Former Monroe County financial director fired, county manager removed
At a special called meeting, Monroe County Commissioners announced a former finance director has been fired and county manager demoted.
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Tropical weather update: Eastern Pacific and Atlantic Ocean
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Both the Atlantic Hurricane Season and Eastern Pacific Hurricane Season are underway. The Eastern Pacific season began on May 15 while the Atlantic season began on June 1. Hurricane Bud was churning the sea west of…
American Red Cross to host summer blood drives across Middle Ga.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The American Red Cross is urging the public to donate blood this summer to help hospital patients. There are many opportunities to give blood with the American Red Cross in Middle Georgia. Here is a list…
Early voting for special election runoff begins in Macon-Bibb County
Early voting begins this week for Macon-Bibb County district 1 residents.
Bibb County Sheriff's Office offers free defensive driving classes for teens
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is offering free driving classes for teenagers this summer.
Visit Macon launches MyCity Bikes App highlighting self-guided tours
If you're looking for a way to get connected in the city and get a little exercise, there's now the My City Bikes Macon app at your finger tips
Georgia Doom won't play in American Arena League playoffs
Middle Georgia's arena football team, the Georgia Doom, has played its final down of the 2018 season.
Two dead after car accident on Pio Nono Avenue
Two men are dead after their cars collided Sunday afternoon.
Woman stabbed to death at Warner Robins home, man arrested
A Warner Robins woman was found stabbed to death Saturday night.
Perry police looking for truck thief wearing NBA jersey
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Perry police are asking for the public's help finding a man who stole a truck from a gas station on Houston Lake Road Friday evening. Surveillance video shows the thief approaching the black 2004 Ford F-150,…
Navicent Health wants you to protect your eyes from cataracts
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Medical Center, Navicent Health wants to make sure you keep your eyes healthy by promoting cataract awareness. Your windows to the world might get a bit fuzzy if you're suffering from cataracts, which is the…
Umpire takes a swing at cancer
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - First responders are taking over the diamond at Luther Williams Field. They're participating in 'We Care Heating and Air's' charity softball tournament. When you meet Terry O'Rear, he's a kind, friendly man with a passion…
Dateline NBC revisits 2011 murder of Lauren Giddings
Dateline NBC'S Keith Morrison reports on the 2011 gruesome murder of Mercer Law School graduate, Lauren Giddings.
Otis Redding Foundation holds 11th annual music camp
Students are getting music lessons from the pros this summer in Macon.
Bittick leaves Monroe Co. sheriff post, Shackelford sworn in as interim
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Monroe County Sheriff's Office swore in Al Shackelford as Interim Sheriff Friday after the U.S. Senate confirmed former sheriff John Cary Bittick as a U.S. Marshal. Sheriff Shackelford will hold the office until a special…
Angie's List: Not all millennials reject home ownership
With home ownership at its lowest level since 1965, millennials figure heavily into that equation. But we see that not everyone from that generation is content just paying rent, and many have embraced home remodeling.
UPDATE: Passenger from Monroe Co. high-speed chase, identified
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - 41NBC News now knows the name of the passenger, who was left in critical condition, after a high-speed chase with deputies in Monroe County. The driver, 28-year-old Guadalupe A. Garcia, of Florida, is dead. Lois…
Woman died in back of Centerville police car after wrapping neck around seat belt
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - The GBI is investigating how a woman ended up choking herself to death, with a seatbelt, in the back of a Centerville police car. GBI Special Agent J.T. Ricketson says Ashley Montine Gaultney,31, was arrested…
Laurens Co. Sheriffs arrest man wanted for child molestation
LAURENS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - A man accused of child molestation in Laurens County has been caught. Laurens County Sheriff’s Office arrested Henry Fred Smith. He's charged with child molestation. 41NBC is awaiting details on the arrest.
Teen to spend 10 years in prison for Macon armed robbery
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon 19-year-old who used a gun to rob a man in a Home Depot parking lot will spend 10 years in prison without the possibility of parole, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s…
Former X-Mart employee sentenced for helping husband rob sex shop
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A former employee at Macon's X-Mart will spend the next six years in prison for helping her husband rob the sex shop where she worked in 2017, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office. Whitney…
Monroe Co. police chase, PIT maneuver leaves fleeing driver dead
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A police chase in Monroe County left the fleeing driver dead and his passenger in critical condition after a deputy tried stopping the car with a precision immobilization technique (PIT) maneuver Thursday afternoon, according to…
As HBO filming wraps, residents show excitement to see sets up close
If you've been in downtown Macon this week you may have noticed lights, camera and a whole lot of action taking place on portions of the city's street.
Police: Child dies after being found at bottom of Byron swimming pool
Byron, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Byron police are asking parents to be mindful of children around pools after a four-year-old died from complications of drowning at Byron home. They Byron Police Department says officers received a 911 call after adults found…
The truth behind multi-vitamins: You may do more harm than good taking them
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - If you're taking any vitamin or mineral supplements, you might be wasting your money. A new study found no helpful or harmful outcomes for people taking multi-vitamins. According to the study, there isn't any health…
Woman charged with giving suspect gun in deadly Circle K robbery
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A tip to Crimestoppers led Bibb County Deputies to the suspect involved a deadly armed robbery at the Circle K on Riverside Drive. 36-year-old India JqQuary Whitson is now facing charges in the investigation. She was…
Humidity rises as rain chances return to Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - The ridge of high pressure that has kept Middle Georgia dry this week will be shifting east, leading a rise in humidity and rain chances heading into the weekend. Temperatures will top out in the low…
Middle Georgia stays warm, with increased humidity through the week
Good Evening! The sun returned today and so did the heat as temperatures reached the 90's and upper 80's once again. It would appear 90's are here to stay for the next few days, but Thursday should say dry for…
Cars shot on Cochran Ave. in East Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that damaged several vehicles in East Macon. At least two cars on Cochran Ave. had bullet holes in windows. No one was hurt and no suspects are…
GOOD NEWS MIDDLE GEORGIA: Local girls earn highest honors from Girl Scouts
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Five girls from the middle Georgia area have received the highest award in girl scouting. The Gold award is given to girls in high school who demonstrate leadership by creating projects that impact the community. Ana…
Paid parking in Downtown Macon starts July 1
You'll soon have to pay to park in Downtown Macon. Parking meters are being installed in the next couple of weeks.
Restaurant Report Card: El Jalapeno Mexican Restaurant
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It's all about hospitality and good food at a new Mexican restaurant across from Robins Air Force Base. El Jalapeno opened up around April and is putting a priority on being fun and delicious! "I…
UPDATE: Inmate, who escaped, faces two new charges
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - 41NBC is learning more about the consequences two inmates are facing after escaping from Houston County Detention Center. Shane Joe Saip appeared in court Wednesday morning. He's facing two more charges. Records say he's being charged…
Lawsuit accuses former FVSU officer of making unwanted sexual advances
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A lawsuit filed in the Peach County Superior Court addresses the sexual assault claims against a former Fort Valley State University campus police officer. Attorney Teresa DiPonzio filed the lawsuit last month on behalf of…
Suicide prevention and bullying among topics at Upcoming Peach County Youth Summit
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A youth summit happening later this month is offering participants a chance to explore issues that affect their community. The Peach County Health Department is teaming up with Mount Olive CME church to put on…
Man sentenced to 20 years after stabbing woman multiple times
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The man who stabbed a woman in the face several times outside a home in Macon will spend seven years in prison. 39-year-old Emanuel Williams, Sr. was sentenced to a total of 20 years Tuesday afternoon…
Macon-Bibb County commission tables budget including 3.29 mil increase
The Macon-Bibb County commission decided to hold off on voting on an amended budget Tuesday night.
Tattnall star, pair of Mercer Bears taken on Day 2 of MLB Amateur Draft
Two Mercer Bears and a Tattnall Square Trojan were selected in the Major League Baseball amateur draft Tuesday.
Mother and two sons charged with dogfighting
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two Macon men and their mother are each facing eight counts of dogfighting, according to a list of indictments from the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office. Police say brothers Bruce Edward Davis, 36, and Felix…
Child molester gets more time in prison for video chatting with girl behind bars
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man serving time for child molestation is getting more time added to his sentence. Tuesday, 47-year-old Robert Gunn pleaded guilty to possession of a telecommunications device by a an inmate. He will serve an additional…
Cancer survivor makes illness her inspiration to go back to school
For Latoya Avery, Tuesday was more than just an opportunity to receive free services. It was reassurance that she is still beautiful.
Black remains on MWA district 1 ballot after board of elections vote
The Bibb County Board of Elections voted to allow Macon Water Authority District 1 candidate Dorothy Black to remain on the ballot.
NWS Survey: Storms on Sunday brought 90 mph winds to Monroe and Lamar Counties
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Severe storms in Middle Georgia caused widespread damage including trees down and uprooted. Tuesday, the National Weather Service in Peachtree City performed a damage survey and found that there were likely wind gusts of 90 mph, based…
15-hour hunt for escaped Houston Co. Detention Center inmate in custody
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - After nearly a 15 hour man-hunt for Shane Joe Saip, deputies say they finally have him in custody. Saip escaped from Houston County Detention Facility Monday night while taking out the trash with another inmate,…
Sheriff confident deputies followed protocol in Circle K robbery turned shooting
An armed robbery suspect is now a deceased victim after attempting to flee the scene of a crime he committed. The GBI has been called in to investigate.
Weekend storms cause a mess, including sinkhole
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - Thunderstorms rumbled through our area this weekend. Sunday's storms really made a mess. A street in Forsyth is closed after rain caused a two-lane road to cave in. Monroe County Emergency Management Director Matthew Perry, says…
Man sentenced to 15 years in X-Mart armed robbery
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The man who robbed the X-Mart in August of 2017 will serve 10 years behind bars. 31-year-old Russell Frost pleaded guilty to armed robbery. He was sentenced to a total of 15 years. The District Attorney’s…
New company takes over former HAECO hangar, brings 100 new jobs
An aircraft maintenance company is set to bring jobs in Macon this year.
BCSO investigating bomb threat at Bibb County Courthouse
Deputies with the sheriff's office are investigating a bomb threat at the Bibb County Court House earlier this morning. They're still looking for a suspect.
Golf tournament helps Middle Georgia students with scholarship money
Golf tournament helps Middle Georgia students with scholarship money