Latest News
UPDATE: Suspect in custody for Myrtle Street hit-and-run case in Warner Robins
UPDATE (5/2/2025): The Warner Robins Police Department have located the vehicle and have a suspect in custody for the hit-and-run case that happened on April…
Fire crews battle commercial blaze at JAG Probation in Baldwin County
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT)- According to a social media post from Baldwin County Fire Rescue, Firefighters are actively responding to a commercial structure fire at the JAG Probation office located on Roberson Mill Road. Milledgeville Fire Department is providing mutual…
Woman killed in domestic shooting in Warner Robins, suspect in custody
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The incident occurred just after midnight, at 121 Willis Creek Road in Warner Robins. Officers responded to a report of a domestic disturbance with shots fired at approximately 12:15 a.m. Inside the residence, officers found both…
Wet weekend followed by cooler week ahead
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An approaching front will stall over north Georgia. This front will serve as the focus for shower and thunderstorm development for Friday and Saturday. High temperatures today are expected to rise into the 80s across most…
Business leaders warn of economic strain as more of Trump's tariffs take effect
(NBC)- Business leaders from across the country are raising red flags over President Trump’s escalating tariff policies — warning that the costs are piling up and threatening the stability of American businesses, both large and small. “Everything that is imported…
Tariff exemption ends, Chinese retailers prices expected to rise
(CNN)- The era of ultra-cheap online shopping from Chinese retailers may be coming to an end. As of this morning, a key tariff exemption for imports from China valued at $800 or less — known as the “de minimis” loophole…
Undercover operation finds Sparta stores selling alcohol to minors
SPARTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Four Sparta businesses were cited for selling alcohol to minors during an undercover operation conducted Thursday, according to a news release from the…
Houston County Galleria mall listed for sale at $26.65 million
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County Galleria mall in Centerville has been listed for sale at $26,650,000, according to a property listing posted on taylormcminn.com…
Faith leaders, residents unite for National Day of Prayer in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon residents gathered at Coleman Hill Park on Thursday for the city’s annual National Day of Prayer event, continuing a decades-long…
Dublin students can fast track health care careers with new MGA partnership
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – High school juniors and seniors in Dublin interested in pursuing health care careers now have an exciting opportunity to fast…
Warner Robins celebrates 74th Annual National Day of Prayer
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Many religious leaders, city officials, and community members gathered in the Council Chambers over at Warner Robins City Hall as Local Pastors…
New initiative aims to boost family literacy in Bibb County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb Mayor’s Literacy Alliance (MBMLA) says it’s taking a two-generational approach to improve literacy rates for students in the county. MBMLA…
Hayiya Dance Theatre to host youth leadership conference
MACON, Georgia- (41NBC/WMGT) — Hayiya Dance Theatre is hosting a free youth leadership conference for boys and girls across Middle Georgia. The event will take place May 2…
Current weather pattern carries into new month.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This Evening Thursday has been mostly cloudy for much of Middle Georgia, limiting temperatures to only climbing into the low to mid 80s vs the…
Three injured in shooting at Lakeview Apartments in Fort Valley
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Fort Valley Police are investigating a shooting that injured three people early Thursday morning at the Lakeview Apartments on Edwards Street,…
Hay House hosts 30th annual Spring Stroll Tour of Gardens and Homes in Macon
MACON, Georgia- (41NBC/WMGT) — Hay House is hosting its 30th annual Spring Stroll Tour of Gardens and Homes this weekend, showcasing some of Macon’s most beautiful…
Nearly 200 Macon students trained in CPR during life-saving workshop at Northeast High
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Nearly 200 students at Northeast High School are now trained in CPR after participating in a weeklong workshop aimed…
Second suspect charged with murder in Dublin shooting
UPDATE (5/1/2025): The Dublin Police Department say 17-year-old Jacari Antonio Page turned himself in to authorities on April 30. Page has been charged and arrested for felony murder and…
Cold front to bring storms this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An incoming cold front will bring scattered storms for the first half of the weekend and cooler conditions to start next week. This Evening A…
UPDATE: Man convicted on murder charges in Fort Valley shooting that killed 1-year-old
UPDATE (5/2/25): A Peach County jury has convicted Christopher Alexander…
UPDATE: Suspect in custody for Myrtle Street hit-and-run case in Warner Robins
UPDATE (5/2/2025): The Warner Robins Police Department have located the vehicle and have a suspect in custody for the hit-and-run case that happened on April…
Fire crews battle commercial blaze at JAG Probation in Baldwin County
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT)- According to a social media post from Baldwin County Fire Rescue, Firefighters are actively responding to a commercial structure fire at the JAG Probation office located on Roberson Mill Road. Milledgeville Fire Department is providing mutual…
Woman killed in domestic shooting in Warner Robins, suspect in custody
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The incident occurred just after midnight, at 121 Willis Creek Road in Warner Robins. Officers responded to a report of a domestic disturbance with shots fired at approximately 12:15 a.m. Inside the residence, officers found both…
Undercover operation finds Sparta stores selling alcohol to minors
SPARTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Four Sparta businesses were cited for selling alcohol to minors during an undercover operation conducted Thursday, according to a news release from the…
Houston County Galleria mall listed for sale at $26.65 million
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Houston County Galleria mall in Centerville has been listed for sale at $26,650,000, according to a property listing posted on taylormcminn.com…
Faith leaders, residents unite for National Day of Prayer in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon residents gathered at Coleman Hill Park on Thursday for the city’s annual National Day of Prayer event, continuing a decades-long…
Dublin students can fast track health care careers with new MGA partnership
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – High school juniors and seniors in Dublin interested in pursuing health care careers now have an exciting opportunity to fast…
Warner Robins celebrates 74th Annual National Day of Prayer
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Many religious leaders, city officials, and community members gathered in the Council Chambers over at Warner Robins City Hall as Local Pastors…
New initiative aims to boost family literacy in Bibb County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon-Bibb Mayor’s Literacy Alliance (MBMLA) says it’s taking a two-generational approach to improve literacy rates for students in the county. MBMLA…
Hayiya Dance Theatre to host youth leadership conference
MACON, Georgia- (41NBC/WMGT) — Hayiya Dance Theatre is hosting a free youth leadership conference for boys and girls across Middle Georgia. The event will take place May 2…
Current weather pattern carries into new month.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This Evening Thursday has been mostly cloudy for much of Middle Georgia, limiting temperatures to only climbing into the low to mid 80s vs the…
Three injured in shooting at Lakeview Apartments in Fort Valley
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Fort Valley Police are investigating a shooting that injured three people early Thursday morning at the Lakeview Apartments on Edwards Street,…
Hay House hosts 30th annual Spring Stroll Tour of Gardens and Homes in Macon
MACON, Georgia- (41NBC/WMGT) — Hay House is hosting its 30th annual Spring Stroll Tour of Gardens and Homes this weekend, showcasing some of Macon’s most beautiful…
Nearly 200 Macon students trained in CPR during life-saving workshop at Northeast High
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Nearly 200 students at Northeast High School are now trained in CPR after participating in a weeklong workshop aimed…
Second suspect charged with murder in Dublin shooting
UPDATE (5/1/2025): The Dublin Police Department say 17-year-old Jacari Antonio Page turned himself in to authorities on April 30. Page has been charged and arrested for felony murder and…
Bibb County students commit to teaching careers at Hutchings Signing Day
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Hutchings Career Academy hosted its Teacher Signing Day on Wednesday to celebrate graduating seniors who are committing to careers in education. Knowing there is an…
Monroe County schools grow student gardens, partner with local farms for fresh meals
FORSYTH, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Monroe County School District is expanding its student nutrition program through hands-on gardening and local produce partnerships.…
Hayiya Dance Theatre to host youth leadership conference
MACON, Georgia- (41NBC/WMGT) — Hayiya Dance Theatre is hosting a free youth leadership conference for boys and girls across Middle Georgia. The event will take place May 2…
Hay House hosts 30th annual Spring Stroll Tour of Gardens and Homes in Macon
MACON, Georgia- (41NBC/WMGT) — Hay House is hosting its 30th annual Spring Stroll Tour of Gardens and Homes this weekend, showcasing some of Macon’s most beautiful…
Forsyth Main Street Summer Concert Series to take place this weekend
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Forsyth Main Street is hosting its annual Summer Concert Series at Courthouse Square, offering free live music for the community. Kemie…
Georgia enacts 'Riley Gaines Act' banning biological males from women’s sports
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has signed Senate Bill 1, known as the Riley Gaines Act of 2025, into law. The bill bans biological males from participating in women’s sports at public schools and colleges across the…
Georgia gang member sentenced to 25 years for trafficking missing teen
ALBANY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A member of the Inglewood Family Gangster Bloods has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for trafficking a missing 16-year-old girl from Albany, state officials announced Wednesday. Ronaldo Patterson, 33, of Albany, pleaded guilty earlier…
Inmate found dead at Bibb County Jail, investigation underway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An inmate was found dead at the Bibb County Jail early Wednesday morning, according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. The inmate…
Senate confirms former Sen. David Perdue as Trump's US ambassador to China amid tariff showdown
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate on Tuesday confirmed former Sen. David Perdue as ambassador to China, just as the U.S. and China are locked in a tariff showdown that threatens to redefine diplomatic relations between the world’s two largest economies. Perdue, a Republican…
Atrium doctor shares tips for American Stroke Month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT-DT)- A Macon doctor is raising awareness during American Stroke Month by offering tips to help the community recognize the signs of a stroke and take…
Florida man arrested in Macon after $3K theft attempt at Dick’s Sporting Goods
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Florida man was arrested Monday after allegedly attempting to steal thousands of dollars in merchandise from Dick’s Sporting Goods at the Shoppes at River Crossing, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The incident occurred…
Crimestoppers urges public to help find assault suspect on the run
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sgt. Greg Thomas of Macon Regional Crimestoppers appeared on 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and share the word of the day. Crimestoppers…
Macon man arrested after breaking into iStorage on Key Street
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man was arrested Sunday after breaking into iStorage in Macon, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to a…
Florida woman arrested after driving 130 mph on I-75 in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Florida woman was arrested Tuesday in Macon for aggressive driving after allegedly reaching speeds of 130 mph on Interstate 75…
Warner Robins police secure area after live grenade found in toolbox
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A suspected hand grenade was found Friday afternoon in Warner Robins, according to a news release from the Warner Robins…
Mercer University President Underwood to step down, return to law school
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Mercer University President William D. Underwood announced during the university’s spring Board of Trustees meeting that he will step down from that role and return to full-time teaching at Mercer Law School, where he began his academic…
Local photographer, videographer to host networking event
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —A Macon photographer and videographer is hosting a networking event this weekend in downtown Macon. The free event will take place April 27 from 4 to…
Hometown Spring Festival to take place in Gray this weekend
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The annual Hometown Spring Festival is set for this weekend in downtown Gray, offering family-friendly fun and entertainment for all ages. Anndrea…
29th Pan African Festival begins in downtown Macon with theme ‘Stronger Together’
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 29th Pan African Festival of Georgia begins today in downtown Macon with the theme “Stronger Together.” The festival will take place in the parking lot…
Business leaders warn of economic strain as more of Trump's tariffs take effect
(NBC)- Business leaders from across the country are raising red flags over President Trump’s escalating tariff policies — warning that the costs are piling up and threatening the stability of American businesses, both large and small. “Everything that is imported…
Tariff exemption ends, Chinese retailers prices expected to rise
(CNN)- The era of ultra-cheap online shopping from Chinese retailers may be coming to an end. As of this morning, a key tariff exemption for imports from China valued at $800 or less — known as the “de minimis” loophole…
Trump shifts blame as economy shrinks slightly in first quarter
(NBC)- Under mounting pressure from troubling economic signs, President Trump is deflecting blame as new government data shows the U.S. economy contracted slightly during the first quarter of the year. According to a Commerce Department report, the economy shrank amid…
Eleven high school lacrosse players charged in Syracuse hazing case
(CNN)- Eleven students from Westhill High School are facing criminal charges following an alleged hazing incident involving younger teammates on the school's lacrosse team. The Onondaga County District Attorney’s Office confirmed the players have surrendered and face charges of unlawful…
President Trump marks 100 days with rally, defends tariffs and immigration policies
(NBC)- President Donald Trump returned to Michigan to celebrate his first 100 days in office, holding a rally that echoed many of the themes…
Senate may vote to block some of Trump's tariffs amid bipartisan concerns
(CNN)- The Senate could vote as early as today on a resolution aimed at blocking some of President Donald Trump’s tariffs—an effort gaining rare…
President Trump marks 100 days with rally amid tariff debate, immigration controversy
(NBC)- President Donald Trump is marking his 100th day in office today with a rally in Michigan, a key 2024 battleground state and major…
Trump administration reaches tentative auto tariff deal as trade tensions mount
(CNN)- The Trump administration says it has reached a deal with automakers that could ease looming tariff concerns. A proposed 25% duty on most auto parts is set to take effect by Saturday, adding to existing tariffs on steel, aluminum,…
President Trump returns to U.S. after Pope Francis’ funeral, faces growing challenges
(NBC)-President Trump is back stateside after attending the funeral of Pope Francis in Italy over the weekend. While in Rome, the president had a behind-the-scenes meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, which both leaders described as positive. In a statement,…
Shooting at Elizabeth City State University leaves one dead, six injured
(CNN)- One person is dead and six others are injured following a shooting at Elizabeth City State University (ECSU), a historically Black university on the…
Thousands pay final respects as Pope Francis lies in state
(NBC)- Tens of thousands have filed past the simple wooden casket of Pope Francis, paying their final respects to a leader who asked to be remembered…
Measles could become endemic in U.S. If vaccination rates don’t improve, experts warn
(CNN)- A new study warns that measles—once declared eliminated in the U.S. back in 2000—could make a permanent comeback if vaccination rates continue…
Thousands gather at the Vatican to mourn Pope Francis
(NBC)- People from across the globe stood for hours just to spend a few quiet moments honoring Pope Francis as he lies in state. “Walking in, it's…
Twelve states sue Trump administration over controversial tariff powers
(CNN)- A coalition of twelve states is taking legal action against the Trump administration, challenging President Donald Trump’s claim that he can impose tariffs unilaterally under the…
Funeral preparations for Pope Francis underway as world mourns
(NBC)-Pope Francis has returned to St. Peter’s Basilica one final time, his body now lying in state through Friday evening as mourners from across the globe arrive…
Trump softens stance on tariffs and fed chair amid grim economic forecast
(CNN)- President Donald Trump is dialing back two of his most controversial economic positions, but a new report from the International Monetary Fund (IMF)…
Tributes pour in for Pope Francis as Vatican begins funeral rites
(NBC)- As tributes continue to pour in for Pope Francis—known by many as the “People’s Pope”—the Catholic Church begins the solemn process of mourning…
Flooding hits U.S. cities on Earth Day as deadly storms leave destruction behind
(CNN)- Parts of the United States are grappling with dangerous flood conditions this Earth Day, following a weekend of deadly storms that have…