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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
You'll soon have to pay to park in Downtown Macon. Parking meters are being installed in the next couple of weeks.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
The Macon-Bibb County commission decided to hold off on voting on an amended budget Tuesday night.
Two Mercer Bears and a Tattnall Square Trojan were selected in the Major League Baseball amateur draft Tuesday.
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…
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…
For Latoya Avery, Tuesday was more than just an opportunity to receive free services. It was reassurance that she is still beautiful.
The Bibb County Board of Elections voted to allow Macon Water Authority District 1 candidate Dorothy Black to remain on the ballot.
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…
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,…
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.
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…
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…
An aircraft maintenance company is set to bring jobs in Macon this year.
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
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A new report by Triple A lists Warner Robins as one of the cities in Georgia with the cheapest gas. The average price for gas in Warner Robins is $2.68. It’s a cent higher than…
Middle Georgia State University president Dr. Christopher Blake is the new chair of the Southern States Athletic Conference (SSAC) Board of Presidents.
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - Showers and storms that rolled through Middle Georgia Sunday night were associated with a cold front that will help push tropical moisture out of the southeast this week. Following the cold front is a ridge of…
Two women are facing multiple charges for credit card fraud in Macon. One of the suspects was a former employee at Margarita's Mexican restaurant.
Bibb County deputies shot and killed a man they say robbed a Macon convenience store late Saturday night. No one else was injured during the robbery.
A sellout crowd witnessed the Macon Bacon beat the Lexington County Blowfish 8-4 Friday night in the Bacon's home opener at historic Luther Williams Field.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - A Bibb County School teacher is facing charges of cruelty to children. A mother is accusing Dr. Jessica Stevens of grabbing her son's arm aggressively and then telling the child, "Get your a** out of my classroom!"…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - A local family continues getting national attention. The Brill family is trying to get their 15-year-old son back from Division of Family and Children Services. This comes after admitting to giving him marijuana to help with…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Expect delays in downtown Macon next week as crews start filming the pilot for a new HBO show. Crews are shooting ‘Brooklyn’ in Macon until June 7th. Scenes from the police police drama are taking place…
Over 1 million babies and young children are injured at home each year. Accidents happen, but a lot of them can be prevented if proper childproofing measures are taken. Hiring a professional to baby-proof your home is well worth the investment.
MACON, Georgia. (41NBC/WMGT) - The first day of June is going to be a hot one in Middle Georgia. High temperatures will be in the low 90's, though it will feel even hotter (closer to 100) due to high humidity.…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Deputies are looking for a pair of suspects, after an armed robbery at the Murphy USA Gas Station on Gray Hwy. Reports say the suspects entered the store wearing masks over their faces, and…
The Macon Bacon's offense sizzled their way to a 10-6 win over the Savannah Bananas Thursday night at Grayson Stadium.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County school officials broke ground at the new combined campus of Northeast High School and Appling Middle School Wednesday morning. Construction has already begun for the Northeast High School part of the campus, which is…
How far would you go to make sure your child is getting the treatment they need for an illness? A family in Twiggs County was willing to break the law.
JACKSON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - Earlier this week, two teenagers were rescued at High Falls State Park. As a result, the Department of Natural Resources is looking into possible charges against the teens. Lieutenant Lawson Bittick with Monroe County Sheriff's…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Christmas Light Extravaganza that lit up downtown Macon during the winter is coming back for a second year, the Community Foundation of Central Georgia announced Thursday as part of its fifth round of Downtown Challenge…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - A new Family Dollar is coming to Macon. The grand-opening kicks off next Thursday. The event will include giveaways and prizes of reusable shopping bags, cookies and a gift basket raffle. There will also be…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Twiggs County couple who say they gave their teenage son marijuana to help with his seizures were arrested for reckless conduct and lost custody of their son, according to an incident report. Suzeanna Brill, 38,…
Macon Bacon are ready to "Play Ball"
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - The Georgia Department of Labor released a new study stating the unemployment rate fell significantly in April. At the same time, the labor force and number of employed residents dropped. Many of the indicators over…