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.
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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.…
Weekend looking dry and mild
Good Evening! We made it to Friday and honestly there is not much to talk about for the weekend. High pressure is going to be hanging out with us keeping things clear, with mild days and warm nights all weekend.…
Man arrested for stealing $10,000 in equipment from Macon shop
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is in jail after police say he stole $10,000 in equipment from a maintenance shop on Monday. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says it arrested 40-year-old David James Hartley stole a trailer from the…
Angie's List: Offseason Home Selling
If you’re planning to sell your home this year, you might want to hurry. That’s right, it could be easier to sell your home in the winter rather than the spring, summer or fall. One industry source says February is the best month to sell. Here’s more in today’s Angie’s List report
Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority wins "Best in Real Estate Award"
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority is being recognized following a record-breaking year. The organization received the Best in Real Estate Award for the Industrial Deal of the Year from the Atlanta Business Chronicle. It highlights the…
Cherry Blossom trees expected to bloom early this year
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - In about a week, you could start seeing Cherry Blossom Trees bloom. Unlike last year, we are expecting a full bloom from the Yoshino Cherry Trees in Macon this year, even a little earlier. This is…
Georgia Women Of Achievement Awards ceremony coming up soon
Georgia Women Of Achievement Awards ceremony coming up soon
Local Real Estate Agent feels confident about Middle Georgia home sales
Local Real Estate Agent feels confident about Middle Georgia home sales
The B.S. Report: Time for a change with UGA basketball
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Wednesday, the Georgia Bulldogs host Texas A&M, and they may win. The Aggies have struggled recently after sneaking into the Top 25 a couple of weeks ago. Even if Georgia wins, it should not change the…
Macon-Bibb County Animal Shelter holds Midnight Miracle, half off adoptions
The Macon-Bibb County Animal Welfare Shelter is over crowded.
Two arrested after body found in shed behind Byron home
The Peach County Sheriff's Office and Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) arrested two men in connection to a body being found in a shed.
Clouds clear and cool air moves south to Middle Georgia this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Cooler air is sinking south after a cold front brought showers and storms to Middle Georgia Thursday. Starting Friday, a strong high pressure system will set up over Iowa and Missouri. This system will bounce east…
March comes in like a lion and gives us a lamb of a weekend
Good Evening! Busy day of weather with windy conditions and record breaking heat! Safe to say March is coming in like a lion! Today: Warming ahead of the cold front combined with sunshine brought our temperatures to a 100 year…
GSP in Perry issue more than 550 tickets, almost 1000 warnings in Feb.
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - State Troopers from the Georgia State Patrol post in Perry issued more than 550 traffic citations in the month of February and also investigated 100 traffic crashes; two of which resulted in fatalities, GSP reported Thursday.…
Tattnall Square Academy celebrates alumna, 'The Voice' contestant Molly Stevens
A contestant on NBC's The Voice returned to her hometown of Macon Thursday afternoon. Tatnall Square Academy held a pep rally for alumna, Molly Stevens.
18-year-old man charged in 4 armed robberies
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An 18-year-old man is facing charges after authorities say he committed several robberies across two counties. Police say LiFranklin McMillan committed 4 robberies in 2 weeks in Laurens and Dodge counties. He is accused of using…
Cold front brings heavy rain and strong winds to Middle Georgia Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It's going to be a very wet day for much of the southeastern United States as a cold front moves from west to east. The frontal system will start to move into Georgia this afternoon bringing…
Some strong storms possible Thursday
Good Evening! A few showers are out across Middle Georgia this evening, but tomorrow will be the main day we expect to see storms before a cool down moves into the area. Thursday: AM- Scattered showers will continue across the…