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Deputies: Inmate dies by apparent suicide at Bibb County Jail
UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff's Office identified the inmate who died Monday night as 41-year-old Wesley Kyle Gautney. Deputies say Gautney was being held in the…
Middle Georgia nurse shares summer heat safety tips for children
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With summer break underway, kids across Middle Georgia are enjoying time outside, but health officials warn that the summer heat can quickly become dangerous without proper precautions.…
Forsyth police searching for missing 59-year-old man last seen Sunday
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Forsyth Police Department is searching for a missing 59-year-old man who was last seen Sunday afternoon, according to a news release…
Crimestoppers looking for woman wanted for cruelty to children, abuse of elderly person
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sgt. Greg Thomas of Macon Regional Crimestoppers appeared on 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and share the organization’s…
Major heat on deck for Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will climb into the upper 90s and lower triple digits Tuesday afternoon. This Evening It’s been a hot start to the week in Middle…
Macon Violence Prevention partner offering literacy, family bonding classes as part of effort to reduce violence
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A literacy group is inviting families to register for free weekly classes designed to strengthen family…
Centerville to host annual Independence Day Celebration with fireworks, food and live music
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Centerville will hold its annual Independence Day Celebration on Friday, June 27, at…
Heat advisory issued for Middle Georgia with dangerous heat index up to 107
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for a large portion of Georgia, including Middle Georgia cities such as Macon, Warner Robins, Dublin, Milledgeville, Forsyth, Perry, and Fort Valley, effective from 1 p.m. Tuesday, June…
UPDATE: Man arrested for double murder in Wilcox County
UPDATE (6/23/2025): Quintavis Holt was arrested without incident at about…
Warner Robins woman convicted of trafficking 13-year-old girl
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warner Robins woman has been convicted of trafficking a 13-year-old, according to Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr. Carr said 25-year-old Emma-Lee Garcia was…
US confirms no casualties from Iran’s attack on base in Qatar
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran launched a limited missile attack Monday on a U.S. military base in Qatar, retaliating for the American bombing of its nuclear sites but indicating it was prepared to step back from escalating…
Two juveniles shot at Forsyth Gardens Apartments, GBI assisting
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two juveniles were shot Friday in Forsyth, according to the Forsyth Police Department. A news release says the shooting happened at 11:30 p.m.…
The heat is on
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A large upper level ridge continues to build over the Eastern U.S. As this occurs temperatures will climb leading to dry conditions. The core of the most intense heat will occur over the Ohio Valley and…
Skydiver killed in parachute collision at Upson County airport
THOMASTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 48-year-old skydiver from Locust Grove was killed Saturday afternoon after a mid-air parachute collision at Skydive Atlanta in Upson County, according to the Upson County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded at 4:22 p.m. to the Thomaston-Upson…
US has struck 3 Iranian nuclear sites, Trump says, joining Israeli air campaign
By AAMER MADHANI Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says the U.S. military struck three sites in Iran, directly joining Israel’s effort to decapitate the country’s nuclear program in a risky gambit to weaken a longtime foe amid…
Positive Parenting: Keep Your Family Safe in the Storm
FALMOUTH, Massachusetts- June 1st marks the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season, a five-month stretch where we keep a close eye on the tropical Atlantic. Forecasters…
The Social Duck set to open soon in downtown Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – New businesses continue to make downtown Macon their home. Among the latest additions is "The Social Duck," a unique entertainment center that is just days away from opening its doors. Mark Bell, the general manager,…
Crankin’ up the heat for the first weekend of summer
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will climb into the mid to upper 90s with heat indexes pushing the triple digits over the weekend. This Evening It’s…
Bibb County Sheriff's Office searching for suspects in armed robbery, attempted motel heist
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is looking for two men who committed an armed robbery at a truck stop and attempted to rob another business minutes later, according to a news release. Deputies are investigating a…
Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores June 16-20
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — This week's Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health. The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, June 16 and Friday, June 20. Understanding…
Deputies: Inmate dies by apparent suicide at Bibb County Jail
UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff's Office identified the inmate who died Monday night as 41-year-old Wesley Kyle Gautney. Deputies say Gautney was being held in the…
Middle Georgia nurse shares summer heat safety tips for children
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With summer break underway, kids across Middle Georgia are enjoying time outside, but health officials warn that the summer heat can quickly become dangerous without proper precautions.…
Forsyth police searching for missing 59-year-old man last seen Sunday
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Forsyth Police Department is searching for a missing 59-year-old man who was last seen Sunday afternoon, according to a news release…
Crimestoppers looking for woman wanted for cruelty to children, abuse of elderly person
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sgt. Greg Thomas of Macon Regional Crimestoppers appeared on 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and share the organization’s…
Major heat on deck for Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will climb into the upper 90s and lower triple digits Tuesday afternoon. This Evening It’s been a hot start to the week in Middle…
Macon Violence Prevention partner offering literacy, family bonding classes as part of effort to reduce violence
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A literacy group is inviting families to register for free weekly classes designed to strengthen family…
Centerville to host annual Independence Day Celebration with fireworks, food and live music
CENTERVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The City of Centerville will hold its annual Independence Day Celebration on Friday, June 27, at…
Heat advisory issued for Middle Georgia with dangerous heat index up to 107
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for a large portion of Georgia, including Middle Georgia cities such as Macon, Warner Robins, Dublin, Milledgeville, Forsyth, Perry, and Fort Valley, effective from 1 p.m. Tuesday, June…
UPDATE: Man arrested for double murder in Wilcox County
UPDATE (6/23/2025): Quintavis Holt was arrested without incident at about…
Warner Robins woman convicted of trafficking 13-year-old girl
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Warner Robins woman has been convicted of trafficking a 13-year-old, according to Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr. Carr said 25-year-old Emma-Lee Garcia was…
Two juveniles shot at Forsyth Gardens Apartments, GBI assisting
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two juveniles were shot Friday in Forsyth, according to the Forsyth Police Department. A news release says the shooting happened at 11:30 p.m.…
Skydiver killed in parachute collision at Upson County airport
THOMASTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 48-year-old skydiver from Locust Grove was killed Saturday afternoon after a mid-air parachute collision at Skydive Atlanta in Upson County, according to the Upson County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded at 4:22 p.m. to the Thomaston-Upson…
Positive Parenting: Keep Your Family Safe in the Storm
FALMOUTH, Massachusetts- June 1st marks the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season, a five-month stretch where we keep a close eye on the tropical Atlantic. Forecasters…
Brandon Britt named new men’s basketball coach at Fort Valley State University
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fort Valley State University has named Brandon Britt as the new head coach of its men’s basketball team, the…
The Social Duck set to open soon in downtown Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – New businesses continue to make downtown Macon their home. Among the latest additions is "The Social Duck," a unique entertainment center that is just days away from opening its doors. Mark Bell, the general manager,…
Crankin’ up the heat for the first weekend of summer
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will climb into the mid to upper 90s with heat indexes pushing the triple digits over the weekend. This Evening It’s…
Heat advisory issued for Middle Georgia with dangerous heat index up to 107
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for a large portion of Georgia, including Middle Georgia cities such as Macon, Warner Robins, Dublin, Milledgeville, Forsyth, Perry, and Fort Valley, effective from 1 p.m. Tuesday, June…
Skydiver killed in parachute collision at Upson County airport
THOMASTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 48-year-old skydiver from Locust Grove was killed Saturday afternoon after a mid-air parachute collision at Skydive Atlanta in Upson County, according to the Upson County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded at 4:22 p.m. to the Thomaston-Upson…
State Sen. Larry Walker III named Republican nominee for Georgia Senate president pro tempore
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – State Sen. Larry Walker III (R-Perry) has been named the Republican nominee for President Pro Tempore of the Georgia State Senate. Walker has presided over the 20th senate district since 2015. According to a press release,…
UPDATE: Three men wanted on drug trafficking charges in Macon, now in custody
UPDATE: (6/18/25) - Three Macon men wanted for drug…
Sen. Jason Anavitarte elected Georgia Senate Majority Leader
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Georgia Senate Republican Caucus has elected Sen. Jason Anavitarte (R–Dallas) as Majority Leader of the Georgia State Senate, the caucus announced Tuesday. According to a news release from the Georgia Senate Press Office, Anavitarte will assume…
Ticks, snakes pose health risks as warm season activity increases, doctor warns
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –As Middle Georgians spend more time outdoors this summer, a local physician is urging caution when it comes to two often-overlooked…
UPDATE: Jones County teen found safe
UPDATE: The Jones County Sheriff’s Office says Aubree Dews has been located and is safe. ORIGINAL STORY: GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Jones County Sheriff's Office is asking for help finding a missing teenager. According to the sheriff's office, 14-year-old…
Man arrested near High Falls on drug, firearm charges
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of selling drugs in the High Falls area. According to a news release,…
Father's Day Lakeside event happening this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sipp's Entertainment is hosting its annual Father’s Day Lakeside event this weekend in honor of Father’s Day. The event will be held from 9 a.m.…
Georgia AG warns violent protesters could face domestic terrorism charges
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr issued a public safety warning on Wednesday that said while peaceful protest is protected under the Constitution, violence in the name of public policy will not be tolerated in the state.…
New state senate committee looks to tackle chronic absenteeism in Georgia schools
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia General Assembly is increasing its efforts to fight chronic absenteeism in schools. The state senate recently announced the…
Homeless man fatally hit by train in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A homeless man was fatally hit by a train on Saturday, according to Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones. According to Jones, the fatality happened…
Local law enforcement warning residents about new text message scam
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgians, beware! There is a new text message scam targeting drivers. Monroe County Sheriff Brad Freeman warns criminals are using deceptive tactics to…
Mercer University to host LAFC practices ahead of FIFA Club World Cup in Atlanta
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State Sen. John F. Kennedy talks bid for lieutenant governor
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — On Monday, Georgia State Sen. John F. Kennedy (R-Macon) threw his hat into the ring to be next lieutenant governor of Georgia.…
Emory Healthcare, Houston Healthcare finalize partnership to expand services in Middle Georgia
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Emory Healthcare and Houston Healthcare have finalized a partnership aimed at expanding access to high-quality health care services across…
Three people arrested after drugs, stolen IDs found in U-Haul in Twiggs County
DANVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Three people were arrested early Monday after deputies found drugs and stolen identification documents in a parked U-Haul, according…
Georgia to issue third surplus tax refunds starting this week, up to $500 per household
ATLANTA (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia will begin issuing a third round of one-time surplus tax refunds this week to eligible taxpayers, according to a news release from Governor Brian Kemp’s office. The refunds, made possible through House Bill 112 passed during…
Middle East conflict follow President Trump to NATO Talks
(CNN)- President Donald Trump is attending the NATO Summit today, with rising tensions in the Middle East casting a shadow over the agenda. Lawmakers in Washington are…
US has struck 3 Iranian nuclear sites, Trump says, joining Israeli air campaign
By AAMER MADHANI Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says the U.S. military struck three sites in Iran, directly joining Israel’s effort to decapitate the country’s nuclear program in a risky gambit to weaken a longtime foe amid…
Israel assesses damage from Iranian strikes as U.S. weighs military role
(NBC)- Israel is assessing the damage this morning after a new wave of Iranian airstrikes struck multiple locations, including a major hospital in southern Israel…
Juneteenth celebrated nationwide
(CNN)- Cities across the country are honoring Juneteenth, the nation’s youngest federal holiday marking the end of slavery in the United States. “More and more people in our community are starting to understand…
Tensions rise as President Trump weighs military options against Iran
(NBC)- Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, President Donald Trump is facing a critical decision inside the White House: how far the U.S. should go…
Federal Reserve expected to hold interest rates amid global uncertainty
(CNN)- As economic tensions rise overseas, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve today as it prepares to announce its latest decision on interest rates. Most…
Trump leaves G7 summit early amid rising tensions in Middle East
(CNN)-President Donald Trump abruptly departed the G7 summit in Canada, citing urgent national security matters related to Iran and its escalating conflict with Israel. “I…
Trump seeks diplomatic breakthrough at G7 as tensions escalate between Israel and Iran
(NBC)- President Donald Trump turned his focus to the global stage today, arriving in Canada for the Group of Seven summit amid growing…
Suspect captured after 40-hour manhunt in Minnesota political killings
(NBC)- After more than 40 hours on the run, authorities have captured Vance Boelter—ending what’s being called the largest manhunt in Minnesota’s history. Boelter is accused of murdering State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, and severely injuring State…
Rising Middle East tensions could drive U.S. gas prices higher
(CNN)-As tensions escalate between Israel and Iran, Americans may soon feel the impact at the gas pump. According to analysts, the rising conflict is sending oil…
Appeals court pauses order to transfer control of California National Guard amid protests
(CNN)- An appeals court has temporarily allowed President Donald Trump to retain control of California National Guard troops, delaying an earlier ruling that…
ICE protests spread and military presence grows in Los Angeles
(NBC)-As protests against U.S. immigration raids intensify nationwide, the spotlight remains on Los Angeles, where thousands of National Guard troops are already deployed and 700 Marines…
Anti-ICE protests escalate in Los Angeles as Marines prepare for deployment
(CNN)-Chants of “ICE! ICE!” and “Please go home” echoed through downtown streets as protesters called for an end to immigration enforcement policies they say unfairly…
Trump defends troop deployment to L.A. amid immigration protests and state backlash
(NBC)- The streets of downtown Los Angeles remained largely calm overnight after Mayor Karen Bass enforced a mandatory curfew in response to escalating protests…
Thousands protest ICE as tensions rise nationwide
(CNN)- Demonstrators chanting “ICE out of New York!” and other slogans filled streets in cities across the country this week, protesting Immigration and Customs Enforcement policies under President Donald…
Nationwide protests erupt over ICE raids and military deployment in Los Angeles
(CNN)- Chants echoed through the streets of cities across the country as anti-ICE demonstrations intensified this week. The protests were sparked by recent immigration workplace…
Trump defends deployment of National Guard to Los Angeles amid ongoing unrest
(NBC)- Violent unrest in downtown Los Angeles has entered its fourth day, prompting President Donald Trump to defend his controversial decision to deploy National…
U.S. and China resume high-stakes trade talks in London
(CNN)- Top U.S. and Chinese officials are meeting in London today in an effort to finalize a long-anticipated trade deal, following a recent phone call between President…
