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Strong to severe storms possible tonight and tomorrow
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Storms this evening and tomorrow could bring strong winds, hail, or even a brief tornado. This Evening Much of Middle Georgia has seen…
17-year-old arrested after vehicle pursuit ends with crash at residence
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man in connection with a theft by taking auto investigation that happened Friday afternoon. Deputies…
The Grace House in Fort Valley asking for help after recent break-ins
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Grace House Community Food Bank' serves people in Fort Valley, and is important for those in need in…
Community Health Fair offering free health screenings
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Sigma Epsilon Omega Chapter of Warner Robins is hosting a Community Health Fair. The Community Health Fair will be…
Showers and thunderstorms expected for today! Weekend is the same
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all!! Happy Friday to you as well! This morning temperature are in the 60s with rain fall on…
Man faces multiple charges after being arrested in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 35-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday after the execution of an arrest warrant at 515 N. Houston Road. A Warner…
Decision 2024: Meet Rick Williams, candidate for Georgia Senate District 25, Republican Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia Senate District 25 election. Leland Olinger and Rick Williams are…
Piedmont Macon hosts Stroke Stroll
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Piedmont Macon hosted "Stroke Stroll: A celebration of stroke survivors" on Thursday. Survivors took a stroll around the cafeteria area as staff and family cheered and danced…
UPDATE: Man who fled on foot after vehicle pursuit now in custody
UPDATE (6:28 p.m.) - Warner Robins Police say the man is now in custody. ORIGINAL STORY (5:49 p.m.): WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The…
U Create Macon offering free bikes to youth
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – U Create Macon is celebrating National Bike Month by opening a new location and hosting a pop-up bike party. The new U Create Macon…
Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful celebrates its 50th anniversary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful celebrated its 50th anniversary at Vineville United Methodist Church on Thursday with its annual awards luncheon. The awards luncheon is held to…
2024 C.H.A.M.P.S. Graduation held at Hawkins Arena
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The 2024 C.H.A.M.P.S. Graduation was held at Mercer University's Hawkins Arena Thursday. According to a news release C.H.A.M.P.S. (Choosing Healthy Activities and Methods Promoting Safety)…
Storms return tomorrow; stay through the weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A new storm system will bring plenty of chances for rain starting Friday and lasting through the weekend. This Evening and Overnight Scattered clouds from…
Houston County graduation date and times set
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County School District has released the times and dates for this year's high school graduation ceremonies. All five commencement ceremonies will be held…
Former Macon teacher makes first federal court appearance following indictment on child sexual abuse material charges
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A former teacher and church youth ministry volunteer had his initial appearance in federal court Thursday…
Middle Georgia Regional Airport simulates plane crash exercise
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Smoke filtered into the sky, as Bibb County Emergency crews sped to a burning bus in the middle of a runaway, simulating a downed…
Visit Macon to host free license plate day
MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Visit Macon is hosting a free license plate day at Luther Williams Field. The event will be on May 21 from 11 a.m.…
Sunny Thursday expected! Rain again Friday
MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all! This Thursday morning is off to a good start with temperatures in the low to mid-60s. Today we will see…
Two arrested in deadly Dublin hit-and-run
UPDATE (5/17) - The Dublin Police Department arrests two people in connection to the deadly hit-and-run on May 12. During the investigation, police say a…
Monroe County school bus, car collision sends drivers to Macon hospital
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The drivers of a school bus and a personal vehicle are being treated at a Macon hospital after a crash Friday afternoon. According to a Monroe County Sheriff's Office news release, deputies responded to a…
NAMI Central Georgia unveils Georgetown a new residential housing facility for the mentally ill
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgetown a new residential housing facility built to house people with mental illness created by NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Central Georgia had its grand opening Friday. The ceremony begun with speeches from various…
Strong to severe storms possible tonight and tomorrow
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Storms this evening and tomorrow could bring strong winds, hail, or even a brief tornado. This Evening Much of Middle Georgia has seen…
The Grace House in Fort Valley asking for help after recent break-ins
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Grace House Community Food Bank' serves people in Fort Valley, and is important for those in need in…
Community Health Fair offering free health screenings
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Sigma Epsilon Omega Chapter of Warner Robins is hosting a Community Health Fair. The Community Health Fair will be…
Showers and thunderstorms expected for today! Weekend is the same
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning to you all!! Happy Friday to you as well! This morning temperature are in the 60s with rain fall on…
Man faces multiple charges after being arrested in Warner Robins
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 35-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday after the execution of an arrest warrant at 515 N. Houston Road. A Warner…
Decision 2024: Meet Rick Williams, candidate for Georgia Senate District 25, Republican Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia Senate District 25 election. Leland Olinger and Rick Williams are…
Piedmont Macon hosts Stroke Stroll
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Piedmont Macon hosted "Stroke Stroll: A celebration of stroke survivors" on Thursday. Survivors took a stroll around the cafeteria area as staff and family cheered and danced…
UPDATE: Man who fled on foot after vehicle pursuit now in custody
UPDATE (6:28 p.m.) - Warner Robins Police say the man is now in custody. ORIGINAL STORY (5:49 p.m.): WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The…
U Create Macon offering free bikes to youth
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – U Create Macon is celebrating National Bike Month by opening a new location and hosting a pop-up bike party. The new U Create Macon…
Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful celebrates its 50th anniversary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful celebrated its 50th anniversary at Vineville United Methodist Church on Thursday with its annual awards luncheon. The awards luncheon is held to…
2024 C.H.A.M.P.S. Graduation held at Hawkins Arena
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The 2024 C.H.A.M.P.S. Graduation was held at Mercer University's Hawkins Arena Thursday. According to a news release C.H.A.M.P.S. (Choosing Healthy Activities and Methods Promoting Safety)…
Storms return tomorrow; stay through the weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A new storm system will bring plenty of chances for rain starting Friday and lasting through the weekend. This Evening and Overnight Scattered clouds from…
Houston County graduation date and times set
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County School District has released the times and dates for this year's high school graduation ceremonies. All five commencement ceremonies will be held…
Former Macon teacher makes first federal court appearance following indictment on child sexual abuse material charges
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A former teacher and church youth ministry volunteer had his initial appearance in federal court Thursday…
17-year-old arrested after vehicle pursuit ends with crash at residence
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man in connection with a theft by taking auto investigation that happened Friday afternoon. Deputies…
Decision 2024: Meet Rick Williams, candidate for Georgia Senate District 25, Republican Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia Senate District 25 election. Leland Olinger and Rick Williams are…
U Create Macon offering free bikes to youth
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – U Create Macon is celebrating National Bike Month by opening a new location and hosting a pop-up bike party. The new U Create Macon…
Visit Macon to host free license plate day
MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Visit Macon is hosting a free license plate day at Luther Williams Field. The event will be on May 21 from 11 a.m.…
Man pleads guilty in theft of Arnold Palmer green jacket, other Masters memorabilia from Augusta
CHICAGO (AP) — A former warehouse assistant for the Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia pleaded guilty on Wednesday to transporting millions of dollars' worth of stolen Masters tournament memorabilia and historic items, including one of Arnold Palmer's iconic green…
Baseball returning to the Atlanta site where Hank Aaron hit his 715th home run
ATLANTA (AP) — Baseball is returning to the site where the Braves first played in Atlanta and Hank Aaron hit his record 715th home run. Georgia State has finalized plans for a new 1,000-seat baseball stadium in a parking lot…
Decision 2024: Meet Leland Olinger, candidate for Georgia Senate District 25, Republican Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia Senate District 25 election. Leland Olinger and Rick Williams are…
UPDATE: Arrest made in Fair Street death investigation
UPDATE (5/15/24): A 28-year-old man is now in custody in connection with the death last month of…
Golden Hour Foundation aims to help moms in Middle Georgia
BALDWIN COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Golden Hour Foundation Inc. will be hosting a diaper and formula drive for mothers in need within Baldwin County. Taleija…
Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful to host free paper shredding event
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful and the Macon Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority are hosting a free paper shredding event. The free paper…
2 juveniles arrested, accused of breaking into home
CORDELE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two 15-year-olds are in custody, accused of attempting to break into a car and then breaking into a home on Tuesday. According to the…
UPDATE: One suspect from Macon Regional Crimestoppers list caught
UPDATE- (5/14): The Monroe County Sheriff's Office says Jarvis Jordan is now in custody. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ MACON,…
Decision 2024: Meet Tori Branum, candidate for Georgia House District 20, Republican Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 20 election. Larry Walker and Tori Branum are…
NewTown Macon celebrates 2024 Great American Main Street Award
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – NewTown Macon has been awarded the 2024 Great American Main Street Award. Emily Hopkins, Vice President of External Affairs and Main Street Macon…
Roberta-Crawford Chamber of Commerce to host Georgia Jug Festival
CRAWFORD COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 19th Annual Georgia Jug Festival in Roberta is set to take place with events on May 17 and May 18.…
Decision 2024: Meet Larry Walker, candidate for Georgia House District 20, Republican Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 20 election. Larry Walker and Tori Branum are…
Macon Regional Crimestoppers searching for suspected criminals
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,…
Macon pastors prepare for Celebrity Chef Cook-Off
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – YouthUp, Inc. is partnering with local pastors to host the annual Celebrity Chef Cook-Off. Pastors from Macon and a "Mystery Chef" are competing for the…
Biden and Trump agree on debates on June 27 and in September, but details could be challenging
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump on Wednesday agreed to hold two campaign debates in June and September — the first on June 27 hosted by CNN — but their camps appeared far apart on…
8 dead, at least 40 injured as farmworkers' bus overturns in central Florida
OCALA, Fla. (AP) — A bus carrying farmworkers in central Florida overturned on Tuesday, killing eight people and injuring about 40 other passengers, authorities said. The bus was transporting 53 farmworkers when it collided with a truck in Marion County,…
UPDATE: House quickly rejects Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's effort to remove Speaker Johnson from office
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hardline Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene stunned colleagues Wednesday calling for a vote to oust Speaker Mike Johnson, but lawmakers quickly rejected it. Greene pressed ahead with her long-shot effort despite pushback from Republicans at the highest levels…
Judge in Trump's classified documents case cancels May trial date; no new date set
WASHINGTON (AP) — The federal judge in Florida presiding over the classified documents prosecution of former President Donald Trump has canceled the May 20 trial date, postponing it indefinitely. The order from U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon had been expected in light of still-unresolved…
Powell likely to signal that lower inflation is needed before Fed would cut rates
WASHINGTON (AP) — After three straight hotter-than-expected inflation reports, Federal Reserve officials have turned more cautious about the prospect of interest rate cuts this year. The big question, after they end their latest policy meeting Wednesday, will be: Will they still…
Florida's 6-week abortion ban takes effect as doctors worry women will lose access to health care
BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — Florida's ban on most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, before many women even know they are pregnant, went into effect Wednesday, and some doctors are concerned that women in the state will no longer…
The botched FAFSA rollout leaves students in limbo. Some wonder if their college dreams will survive
WASHINGTON (AP) — The last thing standing between Ashnaelle Bijoux and her college dream is the FAFSA form — a financial aid application that's supposed to help students go to college, but is blocking her instead. She has tried to submit it…
United Methodists repeal longstanding ban on LGBTQ clergy
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — United Methodist delegates repealed their church’s longstanding ban on LGBTQ clergy with no debate on Wednesday, removing a rule forbidding “self-avowed practicing homosexuals” from being ordained or appointed as ministers. Delegates voted 692-51 at their General Conference — the first…
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene vows to force a vote next week on ousting House Speaker Mike Johnson
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said Wednesday she would call a vote next week on ousting House Speaker Mike Johnson, forcing her colleagues to choose sides in a difficult showdown after Democratic leaders announced they would provide the votes to save the…
UPDATE: 3 law officers killed, 5 others wounded trying to serve warrant in North Carolina, authorities say
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Three law enforcement officers serving a warrant for a felon wanted for possessing a firearm were killed and five other officers were wounded Monday in a shootout at a Charlotte, North Carolina, home, police said. The…
Man set himself on fire outside of courthouse of Trump trial
NEW YORK (AP) - Emergency crews rushed away a person on a stretcher after fire was extinguished outside the Manhattan courthouse where jury selection was taking place Friday in Donald Trump's hush money criminal case. NBC News reports a man…
Allman Brothers Band co-founder and legendary guitarist Dickey Betts dies at 80
Guitar legend Dickey Betts, who co-founded the Allman Brothers Band and wrote their biggest hit, “Ramblin’ Man,” has died. He was 80. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer died at his home in Osprey, Florida, David Spero, Betts’ manager…
1 dead and 14 injured after semitrailer intentionally crashed into Texas public safety office
BRENHAM, Texas (AP) — A Texas semitrailer driver rammed a stolen 18-wheeler into a public safety building where his renewal for a commercial driver’s license had been rejected, killing one person and injuring 13 others, authorities said Friday. The driver…
OJ Simpson, fallen football hero acquitted of murder in 'trial of the century,' dies at 76
LAS VEGAS (AP) — O.J. Simpson, the decorated football superstar and Hollywood actor who was acquitted of charges he killed his former wife and her friend but later found liable in a separate civil trial, has died. He was 76. Simpson's…
Speaker Johnson to meet with Trump, offers Marjorie Taylor Greene advisory role as own job teeters
WASHINGTON (AP) — His job on the line, House Speaker Mike Johnson is dashing to Florida to meet with Donald Trump this week and has offered far-right Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene a seat on his own “kitchen cabinet” as he…
Cheers in Mexico as moon begins passing over sun
WATCH LIVE. A total solar eclipse crossing North America is darkening skies along a path through Mexico, the United States and Canada. Totality will last up to 4 minutes, 28 seconds in certain spots. The first location in continental…
Earthquake shakes New York City area
NEW YORK (AP) — An earthquake shook the densely populated New York City metropolitan area Friday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey said, with residents reporting they felt rumbling across the Eastern Seaboard. The agency reported a quake with a preliminary…
Louis Gossett Jr., 1st Black man to win supporting actor Oscar, dies at 87
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar and an Emmy winner for his role in the seminal TV miniseries “Roots,” has died. He was 87. Gossett's first cousin Neal L. Gossett told The Associated…
