Macon Mental Health Matters expands monthly Wellness Weekend event
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon Mental Health Matters has expanded its monthly wellness weekend event. The new event, "Tea in Tees," is exclusively for women and will…
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Macon-Bibb Traffic Engineering seeking your help for pedestrian safety grants
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County Traffic Engineering Division is seeking input from you for a pedestrian safety grant they're applying for worth up to $6…
Decision 2024: Meet Floyd Griffin, candidate for Georgia House District 149, Democratic Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Democratic candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 149 election. Floyd Griffin and Phyllis Tufts Hightower…
Bike Walk Macon celebrating Macon Bike Walk Month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bike Walk Macon is celebrating its annual Macon Bike Walk Month for the month of May with various events all month long and is…
Five Georgia High School seniors to receive free laptops through giveaway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Farah and Farah will be giving away free laptops to five Georgia High School seniors through their Empowering Greatness Scholarship program. Alex…
Big Brothers Big Sisters Heart of Georgia to host 8th Annual Duck Dash
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Big Brothers Big Sisters Heart of Georgia is set to host the 8th Annual Duck Dash. The event will…
UPDATE: Five arrested after shooting two teenagers in Warner Robins
(UPDATE 5/7) Warner Robins Police have arrested four adults and one teenager connected to the attack. All five arrested face several charges with additional charges pending:…
Little Feat with special guest Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel coming to Macon City Auditorium
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Little Feat with special guest Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel will perform at the Macon City Auditorium on November 1. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 10 at 10 a.m. on ticketmaster.com or at the Macon…
False report leads to arrest after hit and run
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man is in custody after injuring a pedestrian and filing a false police report, according to the Warner Robins Police Department.…
Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores April 29-May 3
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…
NewTown Macon wins prestigious Great American Main Street Award
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - NewTown Macon announced Monday it won the Great American Main Street Award at the Main Street Now Conference in Birmingham, Alabama. The award,…
North Carolina man arrested in Georgia after high-speed chase ends with crash, drug charges
CORDELE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A high-speed chase started by Crisp County deputies ended in Dooly County with the arrest of a North…
Three women arrested after high-speed chase from Macon to Roberta ends with crash
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A high-speed chase Friday that began in Macon and ended in Roberta led to the arrest of three women…
Man faces six property damage charges after Sunday morning fire
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A massive fire tore through several houses on Walnut Street in Macon early Sunday morning, leaving destruction behind and leading to the…
Woman arrested for theft by deception in Washington County
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Washington County Sheriff's Office arrested 32-year-old Destiny Danyell Magoon for twelve counts of felony theft by deception. Magoon operated a telemarketing…
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…
Coroner: 1 dead after fatal crash in Houston County
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – One person is dead in Houston County after a fatal car crash that took place on Moody Road, according to Houston County…
Perry PD searching for individuals connected to theft at Walmart
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Perry Police Department is looking for two individuals who were involved in the theft of mislaid property at Walmart. If you…
Coroner: Pedestrian killed after being struck by vehicle late Saturday night
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is dead after being struck by a vehicle late Saturday night in the 2900 block of Pio Nono Avenue…
Deputies: Woman in critical condition after Saturday morning shooting in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A woman is in critical condition after being shot early Saturday morning. According to a Bibb County Sheriff's Office news release,…
'Project Search' provides career opportunities for students with disabilities
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — De Andre Jackson, a senior at Northeast High School in Bibb County, has signed up for a one-year internship program designed specifically for…
Scattered thunderstorms possible all weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Afternoon thunderstorms are likely throughout this weekend around Middle Georgia as a summer pattern sets in. This Evening and Tonight Off and on isolated storms will persist…
Georgia Future Educator Signing Day celebrated at William S. Hutchings College and Career Academy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia Future Educator Signing Day was celebrated on Friday at William S. Hutchings College and Career Academy. Students…
Decision 2024: Meet Noah Harbuck, candidate for Georgia House District 145, Republican Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Three Democrat and three Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 145 election. De’Ron Rogers, Nancy…
Hometown Celebration 2024 in Milledgeville happening Friday
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It's time to get outdoors and enjoy what Milledgeville has to offer: its annual Hometown Celebration. Carlee Schulte, the Executive Director of Milledgeville Main Street,…
UPDATE: Two arrested in connection with fatal shooting of teen in Macon parking lot
(UPDATE 5/3): Two men have been arrested in connection with a death investigation on Tom Hill Sr. Boulevard on April 27. 20-year-old…
Early morning fire at Village North Apartments
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins Police Department and Fire Department responded to an early morning structure fire located at 135 Ignico Drive. The fire took place…
Lockdown lifted for Howard High School and Middle School
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Howard High School and Howard Middle School were on lockdown after two intruders were reported on campus on Friday. The two intruders were…
BCSO: Man rams two patrol vehicles, attempts to hit deputies
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —A wanted man was taken into custody Wednesday, after Bibb County deputies say he attempted to hit them during a vehicle chase. According…
FBI: New DNA evidence found in Lake Oconee murders, $20K reward announced
EATONTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As the 10th anniversary of the Lake Oconee murders of Russell and Shirley Dermond approaches, FBI Atlanta revealed a possible breakthrough in the case. For the first time, DNA evidence not belonging to the victims has…
Georgia one step closer to establishing Ocmulgee Mounds as first national park and preserve
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff introduced legislation to establish Ocmulgee Mounds as Georgia's first national park and preserve. The…
Admiral Michael G. Mullen visits GMC's NewDay USA Center of Leadership
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia Military College celebrated the opening of the NewDay USA Center of Leadership on Thursday with a visit from Admiral Micahel…
UPDATE: Warner Robins man arrested for murder of Macon woman in March
UPDATE (5/2/24): A Warner Robins man is now behind bars…
Decision 2024: Meet De'Ron Rogers, candidate for Georgia House District 145, Republican Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Three Democrat and three Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 145 election. De'Ron Rogers, Nancy…
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…
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…