Bibb County deputies: Man arrested after firing shot during downtown fight
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Baldwin County man was arrested Tuesday night by the Bibb County Sheriff's Office Special Response Team (S.R.T.) Unit after deputies…
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Washington County Sheriff's Office stops prison contraband smuggling attempt
DAVISBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Washington County Sheriff's Office successfully intercepted an attempted prison contraband drop on Monday, June 3. A deputy on patrol near Washington State…
Bibb County deputies arrest two after 100 MPH chase into Houston County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Bibb County deputies arrested two suspects last month after a high-speed chase reaching more than 100 mph ended in Houston…
Little Free Library opens new location in Byron
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Jailhouse Park Little Free Library recently opened in Byron, becoming Peach County's fifth Little Free Library. The Little Free Library is open to…
Warner Robins to host Juneteenth Celebration
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Warner Robins is preparing for the Juneteenth Annual Freedom Festival. The Juneteenth Annual Freedom Festival will begin with a parade from 10…
Salvation Army of Macon preparing for upcoming Donut Day
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Salvation Army is preparing for National Donut Day on June 7. National Donut Day was originally celebrated as a tribute…
UPDATE: Man who robbed Truist Bank in 2023 sentenced to federal prison
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Candidates for State Representative District 145 run off race highlight their platforms before early election begins
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dr. Juawn Jackson is in a run-off for State Representative District 145 against his opponent Tangie…
Bibb County Sheriff’s Office investigating armed robbery at Corner Grocery
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a commercial robbery that happened around 11 a.m. Wednesday at Corner Grocery, located at 2057…
New Stage Play, "Angel's Palace," debuts in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A new stage play called, "Angels Palace," is debuting in Macon before making stops in five others in cities like Birmingham, Alabama. The play is directed by Clarice Jones, the…
'MADD,' hosts 20th Golden Shield event to honor Law Enforcement for service
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Driving drunk is the cause of up to 28% of all auto fatalities in Georgia and across the national, according…
Another pop up rain chance for this evening
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all! This morning we are starting off in the upper 60s to low 70s for this Wednesday morning! Today we…
Hawkinsville to host Juneteenth Celebration
HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Hawkinsville Unity, a grassroots nonpartisan group, will be hosting a Juneteenth celebration. The Juneteenth celebration will be at James A. Colson Park on June 15. The…
Scattered storms likely this evening/tonight, hotter tomorrow
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Pop up storms are likely for much of Middle Georgia the rest of today and into tonight, however their odds drop tomorrow. This Evening Partly…
Peach County traffic stop uncovers 453 pounds of marijuana worth nearly $1 million
PEACH COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A traffic stop by a Peach County deputy late Monday night led to the discovery of 453 pounds…
Macon Bacon head coach Easton Waterman joins Miami Marlins; Daniel Duarte promoted
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Bacon announced Tuesday head coach Easton Waterman will be leaving the team to join the Miami Marlins as…
UPDATE: Man surrenders after standoff in Warner Robins
(UPDATE 6/5 at 1:00 p.m.) Warner Robins Police Chief Wayne Fisher held a press…
Pop up rain and thunderstorms possible
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning, everyone! This morning, temperatures are in the upper 60s to low 70s, which is much warmer than yesterday at this time. Today we will see…
Bibb County Summer Meal Program provides free meals for hundreds of children
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County School District has launched its summer meal program, offering free breakfast and lunch to children throughout the…
Macon-Bibb Emergency Management Agency launches new app
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb Emergency Management Agency has launched a new app. Macon-Bibb EMA says it created the MBCAlert App to provide disaster and emergency information. "Communicating…
GDC: Telfair State Prison inmate killed in altercation
MCRAE-HELENA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —An inmate at Telfair State Prison is dead after an altercation on Saturday, according to a news release from the Georgia Department of Corrections. While…
Summer conditions are here for Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Near average temperatures are expected to begin the new month along with isolated storm chances. This Evening Temperatures will stay in the mid to upper…
Macon Regional Crimestoppers seeks public's assistance in 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…
UPDATE: Man who died after falling from his bike in south Macon identified
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is dead…
Community leaders celebrate Atrium Health Amphitheater with plaque
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A plaque was unveiled at the Atrium Health Amphitheater in Macon on Friday, as a thank you to those who were involved in its…
Georgia Peach Queens preparing for annual Georgia Peach Festival
PEACH COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The 2024 Georgia Peach Queens are preparing for the upcoming Georgia Peach Festival. Miss Georgia Peach, Teen Miss Georgia Peach, Junior Miss Georgia Peach, Little Miss Georgia Peach,…
Partly to mostly cloudy weekend likely to begin June
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Middle Georgia will see more cloud cover over the weekend compared to the past few days. This Evening Partly sunny skies will…
Monroe County Sheriff’s Office searching for individual connected to theft
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man who was involved in a theft by shoplifting case. Deputies say…
Georgia Peach Festival returns to Fort Valley, Byron
PEACH COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Georgia Peach Festival returns to Fort Valley and Byron. Tisa Horton, President of the Georgia Peach Festival, says there will be a parade,…
Warner Robins PD utilizing Red Speed cameras in school zones during Summer
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Warner Robins Police Department is reminding community members as the Summer school session begins that Red Speed cameras will…
Wanted fugitive arrested at Holiday Cove Apartments in Forsyth
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Monroe County Sheriff's Office arrested a wanted fugitive at the Holiday Cove Apartments. Edwin Harris was hiding out at the Holiday Cove…
Meet New Warner Robins Air Force Commander
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Meet Deputy Commander Major General Frank Bradfield III. He's the new leader at the headquarters of Air Force Reserve Command at Robins Air Force…
Houston County man pleads guilty, sentenced to life with possibility of parole after deadly shooting
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- 43-year-old Rodney Helms entered a guilty plea to malice murder in the Superior Court of Houston County…
Not very May like for the last day of May
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning, everyone! This morning, temperatures are in the upper 50s to mid-60s, which is much cooler than yesterday at this time. It almost…
Teenager arrested in multi-county high speed chase
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff's Office S.R.T. Unit deputies help arrest a 16-year-old after he led Peach County Sheriff’s Office deputies on a…
National Pickleball Tournament in Macon draws people in from around the country
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A National Pickleball Tournament is currently underway at Rhythm and Rally in Macon. The four-day event, hosted by UTR Sports, has…
Dr. Anissa Jones launches campaign for Georgia State House District 143
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dr. Anissa Jones has officially launched her campaign to fill the Georgia State House District 143 seat, being vacated…
Society Garden to host Mimosa Festival
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Society Garden is hosting the Annual Macon Mimosa Festival. The event will be June 1 through June 2 from noon to 6 p.m. Brad Evans, Owner…
Visit Macon offering Soul Sight Historic Tours
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Visit Macon is hosting Historic Soul Sights Van Tours. The tour showcases soulful stories at the city’s most historic sites. The Historic Soul Sights Van Tours…
Slightly warmer Friday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will rise back into the upper 80s (and maybe lower 90s) Friday afternoon. This Evening Mostly clear skies from the afternoon will stay that way through the evening.…
Playground heat hazard safety tips for parents
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As we get closer to summer, temperatures are rising, that means playground equipment will become hot, and could harm your child. Sergeant Jeremy Webb is the…
Man arrested for murder in Fort Valley
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested for murder in Fort Valley, according to the Fort Valley Police Department. Fort Valley PD responded to a call about…
Fine Fettle, licensed medical cannabis provider opens Macon facility
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fine Fettle, one of Georgia's licensed medical cannabis providers, opens its new facility in Macon. The facility, located at 700…
Atrium Health Navicent, local churches launch 'Community Virtual Primary Care' program
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent along with a partnership with Middle Georgia churches, introduced a new program to provide medical…
Peach County officer's criminal charges dropped in fatal shooting
PEACH COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – District Attorney Anita Howard says criminal charges will not be pursued against Sgt. Hermes Rodriguez from the Peach County Sheriff's Office after he shot and killed a man. Peach County Sheriff's Deputy Sgt. Hermes Rodriguez…
MTA to offer Teen Summer Bus Pass
BIBB COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority is offering a Teen Summer Bus Pass for ages 13 to 18. Jami Gaudet, Public Information Officer at Macon-Bibb…
More cloud cover expected Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Middle Georgia will see partly cloudy skies and slightly lower highs Thursday afternoon. This Evening Skies will remain mostly clear around the region heading into tonight as…
Downtown Dublin to host Burger Week
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Downtown Dublin is hosting Burger Week from May 28 through June 1. Lauren Patterson, Downtown Dublin Mainstreet Manager, says this is the first year that Downtown…
Bibb County man arrested for aggravated assault
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –A man was arrested and charged for aggravated assault on Brookwood Drive, according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. Deputies responded to a call about a possible shooting on May 28. The caller said that the shooter…
UPDATE: Bibb County inmate dies after being tased following medical emergency
UPDATE (5/29/24): The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says Stephen Fossett was tased…