Elderly woman found dead in her home declared homicide
An elderly Macon woman was found dead in her home off of Emery Highway on Bowman street in 'First Neighborhood'.
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Gov. Deal signs three criminal justice reform bills
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Three bills dealing with criminal justice reform are now law after receiving Gov. Deal's signature Tuesday morning. He signed the bills at the first annual Re-Entry Summit, in front of hundreds of Department of Justice Employees…
Hawkinsville couple wins $570,344 on game show "The Wall"
HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Hawkinsville couple is celebrating after winning more than half a million dollars on NBC's "The Wall". Ryan and Stephenie Starkey appeared on the game show's season two premiere Monday night. The two hosted a viewing…
Armed robber steals cash from Macon motel
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man who stole cash from a Macon motel Monday night. Investigators say the robber entered the Baymont Inn & Suites on Riverside Drive around 8 p.m. and…
Monday Evening Forecast
Tonight: Mostly Clear & Cool. Low: 53 Tomorrow: Sunny & Hot. High: 89 Tuesday Night: Mostly Clear & Mild. Low: 58 Wednesday: Mostly Sunny & Hot. High: 91 You can follow Chief Meteorologist Cecilia Reeves on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MeteorologistCeciliaReeves or twitter:…
Daybreak says 'goodbye' to director and 'hello' to biggest fundraiser yet
The Daybreak Center is saying a 'goodbye' to its beloved director but a 'hello' to its biggest fundraising goal reached yet.
Macon Beer Company looks to expand with new state law
A Macon brewery is happy about the recent passing of Georgia Senate Bill 85, which allows breweries to sell directly to customers. Macon Beer Company Owner Jeremy Knowles says it will help his business expand.
May is Stroke Awareness Month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The month of May is Stroke Awareness Month here in Macon. Mayor Robert Reichert proclaimed May as such during a brief ceremony at the Macon-Bibb County government center Monday afternoon. Dr. Matthew Smith, the Director of…
Missing Lamar County woman found dead
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Monroe County Sheriff's Office has found the body of a Lamar County woman who had gone missing over five days ago. 39-year-old Lori Williams went missing last week. The Georgia State Patrol Aviation Unit…
Man arrested for starting fight at Macon church
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office arrested a man for starting a fight at Greater Bellevue Baptist Church last week. After an investigation, 36-year-old Julian Coker was charged with enticing a riot. The fight happened during a…
Teen walks home after being shot in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A teen is recovering in the hospital after being shot Friday night. The 16-year-old told police he and a friend were walking around Robin Hood Road when he was shot in the chest. The teen walked…
Man shot, killed at Warner Robins apartment complex
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is dead after a shooting at an apartment complex in Warner Robins early Saturday morning. According to the Warner Robins Police Department, officers found 23-year-old Rashaan Brack lying in the parking lot at…
Food Truck Friday in Center Park at Centerville
Food Truck Friday in Center Park at Centerville
Local group protests healthcare repeal at Rep. Austin Scott's office
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A local group is upset about the controversial healthcare bill that was passed in the U.S. House of Representatives Thursday. Members of Georgia Women (And Those Who Stand with Us) protested outside of District 8…
Judge rules to keep Macon Health Club closed during litigation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -Macon Health Club members did not get the outcome they were hoping for Friday morning in court. They wanted an extension from the judge to re-open the health club for another 30 days. Navicent Health took over…
Middle Georgia Regional Airport to hold first 'open house' to the public
The Middle Georgia Regional Airport will open its gates to community members in its first ever open house on Saturday.
Bike Walk Macon to host first ever 'Jane's Walk'
Bike Walk Macon is bringing residents together step by step with 'Jane's Walk'. It's an initiative bringing light to community issues. It's happening in city's across the nation this weekend but this is it's debut in Macon.
Baldwin County school cancels 'wax museum' project that included controversial historical figures, including Hitler
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A fifth grade teacher at Blandy Hills Elementary School has canceled a "living wax museum" project after students were given the option of dressing as historical figures, one of which was Adolf Hitler. The project required…
The Mentors Project of Bibb County gives away sizable college scholarship money to graduates
The Mentors Project of Bibb County gives away sizable college scholarship money to graduates
Rant N' Rave: Grading the Falcons 2017 Draft
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Tucker and Bill are here this Wednesday for another edition of Rant N' Rave. This week, we dive into the Atlanta Falcons 2017 draft. Did they do well? Are their choices going to be winners or…
Hawkinsville couple to appear on NBC game show "The Wall"
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - NBC's game show, "The Wall" kicks off season two on Monday night and the first episode's contestants are no strangers to Middle Georgia. "'How much did we win?,'" said Ryan Starkey. That's the million dollar question…
Macon business owner calls Vineville 'International Speedway'
A Macon business owner says drivers are speeding up and down Vineville Avenue, and it's dangerous. Plus, it's affecting his customers. "Everybody's frustrated," said Jeff Button, owner of Off The Vine on Vineville Avenue, talking about drivers. "Like they have somewhere to be all the time."
'Love's' donates $2,000 to Boys & Girls Club of Central Georgia
Macon has a new place to go to get a cup of Joe and some great pizza. A new love's travel stop is off exit 153 on Sardis Church Road.
Houston County lawmakers discuss Georgia Fairgrounds funding
Rainy weather this morning didn't stop Houston county lawmakers from meeting to talk with residents about strides they made during the legislative session.
Macon residents observe National Day of Prayer
Thursday marks the 66th annual national day of prayer. Citizens across the U.S. celebrated 'the rally for our nation' including those in Macon.
Macon Mayhem offer championship win t-shirts, hats
The Macon Mayhem want everyone to help celebrate their huge win during the SPHL Finals, bringing home a championship trophy.
Drug raid in East Macon sends two men to jail
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Police arrested two men during a drug raid in Macon Wednesday. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office Gang Unit, Special Investigations Unit and SWAT Team were serving a search warrant at 1343 Payton Street. Chaderick Hoskins, 23,…
B.S. Report: The rise of the Re-Launching Pad in Atlanta
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - In the first 30 years of Braves baseball in Atlanta, the team played in Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium. It was one of the old round stadiums that was made for baseball and football. The stadium was sometimes…
Macon Health Club closes, members not happy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - "It's not something to be shut down lightly," said Dave Oedel. "As a member I feel disappointed, I feel that Navicent Health is making a very big mistake." He's a professor, lawyer, and a member at…
MDA locks people up in Macon for a good cause
Dozens of people in Macon were locked up in jail today, but for a good cause. The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) held their annual MDA lock up at the Library Ballroom.
Local fitness experts talk staying motivated year round
Remember that get fit resolution you may have made earlier in the year?
Downtown Macon restaurant receives history award
Historic Macon presented El Camino with an award for preserving Macon's history. The 2017 Preservation Award recognizes the downtown cantina-inspired restaurant for holding on to the floor and ceiling designs during renovations.
Macon-Bibb County Commissioners vote for "sexual orientation" and "gender identity" ordinance
Macon-Bibb County Commissioners vote for "sexual orientation" and "gender identity" ordinance
Man killed at Warner Robins intersection marks latest in series of accidents
A car hit and killed a man crossing near Knodishall Drive and Watson Boulevard in Warner Robins early Monday morning--one of many in the last 5 years.
Bibb deputies break up large fight at Macon church
A fight broke out at a Macon church Monday night at the Greater Bellevue Baptist Church. It happened during a meeting in which the congregation aimed to vote on who would lead the church.
Dublin uses audio tour and mobile app to spotlight rich history
Visit Dublin is putting a modern twist on capturing the city's place in history. The road to discovering Dublin's historic past now has a few stops along the way.
Montgomery Gentry to perform at Warner Robins Independence Day celebration
The city of Warner Robins is ready to let freedom ring with it's Independence Day celebration. Mayor Randy Toms announced that the country duo Montgomery Gentry will take the stage on June 30th.
Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle visits Macon, discusses bid for governor
Lt. Governor Casey Cagle announced he's running for Georgia Governor on Sunday and on Tuesday, he took the time to share his vision for Georgia during a tour of the South Macon-Bibb Recreation Center's construction site.
Crazy Bull owner: Club will stay open, pulls out of loan deal with NewTown Macon
Rick Hill, the owner of the popular downtown nightclub Crazy Bull, told 41NBC at this time he will not move forward with a loan agreement with NewTown Macon.
Robbers invade west Macon apartment, shoot man
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is recovering in the hospital after being shot during a robbery at his Macon apartment Monday night. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says 66-year-old Johnny Williams was at his Water Oak Apartment when three…
Residents voice concerns about city government
Residents voice concerns about city government
Georgia National Fairgrounds looks to add new livestock building
The Georgia National Fairgrounds is adding a new way to bring more visitors in. A new livestock building should add to what's already a busy place. "It doesn't matter if there's 100 people here or 10,000," said Agriculture and Youth Director Philip Gentry. "The energy is the same."
VIDEO: Armed robbery at Econo Lodge
he Bibb County Sheriff's Office needs your help in identifying a suspect involved in an armed robbery that happened over the weekend. On April, 29th, the suspect walked into the Econo Lodge on Riverside Drive, waved a handgun and jumped on the counter demanding money. After getting the money, he left just after 4:30 PM.
Man attempts to rob Cricket Wireless store in Macon
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating an attempted armed robbery that happened just before 11:30 AM Monday morning. According to deputies, a man walked into the Cricket Wireless Store on Shurling Drive and an employee saw he had a handgun. The employee ran out of the store and the man ran out too, fleeing the scene.
What's Right With Our Schools: RAFB workers teach students STEM
Robins Air Force Base employees are partnering with Huntington Middle School to teach students about STEM.
Macon beats Peoria 2-1, wins SPHL's President's Cup
In front of 3,784 fans at the Coliseum, the Mayhem beat the Peoria Rivermen 2-1 Sunday night in Game 2 of the league's best-of-three finals.
Museum of Aviation honors three new inductees
Georgia's Museum of Aviation honored three new inductees to its Hall of Fame this weekend. Elton D. Brooks, Richard Fortenberry and Sergeant Mike J. Ferros all joined the list of Georgia's aviation legends.
Gracious gardener ready for harvest after van and tools stolen from church parking lot
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - William Tony was told as a boy that there are two types of people in the world: givers and takers. The 66-year-old gardener at Centenary Methodist Church is a giver, but unfortunately on April 17 a…
Hundreds turn out for Relay for Life event
Hundreds turn out for Relay for Life event
Mayhem wins Game 1 of SPHL finals; Game 2 in Macon Sunday
The Macon Mayhem is a win away from winning the Southern Professional Hockey League's President's Cup.