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Border Patrol agents placed on leave after fatal Minneapolis shooting as tensions rise
(NBC)- The two U.S. Border Patrol agents who fired their weapons in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis are on administrative…
Morning Business Report: Federal Reserve holds interest rates as markets and consumers watch next moves
(LILAMAX) - The Federal Reserve has entered a new holding pattern on interest rates, signaling it is in no rush to…
Weekend Watch: Middle Georgia events include concerts, races and workshops
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Middle Georgia residents looking for weekend activities have plenty of options, from live music and fitness events to creative workshops and wellness gatherings. Music…
Arctic blast brings record-breaking cold to Washington, D.C. and eastern U.S.
(CNN)- Officials in the nation’s capital are warning residents that the brutal winter weather gripping the region is far from over, with dangerously cold temperatures…
Extreme cold watch issued for Middle Georgia counties this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- An extreme cold watch is in effect from Saturday evening through Sunday afternoon for multiple counties across Middle Georgia in the 41NBC coverage area. Counties included in the watch are Hancock, Monroe, Jones, Baldwin, Washington, Taylor, Crawford,…
Bibb County Sheriff’s Office investigating inmate death at law enforcement center
(UPDATE 11:20AM): Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones has identified the person found dead at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center as Quintavous Vincent. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-…
Winter Storm Watch expanded to include more Middle Georgia counties
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Jones, Baldwin, Twiggs, Wilkinson, Hancock and Washington counties, warning of potential snow and dangerously low temperatures beginning Friday evening. The National Weather Service (NWS) announced the…
Arena construction team named, primary care clinic opens, gas prices climb
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Macon-Bibb County has selected Barton Malow, in association with Sheridan Construction, to manage construction of the new Macon Arena, a major project that…
Another cold & dry day before rain showers arrive
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Cool and dry conditions continue again today under the influence of northwesterly flow and high pressure at the surface. A second push of dry air has nudged dewpoints into the teens and twenties across a wide…
Protesters march in downtown Macon over killing of Alex Pretti
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Members of the Middle Georgia Democratic Socialists of America marched in downtown Macon Wednesday night in response to the recent killing of…
Houston County plans new drinking water treatment facility amid growth
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Houston County leaders are taking steps toward building a new water treatment plant to keep up with the county’s rapid growth.…
Federal Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged even as Trump continues to insist they be lowered
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve pushed the pause button on its interest rate cuts Wednesday, leaving its key rate unchanged at about 3.6% after lowering it three times last year. Chair Jerome Powell said at a news conference after…
BBB, police warn taxpayers to watch for scams during filing season
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The IRS has opened the 2025 tax filing season, with returns due by April 15, and officials say now is the…
UPDATE: Location, time set for Edward Foster District 5 commission announcement Friday
UPDATE (1/28/26): Edward Foster's campaign says his official announcement is set for Friday, January 30 at 5:30 p.m. at Greater Zion Hill Baptist Church,…
More cloud cover rolls in Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Cloud cover will begin to ramp up Thursday ahead of the next weathermaker. This Evening It’s been a sunny afternoon around Middle Georgia and skies will stay clear through tonight. Conditions should be colder than last…
Deputies: Two arrested after chase linked to Bibb County church burglary investigation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Macon man was one of two people taken into custody after a brief vehicle chase connected to a commercial…
Atrium Health Navicent raises minimum wage for staff in Georgia to $18.85 per hour
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Atrium Health Navicent announced Wednesday it is raising the minimum starting wage for eligible teammates in Georgia to $18.85…
Emmylou Harris to perform at Piedmont Grand Opera House in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Grammy-winning artist Emmylou Harris will perform at the Piedmont Grand Opera House in Macon on Saturday, March 21, according to a news release. Graystone Promotions said it will present An Evening with Emmylou Harris at 7:30…
UPDATE: GBI says 21-year-old Warner Robins man charged in shooting of officer and woman
UPDATE (8 p.m.): The Georgia Bureau…
Cool and cloudy Friday; snow odds increasing for Saturday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Cloud cover will be abundant and temperatures will remain below average ahead of another winter weather system this weekend. This Evening Clouds have been increasing throughout the afternoon, however a bit of clearing will be possible…
Deputies arrest man after reported armed home invasion in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Macon man has been arrested in connection with a home invasion reported Thursday afternoon on Riverside Drive, according to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office said deputies…
Weekend Watch: Middle Georgia events include concerts, races and workshops
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Middle Georgia residents looking for weekend activities have plenty of options, from live music and fitness events to creative workshops and wellness gatherings. Music…
Extreme cold watch issued for Middle Georgia counties this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- An extreme cold watch is in effect from Saturday evening through Sunday afternoon for multiple counties across Middle Georgia in the 41NBC coverage area. Counties included in the watch are Hancock, Monroe, Jones, Baldwin, Washington, Taylor, Crawford,…
Bibb County Sheriff’s Office investigating inmate death at law enforcement center
(UPDATE 11:20AM): Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones has identified the person found dead at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center as Quintavous Vincent. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)-…
Winter Storm Watch expanded to include more Middle Georgia counties
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Jones, Baldwin, Twiggs, Wilkinson, Hancock and Washington counties, warning of potential snow and dangerously low temperatures beginning Friday evening. The National Weather Service (NWS) announced the…
Arena construction team named, primary care clinic opens, gas prices climb
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Macon-Bibb County has selected Barton Malow, in association with Sheridan Construction, to manage construction of the new Macon Arena, a major project that…
Protesters march in downtown Macon over killing of Alex Pretti
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Members of the Middle Georgia Democratic Socialists of America marched in downtown Macon Wednesday night in response to the recent killing of…
Houston County plans new drinking water treatment facility amid growth
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Houston County leaders are taking steps toward building a new water treatment plant to keep up with the county’s rapid growth.…
BBB, police warn taxpayers to watch for scams during filing season
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The IRS has opened the 2025 tax filing season, with returns due by April 15, and officials say now is the…
UPDATE: Location, time set for Edward Foster District 5 commission announcement Friday
UPDATE (1/28/26): Edward Foster's campaign says his official announcement is set for Friday, January 30 at 5:30 p.m. at Greater Zion Hill Baptist Church,…
More cloud cover rolls in Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Cloud cover will begin to ramp up Thursday ahead of the next weathermaker. This Evening It’s been a sunny afternoon around Middle Georgia and skies will stay clear through tonight. Conditions should be colder than last…
Deputies: Two arrested after chase linked to Bibb County church burglary investigation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Macon man was one of two people taken into custody after a brief vehicle chase connected to a commercial…
Atrium Health Navicent raises minimum wage for staff in Georgia to $18.85 per hour
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Atrium Health Navicent announced Wednesday it is raising the minimum starting wage for eligible teammates in Georgia to $18.85…
Emmylou Harris to perform at Piedmont Grand Opera House in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Grammy-winning artist Emmylou Harris will perform at the Piedmont Grand Opera House in Macon on Saturday, March 21, according to a news release. Graystone Promotions said it will present An Evening with Emmylou Harris at 7:30…
State Sen. David Lucas introduces bill to expand Medicaid statewide in Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- State Senator David Lucas, a Democrat from Macon, has introduced Senate Bill 380, legislation aimed at expanding Medicaid statewide in Georgia.…
Casey Fleckenstein named CEO of Monroe County Hospital
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Monroe County Hospital Authority Board voted Jan. 22 to promote Casey Fleckenstein to chief executive officer. Fleckenstein brings more than 20 years of experience…
Extreme cold watch issued for Middle Georgia counties this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- An extreme cold watch is in effect from Saturday evening through Sunday afternoon for multiple counties across Middle Georgia in the 41NBC coverage area. Counties included in the watch are Hancock, Monroe, Jones, Baldwin, Washington, Taylor, Crawford,…
Arena construction team named, primary care clinic opens, gas prices climb
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Macon-Bibb County has selected Barton Malow, in association with Sheridan Construction, to manage construction of the new Macon Arena, a major project that…
State Sen. David Lucas introduces bill to expand Medicaid statewide in Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- State Senator David Lucas, a Democrat from Macon, has introduced Senate Bill 380, legislation aimed at expanding Medicaid statewide in Georgia.…
FBI executes search warrant at Fulton County elections office
By KATE BRUMBACK Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) - FBI agents were executing a search warrant at the Fulton County elections office near Atlanta on Wednesday, an agency spokesperson confirmed. An FBI spokesperson said agents were “executing a court authorized law…
Sen. Ossoff calls for accountability after Minnesota incidents, urges peaceful protests in Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff on Wednesday sharply criticized federal law enforcement actions tied to recent events in Minnesota, calling them “lawless chaos” and urging accountability, investigations, and respect for constitutional rights. Speaking to reporters, Ossoff said masked…
Federal officials warn Georgians of scam impersonating prosecutors and law enforcement
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Federal authorities are warning the public about scammers impersonating prosecutors and law enforcement officers in an effort to steal money and…
Georgia shoppers stock up on essentials ahead of winter weather
(NBC)- As winter weather approaches, shoppers across metro Atlanta are focusing on the basics — bread, milk, snacks, and emergency supplies — without overwhelming store aisles.…
UPDATE: GDC confirms fourth inmate death tied to Washington State Prison disturbance
UPDATE (1/22/26): The Georgia Department of Corrections confirmed Thursday that a fourth inmate involved in a "disturbance" at Washington State Prison earlier this month has…
Clark Dean makes case for ‘outsider’ leadership in Georgia governor’s race
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia voters will soon begin weighing their options in the race for governor, with the primary election set for May 19…
Portions of Middle Georgia now included in Winter Storm Watch
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The National Weather Service has expanded the Winter Storm Watch to include portions of 41NBC coverage area, including Baldwin, Hancock, Jones, and Washington Counties. According to the NWS. a large swath of Georgia could see significant icing…
Georgia economy sees forest industry losses, rail expansion, and new business growth
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Georgia is facing a mix of economic challenges and development, from losses in the forest industry to new investments in infrastructure,…
Gov. Kemp declares statewide emergency ahead of winter storm
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Governor Brian Kemp declared a statewide state of emergency Thursday as Georgia prepares for the expected impacts of a winter storm this weekend. Kemp also directed the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency to activate the…
State, county agencies, and Georgia Power warn of potential ice, power outages, and travel hazards
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Emergency management officials across Georgia are urging residents to prepare for possible winter weather this weekend, warning of travel disruptions, power outages, and dangerous conditions, particularly in north and parts of Middle Georgia. State and local agencies…
Gov. Brian Kemp urges Georgians to prepare as weather system approaches
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Gov. Brian Kemp said he is closely monitoring an incoming weather system as state agencies prepare for potential impacts this weekend. In a statement, Kemp said he is working with state agencies to track the system and…
SpeedFest 2026 postponed at Cordele Motor Speedway due to weather concerns
CORDELE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Officials have postponed SpeedFest 2026 at Cordele Motor Speedway, citing worsening weather forecasts and travel concerns ahead of the annual late model showcase. In a news release Friday night, officials with SpeedFest, the Southern Super Series,…
Widow pushes for police pursuit reform with new state bill
(CNN)- Nearly a year after losing her husband, Kathy Lewis says the pain still feels fresh. “To me, it still seems like yesterday. It was very…
Why Bernice King sees MLK Day as a 'saving grace' in today's political climate
ATLANTA (AP) — Against a backdrop of political division and upheaval, the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s daughter said the holiday honoring her father's legacy comes as “somewhat of a saving grace” this year. “I say that because it inserts…
Georgia woman released under new survivor justice law
(CNN)- Freedom sounds like traffic, feels like fresh air, and looks like cars passing by for Nicole Boynton — a woman who spent 23 years behind bars for…
Democrats, White House strike spending deal that would avert government shutdown
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats and the White House struck a deal to avert a partial government shutdown and temporarily fund the Department of Homeland Security on Thursday as they consider new restrictions for President Donald Trump’s surge of immigration enforcement.…
A man impersonating an FBI agent tried to get Luigi Mangione out of jail, authorities say
NEW YORK (AP) — A man falsely claiming to be an FBI agent showed up to a federal jail in New York City on Wednesday night and told officers he had a court order to release Luigi Mangione, authorities said. Mark…
New cold snap adds urgency to winter storm recovery across the South
BELZONI, Miss. (AP) — Hundreds of National Guard troops in ice-stricken Mississippi and Tennessee mobilized Thursday to clear debris and assist people stranded in cars or stuck at homes still without electricity as the Southern states raced to recover from…
Democrats block government funding package in Senate as negotiations continue to avert a shutdown
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats voted to block legislation to fund the Department of Homeland Security and several other agencies Thursday, threatening a partial government shutdown as they continued to negotiate with Republicans and the White House on new restrictions for…
A former Illinois deputy is sentenced to 20 years in prison for killing Sonya Massey
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — A former Illinois sheriff’s deputy was sentenced Thursday to 20 years in prison for fatally shooting Sonya Massey, a Black woman who had dialed 911 to report a possible prowler outside her Springfield home. Sean Grayson, who…
Trump's border czar suggests a possible drawdown in Minnesota, but only after ‘cooperation’
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Trump administration could reduce the number of immigration enforcement officers in Minnesota, but only if state and local officials cooperate, the president's border czar said Thursday, noting he has “zero tolerance” for protesters who assault federal officers or…
Border Patrol agents placed on leave after fatal Minneapolis shooting as tensions rise
(NBC)- The two U.S. Border Patrol agents who fired their weapons in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis are on administrative…
Morning Business Report: Federal Reserve holds interest rates as markets and consumers watch next moves
(LILAMAX) - The Federal Reserve has entered a new holding pattern on interest rates, signaling it is in no rush to…
Arctic blast brings record-breaking cold to Washington, D.C. and eastern U.S.
(CNN)- Officials in the nation’s capital are warning residents that the brutal winter weather gripping the region is far from over, with dangerously cold temperatures…
Federal Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged even as Trump continues to insist they be lowered
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve pushed the pause button on its interest rate cuts Wednesday, leaving its key rate unchanged at about 3.6% after lowering it three times last year. Chair Jerome Powell said at a news conference after…
Partial federal shutdown seems increasingly likely as Democrats demand major changes to ICE
WASHINGTON (AP) — As a partial government shutdown looms at week’s end, Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer has laid out a list of demands for the Department of Homeland Security, including an enforceable code of conduct for federal agents conducting…
Two companies supplied dried milk powder linked to botulism in ByHeart baby formula
Two suppliers provided dried milk powder that could be a culprit in the outbreak of botulism tied to ByHeart infant formula that has sickened dozens of babies, The Associated Press has learned. Organic whole milk powder that tested positive for the type…
Trump signals interest in easing tensions, but Minneapolis sees little change on the streets
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — President Donald Trump seemed to signal a willingness to ease tensions in Minneapolis after a second deadly shooting by federal immigration agents, but there was little evidence Wednesday of any significant changes following weeks of harsh rhetoric and clashes…
Tensions rise in Minneapolis as Rep. Ilhan Omar confronted at town hall
(NBC)- Political tensions in Minneapolis escalated overnight after Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar was confronted at a town hall meeting by a man who attempted…
Morning Business Report: Home deals fall through, market hits record high
(LILAMAX)- A growing number of homebuyers are walking away from purchase agreements as market conditions continue to shift. More than 40,000 signed home purchase agreements…
Sen. Ossoff calls for accountability after Minnesota incidents, urges peaceful protests in Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff on Wednesday sharply criticized federal law enforcement actions tied to recent events in Minnesota, calling them “lawless chaos” and urging accountability, investigations, and respect for constitutional rights. Speaking to reporters, Ossoff said masked…
Deadly Arctic blast leaves dozens dead, disrupts travel nationwide
(CNN)-A powerful Arctic blast sweeping across the United States has left dozens dead and caused widespread travel disruptions, power outages, and dangerous conditions from Texas to the…
Problems at Dublin VA went unaddressed for years, federal watchdog finds
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A new federal watchdog report says serious problems at the VA Dublin Healthcare System lingered for years, largely because regional leaders failed to step in and make sure issues were fully fixed. The report, released by the…
