Ocmulgee National Monument Park Visitor's Center closed due to shutdown
The Ocmulgee Heritage Trail inside the national monument park was open on Monday but there wasn't a staff member on sight.
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Man shot at intersection in East Macon
Bibb County deputies are investigating a shooting that happened near the intersection of Emery Highway and Maynard Street just before 5:30 p.m.
BCSO warns residents to lock car doors after eight break-ins this weekend
Deputies made some arrests over the weekend but are looking for two more suspects they say are responsible for several cars break-ins in Macon.
Person shot during argument in West Macon
A man was shot while arguing with another man on Toole Drive in West Macon.
Medical Monday: Urologist Dr. John McGill stops by Daybreak
Medical Monday: Urologist Dr. John McGill stops by Daybreak
Police searching for missing man in Warner Robins
Warner Robins, GEORGIA (41NBC/WMGT) - Police in Warner Robins are asking for the public's help in locating a missing man. Brett Reek, 45, was last seen leaving on foot from a home on Vernon Drive. He was in town visiting…
Homicide at Barberito's in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Police in Warner Robins are investigating a homicide that took place during an apparent robbery at Barberito's in Warner Robins. Around 9:30 p.m. Sunday, police were called to Barberito's in reference to shots fired. When…
Attempted robbery at Dollar General on MLK Jr. Blvd in Macon
Deputies with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office are investigating an attempted robbery on Sunday at the Dollar General on MLK Jr. Blvd in Macon.
Pedestrian hit on Hopewell Road in West Bibb County
A traffic accident involving a pedestrian in Macon left one man in the hospital. Bibb deputies got the call around 10:00 pm Saturday night.
Two teens arrested for Macon neighborhood car break-ins
Bibb deputies have arrested two out of the four teens they believe were involved in several car break-ins in the Southfork neighborhood in Macon.
UPDATE: GBI identifies bodies found inside Macon County home
Two people in Oglethorpe were found dead at a home on Erie Street near State Route 49 South according to the Macon County Coroner.
Pedestrian struck by car while crossing Arkwright Rd. in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A woman is in stable condition after being struck by a car while she was crossing a road in north Macon Friday morning. Regina Mullins, 58, of Macon, was crossing Arkwright Road around 7:30 a.m. when…
Teenage female shot by man during argument in south Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An 18-year-old female is recovering after being shot during an argument with a man in south Macon Friday morning. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says Malikah Harris, of Macon, was shot in the leg at the…
Angie's List: Why radiant flooring is the hot trend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Getting “cold feet” before your wedding doesn’t happen in the literal sense, but getting them each morning after crawling out of a warm bed is annoying. If you’re tired of feeling that cold floor under your…
Man dies following wreck in East Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office believes a medical emergency caused the death of a log truck driver involved in an accident Friday in East Macon. It happened on Shurling Drive near St. Paul AME Church just…
Bibb County Board of Education moves forward with Brookdale Elementary closing plan
The Bibb County Board of Education is moving forward with its Five-Year Facilities Plan.
Need for new penny sales tax discussed at State of the Community Address
Macon-Bibb Mayor Robert Reichert took the podium Thursday morning to give the State of the Community Address among county leaders.
Weekend Weather: Warming Trend Continues
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures have been on a wild roller coaster ride this week. We started the week in the 50's, dropped to the mid-30's Wednesday, and now an upward trend begins. A ridge of high pressure is sitting…
Third Bibb County deputy suspended in sexual assault investigation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A third Bibb County deputy is suspended with pay as the Sheriff's Office investigates a woman's claim she was sexually assaulted by a deputy. Deputy Douglas Taylor allegedly refused to take in evidence from the victim…
Two men rob Marathon gas station in south Macon at gunpoint
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for two men who allegedly robbed a Macon gas station at gunpoint Thursday night. Investigators say the men entered the Marathon at 4504 Broadway around 7:45 p.m. One of…
Man shows up at Macon hospital with gunshot wound to hand
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is recovering after showing up at a Macon hospital with a gunshot wound to the hand Thursday night. 44-year-old Willie Gorman walked into Navicent Health around 5:15 p.m. with the gunshot wound after being…
How to keep your energy bill low with low temps outside
Low temps across Middle Georgia are causing people to crank up the heat inside their houses. Here are some tricks to avoid a high energy bill.
The B.S. Report: Bad coaching leads to Falcons loss
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Atlanta Falcons made it to the playoffs this season – one year after losing the Super Bowl. Not many losing Super Bowl teams return to the postseason the next season, but Atlanta did. And that’s…
Navicent reps say beware of icy patches on the ground
With some snow left on the ground, we've seen quite a bit of it turn to ice in Middle Georgia--the kind that could make way for some nasty slips and falls.
Man wanted in Warner Robins homicide
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Officers in Warner Robins are looking for Daniel Bruce Franz, II. He is wanted following the murder of Vincent D. Junior who died from a gunshot wound at the Tanglewood Apartments on January 13th. Officers…
Icy Roads Still A Threat in Middle Georgia Thursday Morning, Warm Weather Ahead
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Wednesday's winter storm brought over two inches of snow to some parts of Middle Georgia. Most of the snow melted in the afternoon as temperatures rose slightly above freezing. However, clear skies lead to maximum cooling…
Details on the fatal I-75 crash that killed two people in Bibb County
Unfortunately, the snow day wreaked havoc on highways across Middle Georgia causing several accidents but only one accident cost two men their lives.
Bibb County Schools closed Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County School District will remain closed for a second day because of the winter weather. Officials say they made the decision after talking with the Macon-Bibb County government, the Sheriff's office, and the National…
List of Government Offices Closed Wednesday
Government Offices closed for Wednesday, January 17th: Macon-Bibb County: Offices closed Wednesday, reopens at 11:00am Thursday Jones County: Offices closed Wednesday, except for emergency staff Warner Robins: Government offices closed Wednesday. Only essential personnel should report Baldwin County: Business and…
Updated Snowfall Totals Across Middle Georgia Wednesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The following is a list of unofficial snowfall totals taken Wednesday morning in Middle Georgia, provided by the National Weather Service in Peachtree City. Baldwin County: 0.90 inch reported in Milledgeville. Bibb County: 1.00 inch reported…
Two people dead following an accident near Hartley Bridge Road
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two people are dead following a wreck on I-75N in Macon. Witnesses told Bibb County deputies that a man was standing outside of a black 2000 Honda Accord in the emergency lane on the left side…
Car accident causes delays on I-16/I-75 interstate exchange
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Expect delays if you're traveling on I-16W toward the I-75N/I-75S split in Macon. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says a car accident is causing a traffic jam. The accident happened in the southbound lane of I-75S.…
Dozens of wrecks in Monroe County due to weather conditions
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - If you are traveling north toward Forsyth, Monroe County Emergency Services are urging drivers to be careful. There have been at least 15 wrecks on Wednesday morning. Captain Cook with Monroe County Emergency Services says…
Burglars steal nearly $20,000 worth of hair from local hair salon
The owners of a local hair store are calling on the community to step up and protect small businesses after a break-in to their shop.
Monroe County patient population increasing since year after almost closing
The Monroe County Hospital's patient population has doubled. Despite nearly closing a year ago, the hospital seems to be getting back on its feet.
Update: Case against murder suspect moves forward
Update: Grand jurors returned an indictment this week for 19-year-old Wesley Jamison Holt. He is accused of being associated with the Mafia street gang when authorities say he shot and killed 16-year-old Jayvon Sherman. Sherman was found dead outside the old…
Winter weather on the way
Good Evening, Hope everyone enjoyed our 50 degree day across Middle Georgia, because that will quickly be coming to an end. An arctic front is on the way and you can see from our hourly forecast that as the temperatures…
Deputies searching for 4th suspect in Butts County homicide
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Authorities are offering a $2,000 reward to anyone that can identify the suspect who is on the run following a homicide in Butts County. The Sheriff's Office says a man was shot and killed while trying…
Sorority celebrates MLK Day by giving back
The ladies of the Epsilon Omega Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated took some time to help people in need during the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday. President Brenda Youmas says this is one of the many ways…
Keeping Organized: The Bedroom
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A lot of people may have one of the most organized closets in the history of the world, but if you look into their bedroom, you'll find something that resembles a demolition site post demolition rather…
Models Show Increasing Confidence for Snowfall in Middle Georgia Overnight
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The 41First Alert Storm Team has been monitoring the approaching cold front very closely, as it has the potential to produce light snow showers across Middle Georgia overnight. Tuesday morning, the forecasting models were more on…
Witness details incident of child hit by car on Evergreen Drive
A neighbor who witnessed a 12 year-old boy get hit by a car shared details of what happened that Monday morning. He says the accident could've been avoided.
Residents inspired by MLK Jazz Concert acts at Grand Opera House
The celebration for Martin Luther King Day continued into Monday evening with a Jazz Concert at the Grand Opera House in Macon.
Macon-Bibb County residents march for Martin Luther King Jr.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Monday, our country remembered, honored and celebrated a leader in the civil rights movement - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Macon-Bibb County residents honored him with the annual memorial march. Hundreds of people took the celebration…
Incoming snow possible, but very cold air definite
Good Evening Middle Georgia! Well, it has been a beautiful day across Middle Georgia, but much of the focus has been on the chance of snow Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning. So, we will get right to it! Tomorrow will…
Child hit by car in South Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 12-year-old boy is recovering after he was hit by a car while riding a bicycle in South Macon Monday morning. Bibb County deputies say the child was riding down a hill and did not stop…
Man hospitalized after being shot
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that took place near the Pendleton Homes neighborhood Sunday. Reports say around 9:30 p.m., 32-year-old Travis Sentell Lewis parked his car in a nearby parking lot before…
Cold Week Ahead with a Chance for Snow in Middle Georgia Tuesday Night
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Another front is sweeping across the country this week, bringing a blast of cold air that's overlapping moisture and creating snow showers. Monday morning, snow was visible on radar from Kansas to eastern Kentucky and Ohio.…
Authorities investigating body found in East Macon house fire
A body found after what authorities are calling a 'suspicious' house fire now has them questioning whether the fire was to blame for the victim's death.
Deputies investigating Monroe County man found dead in his front yard
Investigators in Monroe County are trying to figure out how a man wound up dead in his front yard. They believe his death may have been at his own hands.