Kemp signs agriculture bills, tax relief measures into law
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Gov. Brian Kemp signed nearly a dozen agricultural bills and resolutions into law Wednesday, covering a wide range of issues affecting Georgia's…
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Macon-Bibb celebrates 14 years as age-friendly community
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Macon-Bibb County is marking 14 years as the first community in the nation to be designated age-friendly by AARP and the World Health Organization. The 14th annual Age-Friendly Community Celebration was held at the Macon Mall Wednesday,…
Kemp signs public safety, law enforcement bills in Georgia
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed several bills Wednesday supporting law enforcement. One of those is House Bill 1128, which allows for a one-time…
Warner Robins woman sentenced in Cru Nightclub shooting
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Warner Robins woman has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after being convicted in a 2024 nightclub shooting, according to the Houston County District Attorney’s Office. Prosecutors say 26-year-old Katlyn Cammile Green was…
Strong to severe storms possible overnight tonight and tomorrow
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A slow moving incoming cold front will bring thunderstorms to Middle Georgia tonight and much of tomorrow with the possibility that a few may be severe. This Evening There’s been a lot of sunshine today and…
National Day of Prayer events planned in Macon and Warner Robins
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Communities in Middle Georgia are preparing to observe the 75th Annual National Day of Prayer with events scheduled in both Macon and Warner Robins. In Macon, a noon service will be held on May 7th at Rosa…
GBI: Two men arrested after shooting at McRae-Helena block party
MCRAE-HELENA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two men have been arrested in connection with a shooting at a block party in McRae-Helena that injured two people, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. 23-year-old Jermaine Lamont Robinson of McRae-Helena and 24-year-old Xavier…
GEORGIA BUSINESS FOCUS: Tax refunds, Macon film production lead business headlines
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - We have the latest on what’s driving economic growth across the state in this week's Georgia Business Focus: Georgia Chamber and…
Beyond Pink Ribbons hosting breast cancer support walk in Wrightsville
WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Wrightsville cancer survivor is turning her personal experience with breast cancer into community support through a new walk aimed at helping…
U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock secures $1.1M in Hurricane Helene recovery funds for the City of Soperton
SOPERTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The City of Soperton will receive more than $1.1 million in federal disaster relief funding to help cover costs from Hurricane Helene. U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock announced Wednesday he secured $1,122,112.83 for the City of Soperton. …
Semi-truck crash causes train derailment in Monroe County
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A semi-truck overturned and caused a train car to derail early Wednesday morning in Monroe County, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies were dispatched around 3 a.m. to Highway 83 North at Berner…
Inmate convicted in deadly Baldwin State Prison stabbing
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Baldwin County jury has convicted a state prison inmate of murder in connection with the fatal stabbing of another inmate. The Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office says Traquan Rashad Bangs was found guilty of…
Macon attorney arrested in Bibb County Jail drug case
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 60-year-old attorney has been arrested after investigators say drugs were brought into the Bibb County Jail. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, the investigation began after corrections deputies found documents inside an envelope that…
Piedmont Macon explains stroke warning signs and risks
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Piedmont Macon says recognizing the warning signs of a stroke and acting quickly can save lives. Monica Cook, stroke manager at Piedmont Macon, says…
Bibb County Schools announces 2026 valedictorians and salutatorians
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County School District is recognizing its top academic performers, announcing valedictorians and salutatorians for the Class of 2026 across its high schools. District leaders say the students earned the honors through academic achievement, leadership…
Deputies report increase in police impersonation scams in Houston County
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Houston County Sheriff’s office says it's seeing an increase in police scam calls and text, making demands and threatening arrest. …
Deputies: Man charged after crashing into bank, driving away in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man is facing DUI and hit-and-run charges after deputies say he crashed into a bank while trying to use an ATM and then drove away. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, it happened Saturday,…
Bibb County Schools honors students committing to military service
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bibb County Schools held a military signing celebration Tuesday, honoring high school graduates who have committed to enlisting in the United States…
What led to the deadly I-75 crash in Monroe County
UPDATE: The Monroe County Sheriff's Office says the car involved in Tuesday's pursuit was stolen out of Orange County, Florida. Deputies say they are working with the Orange County Sheriff's Office to determine identification. ORIGINAL STORY: FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Two…
Warner Robins man sentenced after crashing stolen Humvee into Army building
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A Warner Robins man will spend nearly three years in federal prison after investigators say he stole a military vehicle and drove it into an Army headquarters building. Treamon Dominic Lacy, 42, was sentenced to 33…
Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspections April 27-May 1
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This week's Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public…
17-year-old charged after crashing into Bibb County home
JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 17-year-old driver is facing charges after deputies say he fled a traffic stop and crashed into a home in Bibb County. According…
GSP: Head-on crash in Laurens County leaves three dead
EAST DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Three people were killed in a head-on crash late Sunday night in Laurens County, according to the Georgia State Patrol. Troopers say…
Students evacuated after bomb threat at Warner Robins High School
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Students and staff were evacuated from Warner Robins High School after a reported bomb threat, according to the Houston County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Matt Moulton told 41NBC it happened Monday at around 1:45 p.m. In…
Lifeguard shortage could impact pools in Macon-Bibb this summer
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Summer break is just weeks away for several Bibb County residents, but their swim time may be cut short due to the lack…
Mostly sunny and seasonal Tuesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It’ll be a bit warmer Tuesday afternoon as overhead skies remain mostly sunny. This Evening A mostly sunny afternoon will become a clear and cool night as most spots around Middle Georgia should drop into the…
RECALL WATCH LIST: Frozen pizzas, beverage mixes, infant formula and household items pulled over safety concerns
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - From children’s toys to household products, officials are warning about hidden dangers that have already led…
Georgia lawmaker warns of risks after voting rights ruling
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-A Georgia lawmaker is warning of potential risks to fair representation following a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision affecting voting rights protections, as state leaders signal changes to congressional maps may still be ahead. State Rep. Floyd Griffin…
Crime Stoppers seeks man wanted for cruelty to children in Houston County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon Regional Crime Stoppers is spotlighting five individuals wanted by law enforcement agencies across Middle Georgia as part of its…
Brother charged with murder in Macon shooting on High Oak Drive
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A man has been charged with murder after deputies say he shot and killed his brother during a domestic dispute on High Oak Drive. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, 46-year-old Roderick Thomas is accused of…
Houston County school district launches new career academy
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Friday The Houston County school district held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Houston stem & Career academy. The new academy will be designed to prepare students for future workforce opportunities…
Lt. Gov. Burt Jones backs gas tax extension, weighs in on redistricting debate
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - As gas prices continue to climb across the country, Georgia leaders are considering whether to extend relief at the…
Man sentenced after resisting arrest at Central Georgia Technical College
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 23-year-old man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges tied to an incident involving campus…
Heaviest rain yet this week expected to begin the weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An incoming area of low pressure and the associated fronts will bring plenty of rain to Middle Georgia overnight tonight and much of Saturday. This Evening Isolated showers activity has been ongoing for awhile around Middle…
Macon man sentenced to 40 years for setting woman on fire
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Bibb County man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison after a jury found him guilty of setting his…
'It has been a process': S&S Cafeteria reopens Riverside Drive location after nearly two years following fire
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - S&S Cafeteria on Riverside Drive in Macon is serving customers once again after being closed since September 2024 due to…
Jones County man charged, accused of setting woman on fire
JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Jones County man has been charged with aggravated assault after investigators say he set a woman on fire during a domestic incident in April, according to the Jones County Sheriff’s Office. The incident occurred…
Driver killed in single-vehicle Twiggs County crash
TWIGGS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A driver was killed in a single-vehicle crash in Twiggs County on Friday morning, according to the Georgia State Patrol. Troopers responded to the…
Centerville man pleads guilty to murder, sentenced to life in prison
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Centerville man pleaded guilty to murder and was sentenced to life in prison, according to the Houston County District Attorney’s Office. 39-year-old Dru Adam Eggebrecht pleaded guilty to murder on April 30, 2026. He was…
Inmate convicted of murder in Hancock State Prison stabbing
HANCOCK COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A jury has convicted a prison inmate of murder in connection with a stabbing death inside Hancock State Prison, according to prosecutors.…
Justice Department reaches $750K settlement in Fort Valley housing discrimination case
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The U.S. Department of Justice has reached a $750,000 settlement with multiple property management companies over allegations of disability discrimination…
Rain odds climb again for the final day of the week
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - More rain is likely as the calendar flips from April to May as a warm front and area of low pressure move into Georgia. This Evening Mostly cloudy skies will become overcast tonight as isolated showers…
Georgia lawmakers push AI safety bill focused on children and mental health
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia lawmakers are looking to put new limits on artificial intelligence, especially when it comes to children and young adults.…
UPDATE: Warner Robins woman arrested after Forsyth hit-and-run
UPDATE: Forsyth Police have made an arrest in connection with a hit-and-run Thursday morning. According to an update from police, officers responded to Union Hill Apartments on Union…
Warner Robins VFW collects donations for South Georgia fire victims
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Victims of the South Georgia fire victims are still in need, so the Warner Robins VFW post members and citizens have…
UPDATE: GSP identifies driver who died in Taylor County motorcycle crash
UPDATE: Georgia State Patrol has identified the motorcyclist who died in a crash in Taylor County Wednesday. In response to a 41NBC inquiry, GSP said troopers were dispatched to the…
UPDATE: All 13 suspects in custody in Bibb County RICO case
UPDATE (4/30): Bibb County deputies say Kendall was taken into custody by U.S. Marshals. All suspects are now in custody. UPDATE (4/30): Bibb County deputies say 32-year-old Tishon Jacorey Wiley turned herself in. 28-year-old Alexandria Shanell Kendall remains at-large. UPDATE…
WEEKEND WATCH: Music & community take center stage
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - From live music and car-free streets and local markets, there's something for everyone this weekend. South of Atlanta Fest returns Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Brent Cobb brings…
Woman charged after violent domestic incident in Monroe County
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A woman is facing multiple felony charges after deputies say a domestic disturbance escalated into violence involving threats, weapons and property damage, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to a home on Edge…
Mount de Sales welcomes alumnus Mike Walton as head basketball coach
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A familiar face is returning to lead the basketball program at Mount de Sales Academy in Macon. The hire comes during…