Train Like A Champion: Learning the basics of tennis
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Ahead of the Olympic Games, 41NBC presents ‘Train Like a Champion,’ featuring local athletes who share the basics of their sport. 41NBC went…
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Middle Georgia lawmakers show support for VP Harris, warn of dangers of Project 2025
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) - Some Middle Georgia lawmakers are endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for president, saying that if former President…
Man dies at 27 from heat exposure at Middle Georgia prison, lawsuit says
ATLANTA (AP) — The Georgia sun scorched the slab of concrete beneath Juan Ramirez Bibiano’s body when nurses found him in a puddle of his own excrement, vomiting, according to a complaint. Officers left Ramirez in an outdoor cell at…
Man dead after car accident in Washington County
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is dead after a car accident on Thursday, according to the Washington County Sheriff's Office. According to Georgia State Patrol, troopers…
Fatal single-vehicle accident on I-75 southbound in Monroe County under investigation
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A person died in a single-vehicle accident Thursday morning on Interstate…
Wesleyan College reopens historic residence hall after nearly a decade
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Wesleyan College is reopening the historic Banks Residence Hall that's been closed for nearly a decade. Wesleyan College President Meaghan Blight was…
Georgia National Fair announces 35-hour flash ticket sale
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia National Fair is just a few month away. To celebrate its 35th anniversary, it's offering an exclusive 35-hour Flash Sale. For a…
Houston County Superintendent Dr. Mark Scott announces retirement, highlights major budget and salary increases
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In an emotional announcement during the Houston County School District Opening Ceremony on Wednesday, Superintendent Dr. Mark…
NewTown Macon celebrates opening of four new businesses
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Four new businesses have opened in downtown Macon, providing a boost to the local economy and creating new jobs. NewTown Macon, which supports and…
Train Like A Champion: Learning the basics of basketball
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Ahead of the Olympic Games, 41NBC presents ‘Train Like a Champion,’ featuring local athletes who share the basics of their sport. 41NBC went…
Wet evening ahead for Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Widespread storms are likely this evening and tonight. This Evening Storms began shortly after lunchtime and have become more widespread since. Expect thunderstorms to be prominent through the suppertime hours and into tonight for most…
UPDATE: Remains found in Monroe County believed to belong to Gabriella Dixon
UPDATE (7/24 - 4:15 p.m.) - The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says remains found Wednesday in a wooded area in Monroe County are "believed…
Deputies: Man arrested during burglary in progress in south Monroe County
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Monroe County Sheriff's Office deputies say they arrested a man during a burglary in progress in south Monroe County on…
Bibb County hosts orientation for more than 200 new teachers
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – More than 200 new Bibb County School District teachers attended orientation this week to learn the ins and outs of their new position. Superintendent Dr. Dan A. Sims says incentives, such as higher starting salaries to…
Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections enhances polling access ahead of November election
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections is addressing concerns to ensure easier access to the polls for November's election. Following…
Former Wilcox County teacher charged with 77 counts of sexual exploitation of children
WILCOX COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A former Wilcox County teacher and coach was arrested for sexual exploitation of children, according to a press…
Train Like A Champion: Learning the basics of boxing
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Ahead of the Olympic Games, 41NBC presents 'Train Like a Champion,' featuring local athletes who share the basics of their sport. 41NBC went…
Rain odds up this evening and tomorrow
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The stationary front camped over the southeast continues to bring storm chances to Georgia. This Evening What has been a below average but still hot and sticky afternoon with a good amount of sun will…
Georgia doctors, medical experts discuss impacts of abortion ban, rural healthcare
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Some Georgia doctors say certain new healthcare laws are causing a doctor shortage and that Georgia's healthcare system is feeling the negative impacts following the six-week abortion ban law went into effect two years ago. "It's…
Visit Macon to host first ever Bragg Brunch
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Visit Macon is hosting Bragg Brunch with live music and bottomless drinks. Lucy Hughes, Marketing and Creative Manager at Visit Macon, says this is…
Inmate dead at Macon State Prison, GDC investigating
OGLETHORPE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An inmate died at the Macon State Prison on Sunday, according to the Georgia Department of Corrections. The inmate has been identified as Shannon…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores July 15-19
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Here's this week's Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia's food service inspection scores from the Georgia Department of Public Health between Monday, July 15 and Friday, July 19, 2024. All scores of 69 and below (considered unsatisfactory…
College freshmen face unique challenges as new school year begins soon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As the summer winds down, incoming college freshman are preparing for a new chapter in life. While this is exciting for…
Perry man arrested for arson, more charges after Shoshone Circle fire
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man faces multiple charges in connection with a fire earlier this month. According to a Perry Police Department news release,…
Isolated storms possible this evening
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - While things have largely been calm rainwise this afternoon, isolated storms remain possible this evening and into tonight. This Evening Mostly cloudy skies will hang with Middle Georgia as isolated storms remain possible through the suppertime…
Macon Regional Crimestoppers seek help identifying suspects
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and discuss the word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media organizations,…
Middle Georgia reacts to President Biden dropping out of 2024 race
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Some Middle Georgia voters are reacting to the news of President Biden dropping out of the race and Vice President Kamala…
Bibb County Sheriff's Office investigating fatal weekend shooting on Napier Avenue
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal shooting that occured Saturday night, according to a media release. Deputies received a call to the Macon-Bibb E-911 Center just after 11:30 p.m. on July 20. 23-year-old…
UPDATE: Macon teen arrested in connection with fatal shooting at Lokchapee Landing
(UPDATE: 7/22) The Bibb County Sheriff's Office arrested 19-year-old Brian Latrell Colbert Jr. in connection with the death of 50-year-old Brian Matthew Brown, that occurred on…
Washington County Sheriff's Office holding raffle to support injured Deputy Gordon Alley
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Washington County Sheriff's Office announced Friday it's holding a raffle to support Deputy Gordon Alley, who was injured in a car accident while on duty and is now paralyzed below the waist. The raffle, which…
15th annual Back-to-School Bash supports Houston County students and parents
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Houston County students and parents have grown accustomed to preparing for the new school year at an annual back-to-school bash. “I…
Cooler but stormy weekend on deck
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Rain odds will remain high heading into the weekend, keeping high temperatures below average. This Evening Ongoing scattered storms will continue through the suppertime hours before…
Bibb County School District seeking steering committee members for school consolidation research
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County School District is trying to save money by potentially consolidating some schools. This upcoming school year may…
Bibb County Sheriff’s Office hosting school supplies giveaway Friday night
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is hosting a school supplies giveaway on Friday, July 19 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Outreach & Restorative Justice Center, located at 774 Hazel Street. The event, designed as…
Investigation underway after inmate dies at Wilcox State Prison
ABBEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) is investigating after an inmate death at Wilcox State Prison. According to GDC spokesperson Joan Heath, Arthur…
UPDATE: Full 2024 Georgia National Fair concert lineup released
UPDATE (7/19/24): The Georgia National Fair released the rest…
More clouds and storms Friday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A stalled out cold front will bring even more clouds and rain to Middle Georgia to end the week. This Evening Scattered storms are likely through the…
Milledgeville Police investigating two deaths on Roberts Street
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Milledgeville Police Department is investigating the deaths of two people found Thursday morning at a home on Roberts Street. Around 9:25 a.m., officers…
Bibb County School District approves body cameras, tasers for Campus Police
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County School District Campus Police Officers will be wearing body cameras and carrying tasers soon. Chief Curtis Adams is advocating…
Spencer Bentley Brooks guilty of murdering mother, setting Warner Robins home on fire
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – 32-year-old Spencer Bentley Brooks has been convicted of murdering his mother and setting her house on fire. The…
UPDATE: City of Eastman boil water advisory ends
UPDATE (7/18 - 10 a.m.) - The City of Eastman says the boil water advisory has been lifted. UPDATE (7/17 - 4:50 p.m.) - The City of Eastman…
New library annex opens inside Macon Mall
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Middle Georgia Regional Library has opened its newest branch: an annex inside the Macon Mall. The mall, located on Eisenhower Parkway, has become a…
Storm odds stay high as temperatures start to cool
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An incoming cold front will bring added cloud cover and rain chances, especially once it stalls out. This Evening Storms are again ongoing…
Macon-Bibb Commissioners look at plans to potentially revamp Lake Tobesokfee
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Plans to revamp Lake Tobesofkee may make the area a destination for more tourists. Macon-Bibb County Commissioners want to attract even…
Cashman's Pub wins second Super Spud Trophy after Downtown Macon French Fry Fight
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Cashman’s Pub has claimed the Super Spud Trophy for the second time, taking the most votes during last week's Downtown Macon French Fry Fight. Cashman's also won the competition in 2022. In a news release, NewTown…
Man arrested after customer dispute at Warner Robins Walmart
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — 28-year-old Quintorrius Hightower was taken into custody on Wednesday after a customer dispute at the Walmart located at 502 Booth Road in…
Police: Man turns himself in after 'domestic violence incident' leads to shooting in Byron
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man turned himself in after the Byron Police Department (BPD) says a domestic dispute on Monday resulted…
Former Macon-Bibb mayoral candidate Shekita Maxwell arrested after 'domestic disturbance' involving daughter
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Shekita Maxwell, a recent Macon-Bibb mayoral candidate, was arrested Tuesday night following a "domestic disturbance" involving her daughter last month.…
Coroner: Man dies in Byron house fire
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A house fire claimed the life of 53-year-old Matthew David Austin on Monday morning. According to Peach County Coroner Kerry Rooks, the fire started just…
Oregon fugitive who escaped from work detail in 1994 arrested in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An Oregon fugitive who escaped a work detail nearly 30 years ago was captured in Macon on Tuesday, where he…