Bibb County Sheriff addresses recent shootings at news conference
After several recent shootings, the Bibb County Sheriff's Office will address the wave of violence in Macon at a news conference this afternoon.
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Navicent Health’s first “Tax Day Baby” gets money for college
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Even though its 18 years early, a mother received a scholarship for her newborn baby to go to college. In honor of tax day, Medical Center, Navicent Health and Georgia’s Path2college 529 plan recognized the first…
UPDATE: Culprit behind stolen road signs in Monroe County caught and arrested
After two months of mischief, Monroe County Sheriff's Deputies arrested a man they believe stole thousands of dollars in missing road signs.
Reynolds woman's car wraps around tree in fatal crash
Police say the victim, Sharon Reed, was driving her 2010 Toyota Sienna in Macon County around 9:00 AM when somehow her car veered off the road, went into a ditch and hit a tree.
Man shot during apparent robbery attempt
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that happened early Tuesday morning in west Macon. Reports say that around 5 a.m., 52-year-old Lewis Williams was walking on Roff Ave when three men in a…
Neighbors shaken in wake of fatal shooting of elderly woman
Neighbors in the area near the crime scenes of multiple shootings in Macon over the weekend say they want the violence to stop.
Forsyth man arrested for stealing around 50 road signs
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Forsyth man is being held at the Monroe County Jail for stealing road and street signs valued at $4,000. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office arrested 39-year-old Frankie Breeding after finding 10 county road signs, 14…
Two of the weekend shootings possibly linked, Bibb County investigators say
Bibb County deputies are looking for the people responsible in several shootings that happened over the weekend.
Altercation at Cheddar's goes viral between woman and two soldiers, leads to arrest
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT)- A video of what appears to be a woman lunging and swinging at two soldiers in a local restaurant has gone viral. The video is continuing to receive shares and views across all social platforms. Just reading…
Georgia Supreme Court says Macon man can't be retried for murder
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Jedarrius Meadows will not have to stand trial again for the 2014 murder of Damion Bernard Clayton. When Meadows was on trial in September 2015, the judge declared a mistrial after jurors deliberated for nearly three…
Employee misconduct investigation underway at Fort Valley State University
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Fort Valley State University employee is on administrative leave while the University System of Georgia conducts an investigation. The university released a statement announcing it notified the University System of Georgia about potential employee…
Miller Magnet Middle School receives threats via social media
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT)- Bibb County Sheriff's Office has investigated social media threats towards Miller Fine Arts Magnet Middle School all weekend. According to a Facebook post from Bibb County School District, they received multiple calls over the weekend about…
Homicide in west Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Police are investigating a homicide that happened early Saturday morning in Macon. Just before 2:30 a.m., deputies responded to Mason St, between Anthony Rd and Carroll St, for a report of a person who had been…
Argument leads to shooting in south Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two men were shot at a gas station on Rocky Creek Rd Saturday. Just before 1:30 a.m., it was reported that there was an argument in the parking lot of the Quick Serve gas station between…
Man shot after kicking apartment doors
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that happened at the Chambers Cove Apartment Complex in west Macon. Reports say that just after 2:30 a.m. Saturday, 35-year-old Chaz Green, a resident at Chambers Cove…
Retired Bibb County school teacher found dead with gunshot wound in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) A woman was found dead with a gunshot wound in Macon at 2032 Vining Circle. Bibb County Coroner Lonnie Miley says 75 year old Ann Leonard was found dead in her home. Her brother called 911 after…
Man shot at Macon apartment complex after allegedly kicking doors
A man who was allegedly trying to break in to homes at an apartment complex was shot in the head.
Missing Monroe County teen who prompted Amber Alert found safe
Update: The Monroe County Sheriff's Office says the missing teen was found safe in Henry County, and the suspect is in custody. At approximately 1:50 p.m., the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office was notified by the Henry County Police Department of…
2 people dead, one hospitalized in overnight shootings
Two people are dead and one is in critical condition after three separate shootings.
Community garden "Agrihood" presents blueprints
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Macon is one step closer to becoming home of the first urban Agrihood in the state. One South Community Development Corporation is giving us a look at what's to come. One South CDC took feedback from the…
Angie's List: Prefabricated Homes
When many people hear “prefabricated” or “modular” in relation to houses, they picture trailers or hastily built tract homes. But as Angie’s List reports, today’s prefab housing embraces flexible and modern design with all the amenities.
Tubman Museum hosts 2nd annual Women's Empowerment Luncheon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Author Dr. Lucille O’Neal paid a visit to Macon Friday afternoon to take part in the 2nd Annual Women’s Empowerment Luncheon held at the Tubman Museum. If that name sounds familiar, it’s because O’Neal is the…
Severe storm threat for Middle GA this weekend
Good Evening! A mixed bag of weather is on the way for the weekend. Saturday looks lovely with highs in the 80's and plenty of sunshine...so we are going to focus pretty much entirely on Sunday. A line of strong/severe…
Middle Georgia's largest pottery show kicks off this weekend
Middle Georgia's biggest pottery show is back! The Macon Arts Alliance is holding its 13th annual Fired Works this weekend at Central City Park.
Centerville officers pull woman from burning car
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A woman is safe after two Centerville police officers pulled her from a burning car Wednesday afternoon. Lieutenant Scott Radebaugh and Detective Sergeant Ryan Powell were responding to reports of a car accident on Collins Avenue…
Man arrested for 12 home burglaries in four Middle Ga. counties
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Warner Robins man is in jail without bond after being found in possession of stolen property from several homes in Houston, Wilcox, Twiggs and Peach counties, according to the Houston County Sheriff's Office. Houston…
Upcoming workshop teaching financial literacy to high school students
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - There's still time for you to sign up your high school student for the "Build a Budget Pop Up Workshop" happening April 21st in Macon. Organizers say it will prepare students for the real world. "I…
Cold March weather hurts some Middle Georgia peach crops
MUSELLA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Earlier this year, colder temperatures had some Middle Georgia farmers worried about the future of their crops. Freezing temperatures in March damaged some peaches that were starting to bloom. Dickey Farms Co-Owner, Lee Dickey says early bloomers…
Macon-Bibb Board of Elections votes to add District 1 race to May Election
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb Board of Elections is adding the District 1 race to the May Election. The election is May 22nd. In a 4 to 1 vote, during a special called meeting, the board decided to add the…
Macon-Bibb Board of Elections holding special meeting
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb Board of Elections did not mention what it will address during a special called board meeting set for today. The meeting happening right now comes just days after Macon-Bibb Mayor Robert Reichert broke a…
Woman blesses new home thanks to Sheridan Construction and Habitat for Humanity
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A Macon woman and her family is receiving, what she calls, a huge blessing. Macon area Habitat for Humanity selected Andrea Harris to receive a newly built home. Harris says they have been living with relatives, but…
Man sentenced to life for fatally shooting Macon man
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon man will spend life in prison without the possibility of parole after Bibb County jurors found him guilty of shooting and killing a man in 2016. Evidence shows 27-year-old Brandon Trayvon Haywood shot Marcus…
Bibb County School District integrates technology in classrooms
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Bibb County School District is continuing their efforts to integrate technology into the curriculum. Earlier this month, The Center for Digital Education awarded Bibb Schools as winner of a digital school district survey. Bibb County School District…
Macon-Bibb Board of Elections special meeting set for Friday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb Board of Elections did not mention what it will address during a special called board meeting tomorrow. Friday's meeting comes just days after Macon-Bibb Mayor Robert Reichert broke a tie vote for a plan…
$11,000 worth of road signs stolen in Monroe County
Deputies in Monroe County have a thief on their hands and it's costing tax payers thousands of dollars to replace dozens of signs they say were stolen.
Coliseum Medical to host suicide awareness symposium
Coliseum Medical Center in Macon is trying to bring more awareness to suicide in the area and hosting its 4th annual suicide prevention symposium.
MBCIA demands $1.9 million payment for Whitby projects
Documents obtained in an open records request show that the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority (MBCIA) is demanding nearly $2 million from three construction companies.
Witnesses pull man from burning car after crash
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is recovering in the hospital after crashing his car in east Macon. According to witnesses, a red 2016 Chevy Malibu was traveling north on Hopewell Rd around 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, when the driver began…
Georgia divided on how President Trump is handling job
New polling from NBC News and Survey Monkey found that Georgia is split on President Donald Trump. 49% approve of the way he is handling the job. 49% disapprove.
Atlanta Braves players help reopen Tom Fontaine Park
The Tom Fontaine Park in West Macon is ready for ball to be played.
The B.S. Report: Braves off to a fast start
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Braves have gotten off to a good start, which is very important for a team in a rebuilding process. Baby steps are sometimes the most important things to take when a team is going through…
Rural counties looking to HB 533 to bring industry as populations shrink
Though industry in cities across the state of Georgia have continued to flourish, rural communities are much further behind.
Log truck crash in East Macon sends four people to the hospital
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Jeffersonville Road in East Macon is now open following a crash involving a log truck. Authorities say the driver of the log truck ran a red light at the intersection of Ocmulgee East Boulevard just before…
Rep. Austin Scott releases statement on Paul Ryan's Retirement
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Congressman Austin Scott released a statement after Republican Speaker of the House Paul Ryan announced that he will not seek re-election. Today, Ryan told his staff and GOP lawmakers that he will not seek another…
Restaurant Report Card: The 107 Smokehouse
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A new barbecue restaurant in Gray is working around the clock to serve up award-winning barbecue to the people of Jones County. The 107 Smokehouse opened in early April at its location on Gray Highway, and…
Two Macon men charged for shooting man in Dec. 2017
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County grand jurors charged two Macon residents with several counts of aggravated assault after police say they shot a man in the eye in Dec. 2017. Shelley Davis Johnson Jr., 36, and Dekeledricks Jamal Jacobs,…
Macon woman charged for beating, starving 3-year-old boy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County grand jurors indicted a Macon woman on charges she beat, starved and burned a 3-year-old boy, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office. Latonya Demetira Stephens, 39, of Macon, is charged with four…
Man charged with raping women in east Macon
UPDATE (4/10/2018): A grand jury indicted Jamal Rowe Tuesday on charges of rape, criminal attempt to commit rape, two counts of burglary and three counts of aggravated assault, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office. Police say Rowe broke…
Two new food delivery apps to begin serving cities in Middle Georgia
If you're looking for a new way to order in there's a few new apps in town you'll probably want to check out--Waitr and Orange Crate.
Remembering former Monroe County Commissioner Harold Carlisle
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Monroe County and neighboring communities are mourning the loss of a former Monroe County Commissioner. Harold Carlisle died suddenly this past weekend. Carlisle was a man who loved taking care of his lawn, an avid reader, businessman,…