36-year-old Omar Vione Coates. Authorities want Coates for the following crimes: Theft by Taking Transmission of Data…
Bibb County investigator arrested, charged with DUI
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Bibb County Sheriff's investigator was arrested and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol. Authorities say the incident happened on July 20 around 12:30 a.m. Georgia State Patrol officers say that they were patrolling…
Restaurant Report Card: View health inspection scores July 15-19
Here are Middle Georgia's restaurant health inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, July 15 and Friday, June 19.
Macon-Bibb Commissioner Bert Bivins isn’t seeking re-election
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon-Bibb commissioner says he won’t seek re-election next year. Through the years, Bert Bivins served as commissioner for District 5. "I would like to thank my community and my supporters throughout the years," Bivins said.…
WANTED | Man robs Taco Bell on Bloomfield Road
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff's deputies need your help finding a man who robbed the Taco Bell at 4040 Bloomfield Road. The incident happened on July 22 around 10:30 p.m. Authorities say that a man with his face…
Summer cold front is bringing storms and cooler temperatures to Middle Georgia
The heat will finally give Middle Georgia a break this week behind a rare summertime cold front. Heavy rain and thunderstorms will roll into Middle Georgia Tuesday afternoon ahead of the cold front. We will also see an increase in…
Macon woman shot while walking
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a shooting that happened on Cynthia Weir Place around 5 p.m Monday. Deputies say that 45-year-old Tracy Melinda Goolsby, of Macon was walking on Cynthia Weir Place when she was shot.…
Zoner's Pizza fundraising to help send veterans to war memorial
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Zoner’s pizza is donating 10% from every purchase to raise money to send veterans to the War Memorial in Washington D.C. Owner Jerry Scrushy says he’s excited to help in any way he can. "I've…
Mental Health America of Georgia, Wellcare Health Plans host free mental health training
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Mental Health America of Georgia along with Wellcare Health Plans are preparing Georgia residents for emergencies. The two organizations will hold 8-hour courses for “youth mental health training” across Georgia. The organizations held a course…
Warner Robins Walmart gets face lift
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Warner Robins Walmart is undergoing renovations. Walmart store manager AJ Ivey says the renovations include the following: A new pick up tower Floor conversion from tile to polished concrete Expanded departments Wider isles New…
BREAKING| Female shot in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A female was shot in Macon Monday, according to Sergeant Clay Williams with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. It happened around 5 p.m. on Cynthia Weirs Road in southwest Macon. The victim was taken to Medical…
Poverty simulation gives new teachers hands on training
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - New teachers got the opportunity to experience situations that students deal with throughout the school year. Bibb County School District and Mercer University partnered to offer a poverty simulation. The event allowed new teachers to role…
Macon man arrested with multiple drug charges, possession of gun
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon man was arrested on multiple charges including possession of drugs and a gun. The incident happened on July 19 around 10:30 p.m. Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies were patrolling the Lynmore Avenue area near Tela…
Macon man arrested for cocaine possession, riding on suspended tag
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon man was arrested on drug charges and driving on a suspended tag. The incident happened on July 19 around 3 p.m. Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies were patrolling the Lilly Avenue area near Grosso Avenue…
Kroger shows support to Macon teachers with annual supply giveaway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Kroger is showing support for Macon area teachers by giving away classroom supplies at the Macon Centreplex on July 23. According to a news release from Kroger's Atlanta division, the organization will give away classroom supplies…
New events coming to this year's Bragg Jam
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This year's Bragg Jam will host a number of new events to make up for fewer acts. Through the years, Bragg Jam’s roster has grown to nearly 100 acts. Due to budget cuts and limited staff,…
Tractor trailer overturned near Sardis Church Road
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- According to Bibb County dispatch, deputies received a call Monday at 8:03 a.m. of an overturned 18 wheeler. The tractor trailer was carrying straw. One lane is closed on 1-75, crews are still on scene.
Accident in west Macon leaves girl in critical condition
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a traffic accident that happened on Williamson Road and Bloomfield Drive around 4:19 p.m. Deputies say that a Jeep Grand Cherokee, driven by 30-year-old Shayonna West of Macon, traveled north…
2 Macon teens lead deputies on chase, both face multiple charges
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two Macon teenagers face multiple charges as they fled deputies on a moped. Deputies say the incident happened on July 17 around 10 p.m. Authorities identified the driver as 19-year-old Marcus Ervin Hopkins Jr., of Macon.…
Macon man arrested for possession of Ecstasy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -A Macon man was arrested for the possession of ecstasy pills. Authorities say that the incident happened on July 18 around 3:20 a.m. Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies say they were patrolling the 900 block of Hillcrest Boulevard…
Car pulls up, shoots, leaves 2 injured in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a shooting incident that happened near the corner of Williamson Road and Rice Mill Road around 2:30 a.m. on Saturday. Deputies say that 18-year-old Gracelyn Marie Moxley and 18-year-old Spencer…
Intensity Athletics Track and Field sending 20 athletes to Junior Olympics
WARNER ROBINS (41NBC/WMGT) - The AAU team based out of Warner Robins is heading to the Junior Olympics at North Carolina A&T later this month. The tournament runs from July 27 through August 6. Of the 26 athletes in the…
Tic Toc Room closes temporarily, managing partner releases apology letter
Tic Toc Room in downtown Macon is temporarily closed after receiving an "unsatisfactory" health inspection score of 61 this week.
Special agent charged with violating racketeering act, accepting bribes
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- An enforcement agent for the Georgia Department of Revenue was charged with violating the state’s RICO Act. This stems from the ongoing investigation into a multi-jurisdictional racketeering enterprise, according to a news release from District attorney…
Teen accused of murdering his aunt in Monroe County goes to court
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A teenager accused of murdering his aunt appeared in court on Friday. Monroe County Sheriff's deputies say they charged 15-year-old Dontae Krieger with felony murder. Authorities say that Krieger killed his aunt, 42-year-old Tryeflue O’Neal. Afterward,…
Bibb deputy fired for possible involvement in racketeering
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A Bibb County deputy accused of being involved in a racketeering scheme was fired on July 15th. Lieutenant Sean Defoe with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office confirmed that Rahim McCarley was terminated after a state investigation. …
Foundation seeks Georgia families to help avoid foreclosures
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Wittenberg Family Trust is seeking five Georgia families in danger of foreclosure, to dissolve their mortgage debt. Marcia Bailey of Signature Accounting, a Maryland-based Accounting Firm says her client, The Wittenberg Family Trust has always…
Storms and heat return for Friday in Middle Georgia
For the second day this week Macon reached 100 degrees! We also saw a few rounds of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon that brought a welcome cool down and some much needed rain. Middle Georgia will continue to see a…
Georgia College to celebrate 50th anniversary of Apollo 11
MILLEGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - At exactly 10:56 p.m. on July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong stepped onto the moon. Saturday will mark exactly 50 years since the iconic moment.
Twiggs County woman convicted of meth trafficking
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Twiggs County woman faces life in prison after a jury found her guilty for attempting to sell more than 300 grams of methamphetamine. This comes from a news release from U.S. Attorney Charles Peeler. On…
Bibb middle, high schools add clear, mesh book bags to supplies list
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - In an effort to keep campuses safe, Howard High and Southwest High are adding clear and mesh backpacks to their school supplies list. Principal Steven Jones says students throughout the district have brought guns onto campus.…
Northeast High, Appling Middle merger projected to increase academics
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Students in east Macon say they're excited about new school buildings as the Northeast High and Appling Middle School merger moves along. On the first day of school, Northeast High students will walk into a new…
Macon teen wanted for armed robbery turns himself over to authorities
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon teen wanted for armed robbery and aggravated assault turned himself over to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office around 10 a.m. on July 16th. Authorities identified the teen as 18-year-old Aaron Alexander Chambliss. Deputies arrested…
Man on electric scooter hit, killed by Atlanta bus
ATLANTA, Georgia (AP) - Police say a transit bus in Atlanta has hit and killed a man riding an electric scooter. Atlanta police spokeswoman TaSheena Brown tells The Atlanta Journal-Constitution that the man was hit by a CobbLink bus late…
First year Rutland head football coach hopes to turn program around
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Wins have been hard to come by for the Rutland Hurricanes the past couple of years. "When I got here, one of the things I told the kids was it didn't matter what had happened before,"…
Dog of the Week: Deb
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – Deb is a three year old bull terrier mix. She’s sweet, loves people and cuddling. Deb also needs a forever home. You can adopt her at All About Animals Rescue. It’s located at 101 Riverside Drive in Macon.…
Macon teenager hospitalized after Wednesday shooting
A teenager is in the hospital after being shot in the abdomen Wednesday night.
Rain and storm chances increase through the end of the week
Another hot day is on the way for Middle Georgia tomorrow with highs in the upper 90's. By the afternoon we will see a chance of showers and thunderstorms in the area with partly cloudy skies throughout the day. As…
Houston County DA seeking death penalty of inmate
UPDATE: Houston Judicial Circuit District Attorney George Hartwig, will seek the death penalty and Notice of Statutory Aggravating Circumstances on Daniel Bruce Franz, II, for 2018 murders. Franz is charged with the January 13, murder of Janak Patel. He is…
Two candidates running for Perry mayor
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The qualifying round for Perry's mayoral race is over. According to Houston County Board of Elections, Mayor Pro Tem Randall Walker and Robbin Jackson are in the running for mayor of Perry. Perry's special election comes…
7th Street corridor project aims to reroute trucks from downtown Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A project aims to reroute trucks from downtown Macon to 7th Street. The project will redirect trucks from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. (MLK) to 7th Street. While that will make it safe for pedestrians…
Backpack giveaway, other free services for kids | Back 2 School Bash in Houston County
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - More than 2,000 backpacks filled with school supplies will be given to kids in Houston County on Friday. Houston County Family Connection Executive Director Tian Foss says it’s part of the 10th Annual Community-Wide Back…
Macon man arrested for burglary of 7 stores
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A Macon man was arrested for the burglary of seven stores throughout the area. Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies arrested 35-year-old Taucedi Edward Perin for Burglary on July 16th. The incident happened around 3:00 a.m. at the…
Navicent Health sees increase in heat related illnesses
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Hospitals are experiencing an increase in patients with heat exhaustion and heat-related illnesses. This is according to the Navicent Health Medical Director of Emergency Center, John Wood. Wood says the best way to prevent heat exhaustion and…
Macon native Maliek Montgomery making impact on boxing world
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon has its own pro athlete. As a matter-of-fact, 23-year-old pro boxer Maliek Montgomery was born and raised in Macon. He started boxing when he was just 12-years-old. That’s when he knew he wanted to box…
Warner Robins car dealership employee shoots at co-worker
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- Warner Robins Police responded to a shots fired call at Five Star Chevrolet on Watson Boulevard. According to a news release from the Warner Robins Police, the incident happened on July 17th at around 9:15…
Tractor trailer loaded with Starburst candies overturns on I-75 exit
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A tractor-trailer truck loaded with Starburst candy overturned while exiting I-75 on exit 153 to Sardis Church Road around 5:28 a.m. As the tractor-trailer rounded the curve on the exit, it rolled onto its side. It…
Macon-Bibb Commissioners approve $1k bonus for employees
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —Macon-Bibb Commissioners were busy at their meeting Tuesday night.