Traffic stop leads to drug arrests
Two people were arrested on the drug charges after a traffic stop Thursday afternoon.
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Man with chrome handgun robs Macon Family Dollar
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating an armed robbery at the Family Dollar on Hill Crest Boulevard. The sheriff's office says a man with his face covered, entered the store around 10 p.m. Thursday night.…
Georgia Jug Festival is underway in Crawford County
Georgia Jug Festival is underway in Crawford County
Rant N' Rave: Can anyone stop the Cavs and Warriors?
Cavaliers and Warriors lead their respective conference championship series.
Warner Robins community gathers to Pray for Police
Warner Robins residents took a moment to pray for police outside of the Law Enforcement Center today. The event continues National Police Week. Church leaders said a prayer, and so did Mayor Randy Toms.
Macon-Bibb mayor encourages community to 'Bike to Work'
Macon-Bibb Mayor, Robert Reichert is promoting healthy living on two wheels. "You will find that you will feel better about yourself and the physical exercise that you get," said Mayor Reichert.
Bibb County Sheriff's Office, paramedics warn against dangers of 'Gray Death'
A new drug has already caused someone's death in Georgia, and there could be many more. It's how "Gray Death" is put together that worries law enforcement and paramedics.
Macon-Bibb cross walk safety mascots visit Cirrus Academy kindergartners
Macon-Bibb safety mascots Pedora and Peddy are making their rounds at schools across the county.
Bibb County SWAT joins 'carry the torch' for Special Olympics
The Race was on for Macon-Bibb's SWAT division Thursday morning--fighting through Highway 247's A.M. work traffic on foot.
Warner Robins murder suspect convicted
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-- A man charged in a 2014 fatal shooting at the Murphy Oil gas station on Booth Road in Warner Robins was convicted today of malice murder and felony murder. According to the Houston County district attorney’s…
Macon-Bibb County prepares to open pools for summer
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-- Public pools in Bibb County will open just before Memorial Day. Starting Friday, May 26 pools will be open Tuesday through Friday from 1pm-7pm and Saturdays from 10am-3pm. They will be closed on Sundays and Mondays. Public…
Fort Valley woman, 3 others sentenced in illegal check cashing scheme
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-- 39-year old Caseita Jenkins of Fort Valley will face 37 months in federal prison for her role in a check cashing scheme. She along with 38-year old Jennifer Wilson, 38-year old Tonyal Loud, and 26-year old Oceana…
Macon-Bibb Teen Health Center holds Block Party
Macon-Bibb Teen Health Center holds Block Party
Bibb County Sheriff's Department graduates 'CHAMPS'
The Bibb County Sheriff's Department graduated nearly 2,000 'CHAMPS' on Wednesday.
Auto shop does free repairs for families fighting cancer
The task of taking a car to get serviced just got a little easier for the parents of children with cancer. A local mechanic is cranking up their auto repairs--free of charge.
Priest blesses staff's hands at Coliseum Northside
Coliseum Northside is starting a new tradition for hospital staff. The hospital had a priest come in Wednesday morning to bless the staff's hands.
Dublin business collects items for West Mims firefighters
The West Mims fire is still spreading in South Georgia and more firefighters are being called in to help. A Dublin business also wants to lend a hand by sending items to these real-life heroes.
The B.S. Report: Life after Gonzalez
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Wednesday marked the one-year anniversary of Brian Snitker taking over as the manager of the Atlanta Braves. The team is 74-86 in the 160 games Snitker has managed. That’s two games shy of a full 162-game…
'Best Of Enemies' starring Taraji P. Henson set to film in Macon
'Best Of Enemies' starring Taraji P. Henson set to film in Macon
Solar power generation to come to Warner Robins
Leaders from all over Middle Georgia celebrated the beginning of a project that should save you money. Georgia Power and the Middle Georgia Clean Air Coalition are planning to build a solar power generation plant. It will be nearly 900 acres, and will cost about 200 million dollars.
Three men rob Warner Robins store at gunpoint
A Warner Robins convenience store was robbed at gunpoint Monday afternoon. Warner Robins police say three suspects, described to be black males, walked into Tobacco World with a gun and demanded money. They took it, then fled. No one was injured.
Forsyth's 'Lunch With A Cop' honors fallen officers across state
The country's celebrating National Police Week, and Monroe County wanted to join in. Forsyth Main Street hosted a lunch honoring fallen officers. It's close to their hearts for a special reason.
Georgia 2030 Tour aims to help rural counties grow
Middle Georgia county leaders gathered at the 2030 Georgia Tour to learn how to improve their workforce. CEO of the Georgia Chamber, Chris Clark presented a study if counties don't make any changes, and it got the attention of local leaders.
DA's office announces support of Crisis Line and Safe House expansion with $50,000
District Attorney David Cook announced this afternoon, his office's $50,000 commitment to the expansion of Crisis Line and Safe House's sexual assault program The money will go toward hiring a sexual assault nurse
Pedestrian Safety Review Board aims to start family fatality support group
Macon-Bibb's Pedestrian Safety Review Board is going beyond pedestrian safety. They want to provide a support group for families impacted by pedestrian deaths.
Two dead after head-on collision on Hwy 49 in Milledgeville
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A head-on collision on Highway 49 in Milledgeville left two people dead Sunday night. According to the Georgia State Patrol, a GMC Yukon carrying a family of six crossed over the middle lane and struck a…
'100 Black Men' to present award in honor of Macon leader
The 100 Black Men Macon-Middle Georgia Organization wants to highlight accomplishments in the community. They announced they're going to start giving out an annual award in honor of Sam Hart.
Baldwin County fire department assists in West Mims wildfire
Whether it's putting out a house fire, or trying to battle what is known to currently be the biggest wildfire in the country. One thing is for sure, fires are never the same. Baldwin County Fire Department's Billy Benzur would know. "The job of a firefighter is an intimidating job to begin with," Benzur said. "No one is ever the same. They're always different."
Macon Health Club members file federal discrimination complaint against Navicent Health
Just 15 days after the Macon Health Club's official close, 12 members of the health club have filed a complaint against Navicent Health Hospital.
Man dies in Dublin club shooting
A man died and two others were injured in a gun fight at a Dublin club early Sunday morning. It happened at One World Club on Industrial Boulevard.
What's Right With Our Schools: Crawford County Middle School uses incentive store as a motivational tool
Crawford County Middle School is using a motivational tool to build students' character.
B.S. Report: What to do with Bartolo Colon?
Macon, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - In two weeks, Bartolo Colon turns 44 years old. He’s been pitching so poorly some Braves fans might not want him to reach his 45th birthday. One of his latest performances was an embarrassing first inning…
Man robs Arby's at gunpoint in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Warner Robins Police Department is looking for a man who stole cash from an Arby's on Watson Boulevard. Investigators say the robber entered the restaurant around 10:45 Friday night. He carried a handgun and…
Shooting injures two outside Riverview Ballroom Club
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Two people were shot after an argument spilled out in the parking lot of a Macon club Saturday morning. Bibb deputies say someone fired shots in the parking lot of the Riverview Ballroom Club on Walnut…
UPDATE: Man shoots, kills daughter on Mother's Day in East Macon
An argument turned deadly inside a Macon home on Mother's Day Sunday. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 67-year-old Benny Bell began fighting with his 37-year-old daughter Demetrice around 3 a.m. inside their home on Lakeshore Avenue.
Milledgeville adds new company, new manufacturing jobs
More jobs are heading Milledgeville's way. Falcon Global Acquisitions is a private equity firm that bought the old Rheem manufacturing plant on Roberson Mill Road. "In a few months, this is going to be packed with people," said Falcon Global Acquisitions Managing Partner Louis Velazquez.
Macon Area Habitat partners with Lowe's on National Women Build Day project
This weekend may be all about mothers but Friday was about all women--women building that is.
Three teens arrested for eight armed robberies in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Three teens are in jail, charged with robbing eight Macon businesses over the course of a few weeks. Terrica Vinson, 19, Travon Howard, 18, and Deiondre Howard, 19, were taken into custody on Thursday. They are accused of…
Methodist Home tackling Georgia's foster parent shortage
May is Foster Care Awareness month -- bringing light to the growing number of Foster care children without homes. The Methodist Home in Macon is doing its part to address the high demand for Foster parents.
Stroke survivor wants to spread awareness
"I never thought it would happen to me," said Tony Brown. He worked as an orthopedic technologist and EMT for more almost thirty years."To go from being this big strong guy to literally," said Brown. "To being a person that literally can't get out of bed by himself without falling."
Warner Robins schools on lock down
Warner Robins schools are on lock down. Suspects spotted near school campus with possible gun.
Crossroads Cluster Dog Show underway
Crossroads Cluster Dog Show underway
Transition Academy to be housed in 'Cross Roads' alternative school facility, Parents outraged
Houston County School Officials addressed parents of special needs students about moving the district's special needs program to share a building with its alternative school.
Business owners graduate from Macon-Bibb Contractor Academy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -"The start up was not easy," said Angie Cline. She started her business, Central Computer Services from the ground up. "The community needed somebody to go to, and I wanted to be that somebody," said Cline. Three…
Two armed men rob Warner Robins dollar store
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Warner Robins Police Department is investigating an armed robbery at a Warner Robins dollar store Tuesday afternoon. Police say two men, armed with a handgun, entered the Family Dollar at 500 Elberta Road around 12:30…
Man in critical condition after motorcycle strikes stalled car on I-75
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is in critical condition after the motorcycle he was driving slammed into the back of a stalled car on I-75 Tuesday afternoon. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 25-year-old Perez Parker's car ran out…
Bibb County School District Superintendent gets a pay increase
Bibb County School District Superintendent gets a pay increase
Commissioner presents resolution to ban drinking at Rosa Parks Square
Many people in Macon-Bibb are still upset about the beer festival that was held at the Rosa Parks Square a couple weeks ago. They believe people shouldn't drink alcohol at a place meant to honor the "Mother of the Civil Rights movement".
Macon-Bibb mayor proposes to increase property tax
Mayor Robert Recheirt is thinking about increasing property sales tax. It's all in effort to balance out the county's budget. Mayor Reichert proposed $145 million for the general budget, which would $4 million more than the current budget.
First FDA approved ALS treatment in 22 years now available at Navicent Health
The FDA has approved the first new drug treatment to ALS since 1995 and it's available right here in Middle Georgia.