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.
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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.
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.
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.