Bleckley Co. deputy shoots, kills suspect
A suspect is dead after being involved in a shooting with a Bleckley Co. Sheriff's Office deputy. Investigator Alan Watson with the Bleckley County Sheriff's Office says it happened on Highway 257.
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Keeping Organized: The Laundry Room
Professional organizer Andi Willis shows us ways to make your laundry room more functional.
Man arrested for impersonating a Monroe sheriff's deputy
A man is in jail in Monroe County for pretending to be a sheriff's deputy.
Georgia DNR enforcing "Operation Dry Water"
If you're taking the boat out this weekend, don't be under the influence. That's what the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Rangers are saying with this weekend's Operation Dry Water, intended to crack down on impaired boating.
Macon Charter Academy: 'School will remain open in August"
Leaders at Macon Charter Academy say the school will be open August. Board members met with concerned parents who were concerned MCA might shut down.
Local gym members increase fitness device, app usage
Is the fitness tracker just a trend, or it here to stay? A local fitness instructor talks about why exercise devices help her gym members accomplish their fitness goals.
UPDATE: Accused Macon murderer back in jail after fight
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The man accused of shooting and killing 34-year-old Tyrell Jordan Tuesday is back in jail. Frederick Johnson, 29, had his first court appearance Thursday. The Bibb County Sheriff's website doesn't show a bond amount for him. Johnson…
Irwinton native, NFL coach visits Children's Hospital, Navicent Health
Seattle Seahawks defensive line coach Travis Jones visited kids at the Children's Hospital, Navicent Health ahead of his 10th youth football camp.
Macon hospital steps up security measures after recent mass shootings
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Medical Center, Navicent Health is stepping up security measures after multiple mass shootings across the country. During Thursday's news conference to announce the new security initiative, hospital officials referenced Germany, Orlando and San Bernardino as examples…
United Way of Central Georgia announces new initiative to improve literacy
United Way of Central Georgia Announces New Initiative, Read United
Kathleen man wins 41NBC's Dad's Big Break contest
41NBC wants to send a special congratulations to Patrick West, the winner of this year's Dad's Big Break contest.
Macon gas station burglarized after clerk's death last week
The Macon gas station that was the scene of a murder last week was burglarized Thursday morning. Three people broke into the Sunoco Gas Station at 3306 Bloomfield Drive around 5:45 a.m.
Macon Water Authority warns residents about traffic delays
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon Water Authority (MWA) is warning residents that a water main break is going to cause some traffic delays over the next few hours on Mercer University Drive. The 8-inch water main break is along…
Museum of Aviation hosts Space and Rocketry Camp
The camp began on June 20th and lasts until June 24th.
Peach County Health Department wants tattoo shop rules and regulations
The Peach County Health Department wants to create a set of rules and regulations for tattoo and body piercing shops.
Navicent Health announces plans to build new Children's Hospital
MACON, Georgia- Plans are in the works to build a new Children's Hospital in Macon. Navicent Health announced it wants the project completed within the next three years. The current hospital was built in 1962, and it has outgrown the…
Bankruptcy judge: State and Bibb Board of Education can close Macon Charter Academy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Department of Education and the Bibb County School Board can move forward with Macon Charter Academy's termination process. Stephanie Hartley with the Bibb County School District said a judge ruled the bankruptcy proceeding was not…
Code Glow: Macon preschool explains lock down procedure
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Michigan woman was shocked to find her 3-year-old daughter standing on a toilet practicing a lock down drill she was taught as preschool. 41NBC's Alexa Rodriguez stopped by a Macon preschool Wednesday to see if local…
First Lady Sandra Deal helps kick-off the Georgia Food Bank Association's Summer Meals Program
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - First Lady Sandra Deal visited the Mulberry Street Market at Tattnall Square Park for the Summer Meals Kick-Off Event on Wednesday. The event gave community members an opportunity to see the effects that the Summer Meals…
Gov. Deal speaks about the importance of educating prison inmates before release
Over 8,000 inmates are enrolled annually in the Georgia Department of Corrections' educational programs.
North Carolina man arrested in Macon for child molestation
Bibb deputies arrested a North Carolina man for child molestation.
Teen arrested for June Hawkinsville murder
HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 17 year old has been arrested for the shooting death of Michael Mays. Mays was killed at his Hawkinsville home on June 6th, according to a news release from the GBI. Lance Pitts is charged…
GDOT unveils plans to improve Twiggs County highway intersection
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Twiggs County residents want to make the intersection of Highway 57 and Ridge Road safer. They don't like that drivers have to cross a divided highway from side streets. They said it's too dangerous. There have been…
Accused Monroe deputy killer to appear in court in July
Attorneys are trying to figure out if Christopher Calmer is mentally competent for a trial.
Macon State Prison corrections officer arrested for trafficking meth
A Macon State Prison corrections officer was arrested, accused of trafficking nearly 150 grams of meth.
Special "unboarding" ceremony held for historic home in Macon's Beall's Hill neighborhood
The Design House was originally built in the 1880's and began renovation of June of last year.
UPDATE: Man arrested in Macon apartment complex shooting
A man has been arrested for shooting 34-year-old Tyrell Jordan inside the Sandy Springs Apartments in the Bloomfield neighborhood.
Warner Robins mayor and council table Walmart decision
This means they neither denied or approved the retail giant's rezoning plan.
Georgia Supreme Court: Police cannot make traffic arrests outside their jurisdictions
The high court made the unanimous decision in favor of a Kennesaw State University student who was charged with driving under the influence 500-yards off campus.
Macon organizations trying to bring PACE to Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A few organizations in Macon-Bibb County are trying to bring PACE to Georgia. It's a charter school-like program that targets at-risk girls. District Attorney David Cooke is putting $150,000 in forfeited money from a civil lawsuit toward…
Middle Georgia farmers create co-op to get shoppers to buy local
Farmers in Sandersville and several growers around Middle Georgia put together a co-operative to help expand their brands, put more local foods in restaurants, and in markets and stores around the region.
Gordon residents try to get Mayor Whipple-Lue removed from office
Gordon Mayor Mary Ann Whipple-Lue on bench trial.
What's Right With Our Schools: "Dragons in Action" builds students' character
Students at Dames Ferry Elementary are getting life long lessons through the school's after school program.
Bibb deputies search for stolen truck and suspects involved
A pick up truck was stolen from the BigFoot PowerSports parking lot early Saturday morning.
Vigil planned for Macon gas station employee killed during robbery
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A vigil to honor a Macon gas station employee who was killed during a robbery over the weekend will be held this week. The public vigil will be at the Sunoco Gas Station at 3306 Bloomfield Drive Wednesday…
Man with gunshot wound treated at Macon hospital
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is looking for more information about a shooting that sent a man to the hospital early Saturday morning. Investigators found Carlos Roberts at the hospital. He was hit in his side…
Carolina Panther Charles Johnson returns to his hometown to host two-day summer camp
More than 1,100 aspiring young athletes crowded Hawkinsville High School on Friday to attend the Fifth Annual Charles Johnson Sports Academy.
Local community activist speaks out on gun violence awareness
Community activist speaks out on gun violence awareness.
Museum of Aviation hosts Food Truck Friday event
The Museum of Aviation hosts Food Truck Friday.
Georgia Department of Corrections holds job fair
The recruitment drive was held at the Georgia Department of Corrections headquarters in Forsyth.
New program pushes residents, business owners to 'CryWolf'
Warner Robins Police Department implements new false alarm program.
Macon attorney appeals contempt of court ruling to Georgia Supreme Court
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon attorney Veronica Brinson is appealing a judge's decision finding her in contempt of court to the state supreme court. A summary from the Georgia Supreme Court says Judge Howard Simms removed Brinson from a murder case…
Laurens Co. Sheriff's Office denies wrongdoing in David Hooks civil lawsuit
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Laurens County Sheriff's Office says it did nothing wrong the night David Hooks was shot and killed during a drug raid at his house. Hooks' wife, Teresa, filed a federal wrongful death lawsuit in April claiming…
Macon Charter Academy waits for bankruptcy hearing before taking school closure vote
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon Charter Academy has postponed a voted to keep the school open or close it down. MCA made the decision at its board meeting Wednesday night. Governing Board Member Ed Grant said they want to wait until…
Macon teens charged in theft related crimes
Three Macon teens charged with theft related in crimes.
Bibb Deputies search for BigFoot PowerSports burglary suspects
Surveillance video shows two suspects stealing money from BigFoot PowerSports Wednesday morning.
New $12.5 million Houston County stadium almost complete
The $12.5 million project will be home to two high school football teams.
New mobile MRI vehicle allows residents in rural areas to receive medical attention
Middle Georgians in rural areas are now able to seek medical attention from Navicent Health’s mobile MRI system.
Little Richard Penniman house to be moved, renovated for I-16/I-75 interchange construction
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Department of Transportation is moving and renovating the Little Richard Penniman house as part of its I-16/I-75 split fix. "Little Richard grew up in Pleasant Hill. He had at least 6 homes in a 3 block…
Miller-Motte Technical College now accepting students
Classes at the technical college located in Macon begin on July 13th.