Overtyme Bar & Grill giving away 1,000 turkeys to community members
Local business owners are making it their mission to give away 1,000 turkeys just ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday to help families who can't afford it.
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Macon church recognizes military veterans on Veterans Day
A Macon church took time out of its Sunday morning service to honor military veterans in its congregation.
Officials at Navicent hope newly rented mobile hospital will lower ER wait times
Navicent Health officials unveiled their newly rented Med 1 Mobile Hospital on Wednesday afternoon. They're hoping it will lower wait times for patients.
Sheriff's Office Looking For Inmate That Escaped During Work Detail
MACON, Ga - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for an inmate that escaped from the County's Detention Center during his work detail. Deputies say 22 year old Jaylon Patrick was working off his community service hours at the…
Soggy and cold week in the southeast
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - After a dry and mostly sunny Veterans Day weekend, the wet weather is making a return. Soggy conditions will last most of the week as a low pressure system moves along the Gulf Coast. The warm…
Despite Kemp's claim of victory, experts say Georgia Governor's race "at a stand still"
Despite one candidates declaration of victory heard 'round the country, the race for Georgia Governor is not over. Here's why.
Fourth teen arrested in murder of Kendrick Davis
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Investigators along with the U.S. Marshals Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force, make an additional arrest in the murder of 16-year-old Kendrick Davis. Deputies arrested 16-year-old Eric Bowden at his home in east…
Tornado takes off part of a church's roof in South Bibb
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The South Bibb community is still cleaning up after Wednesday's tornado. Gateway Fellowship Church on Skipper Road, is trying to figure out, "what's next" after the roof came off during the storm. "I don't know what…
Cold air surges south following front, "feels like" temps near freezing
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - After a grey and rainy week in Middle Georgia, nicer weather will return for the weekend! Colder air will surge south following the front, leading to dry and breezy conditions which will make it feel even…
Family continues Memaw's legacy with the 7th Annual Feed the Veterans Community Feeding
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The 7th Annual Memaw's Feed the Veterans Community Feeding is tomorrow, but this is the first year that Memaw won't be there after passing away a year ago. The family is continuing her legacy though. Memaw's…
Arrest made in murder of missing Macon man
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - Deputies make an arrest in connection to the murder of John Lewis Fleming III. 53-year-old Fleming was reported missing by his girlfriend in September of 2018. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Investigators along with the U.S. Marshal…
Macon man sentenced for assault on ex-girlfriend
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - A Macon man who kicked in his ex-girlfriend’s door in September 2017 and brandished an assault rifle pleaded guilty Friday to burglary and aggravated assault. Tommy Lewis Dumas Jr., 26, was sentenced to 12 years – with…
Man Wanted For Waffle House Armed Robbery in Macon
MACON, Ga - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man who's accused of robbing a Waffle House. Deputies say it happened at the Waffle House at 4731 Chambers Road in Macon around 11:30 Thursday night. Deputies say the…
National Weather Service confirms a tornado in Bibb County Wednesday
The National Weather Service in Peachtree City performed a storm survey of damage resulting from the tornado warned storm that moved through Bibb County on Wednesday. The crews analyzed the damage in the area and they did confirm that a…
BCSO Financial Crimes Unit asking for public's assistance nailing two suspects for credit card fraud
Investigators with the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office are asking for the public's assistance identifying two suspects wanted for identity theft.
Water main break after storm in Bibb County leaves residents without water
Many residents in Macon are without water following a major water main break after Wednesday's storms. Macon Water Authority is currently investigating.
Perry officials celebrate Houston Co. Schools improvements at community luncheon
Progress in Perry is what city leaders came together to discuss with community members at the annual state of the community.
Japanese students spend the week in Macon-Bibb
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - This week 16 middle school students and three chaperones from Kurobe, Japan are visiting Macon-Bibb County. During their stay, they will learn more about American culture and practice their English language skills. Thursday, Students spent the day…
Twiggs Co. will be home to one of the largest solar plants in Georgia, creating jobs for rural Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Twiggs County will soon be home to one of the largest solar panel projects, east of the Mississippi River. First Solar and Origis Energy are bringing clean, renewable energy to the Peach State. "We really are…
Wet weather continues before drier/cooler air returns this weekend
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Wet weather continues in Middle Georgia this week as a stalled cold front sits near the Florida/Georgia border and multiple waves of energy ripple throughout the atmosphere. If you're hoping for drier and cooler weather, just…
First responders test new technology for if-and-when a hurricane or flooding hit our area
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It has almost been a month since Hurricane Michael came through Middle Georgia. Guardian Centers, in Perry, held a hurricane disaster simulation for its Operation Convergent Response. In times of natural disasters, it's imperative first responders…
Storm damage reported in South Bibb County
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - A severe line of storms left downed trees and power outages in South Bibb County. Emergency Management Officials say people in the area need to watch for downed trees and lines. There are reports of down…
Brian Kemp Declares Victory in Georgia Governor Race
Brian Kemp Declares Victory in Georgia Governor Race
Bleckley Co. Coroner defeats Walden in race for District 144 house seat
Bleckley County Coroner Danny Mathis has defeated Democratic Candidate Jessica Walden in the race for the District 144 State House Seat.
Two Men Wanted For Armed Robbery At Dollar General In Macon
MACON, Ga - Deputies with The Bibb County Sheriff's Office are looking for two men wanted for an armed robbery in Macon. Deputies say it happened at the Dollar General at 3407 Napier Avenue around 7:15 Tuesday night. Deputies say the…
Investigators Need Help Finding Driver Involved in Hit and Run Accident
MACON, Ga - Bibb County Sheriff's Investigators are asking for the public's help identifying a driver involved in a hit and run accident that injured a little girl. Investigators say it happened at 4077 Saint Charles Place in Macon just before 5…
Two Men Indicted For Shooting Death Of Macon Man
MACON, Ga - A Bibb County grand jury indicted two men for the shooting death of Macon man. According to the Macon-Bibb District Attorney's Office, 26 year old Anterrio Tremaine Stinson and 38 year old Kelvin Dewayne Carswell were indicted on charges…
Unstable pattern creates wet weather for the rest of the work week
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - A cold front moved through Middle Georgia Tuesday, producing a narrow line of rain that later developed into non-severe storms as it moved southeast of Warner Robins. The front is currently slowing down in motion and…
Georgia judge extends voting hours at more polls
A judge has extended voting hours at more polling locations in Georgia
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Poll: A snapshot of how Georgia voters cast ballots
By KEVIN McGILL, Associated Press Voters casting midterm election ballots in Georgia are divided over the state of the nation, according to a wide-ranging survey of the American electorate. As voters cast ballots for governor and members of Congress in Tuesday's…
Monroe Co. will have a new sheriff in town after decades
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Tonight, 41NBC is following the Monroe County Sheriff's race. Voters are choosing from six candidates. The candidates are: Lawson Bittick III Michael Bittick Ronnie "JOCKO" Evans Stacey Penamon Troy Copelan Brad Freeman III Be sure to…
Reports of long lines, broken machines as voters go to polls
By CHRISTINA A. CASSIDY, COLLEEN LONG and MICHAEL BALSAMO, Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — Long lines and malfunctioning machines marred the first hours of voting in some precincts across the country Tuesday. Some of the biggest problems were in Georgia, a…
Daybreak Interview - Alzheimer's Association Community Forum
MACON, Ga - According to the Alzheimer's Association, over five and half million Americans live with the disease. Michael Dinkins, who's with the Alzheimer's Association's Georgia Chapter, visited Daybreak to talk a community forum on Alzheimer's that the association is…
Approaching cold front threatens severe weather on Election Day
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Election Day is here, and many people will be heading to the polls to cast votes throughout the day. An approaching cold front will attempt to slow the race to the polls, threatening severe weather in…
Threat for severe storms remains on Election Day, but rain sticks around through the week
Good evening, As Election Day draws near we are watching for the potential for strong to severe storms across parts of the southeast. The main threats for tomorrow will be gusty winds as well as the threat for an isolated…
As precincts across Middle Georgia prepare for election day, official anticipate varying turn out
Poll workers across Middle Georgia are preparing for the big day tomorrow, collecting supplies and setting up to open up at 7:00 am on Tuesday.
Trump visits Macon to campaign for Kemp, voters say this election has made Georgia a "battle ground state"
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - We are in the home stretch to Election Day. Eyes from all over the country are on Georgia's race for governor. President Donald Trump came to Macon Sunday to campaign for Republican candidate for governor, Brian…
Third arrest made in October shooting of Macon teen
MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office reports a third arrest in connection to a deadly October shooting. Damarkis Hammonds, age 19, is now charged with murder in connection to the shooting death of 16-year-old Kendrick Davis. Jamon…
Medical Monday - Lung Cancer Awareness With Navicent Health Nurse
MACON, Ga – According to the Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation, one in fifteen people will be diagnosed with lung cancer in their lifetime. Sally Waldorf, a patient advocate nurse with Navient Health's Peyton Anderson Cancer Center, visited Daybreak to…
Man Arrested For Armed Robbery and Kidnapping in Macon
MACON, Ga - A man has been arrested for his involvement in armed robbery and kidnapping that happened in October. Bibb County Sheriff's Investigators arrested and charged 25 year old Ceezon D. Antwanette McKoy for Kidnapping and Armed Robbery. Investigators say…
Man Shoots Himself, Arrested For Armed Robbery At McDonald's
MACON, Ga - Bibb County Deputies arrested a man who tried to rob a McDonald's restaurant. Deputies say it happened at the McDonald's at 550 Gray Highway in Macon around 11 p.m. Saturday. Deputies arrested 26 year old Donte Sherrod Grayer…
Two Men Wanted For An Armed Robbery At Hardee's in Macon
MACON, Ga - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating an armed robbery that happened at a Hardee's Restaurant in Macon. Deputies say it happened 8:15 p.m. Sunday at the Hardee's at 1014 Gray Way in the city. Deputies say…
Hit And Run In Macon Injures Seven Year Old Girl, Sends Her To Hospital
MACON, Ga - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a hit and run accident that injured a little girl. Deputies say it happened at 4077 Saint Charles Place just before 5 p.m. Saturday. Deputies say 7 year old Zmya Whitus…
President Trump in Macon for final push for Brian Kemp in race for governor
ATLANTA (AP) — Last-minute legal decisions, a racist robocall and a protester wearing a giant chicken suit holding a sign that reads "too chicken to debate." These are the scenes playing out amid the final furious days of the hotly…
President Trump holds rally in Macon to campaign Kemp
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- President Donald Trump is holding a rally Sunday afternoon at Middle Georgia Regional Airport. POTUS will be speaking at 3:45 to campaign for gubernatorial candidate Brian Kemp, ahead of Election Day Tuesday. 41NBC’s Tanya Modersitzki is at…
Macon man will spend next 20 years in prison for 2016 aggravated assault
A Macon man will spend 20 years in prison after his sentencing on Friday. The trial for 25 year-old Quintavious Marquez Hutchings started on Tuesday.
19 businesses sell their items at Macon Exchange's pop-up shop
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Just in time for the holidays, local businesses are getting a chance to show Macon what they have to offer. Friday is the grand opening for the Macon Exchange pop-up shop. Over 19 businesses from Middle…
Former Macon Mayor C. Jack Ellis calls on city leaders to stop teen violence
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Former Macon Mayor C. Jack Ellis is calling on multiple community groups and agencies to unite to stop the violence. This comes after deputies arrested two teens in the shooting death of another teen this week.…
Stacey Abrams makes a final stop in Macon with Congressman John Lewis
As midterm election season comes to a close, Stacey Abrams and her campaign made a final stop in Macon accompanied by a civil rights icon.