HCFD: Fire truck crashes en route to deadly interstate crash
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Houston County Fire Department says one of its trucks was involved in a single-vehicle crash on Wednesday evening while en route…
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Decision 2024: Meet Tangie Herring, candidate for Georgia House District 145, Democratic Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Three Democrat and three Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 145 election. Donald Druitt, Juawn…
Former Crisp County teacher arrested for child molestation
CRISP COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Crisp County Sheriff's Office arrested a teacher for aggravated child molestation. 38-year-old Allison Griswold was arrested on May 1 after a mandated…
Macon-Bibb marks 73rd annual National Day of Prayer at Rosa Parks Square
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Community and spiritual leaders gathered at Rosa Parks Square Thursday to observe the 73rd National Day of Prayer. Mayor Lester…
Cherry Blossom Derby Party prepares for sold out event
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Cherry Blossom Derby Party is sold out and event organizers are expected to continue the 'Pinkest Party' on Earth. Hannah Theus, Director…
UPDATE: 1 dead in I-75 crash near Dooly-Houston County line
UPDATE (5/6): At least one person is dead following a crash on I-75 Wednesday afternoon, according to Houston County Coroner James…
Museum of Aviation prepares for National STEM Academy
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Museum of Aviation will be hosting multiple events for the National STEM Academy. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, but…
Macon man arrested in connection with overdose death
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has charged a Macon man with murder. Bibb County investigators arrested 29-year-old Travion Lorenzo Veal for the death of…
Temperatures continue to soar Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Highs will reach the upper 80s and lower 90s around Middle Georgia Thursday afternoon. The Rest of the Evening It will remain rather warm around Middle Georgia…
Forsyth thrift store celebrates second anniversary with community yard sale
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Nikkits Thrift Store in Forsyth is celebrating their 2nd anniversary with a community yard sale. Nicole Tanner, Owner of Nikkits Thrifts, says…
Georgia governor signs law requiring jailers to check immigration status of prisoners
ATLANTA (AP) — Jailers in Georgia must now check the immigration status of inmates and apply to help enforce federal immigration law, under a bill that gained traction after police accused a Venezuelan man of beating a nursing student to…
Decision 2024: Meet Donald Druitt, candidate for Georgia House District 145, Democratic Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Three Democrat and three Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 145 election. Donald Druitt, Juawn…
Fallen Georgia law enforcement officers honored at annual Georgia Public Safety Memorial Ceremony
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Fallen Georgia law enforcement officers were honored at the annual Georgia Public Safety Memorial Ceremony on Wednesday. Georgia Governor…
Houston County teenager sentenced to 50 years after deadly shooting
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- 17-year-old Javontae Ridley was sentenced on April 29 to 50 years in prison followed by 35 years on probation after a deadly…
Political sign dispute in Macon-Bibb sparks frustration among candidates
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- With early voting underway in Middle Georgia, a dispute over campaign signs in Macon-Bibb County has caused frustration among some candidates. Mayoral candidate Shekita…
5 from Middle Georgia charged in operation to catch online child predators
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — On Tuesday, a total of eight Georgia residents, with five of them from middle Georgia, were charged with allegedly attempting…
More heat and sunshine Wednesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will rise into the mid to upper 80s Wednesday as cloud cover takes a step back. This Evening Mostly cloudy skies will remain with Middle Georgia…
UPDATE: 4th arrest made in connection with separate murders earlier this month
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Decision 2024: Meet Juawn Jackson, candidate for Georgia House District 145, Democratic Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Three Democrat and three Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 145 election. Donald Druitt, Juawn…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores April 22-26
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, April 22…
A few hit or miss showers and storms expected this afternoon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Good morning and happy Tuesday! This morning, we're starting off with mild temperatures in the 50s and 60s as clouds move into Middle Georgia.…
Macon-Bibb Board of Elections dismisses voter challenges; cites federal voting law
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb Board of Elections members voted Monday to dismiss three voter eligibility challenges, citing the National Voter Registration Act, which bars…
Bibb County School District will fully implement USDA new school meal standards by 2027
BIBB COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Less sodium and fewer sugars are two school meal standard changes students will see once the new…
Rain odds jump for Middle Georgia Tuesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A weak incoming cold front will bring scattered storms to Middle Georgia Tuesday. This Evening Partly cloudy skies will stay with Middle Georgia into tonight…
Woman arrested after hitting children at daycare in Monroe County
BOLINGBROKE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Monroe County Sheriff's Office arrested a daycare employee after she was seen on video hitting two children. According to a press release,…
Historic Preservation Class at MGA uncovers historical significance of Payne City
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Payne City was the topic at the Arts Complex at Middle Georgia State University on Monday. According to Susan Asbury, Assistant…
Bibb GOP chairman questions voter legitimacy, hearing scheduled for Monday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Nearly 800 voters in Macon-Bibb County have received letters from the Macon-Bibb Board of Elections informing them that their voter status has…
Bibb County Animal Shelter seeks donations as community pet food bank runs dry
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bibb County Sheriff's Office Animal Services announced Friday its community food bank for family pets is empty again, and they're seeking donations of dry dog food to help local pet keep their animals at home and…
Houston County Coroner: Man killed after vehicle collides with trash truck
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is dead after a crash in Houston County Friday afternoon. According to Houston County Coroner James Williams, the crash happened shortly after noon on Highway 341 south of Hayneville. He says 76-year-old Walter…
Decision 2024: Meet Shekita Maxwell, candidate for Macon-Bibb Mayor
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Shekita Maxwell is seeking the office of Macon-Bibb Mayor. She's facing incumbent Lester Miller. 41NBC’s Tucker Sargent spoke with each candidate ahead of…
City of Warner Robins issues reminder about teen curfew
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The City of Warner Robins issued a reminder on Friday about the city's curfew for individuals ages 17 and under, with the exception of work and school-related functions. According to a City of Warner Robins…
28th Annual Pan African Festival of Georgia preparing for weekend of celebration
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 28th Pan African Festival of Georgia will be April 27 and April 28 at the Tubman Museum. The festival will begin…
Partly cloudy weekend ahead for Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - High pressure building off the southeastern coast of the US is setting up the region for a summer like pattern. This Evening Skies will…
City of Forsyth looks ahead to Summer Concert Series
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Forsyth is preparing for the annual Summer Concert Series at the Courthouse Square. Kemie Childs with Forsyth Main Street says…
Covenant Academy holds Greek and Roman Day for third grade students, families
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Covenant Academy held its Greek & Roman Day for its third grade students and families on Friday, and the schedule…
Decision 2024: Meet Slate Simons, candidate for Houston County Sheriff
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Four Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Houston County Sheriff election. Arthur Harris is running unopposed as a Democrat. Matt…
Brantley Gilbert, Bell Biv DeVoe, Megadeath concerts announced for Macon's Atrium Health Amphitheater
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon's Atrium Health Amphitheater continues to add more concerts to the schedule. This week, they announced three new acts. R&B superstars Bell Biv DeVoe & 112 are coming to Macon on Saturday, July 20. Reserved seating…
Warner Robins Police searching for 2 suspects after man held at gunpoint during home invasion
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Police Department is investigating a home invasion where a man was held at…
Clouds are on the way just in time for the weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Good morning and happy Friday! This morning, temperatures are in the 50s and 60s. Today will start with some clouds, transitioning…
Decision 2024: Meet Jimmy Dunn, candidate for Houston County Sheriff
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Four Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Houston County Sheriff election. Arthur Harris is running unopposed as a Democrat. Matt…
Cloud cover returns to end the week
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Middle Georgia will see added cloud cover Friday and over the weekend. The Rest of the Evening A handful of clouds are expected to move…
Decision 2024: Meet Mayor Lester Miller, candidate for Macon-Bibb Mayor
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller is seeking reelection in the upcoming race for mayor. He's facing challenger Shekita Maxwell. 41NBC’s Tucker Sargent spoke…
Challenges to voter registrations filed in Bibb County ahead of elections, hearing set for Monday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A series of challenges to voter registrations in Bibb County has been filed, targeting people registered at…
Macon Periods Easier to host prom
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Periods Easier will be hosting prom in efforts to raise funds to end period poverty in Middle Georgia. MPE Prom will be April 25 from 6p.m.…
Publix and Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful revitalize Jefferson Long Park
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - At Jefferson Long Park 35 Publix Associates from all over the state and the President of Publix himself volunteered to plant tress, landscape,…
4th Annual Taco Week in Forsyth aims to promote local businesses
Forsyth, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Forsyth-Monroe County Chamber of Commerce is set to host the 4th Annual Taco Week. Taco Week will be April 26 through…
Macon Regional Crimestoppers searching for suspected criminals
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects. Crimestoppers partners with media organizations, police departments and other law enforcement agencies in…
80's are expected for today
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Good morning, Middle Georgia! This morning, we're starting off with mild temperatures in the mid 50s to low 60s. A cold front passing overhead has brought some…
Washington State Prison inmate killed after fight with officers at hospital
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two investigations are underway after an inmate from the Washington State prison was shot and killed. The incident happened Tuesday around…
UPDATE: Authorities say search for Dawson Brandon Lee has ended
UPDATE (4/24/24): The search for 24-year-old Dawson Brandon Lee,…