Crawford Co. Sheriff responds to pet owner's accusation of investigators beheading his dog
A Crawford County man is mourning the loss of his dog after authorities were called to the home of a neighbor who was bitten by the dog.
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Bleckley Co. detention officer jailed for sexually assaulting inmate
BLECKLEY COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A former Bleckley County detention officer is out on bond after being arrested Monday for sexually assaulting a female inmate. 62-year-old David Strong, of Cochran, was placed on administrative leave in November after allegations he…
Macon Bacon announces local partners
The Macon Bacon is one step closer to playing ball with the help of its new sponsors.
Local organization receives grant to help transform South Macon community
The city of Macon is one step closer to becoming home of the first urban agrihood in the state. Tuesday, One South Community Development Corporation announced that a $500,000 grant will help make the agrihood a reality. Executive director Danny…
Woman robbed outside her South Macon home
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Deputies are looking for the suspects who robbed a woman outside her home this week. It happened Tuesday on Winston Drive in South Macon. That’s near Southwest High School. Deputies say the woman was…
Warner Robins City council passes panhandling ordinance
If you've ever been out shopping, you may have been approached once or twice by a person on the street asking for money.
Crawford Co. man says he was forced to behead dog after cop shot it dead
UPDATE: (12/5/2017): Crawford County Investigator James Hollis has been placed on administrative leave, according to the Bleckley County Sheriff's Office. CRAWFORD COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Crawford County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a man says he was forced to…
Bibb Co. Sheriff's Office takes gifts to holiday shop inside children's hospital
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office played the role of Santa Claus Monday, taking gifts and toys to the Beverly Knight Olson Children's Hospital, Navicent Health. The gifts are for the hospital's Holly Jolly Shoppe, which gives…
Graphic Packaging announces multi-million dollar investment
The Macon-Bibb Industrial Authority (MBCIA) announced its new $136 million investment with Graphic Packaging International Monday afternoon.
Post 1 candidates prepare for Tuesday's run-off election in Warner Robins
November may have determined results for Mayor, but who will claim Warner Robins post 1 city council seat is still up in the air.
BREAKING: GBI investigating officer involved shooting in Jasper County
GBI special agents are investigating an officer involved shooting in Jasper County at the request of the Jasper County Sheriff's Office.
Federal agent stops robbery at Macon hotel
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A federal agent with the military was able to thwart a would-be robber at a Macon hotel Sunday morning. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says that a suspect entered the Best Western Inn & Suites on…
Inmate briefly escapes custody while being transported
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -An inmate briefly escaped from the custody of the Bibb County Sheriff's Office Saturday night. Reports say that 30-year-old Sherrod Spivey was being transported from the Bibb County Sheriff's Detention Center to the Bibb County Law Enforcement…
Armed robbery at Family Dollar in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Warner Robins Police Department is looking for a suspect who robbed the Family Dollar on Elberta Rd in Warner Robins. Reports say that around 7 p.m. on Sunday, a man walked into the store…
Centerville Christmas Parade attracts people from all over Middle Georgia
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - People gathered along North Houston Lake Blvd., in Centerville on Saturday for the annual Christmas Parade. The parade was full of bright lights, Christmas music, and members of the community. Audrey Powell and her family came…
Peach County Schools will be closed December 8th
PEACH COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - All Peach County Schools will be closed Friday December 8th, so students can travel to the 2017 State Championship Football Game. The game starts at 1:00 p.m. The football team, band, and cheerleaders will travel…
Navicent Health has a $20,000,000 fundraising goal for new children's hospital
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -$20,000,000 is the fundraising goal for the new Beverly Knight Olson Children's Hospital. Hayley Vann, Development Officer for the Navicent Health Foundation, said Saturday's 25th annual Reindeer Run and Santa Stroll helped the foundation get closer to…
Road closures for Main Street Macon Christmas Parade
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is closing a few roads during the 2017 Main Street Macon Christmas Parade in downtown Macon Sunday. The parade starts at 3 p.m. in Cherry Street Plaza and travels up Cherry…
The End Zone: Scores from Week 16
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Road closures for Warner Robins Christmas Parade
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Warner Robins Police Department is closing several roads during the Warner Robins Christmas Parade on Saturday morning. Davis Drive and Watson Boulevard to Pleasant Hill Road will be shut down starting at 9:30 a.m.…
The Methodist Home has a new children's center opening
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Methodist Home will open a new children's center this summer. Eagle's Nest Children's Center had a ground breaking ceremony Friday morning. The new center will be twice as big as the current children's center. Lonnie Bivins,…
'Weeding out' the crime, negativity in Unionville
Part of the Unionville neighborhood got a much needed makeover Friday morning. It's all thanks to Bibb County jail inmates taking part in Weed out the Weed.
Bibb County had more than 400 bullying incidents last school year
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - According to the Georgia Department Education, there were more than 6,000 bullying incidents happened during the 2016-2017 school year. Jamie Cassady, Superintendent of Student Affairs for Bibb County, said the district is being more proactive about…
Bibb County Teacher charged with possession of child pornography
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Bibb County teacher accused of possessing child pornography is now on administrative leave with pay. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says Robert Smith was charged with sexual exploitation of children after deputies say they found…
Local health facility encourages HIV testing on World AIDS Day
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - December 1st is World AIDS Day. It's an opportunity to raise awareness on the illness and to remember the lives lost from the virus. The theme for this year's World Aids Day is “Increasing Impact through…
Homeowner shot in the legs during robbery attempt
Tennille, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man and the suspect authorities say tried to steal his car are expected to be okay following a shootout in Washington County. Tennille Police says the confrontation started after Kenneth Carter heard someone trying to…
The Macon Bacon unveil their team uniform and other clothing merchandise on 41NBC
The Macon Bacon unveil their team uniform and other clothing merchandise on 41NBC
Motel 6 robbed in West Macon Thursday morning
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man who robbed the Motel 6 on Harrison Road. According to a news release from the Sheriff's Office, a man wearing all black with his face covered…
Artist paints mural on the Macon Transit Authority's wall for his hometown
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Christopher Logan wanted to bring something new to the Macon Transit Authority (MTA) , that the community would appreciate. "When people are actually able to see themselves or see people that they know involved in some…
Fortified Technical Solutions is having a Children Financial & Technology Expo
Fortified Technical Solutions is having a Children Financial & Technology Expo
New Community Center opens in Kings Park neighborhood
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Kings Park residents and community members gathered for the ribbon cutting for the new Kings Park Community Center Thursday. Long time resident Tiffany Hughley says, "The old Kings Park is almost back." Tiffany is a mother…
Jones Co. woman aims to raise $250,000 toward special needs playground
A Jones county woman and her son are on a mission to make parks across the county more inclusive for children with special needs.
Grand Opera House receives grant to look into its history
A Georgia theatre is giving the Grand Opera House in Macon a more than $23,000 grant to dig deeper into its history.
The B.S. Report: Can Auburn beat Georgia twice in a row?
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Okay, so what does Georgia need to do to beat Auburn this weekend for the SEC Championship? Well, first let’s look at why they got beat on November 11th so badly. Auburn whipped Georgia on the…
Georgia Doom is bringing some people back to their stomping grounds
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - You'll soon hear "Tic Tic Doom" inside the Macon Coliseum. Georgia Doom is bringing a few people back home, like Dionte Dinkins. "I grew up on the Macon Knights, looked up to those guys. I've always wanted…
Monroe County deputies searching for suspects in store robbery
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is hoping surveillance video will help them find the three suspects who robbed a convenience store. This happened at the BP on Rumble Road Wednesday morning just after 1. Deputies say…
Healthcare experts encourage residents to sign up for coverages
Healthcare open enrollment is here and health experts encourage residents to sign up.
Attorney Forrest B. Johnson set to have yearly Holiday Gala & Toy Drive this Saturday
Attorney Forrest B. Johnson set to have yearly Holiday Gala & Toy Drive Saturday
Residents defend schools pending closure as officials near a decision
Community members showed up in high numbers on Tuesday night to defend the schools being considered for closures at an informational the district hosted.
Bibb Sheriff's Office: I-75 near Sardis Church Road exit 'dangerous'
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff deputies are trying to figure out why a part of Interstate-75 is the backdrop of a couple of deadly crashes. The latest accident happened on I-75 south right after the Sardis Church Road…
Keeping Organized: Purging your holiday decorations
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Holidays are a time to be festive, and to show that festiveness with a plethora of decorations covering your home from top to bottom. However, after a while, you may find yourself with a bit…
Macon-Bibb County suspends search for County Manager, names attorney interim manager
Macon-Bibb County appointed a new interim county manager Tuesday morning.
17-year old shot twice in robbery attempt in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff deputies are investigating after a teenager says he was shot twice while trying to smoke outside a South Macon apartment complex. 17-year-old Kedrick Young told deputies that he was shot outside the Autumn…
Students at Porter Elementary get an out of the world experience in and out of the classroom
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Fun is always in one classroom at Porter Elementary School, thanks to Jayne Gammons. "When I set up the room, I can sit back and watch. I'm the facilitator and they're driving their own learning. They're engaged,"…
Local store says holiday shopping weekend was a success
The holiday shopping season is here and continues with Cyber Monday. Black Friday kicked off the season, and Small Business Saturday followed.
Dog Of The Week: Sophie
Dog Of The Week: Sophie
Teenager charged with breaking into cars in South Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bond is now set for the teenager deputies say broke into a couple of cars last week in South Macon. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says it was responding to a call about a man looking…
Woman attacked while running in Milledgeville
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Milledgeville Police are looking for the man who attacked a woman while she was running at the Oconee River Greeway. Police say the incident happened Monday night before 6. The 22-year-old woman says she was able…
Warner Robins hosts annual Christmas tree lighting
It's officially 'almost Christmas' in Warner Robins. Residents came out to watch Mayor Toms turn on the lights to the city's Christmas Tree.
Fort Valley man killed in overnight crash
A person is dead after a fatal car accident on I-75.