Commissioners approve increase in liquor license fees for local businesses
For the first time in 20 years Macon-Bibb County Commissioners may increase liquor licensing fees for local businesses. Here's why.
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Macon-Bibb joins thousands of cities in 'Vision Zero' pedestrian safety initiative
Macon-Bibb county will be joining hundreds of cities across the nation to eliminate pedestrian deaths completely through a new initiative.
Daybreak Interview - Events To Benefit Houston County's Fire Chief
MACON, Ga - Four fire departments in Houston County have banded together to help one of their own. Houston County Fire Chief Jimmy Williams is currently battling stage four pancreatic cancer. Houston County's Assistant Fire Chief, Christopher Stoner, visited Daybreak…
Cold but dry weather to start the week
Good evening, Cold air has moved into Middle Georgia behind a cold front that moved in during the Thanksgiving weekend. High pressure to our west will continue to send very cold air across Middle Georgia through the middle of the…
Main Street Christmas Lights is expecting to bring in thousands of people
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The downtown Christmas light switch is being flipped 'on' later this week. Organizers of the Main Street Christmas Light Extravaganza are saying Macon is becoming a Christmas destination because of the light show. "Lights have always brought people…
Early voting begins in Macon-Bibb with modest turn out
The Board of Elections Office says a little more than 200 people came to cast their votes for Georgia Secretary of State and Public Service Commissioner.
Officials share safe ways to shop online as millions participate in Cyber Monday
It's a Monday many people actually look forward to--taking advantage of super deals from home. But it could come with some risks.
Medical Monday : The Signs, Symptoms and Treatment of Back Issues
MACON, Ga – According to the American Chiropractic Association, 80% of the population will experience back pain at some time in their lives. Dr. Winston Jeshuran, with Coliseum Medical Centers, visited Daybreak to talk about back issues. Click on the video…
Florida Man Wanted For Murder Arrested in Bibb County
MACON, Ga - Bibb County Sheriff's Deputies arrested a man over the weekend who's wanted for a murder in Miami, Florida. Deputies said they arrested 27 year old Fred Erick Saint-Phard of Pembroke Pines, Florida just before 8 Sunday morning. Deputies…
Man wanted for questioning in weekend homicide
UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help in locating 41-year-old Thelonius McAuthor Sumpter, who is wanted for questioning in connection with the homicide investigation of 35-year-old Ryan Glover. Glover was found dead near Central City Park on…
Rescue Mission makes sure people aren't alone this Thanksgiving
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Today is all about giving and showing thanks. A local organization is making sure people aren't alone or without a full belly this Thanksgiving. "A lot of the families that we come into contact with, we're…
Weather to be grateful for Thursday, ahead of rain to end the week
Good evening, Thanksgiving looks to be a really nice one across the southeast, but rainy days will be on the way just after the Thanksgiving holiday. Expect a chilly start across the area with temperatures in the 30's to start…
Two men wanted for questioning after enclosed trailer is stolen
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office wants to talk with two men after an enclosed trailer was stolen over the weekend.
Waitr and local businesses partner to help feed families for Thanksgiving
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - 'Tis the season for giving! A food delivery app and a local restaurant want to make sure less fortunate families don't go without a Thanksgiving plate. "I think the biggest thing with Waitr giving back is we're local.…
Students fill hundreds of boxes for Middle Georgia Food Bank Mobile Pantry Project
Students from schools around Bibb County took some time out of their Thanksgiving break to put together hundreds of boxes of non perishable foods.
Deputies warn of break-ins as holiday shopping season approaches
Bibb Deputies say while its the busiest time for holiday shoppers it's also a busy time for thieves searching for their next victims.
Aerospace company to bring 150 new jobs to Macon-Bibb
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - New jobs are coming to Macon-Bibb County. Tuesday, the Macon-Bibb Industrial Authority announced that Stevens Aerospace and Defense Systems is openings a base of operations at Middle Georgia Regional Airport. The company is based out of…
29 new street lights coming to Eisenhower Parkway
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The Macon-Bibb County Commission approved a plan to make Eisenhower Parkway a little brighter. The plan calls for installing 29 street lights along intersections of Eisenhower Parkway near Presidential Parkway, Bloomfield Road and Central Georgia Tech.…
Two west Macon bridges approved for upgrades
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Two west side Macon overpasses are closer to becoming safer for drivers. Tuesday night, the Macon-Bibb Commission approved an agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation for preliminary engineering to replace the Tucker Road Overpass at Interstate…
Daybreak Interview - Thanksgiving Sides With Texas Roadhouse
MACON, Ga – Thanksgiving is almost here. If you're stressed out about what kind of sides to make this year, Texas Roadhouse has got you covered. Brittney Wesberry visited Daybreak to show us how to make a loaded sweet potato.…
Daybreak Interview - Houston Medical Center's Tree of Lights Ceremony
MACON, Ga – The holiday season is upon us! If you're looking for a fun, family activity and a way to give back to the community, you may want to check out Houston Medical Center's Tree of Lights Ceremony. Melissa…
Cochran Motor Speedway hosts Gobbler 100 this weekend
NASCAR's season is over, but local short tracks across the country are still in action.
Cooler air moves in, just in time for Thanksgiving
Good evening, After a day in the mid 60's and a few isolated showers, we will see a big cool down on the way through the end of the week. High pressure will be keeping us clear and cool through…
Arrest made in Macon hit-and-run that sent child to hospital
A woman was arrested Monday after a November 3 hit-and-run sent a child to the hospital.
Warner Robins Officer Arrested, On Administrative Leave
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The Houston County Sheriff's Office has opened an internal investigation into the Warner Robins Police Department following the arrest of an officer. Deputies arrested Officer Andrew Hernandez after a woman arrived at Houston Medical Center with…
Fifth Arrest Made In Shooting Death of Macon Teen
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office made a fifth arrest in connection to the murder of 16-year-old Kendrick Davis. The teen was shot and killed the night of October 30th while walking at the corner of Warpath Road…
Police are reminding travelers before hitting the road for the holidays, buckle up
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Hundreds of people are getting ready to hit the road for their holiday plans. Members with the Georgia Public Safety Office says hundreds have died due to car crashes, this year. "Think about the first thing…
Macon teen donates more than $25,000 to Middle Georgia Food Bank
Just ahead of the holidays, a Macon teen is giving back to her community in a major league way. 17 year-old Karsen Ochs is trying to 'Strike Out Hunger'.
A dry cold front ushers in cooler temps through the week
Good evening, The sun has been hanging around through much of the weekend, but we will have some clouds to start the day on Tuesday. A cold front has ushered in clouds across Middle Georgia this evening and will be…
Deal signs $270 million hurricane relief spending plan for South Georgia
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Governor Nathan Deal's special session came to an end on Saturday with a passed multi-million dollar spending plan for the Hurricane Michael relief effort. It marked the end of a packed five day-long special session called…
Elaine Lucas Senior Center offers more activities and events for seniors to do
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Senior citizens in Macon-Bibb have their own facility to hang out. The Elaine Lucas Senior Center opened its doors Monday morning. Now that the Elaine Lucas Senior Center is open, seniors tells 41NBC they finally have…
Local sorority chapter feeds 100 families for Thanksgiving
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Thanksgiving is this Thursday and a local sorority chapter is making sure some families in Macon don't go without a Thanksgiving dinner. The Epsilon Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority is handing out boxes…
Two Arrested For Involvement in Dollar General Armed Robbery
MACON, Ga - Two people have been arrested by Bibb County Sheriff's Deputies for their involvement in an armed robbery in Macon. Deputies arrested 18 year old Juan Malik Parker and 27 year old Jasmine James. Deputies say Parker robbed the…
Macon Man Shot in His Home, Deputies Looking For Suspect
MACON, Ga - Bibb County Sheriff's Deputies are looking for the person who shot a Macon man while he was in his house. Deputies said it happened Saturday night just before 9 in the 3300 block of Thunderbird Road. Deputies…
Truck driver cited in school bus crash in Macon
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - A driver is taken to the hospital after his truck is hit by a school bus. The crash happened around 2:45 Friday evening on Eisenhower Parkway and Romeiser Drive, near Interstate 475. Sgt. Linda Howard with the…
Businesses are hoping to raise more money for this year's Layaway Santa
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - We are at the start of the holiday season, and with that comes the spirit of giving. "Everybody looks at Christmas as a time to receive gifts, but so many do give and if you're able…
Organizers prepare for even bigger Christmas Light Extravaganza
Downtown Macon's Christmas Light Extravaganza is soon to be back and better than ever this year with more lights, more space and more activities.
Monroe Co. Officials re-branding their community with help from residents
Officials in Monroe County are trying to rebrand and using feedback from residents to do it. They say branding is key to moving Monroe County forward.
Stacey Abrams ends race for Governor of Georgia
GEORGIA (AP) - Democrat Stacey Abrams says she can't win the Georgia governor's race, effectively ending her challenge to Republican Brian Kemp. Her speech Friday effectively puts a stop to the contest. The final result had been in doubt for…
Man confesses to over 90 homicides, solving two Macon cold cases
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office solves two cold cases from the late 1970’s and early 1980’s thanks to a recent confession. Investigators say 78-year-old Samuel Little confessed to killing over 90 women over four decades across the United…
UPDATE: GBI makes arrests in Warner Robins illegal gambling cases
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The Georgia Bureau of Investigation Commercial Gambling Unit executed four search warrants in Houston County for violations of Georgia’s commercial gambling laws. Agents also made four arrest in connection to illegal gaming: Kevin Huggler, 37, Warner…
Milledgeville Police Specialized Patrol Unit receives community grant
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The Milledgeville Police Department’s Specialized Patrol Unit (SPU) is receiving a $4,600 community grant from Washington EMC’s Operation Round Up program. Operation Round Up is a community development program funded by the voluntary contributions of Washington EMC customers…
Bibb County Sheriff's Office Looking For Car Break In Suspects
MACON, Ga - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for it's help finding three men wanted for breaking into cars. Deputies said the men broke into cars at different locations in the Skipperton Road Area in Macon…
Five People Taken To Hospital After Crash In Macon
MACON, Ga - Five people were sent to the hospital after a crash involving an SUV, a van and a tractor trailer in Macon. Bibb County Sheriff's Deputies said the crash happened just before 4 Thursday afternoon on Shurling Drive.…
23 Year Old Man Killed While Pushing A Car In Macon
MACON, Ga - A car crash in Macon killed a man. Bibb County Sheriff's Deputies say the crash happened on Forsyth Road near the Tucker Road just before 12:30 Friday morning. Deputies say a white Chevy Classic broke down and was…
Judge sentences Isaac Culver to 7 years in Bibb County Schools fraud case
A judge has sentenced Isaac J. Culver III and his company, Progressive Consulting Technologies, for his involvement in the multi-million dollar fraud case.
Local Vietnam veterans take part in public recognition ceremony
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - It's a long overdue public recognition for Vietnam veterans from Bibb and the surrounding counties. Thursday afternoon, the Nathaniel Macon Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution held a special ceremony for local Vietnam veterans at…
Coliseum Medical Centers receive an 'A' for patient safety and care quality
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Coliseum Medical Centers just received a good grade from a national organization that grades patient safety and care quality. Coliseum Medical Centers, Coliseum Northside and Fairview Park Hospital received A's on their scores. The Leapfrog Organization…
Deal breaks down the numbers in $470 million South Georgia spending plan
As Governor Nathan Deal's emergency session continues, lawmakers are beginning to make progress on South Georgia support funding.
Daybreak Interview - Big Brothers Big Sisters Color Run
MACON, Ga – Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Heart of Georgia is an organization that's devoted to helping change children's lives for the better in Middle Georgia. Dianna Glymph, who's with the nonprofit organization, visited Daybreak to talk about…