DACA recipient on federal judge's order: 'It gave us more hope'
A federal judge in D.C. is going against President Trump's decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, known as DACA.
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Annual Strawberry Festival gets underway this weekend in Reynolds
REYNOLDS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - More than 10,000 people are expected in Reynolds this weekend for the annual Strawberry Festival. You can expect lots of activities including a parade, and a Fire Truck Pull. Amanda Haynie told 41NBC'S Amanda Haynie what…
Ga. Supreme Court agrees Macon man can't be retried for murder
The Georgia Supreme Court ordered a man to be set free from jail April 16 after the state's highest court unanimously agreed he can't be retried for murder after the judge incorrectly declared a mistrial.
Macon-Bibb EMA monitoring river levels this weekend
With rain from the beginning of the week and more on the way, the Macon-Bibb County Emergency Management Agency is monitoring the Ocmulgee River closely.
Dodge County elderly couple found dead inside home
CHESTER, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT)- Over in Dodge County, near the intersection of Georgia Interstate 126 and Dexter Road is report of another double homicide. SPECIAL AGENT FROM THE GBI -- SCOTT WHITLEY. According to Special Agent with the GBI Scott…
Pedestrian Safety Review Board continues 'On the Move' campaign
Macon-Bibb County's Pedestrian Safety Review Board is 'on the move' today and spreading awareness about pedestrian safety.
Man, Woman found shot to death in south Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating the shooting deaths of a man and woman in south Macon. Reports say that just after 12:30 a.m., 911 calls were placed about shots fired on Bloomfield Dr. When…
Restaurant Report Card: Bodega Brew
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The wait is over for people in Perry to try Bodega Brew, a new coffee shop on Ball Street! "The reception's been amazing, the community has been waiting and waiting patiently for us to open," co-owner…
Woman pleads guilty to faking bomb threat Macon daycare
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon woman pleaded guilty Monday for messaging the daycare where she worked that a bomb had been planted there, according to the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Georgia. 26-year-old Jasmine Bradley faces up…
Framework set for new school-justice partnership initiative
Macon-Bibb District Attorney's presentation on a new school and justice initiative is complete. The Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice, Bibb County School District and other partners developed a protocol for handling youth in schools. At the District Attorney Office, they…
GBI looking into sexual assault involving former FVSU campus police officer
The GBI is now looking into a sexual misconduct incident at Fort Valley State. The incident involves a former campus police officer and a female student.
Sorority suspends FVSU chapter pending results of investigation
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has suspended its chapter at FVSU while the Georgia Bureau of Investigation moves forward with its misconduct investigation.
James Bumpus, director of Office of Small Business Affairs resigns, explains role with industrial authority and Whitby projects
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Dr. James Bumpus, Director of Macon-Bibb County Office of Small Business Affairs has resigned. He confirmed the news to 41NBC Tuesday morning after presenting an update on the Office of Small Business Affairs. This announcement comes shortly…
Gov. Deal declares April as 'Month of the Military Child' in Georgia
Governor Nathan Deal will declare the month of April "Month of the Military Child" across the state on Wednesday in the North Wing of the State Capitol.
Bibb County Sheriff's Office hosting gun safety class
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is hosting a citizen's gun safety class. The course began on Monday and will continue into Tuesday evening.
Lingering rain showers possible Tuesday due to wrap-around moisture
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - The system that brought heavy rainfall and storms to Middle Georgia Monday continues to spin along the east coast. The low pressure system will shift east of Georgia Tuesday. While most of the rain will push…
Woman sentenced to prison for stealing $700,000 from Macon medical offices
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A woman will spend the next five years in prison and must pay more than $700,000 in restitution after pleading guilty to stealing from two Macon medical offices, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney's…
BCSO and EMA warn against slick roads with heavy rain
Roads are expected to get pretty wet this week with heavy rain coming our way over the next few days. Here's how you can avoid sliding.
Macon-Bibb County residents wake up to flooded yards
April showers bring May flowers, but it also brings unwanted water for some Macon-Bibb County residents in some areas.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Members give away $10,000 in scholarships
Sorority members of Alpha Kappa Alpha in Macon awarded deserving students from Middle Georgia $10,000 worth of scholarships.
Macon-Bibb District Attorney working on solutions to keep youth from behind bars
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT)- The Macon Bibb District Attorney Office and stake holders want to develop a protocol for the juvenile system. In march, a Clayton County judge shared his idea that's helped reduce crime and increased graduation rates. Now,…
University System of Georgia dispels rumor of board member involved in FVSU case
The University System of Georgia is putting rumors to rest in the sexual misconduct investigation happening at Fort Valley State University.
Soggy start to the week as rain and storms move through Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Rain continues to fall in Middle Georgia Monday morning as a large area of low pressure spins up very warm and moist air across the southeast. From Sunday morning to Monday morning, rainfall totals in Middle…
Man arrested in connection to two recent Macon murders
The Bibb County sheriff's Office arrested a man in connection to two murders last weekend.
Clock is ticking for some animals at Macon-Bibb Animal Welfare
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - Time is winding down until Macon-Bibb Animal Welfare may have to euthanize some animals. Ten dogs and five cats are looking for families. It's been two-years since Macon-Bibb Animal Welfare euthanized an adoptable animal. That…
Red Cross to hand out free smoke alarms in Warner Robins
Seven people die in a fire every day, this is according to The Red Cross. The non-profit is working to make sure that number decreases with its Sound the Alarm campaign.
Angie's List: Sod or Seed?
It doesn’t matter if you’re in a newly built home with no lawn or an older home with patchy spots of grass here and there, you have two options to turn your yard into a lush, green showplace your neighbors will envy: sod or seed. In today’s Angie’s List report, how to know which option is right for you.
State House District 141 candidates field questions, debate
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Four Republicans, all vying for Georgia's House Seat 141 spoke directly to voters about several issues Thursday night, ranging from taxes to medical marijuana. The candidates on the ballot in the May 22 election to replace…
Here's what you can and can't do while driving with your mobile devices
Lawmakers behind HB 673 want to clear up some of the confusion on which devices are allowed and which are not for drivers behind the wheel.
This weekend is the 4th Annual Just Tap'd Beer Festival
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT)- It's that time of year again where you can raise your classes up high and cheers, 70 times. It's the 4th Annual Just Tap'd Beer Festival. Just Tap'd's Director of Marketing Kaitlynn Kressin says you can expect over…
Bibb County Sheriff's Office looking to hire officers in wake of recent crime
After a recent spike in crime, the BCSO wants residents to know calling in crimes isn't the only way they can help. Joining the agency is another.
Woman pulls wagon from Savannah to Atlanta for child abuse awareness
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This week marks the 10 year anniversary since one woman walked from Savannah to Atlanta, while pulling an eight-hundred pound wagon. Rachel Milano coordinated the walk of love to raise awareness for child and sexual abuse..…
10 men arrested on federal gun and drug charges
The United States Attorney for the Middle District of Georgia, Charles E. Peeler and the Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Special Agent in Charge Arthur D. Peralta is holding a news conference Thursday afternoon.
Monkey Joe's celebrating customer appreciation day in May
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Customer Appreciation Day at Monkey Joe's in Warner Robins is happening Sunday, May 6th. You can enjoy everything the entertainment center has to offer for just $7. That admission cost includes a balloon twister, free…
The B.S. Report: Should the Braves wait to call up Acuna?
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - We’ve talked for six weeks – since the start of spring training – about Ronald Acuna, the young man who has already been crowned a future MLB star but has yet to have a MLB at…
Two arrested after shots fired into Warner Robins home
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A teenager and man are in custody after shooting into a home in Warner Robins early Thursday morning. Warner Robins police say 17-year-old Tristen Ezell and 26-year-old Quandre Elliott shot into a home on Diggs…
Month of April to end with cooler weather than normal for Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It's easy to say that winter was anything but normal for Middle Georgia, and now it seems spring is following that trend too. Middle Georgia continues to ride the temperature roller coaster. Just take a look…
MBCIA working to get money back, enforcing new invoice procedure
The Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority is not only, working to get money it lost on projects that were not complete, but also taking measures to make sure they never lose money again.
Child hit by car in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Warner Robins police are investigating a traffic accident that injured a 6-year-old girl. It happened around 8am on Featherstone Drive and Stoneridge Drive. Police say the girl stepped into oncoming traffic before she was hit…
Sorority responds to sexual misconduct allegations after GBI seizes laptops of FVSU officials
Days after FVSU addressed news of an employee misconduct investigation, the GBI has seized several laptops belonging to university officials.
Comfort care services offered in Middle Georgia
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- In the days before former First Lady Barbara Bush died, her family issued a statement that said she had decided to use comfort care instead of seeking further medical treatment for chronic health issues. Families rely…
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Deputies searching for a man bashing downtown Macon store front windows
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT)- Surveillance video shows a man bashing downtown Macon storefront windows. Some businesses have more damage than others. Four downtown businesses have damage done to their windows and doors. This coming after a man early Sunday morning picked…
Bibb County Board of Education settles lawsuit with tech companies
In a Bibb County School Board meeting Tuesday night, the school board voted unanimously to settle in a multi-million dollar lawsuit.
Restaurant Report Card: Blitz Seafood Sports Bar & Grill
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A new restaurant in Warner Robins is sure not to disappoint in the seafood department. Blitz Seafood Sports Bar & Grill, on Watson Blvd. prides itself on giving guests delicious food in a relaxed environment.…
Missing teen found after missing for nearly two years
A missing teen was found on Tuesday in Spalding County.
Members of LifeLink encourages people to become organ donors
April is known for showers that bring May flowers. But, it's also "Donate Life" month. Tuesday afternoon at Macon Transportation Authority, members of LifeLink of Georgia educated and encouraged people to sign-up to become organ donors. LifeLink of Georgia's Senior Public…
Community reacts to viral video of woman fighting with two soldiers
MACON, Georgia (41NBCNews/ WMGT)- The shocking video that has gone viral since the weekend, of a woman shown lunging towards and slapping two soldiers, is getting more shares and views. 41NBC's Tanya Modersitzki made her way to Judy Tucker's home,…
Georgia Department of Corrections looking for escaped inmate
The Georgia Department of Corrections is looking for an escaped inmate who walked off work detail.
Three-car crash in downtown Macon sends mother and daughter to the hospital
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT)- An accident in the heart of downtown Macon causes a mother and daughter to be pulled from their vehicle in result of a three-car crash. According to Bibb County Sheriff's, the incident happened just after 9…
Qualifying for the Macon-Bibb County District One Commission seat begins
The first day for qualifying for the Macon-Bibb district one commission seat started Tuesday at 9 a.m.