Murder Suspect Captured
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - 16 year old Aurie Mathis was arrested Friday afternoon for the murder of 41 year old James Robert Young Jr. On June 19th the two men were caught trying to steal a television by a resident.…
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B.S. Report: Braves at the trade deadline
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - We are a month away from the MLB trade deadline. The Braves are close to the .500 mark, so they may be in that in-between area of having to decide whether they will be buyers or…
M.A.D.D national president visits Macon, expresses support for ignition interlock devices
M.A.D.D moms aren't mad at all about the new ignition interlock devices that'll be available to first time DUI offenders come July 1st.
Law Enforcement say they'll be 'in full force' as 4th of July holiday approaches
If you've noticed an increased number of patrol vehicles on the road, it's no coincidence. Officers from agencies across the board are preparing for what they say is the most dangerous time to be on the road.
Lawmakers, Parents stepping forward to confront rampant opioid crisis
Medical professionals, parents, and legislators met at the Georgia State Capitol on Friday to discuss a nationwide epidemic they say has gone on too long. Tears filled the room as parents struggled to tell the stories of their children--who'd fallen victim to the rampant opioid crisis.
Bibb County investigators looking for suspect in ATM fraud
MACON, Georgia (41/WMGT) - Bibb County Sheriff's deputies are looking for a woman accused of committing ATM fraud. She used a man's card to take out money, using his pin number. While it's not all that common, it does happen.…
The Young Entrepreneurs Academy turns kids into Chief Executive Officers
The Young Entrepreneurs Academy turns kids into Chief Executive Officers
Fatal accident on Interstate 475 kills mother of two children
Fatal accident on Interstate 475 kills mother of two children
Warner Robins City Council approves 2018 budget
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Warner Robins City Council has finally come to a decision while on a tight deadline. Council members passed the 2018 budget in a 3-2 vote Thursday night. They needed to make a decision by…
Centerville Independence Day celebration cancelled
The City of Centerville's Independence Day is cancelled. It was supposed to happen at City Hall from 6PM to 9:30PM Thursday night, but it got rained out.
Stage set for Warner Robins Independence Day Celebration
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Preparations are complete for Friday's Warner Robins Independence Day Celebration. If you're planning on going, the Warner Robins Police Department wants to make sure you are safe. Here's a list of prohibited items: drones, glass…
Tubman Museum officials prepare for International Taste of Soul and other cool events
Tubman Museum officials prepare for International Taste of Soul and other cool events
Employees honor Macon-Bibb Parks and Recreation director, Reggie Moore
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - After eighteen years of dedication to Macon-Bibb Parks and Recreation, director Reggie Moore, is saying goodbye. Over the years Moore helped with renovations and construction of rec centers like Rosa Jackson, Frank Johnson' and South Bibb.…
Warner Robins Police looking for suspect in armed robbery
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Warner Robins Police Department is looking for a suspect who robbed a convenience store at gunpoint. It happened at Flash Foods at 1036 North Highway in Warner Robins around 2:30 AM on Wednesday. Police…
Macon-Bibb's Freedom Park to begin $2.5 million renovations next week
Macon-Bibb broke ground on construction for Freedom Park's baseball fields on Wednesday. Macon-Bibb Parks and Rec, County Commissioners and Vine-Ingle Baseball supporters said goodbye to the old dug out and dug in to the dirt over at Freedom Park.
First Presbyterian Football team tackles home improvement
Player's on the First Presbyterian Football team in Macon are tackling home improvement this summer. They out down their helmets and picked up paint brushes.
Macon Volunteer Clinic preparing for rise in uninsured Macon residents
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon Volunteer Clinic is planning on getting a lot busier if the proposed Senate healthcare bill passes. According to the Congressional Budget Office, the current proposal would leave more than 20 million people in the…
Campus Carry Bill Goes Into Effect July 1st
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - People will be able to carry concealed guns on public college campuses in Georgia starting July 1st. Georgia College and State University held a campus carry information session Wednesday for faculty and staff to help them…
The Bibb County Sheriff's office is offering free defensive driving classes for teenagers
The Bibb County Sheriff's office is offering free defensive driving classes for teenagers
Macon man arrested for Commercial Armed Robbery
Macon man arrested for Commercial Armed Robbery
GBI discovers two new types of fentanyl
CLEVELAND, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has discovered two new types of new fentanyl. They say acrylfentanyl and tetrahydrofuran are two synthetic opioids that had not yet been seen by the GBI. Officials say they can…
Limited driving permits available to first time DUI offenders beginning July
A new permit for first time D-U-I offenders to drive with ignition interlock devices will soon be available through the Georgia Department of Driver Services.
Warner Robins Independence Day Celebration
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The fourth annual Independence Day celebration will take off Friday in Warner Robins. There will be a concert and fireworks for everyone to enjoy. The celebration will be at McConell Talbert Stadium. The gates open…
New Navicent Children's Hospital named after Macon philanthropist
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon got its first look at the new Navicent Children's Hospital Tuesday morning. It'll be named after Beverly Knight Olson, who's helping donate $5 million to the hospital, along with the Knight Foundation. Olson's volunteered at…
Fire Department Has Firework Safety Tips
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - July 4th is around the corner and the Macon-Bibb Fire Department wants you to be safe. The fire department demonstrated how fireworks should be handled at a press conference Tuesday. Fire Chief Marvin Riggins said he…
Senior Citizen Center Coming Soon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A new senior citizen center will soon break ground in Central City Park. In a committee meeting Tuesday, commissioners approved the center being named after Commissioner Elaine Lucas. Commisioner Larry Schlesinger said Lucas worked hard on…
Byron Police investigate armed robbery at Raceway Gas Station
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Police in Byron are looking for the man who robbed the Raceway Gas Station at 237 North Highway 49, early Monday around 3 a.m. Investigators have surveillance photos that show the man pointing a gun toward the…
Pulaski County murder suspect arrested in Macon
Two men murdered in Pulaski County
Free defensive driving classes for teenagers
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Outreach Section is offering free defensive driving classes next month for teenagers. The classes are designed to help teens make good, sound decisions while driving, how to avoid distractions, and how to…
Dublin Woman One of the First to Receive New Pacemaker
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A new pacemaker is keeping a Dublin woman's heart rate on track. Shirley Henderson is one of the first people in the region to receive this new device. "It felt kind of strange at first." I…
Painted rocks building support for local business in Sandersville
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A unique idea by the Washington County Chamber of Commerce has people looking for painted rocks in support of local business. "It seemed like a good idea, it seems to work and looks fun," Penny Grice,…
More bike racks coming to Downtown Macon
Biking around Downtown Macon just got a lot easier. Bike Walk Macon is donating 12 bike racks to businesses, thanks to a downtown challenge grant. It helps fix a problem many people had trying to find a place to park their bike.
Toys "R" Us wants kids and families to get outside and have fun
Toys "R" Us wants kids and families to get outside and have fun
Boy hit by car on Maynard Street in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An 8-year-old boy is hit by a car and sent to the hospital with minor injuries. Deputies from the Bibb County Sheriff's Office say he ran out into the and was hit on Maynard Street around…
One dead in motorcycle accident on Highway 96
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A motorcycle accident left one man dead Friday night. Twiggs County coroner, Harold Reece, says it happened on Highway 96 near the Houston County line. We'll have more information as the story develops.
Macon-Bibb receives $1.5 million to stretch Second Street corridor Vision Block
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb County is receiving a $1.5 million grant from the State Road and Tollway Authority (SRTA) to expand the Second Street corridor Vision Block. A few years ago, Second Street from Cherry to Poplar Street, got…
Taraji P. Henson is coming back to Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBc/WMGT) - The Best of Enemies will be filming again at the Government Center. The movie crew has to finish some scenes. Chris Floore with Macon-Bibb County said movies filming in Macon is great for the city. "Our reputation…
Clinical Trials offered at Peyton Anderson Cancer Center
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - You don't have to travel far to participate in clinical trials. The Peyton Anderson Cancer Center in Macon received another national accreditation. The center received the accreditation from the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Doctor Paul…
Runner up Teacher of the Year inspires students to chase their dreams
MACON, Georgia (41-NBC/WMGT) - Runner up Teacher of the Year Dominique Nichols came by the 41-Today studio. The Bibb County School District teacher spoke about how he inspires the students he teaches. The 25 year old English teacher at Westside…
Veteran's remains, missing for nearly 70 years, returns home
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The remains of Wilcox County's only serviceman to be killed in the Korean War returned home Thursday. It's a reunion that took 67 years, from the time Cpl. Leslie Sutton was declared missing from North Korea.…
Baldwin County commissioners approve to financially help hospital
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A new stream of money is coming to Oconee Regional Medical Center. The Baldwin County Commissioners voted last week to pay the hospital $500,000 every year for 10 years. "I'm very excited, so I'm very pleased…
Teenager Continues Teammate's Legacy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Someone you wouldn't suspect was leading a girls basketball camp at Vineville United Methodist Church. Molly Lee, a 16 year old teenager, was the woman in charge. "I love basketball, I love being with kids, serving…
Commissioners approve $1.8 million for South Bibb Recreation Center additions
It's been a long time coming, but the brand new South Bibb Recreation Center is on the road to completion.
UPDATE: Boil water advisory in Hawkinsville lifted
HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The City of Hawkinsville has lifted its boil water advisory for Rawls Street Friday afternoon. Water tests from a third party laboratory came back with negative results, indicating the water is safe to use. Earlier, the…
Teenager killed in single car accident in Crawford County
A 16-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene, which happened early Wednesday morning.
Bibb County School District Superintendent believes students are reaching new heights
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Superintendent of the Bibb County School District, Dr. Curtis Jones Jr. stopped by the 41-Today news studio. He told us why he fills the Bibb County School District is moving in the right direction. You can…
Macon teen wanted for accidentally shooting, killing accomplice
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is searching for a teen in connection with a burglary that ended in a murder. 16-year-old Aurie Mathis is wanted for shooting 41-year-old James Robert Young Jr. The sheriff's office believes…
B.S. Report: The Hawks re-build starts with draft
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Atlanta Hawks have the 19th pick in Thursday’s first round of the NBA Draft. It’s not a pick that could transform the franchise, but it should be a good player. The Hawks have a new…
UPDATE: Man arrested in Milledgeville shooting
UPDATE 06282017: 22-year old OrLando Turrell Tatum turned himself in at the Baldwin County LEC around 10:00 p.m. Tuesday night. UPDATE: The Baldwin County Sheriff's Office has issued arrest warrants and charged 22-year old OrLando Turrell Tatum for…
Freedom Park Boxing Gym helps neighborhood kids build confidence
Gym Director James Hand says he's dedicated to helping keep kids out of the streets by getting them in the ring.