WMGT-TV (Macon, GA)

WMGT-TV has been an NBC affiliate since it first went on air as WCWB-TV on September 30, 1968. It was the second commercial station to launch in the Middle Georgia area, going up against a local CBS affiliate that had started in 1953. It wasn't until 1982 that Macon welcomed a full ABC affiliate. The station was established by Charles Woods, a broadcaster from Dothan, Alabama. In 1974, it was sold to a local organization named Bibb Television, Inc. In 1978, Morris took over the station, marking their entry into the broadcasting industry. The station's studios are situated at the transmitter site, which is located 15 miles east of Macon along what is known locally as the "Cochran Short Route" (US-129).

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Temperatures drop a bit to finish the week

1 day ago | 41nbc.com | Aaron Lowery

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After a midweek heat wave temperatures will be closer to normal to finish the week around Middle Georgia. A partly sunny and warm afternoon will give way to a partly cloudy night that may feature a few isolated storms early on. A Level 1 “Marginal” threat for severe weather includes all of Middle Georgia for the possibility of a couple of damaging wind gusts. Overnight lows will be in the upper 60s and lower 70s accompanied by light and variable winds.
Strong wind gusts possible with overnight storms

2 days ago | 41nbc.com | Aaron Lowery

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A cluster of storms coming from South Carolina could bring some damaging winds to parts of Middle Georgia overnight tonight. It’s been the hottest afternoon of the year so far across Middle Georgia with almost every location reaching the 105 degree heat index threshold of the current Heat Advisory (in effect until 8:00 PM EDT). Some spots climbed over 110 with Dublin reaching as high as 115.
Heat continues Wednesday as rain chances climb

3 days ago | 41nbc.com | Aaron Lowery

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will remain above average in the afternoon however storm odds will climb in the evening. Mostly sunny and hot conditions will continue around Middle Georgia the rest of the afternoon and evening. It will be a warm night as well with lows expected in the mid to upper 70s. Wind will be light and variable. Rain is not expected, however a brief shower cannot be ruled out.
Salvation Army opens cooling center during heat wave

3 days ago | 41nbc.com | Finn Balfour

Food and cold water will be available to those in need MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Salvation Army has opened a cooling center amid dangerous heat this week. The cooling center opened Monday at noon, and will stay open while the heat index sits above 110 degrees, according to Social Service Director Dr. Latresa White. Anyone taking shelter at the cooling center can get a meal during their stay. Coolers with ice and water will also be available.
Crimestoppers looking for woman wanted for cruelty to children, abuse of elderly person

4 days ago | 41nbc.com | Monica Diaz-Meek

Today's word of the day: Verify MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sgt. Greg Thomas of Macon Regional Crimestoppers appeared on 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and share the organization’s word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media outlets, police departments and law enforcement agencies across eight Middle Georgia counties to offer anonymous rewards for tips that lead to arrests. The following individuals are currently wanted:Gerald Tate, male.
Major heat on deck for Middle Georgia

4 days ago | 41nbc.com | Aaron Lowery

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will climb into the upper 90s and lower triple digits Tuesday afternoon. It’s been a hot start to the week in Middle Georgia with highs reaching the mid to upper 90s and heat indexes hovering around 100 degrees. There is almost no wind, and that will remain the case into the night. There is a slim chance for one or two showers or a storm, but rain is largely not expected. Clouds from the evening will clear through the late evening and into tonight.
UPDATE: Man arrested for double murder in Wilcox County

4 days ago | 41nbc.com | Monica Diaz-Meek

Holt was arrested by the Wilcox County Sheriff’s Office and other law enforcement agencies. UPDATE (6/23/2025): Quintavis Holt was arrested without incident at about 9:55 p.m. on June 20. Holt was arrested by the Wilcox County Sheriff’s Office and other law enforcement agencies. UPDATE (6/9/25): The Wilcox County Sheriff’s Office says it’s now offering a $1,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to the arrest of a murder suspect.
Warner Robins woman convicted of trafficking 13-year-old girl

4 days ago | 41nbc.com | Monica Diaz-Meek

Carr said 25-year-old Emma-Lee Garcia was convicted of trafficking a minor in Houston County. 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 convicted of trafficking a minor in Houston County.
Two men shot at Forsyth Gardens Apartments, GBI assisting

4 days ago | 41nbc.com | Monica Diaz-Meek

A news release says the shooting happened at 11:30 p.m. June 20 at the Forsyth Gardens Apartments, located at 500 Cabiness Road. FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A person was shot Friday in Forsyth, according to the Forsyth Police Department. A news release says the shooting happened at 11:30 p.m. June 20 at the Forsyth Gardens Apartments, located at 500 Cabiness Road. Officers arrived and found two men with gunshot wounds. The men were taken to the hospital.
Positive Parenting: Keep Your Family Safe in the Storm

1 week ago | 41nbc.com | Monica Diaz-Meek

The tropical Atlantic is heating up again and the forecast calls for an active hurricane season. 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 are predicting 19 storms to form this season, nine of which will become hurricanes and four of which will reach category 3 status or stronger.