Macon-Bibb County Fire Department urges people to use caution on Fourth of July
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Fourth of July celebrations are underway across Middle Georgia and the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department is urging people to…
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Some Macon-Bibb voters' addresses challenged
MACON, Georgia (41NBC WMGT) - A new state law that went into effect on Monday is taking a deeper look at voters' addresses. This is to make sure voters live where they say they do to make sure there's no…
Tire safety even more important as record Fourth of July travel expected
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — June 24-July 3 marks National Tire Safety Week, and according to AAA, a record number of Americans are expected to…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores June 24-28
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, June 24…
Not as hot today!
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good Morning to you all! Today will be hot, but not as hot as we have been which is good. So get out and enjoy the weather for…
Bibb deputies make arrest in connection with February shooting at dollar store
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says a suspect is in custody in connection with a shooting at a dollar store…
NewTown Macon creates Hype Hounds Approved program to boost downtown business
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A program will allow dog influencers and their owners to promote local businesses to new audiences. As part of the program,…
Non-profit steps in to feed Macon children as Summer Meals Program ends
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Bibb County School District's Summer Meals Program has ended, but a local non-profit is stepping in to make sure Macon's children don't go hungry the…
A bit cooler Tuesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Middle Georgia will see a bit of a cool down Tuesday thanks to added cloud cover. This Evening Partly cloudy skies and isolated storms are likely around the…
Georgia law enforcement ready to crack down on drivers illegally passing school bus
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - -- Starting Monday July 1st, Middle Georgia law enforcement is cracking down on drivers who illegally pass school buses.…
Macon Regional Crimestoppers searching for wanted 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,…
Heat Advisory for today
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good Morning to you all! A heat advisory is in place for this afternoon! That means that heat indices will range for 100 to 108. We also have the chance…
UPDATE: Deputies say Garland Warren found; authorities investigate discovery in Butts County
UPDATE: In a separate Facebook post, Laurens County…
Macon-Bibb County offers cooling centers amid rising temperatures
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — With temperatures set to climb in the days and weeks ahead, Macon-Bibb county and local organizations are teaming up to offer…
Cochran man sentenced to 13 years in federal prison for Savannah bank robbery
SAVANNAH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Cochran man has been sentenced to more than 13 years in federal prison for robbing a Wells Fargo…
Katt Williams' 'Heaven on Earth Tour' coming to Macon Coliseum in February 2025
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Comedian Katt Williams is set to bring his new "Heaven on Earth Tour" to the Macon Coliseum on February 7, 2025, following the success of his Netflix comedy special, "WOKE FOKE," according to a news release…
Black Women's Round Table aims to educate on voting, candidates
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia Coalition for the People's Agenda is holding a three day conference to remind black women the importance of voting. Organizers…
Two suspects arrested in Monroe County burglary; stolen property recovered
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two suspects have been arrested in connection with a burglary that happened on Wednesday at a home off Lakeshore Drive. According to…
Monroe County Sheriff's Office arrests Forsyth man after burglary investigation
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man on Thursday following a burglary investigation at the county's old water treatment facility. According…
Macon-Bibb County dedicates street to the late Pastor Charles Jones
MACON, Georgia (41NBC WMGT ) - Macon-Bibb County is remembering the life and legacy of former Macon City Councilor Pastor Charles Jones, who served on city…
Humid and hot this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Good Morning to you all! This morning there is a few showers on radar this much need rain as well. The shower and thunderstorm activity will continue through the…
'Summer Safety Plan' underway in Warner Robins to combat crime
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With the summer in full swing, officials in Warner Robins are implementing strategic measures to keep the crime rate down. Wayne…
Georgia's Trail of Legacy and Lore includes several Middle Georgia stops
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Each stop on Georgia’s Trail of Legacy and Lore represents another story worthy of being told. The attractions along the trail,…
Family owned bakery uniting community members over baked goods
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Little Sweeties Cakery is a family-owned business that is offering events geared towards families and community. Pamela Johnson began baking nearly three decades…
More scattered storms likely Friday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Scattered afternoon storms are becoming the norm to finish the week and head into the weekend. This Evening Middle Georgia saw a wave of storms and showers…
Movie filmed in Macon hits theaters nationwide July 4
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A movie is being previewed in Macon at The Douglass Theatre in downtown Macon before its nationwide debut. It's called, "Sound of Hope:…
Animal shelters and welfare organizations team up to slow down rate of euthanasia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Data from Best Friends Animal Society shows that the U.S. is close to the organization’s goal of saving 90%…
Macon Transit Authority changing route names to make more identifiable
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority is renaming the bus routes to be more readily identifiable. The new bus route names will take place July 1. The revised routes are as followed: ROUTE 1: Vineville will be VINEVILLE…
Macon-Bibb Firefighters battle late night fire at warehouse
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Firefighters with the Macon-Bibb Fire Department were called to an old warehouse on fire in downtown Macon on Wednesday night. When firefighters arrived at the old Martin's Tack & Feed located at the corner of Sixth…
Massive fire destroys Warner Robins home
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A massive fire tore through a house Wednesday in Warner Robins, leaving destruction behind. The fire, which started on Baker Road just before 5 p.m.,…
Macon-Bibb Deputy Fire Chief speaks on water safety after Ocmulgee River drownings
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb Fire Department is making the community aware about the dangers while swimming in a river or lake after four…
Gang Task Force Center opening in Downtown Macon
UPDATE (6/27/24): Attorney General Chris Carr, joined by Senate President Pro Tempore John F. Kennedy and Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) Director Chris Hosey, announced the addition of…
Cooler temperatures but escalating rain chances on the way
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Humidity will rise tonight with increased rain chances taking over for the back half of the week. This Evening Scattered clouds from the…
Warner Robins prepares for Independence Day Celebration
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warner Robins is hosting the 41st Annual Independence Day Celebration on June 29. The celebration will be at McConnell-Talbert Stadium which is located at…
Hooters in Macon closes its doors
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - There's one less place to order some wings in Macon this week. This comes after Hooters off of Riverside Drive permanently closed its doors. The restaurant chain made the decision to close the location over the…
The Triple Digit heat is still on for today!
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all! Triple digit heat is expected to continue again for today. Make sure you practice your summertime safety tips…
Warner Robins Police Chief, artist speak on vandalism of mural
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man has been arrested, facing multiple charges after the defacement of a mural of…
Summer meal program helping feed kids in Bibb County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Even though Bibb County students are out of school for the summer, they can still get a free meal at the Boys and Girls Club…
Triple digits expected again Wednesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - High temperatures around Middle Georgia will again reach the triple digits in many spots Wednesday. This Evening Skies will stay sunny around Middle Georgia while temperatures stay…
Middle Georgia union workers worried about presidential election
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Ahead of Thursday's debate with President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, Middle Georgia union workers tell 41NBC everyone needs to pay close…
Inmate found dead in Washington County Jail, investigation underway
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Washington County Sheriff's Office says an inmate was found dead in his cell on Tuesday morning. A jailer found the inmate…
Mentor's Project of Bibb County hosts conference to help local girls
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mentor's Project of Bibb County hosted the annual Summer Girls Conference in Warner Robins. Speakers from local organizations spoke…
City of Centerville prepares for Independence Day Celebration
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Centerville is hosting the Annual Independence Day Celebration in Center Park. Tess Chambers, Special Events and Marketing Coordinator, says that parking…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores June 17-21
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, June 17…
Macon ranks top 10 town to visit in America according to CNN
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon ranked as one of the top ten best towns to visit in America in 2024 according to CNN. Macon had high scores…
Triple digit heat expected
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all! Triple digit heat is expected to continue for today. Make sure you practice your summertime safety tips if you have to go outside. At…
Driver dead after fiery crash on I-75 in Monroe County
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A driver is dead after a crash on I-75 south Monday afternoon in Monroe County. According to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office,…
Residents rally to save historic "New Perry Hotel" from demolition
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Perry residents are voicing their concerns over the potential demolition of the nearly 100-year-old "New Perry Hotel". The iconic building, listed on…
Two people in custody after vehicle of missing man is found
SPALDING COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people are in custody and have been charged with theft after Garland Warren's vehicle was found. According to the Spalding County Sheriff's Office, 62-year-old Robert Earnest Peppers and 56-year-old Kelly Gail Osborn have been…
Search warrant leads to drug arrest in Monroe County
JACKSON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man in Monroe County is being held in jail without bond. According to a recent Facebook post by the Monroe County Sheriff's…