One dead and two injured in South Macon shooting
Investigators with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office are trying to get to the body of a deadly shooting that at a home on Ibex Street.
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Centerville Police find drugs and weapon during routine traffic stop
A Warner Robins man is behind bars after police in Centerville say they found several illegal drugs in his possession during a routine traffic stop.
All candidates, positions on May ballot in Macon-Bibb County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Almost 15 people qualified the week of March 5 for the eight positions that are up for election on May 22 in Macon-Bibb. Here's a list of the candidates and positions, according to the Secretary of…
Second Crawford Co. student charged in separate school shooting threat
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Crawford County High School Student is facing charges after threatening to shoot up the school Thursday, the second such case in a matter of weeks, according to police. The Crawford County Sheriff's Office says the…
Macon Bacon baseball team reveals team mascot: "Kevin"
The fans have spoken, and the Macon Bacon's mascot's name is Kevin. Get it?
GEICO raises more than $1 million for United Way of Central Georgia
Another year, another million dollar donation.
Perry leaders plan to move government offices
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The City of Perry is getting ready to move into a new City Hall. The city says its finalizing a deal to take over an area of Perry's Downtown Development District. It will include the properties…
Robbers use axe during store robbery in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for the two men who robbed Reliance Food Mart on Napier Avenue. It happened this morning around 4. Police say the suspects made the employees lay down on the…
Arrest made in Warner Robins gas station shooting
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is now facing charges following a shooting that happened at the Flash Foods on North Highway 247 in Warner Robins. Police say 31-year-old Dominic Haslem was involved in the incident that happened Sunday…
Dempsey Apartments under local management, UDA purchases building
The Urban Development Authority bought a historic hotel downtown.
Pedestrian identified in deadly Warner Robins crash
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - No charges have been filed after a pedestrian was hit and killed in Warner Robins. It happened Thursday night on Watson Boulevard near Austin Avenue. Police say Dylan Welch was driving in the inside lane…
Rain chances on the rise this weekend in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This weekend won't be a complete washout, but widespread rain is likely on one of the two days. Friday: High pressure over the southeast keeps the sky clear. Temperatures will climb into the low 60's in Middle…
Jacolbey Owens' three-pointer lifts Warner Robins to first state title
The Warner Robins boys basketball team finally has its state championship.
Family files lawsuit in Houston County bus crash investigation
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The family of 6-year-old Arlana Haynes have filed a lawsuit against the Houston County School District and one of its bus drivers, Shalita Harris. It's been nearly two months since the child died from injuries…
Bibb County Schools says gun not found at Ballard-Hudson Middle School
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County School District says a gun was not found at Ballard-Hudson Middle School Thursday. The district says an anonymous caller dialed 911 and said someone had been shot at the school located on Anthony…
Dog of The Week: Poncho and Pedro
Dog of The Week: Poncho and Pedro
Dog of The Week: Oden
Dog of The Week: Oden
Senator from Macon supports resolution to legalize marijuana state-wide
Slowly but surely states across the nation are beginning to warm up to the idea of legalizing marijuana--including one lawmaker from Macon.
Freeze Warning: Peach crops at risk in Middle Georgia
With temperatures dropping this week, farmers are at the edge of their seats.
Cat of the week: Timothy
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Dry weather and a warming trend heading into the weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The remainder of the work week and the first half of the weekend is looking quite nice with sunshine and mostly dry weather in the forecast. A ridge of high pressure will set up across the…
Another cold day on the way for Thursday
Good Evening! Hope everyone enjoyed the sunshine today, because it sticks around through the end of the week. We are also watching very cold air continue to build in from the north. Thursday: We start the day chilly here in…
Macon Chamber of Commerce finalizing deal for new building
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce is in the final stages of a lease agreement to move its operations into a building in downtown Macon. The chamber made the announcement Wednesday alongside the Macon-Bibb Industrial Authority,…
Man cut several times at Magnolia Court Hotel
A man was arrested Wednesday afternoon after cutting another man at a Macon hotel.
Man injured following shooting in East Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County deputies say a man accidentally shot himself in an attempt to stop two robbers. Deputies say 32-year-old Derrick Collins was sweeping a back porch at a home on Sunnydale Drive when two men walked…
North Carolina Tennis Coach sentenced in molestation case in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A North Carolina tennis coach accused of molesting a 15-year-old girl in Macon will spend 12 years in prison. 44-year-old Benjamin Swain was sentenced to 30 years following the incident that happened back in 2016. The…
Multiple guns found inside two schools in Warner Robins
Several students are facing charges after Warner Robins police say three weapons were found on school campuses this week.
Man shot in west Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man was shot while walking down the street in west Macon. Reports say that 24-year-old Deonte Bryant was walking on Hollingsworth Rd around 12:30 a.m., when someone shot him in the left leg. Bryant went…
Two weather systems cause roller coaster temperatures in Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Cooler and calmer weather can be expected through the remainder of the work week. A ridge of high pressure will set up across the southeast through Friday. It will usher in cooler air from the mid-west…
Rain is gone, but cold moves back into Middle Georgia
Good Evening! After a rainy day across Middle Georgia we are finally seeing clearing and much cooler temperatures. Overnight we will cool down into the 30's, but this is not the coldest day we will see for the rest of…
BCSO searching for suspects in West Macon shooting that left elderly woman in the hospital
Bibb deputies are still looking for suspects in the drive by shooting over the weekend left an elderly woman in the hospital.
Man shot in head, drives to Macon beauty store
A man was shot in the head in Macon Tuesday afternoon.
Local group says garbage 'tax' in Macon unfair
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Several Macon residents say new garbage fees due at the end of the month are not fair. The local National Action Network says garbage bills are putting some residents in Macon in financial jeopardy. Last fall, county…
Macon-Bibb Animal Welfare still needs to find 'furever' for cats, dogs
Macon-Bibb Animal Welfare was able to find homes for multiple cats and dogs last Friday during its Midnight Miracle Night.
With crime on the rise, District Attorney David Cooke has a plan for Macon's youth
The Sheriff's Office isn't the only entity looking for ways to reduce crime in Macon-Bibb. District Attorney David Cooke is also joining the effort.
Heavy rain in Middle Georgia Tuesday, sunnier days ahead
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A cold front is sweeping across the southeast again. Not only is it bringing rain, but it's also pulling cold air southward. TODAY: Light rain showers will enter Middle Georgia during the early morning hours. Heavier…
Warner Robins man charged for backing truck into two Centerville churches and more
A Warner Robins man is in custody and facing multiple felony charges for plowing his truck into several in Centerville early Monday morning.
Officials celebrate latest milestone in children's hospital construction
Navicent Health officials celebrated the hospital's latest milestone in the process of completing its $85 million children's hospital.
Community leaders unveil $1.6 million Mill Hill Arts Center in East Macon
Community Leaders cut the ribbon on a brand new $1.6 million community arts center in East Macon's historic Fort Hawkins neighborhood.
You're going to need an umbrella Tuesday
Good Evening! After a few showers in the area today, more rain is on the way for Tuesday. Beginning in the early morning hours moderate to heavy pockets of rain will begin moving into Middle Georgia. Rain will be hanging…
Police: Man shoved, robbed elderly man at Macon apartment
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb investigators are asking for the public's help identifying a man accused of robbing an 86-year-old at an apartment. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says a man approached Demille Dallas as Dallas was walking his dog…
Macon Bacon is hiring for first baseball season
The Macon Bacon needs employees for its inaugural season.
Macon-Bibb Commissioner among candidates to replace Allen Peake
It's the first day of qualifying for the May election and three candidates are already signed up to replace Representative Allen Peake.
Qualifying for Nonpartisan election in Macon-Bibb County begins
Monday begins day one of qualifying for candidates in Macon-Bibb county. 11 people signed up and are ready to go for this May's election.
What's Right With Our Schools: Midway Hills Primary's STEAM lab introduces kindergartners to Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math careers
Kindergartners in Baldwin County are learning about STEAM jobs.
Man shot at Warner Robins gas station
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man was shot outside of the Flash Foods on Hwy 247 in Warner Robins on Sunday. Police say that just after 2:30 a.m., 32-year-old Benjamin Jackson stopped to get gas when he was approached…
Two men injured in shooting outside Macon nightclub
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is recovering in the hospital after being shot in the arm outside of Club Sparks on Mercer University Dr. Just after 1:30 a.m. Monday, reports say that 27-year-old Tyree Singletary was breaking up a…
Next cold front arrives Tuesday, drops temperatures below average this week
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The ridge of high pressure that created beautiful, sunny skies and cooler high temperatures in Middle Georgia over the weekend will be pushed out of the way as a new system develops this week. A warm…
Woman shot in neck during car chase
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Police say a woman was shot in the neck, as the car she was riding in was being followed through west Macon. Sunday around 2:30 p.m., 30 year old Robert Revels was driving on Lilly Ave,…
Macon bar draws hundreds of partiers with 'silent disco'
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Hundreds of people partied to music inside a Macon bar Friday night but if you walked inside - you wouldn't hear any music! The company, Sound Off, held a silent disco at Reeboot Retrocade & Bar.…