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Man in critical condition after shooting on Pansy Avenue in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County deputies say a man is in critical condition after being shot Friday morning on Pansy Avenue. According to the…
UPDATE: Woman identified after deadly pedestrian crash in Macon
UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff's Office identified the woman killed Thursday night as 49-year-old Angela Clarice Hester of Warner Robins. UPDATE: Bibb County deputies say they were…
UPDATE: 17-year-old arrested in deadly Shurling Drive shooting
UPDATE: A 17-year-old has been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting on Shurling Drive, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators say Brandon Robinson is charged with…
A brief cooldown for Friday, followed by warming trend for the weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A weakening line of gusty showers and storms associated with a cold front is actively moving through north and Middle Georgia early this morning, dropping 0.25-0.5 inches of rain. Following the frontal passage, deep northwest flow…
AP source: Suspect in Brown University shooting found dead
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A man who is suspected of killing two and wounding several others at Brown University has been found dead in a New Hampshire storage facility, officials said. Claudio Neves Valente, 48, a Brown student and Portuguese…
Democrat LeMario Brown launches State Senate District 18 campaign in Fort Valley
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Supporters gathered in Fort Valley Thursday as Democrats kicked off what they call a push to flip the District 18 seat in an upcoming special election. LeMario Brown officially launched his campaign, introducing himself as…
Life sentence handed down in 2024 Pleezing Food Store murder case
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A year after a man was shot outside of Pleezing Food Store, 20-year-old Javon Brendan Charles has been convicted on multiple charges, including malice murder. According to Houston County District Attorney Eric Edwards, Charles walked…
Sunshine returns Friday along with plenty of wind
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Sunny skies will return following the passing of a cold front overnight tonight, however there will be plenty of wind to go with it. This Evening and Tonight There have been a few showers to this…
Why Project P.A.U.S.E. is launching in Macon amid pedestrian deaths
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety has awarded a $211,425.74 Pedestrian Safety Grant to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office to launch Project P.A.U.S.E., aimed at reducing pedestrian injuries and deaths. The grant will fund…
Adrian man charged after 'violent' home invasion, drug search
ADRIAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 32-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a "violent" home invasion investigation in Johnson County. According to the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office, Aaron Sanchez, of Adrian, was taken into custody December 12 after investigators…
MWA says discolored water remains safe to use as crews investigate reports across Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon Water Authority says it is investigating reports of discolored water after residents across multiple parts of Macon raised concerns on social media this week. Posts shared in neighborhood Facebook groups across town show residents…
Here’s who’s running for Georgia State Senate District 18
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Qualifying has concluded for the State Senate District 18 seat, and the race is now officially set with a diverse group of candidates. Below is the full list of individuals vying for the position: ERIC S. WILSON…
Tech Report: FTC investigates Instacart pricing as shares slide
(LILAMAX)- Shares of grocery delivery service Instacart fell about seven percent in extended trading Wednesday after a report said the U.S. Federal Trade Commission has opened an…
Morning Business Report: Trump reassures economy, stocks fall
(LILAMAX)- President Donald Trump used a prime-time speech to try to reassure Americans about the state of the economy, highlighting what he described as signs of progress while…
Razor blades, fish hook found in Walmart bakery items
(NBC)- Police in Biloxi, Mississippi are warning shoppers to check bakery items carefully after razor blades and even a fish hook were discovered inside groceries sold at local Walmart stores. It’s a disturbing sight few people would expect to find…
Trump highlights accomplishments, blames Democrats in speech
(CNN) - President Donald Trump addressed the nation, using a prime-time speech to tout what he described as major accomplishments over the past year. “We have brought more positive…
MIT professor killed in Brookline home, investigation ongoing
(NBC)- Mystery and heartbreak are hanging over MIT’s campus after a world-renowned nuclear science professor was shot and killed inside his home, sending shockwaves through the scientific community. Neighbors gathered at a vigil near the professor’s building in the Boston…
Rain later this morning, then a brief cooldown for Friday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Satellite imagery shows moisture streaming northeastward ahead of a southern stream shortwave along the Gulf Coast. This is overtop of a still relatively cool area of high pressure along the East Coast. As this shortwave moves…
GBI to conduct autopsy after inmate dies in Bibb County Jail
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of an inmate inside the Bibb County Jail. According to the sheriff’s…
Winter begins this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The shortest day of the year is Sunday which signifies the start of winter, however conditions will not feel very winter like. This Evening Things warmed up throughout this past week leading up to the cold…
Twiggs County Schools announces superintendent retirement, interim leader
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Twiggs County Public Schools is going through leadership transition with the retirement of Superintendent Dr. Mack Bullard and the appointment of an interim superintendent.…
Man in critical condition after shooting on Pansy Avenue in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County deputies say a man is in critical condition after being shot Friday morning on Pansy Avenue. According to the…
UPDATE: Woman identified after deadly pedestrian crash in Macon
UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff's Office identified the woman killed Thursday night as 49-year-old Angela Clarice Hester of Warner Robins. UPDATE: Bibb County deputies say they were…
UPDATE: 17-year-old arrested in deadly Shurling Drive shooting
UPDATE: A 17-year-old has been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting on Shurling Drive, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators say Brandon Robinson is charged with…
Life sentence handed down in 2024 Pleezing Food Store murder case
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A year after a man was shot outside of Pleezing Food Store, 20-year-old Javon Brendan Charles has been convicted on multiple charges, including malice murder. According to Houston County District Attorney Eric Edwards, Charles walked…
Sunshine returns Friday along with plenty of wind
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Sunny skies will return following the passing of a cold front overnight tonight, however there will be plenty of wind to go with it. This Evening and Tonight There have been a few showers to this…
Why Project P.A.U.S.E. is launching in Macon amid pedestrian deaths
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety has awarded a $211,425.74 Pedestrian Safety Grant to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office to launch Project P.A.U.S.E., aimed at reducing pedestrian injuries and deaths. The grant will fund…
Adrian man charged after 'violent' home invasion, drug search
ADRIAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 32-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a "violent" home invasion investigation in Johnson County. According to the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office, Aaron Sanchez, of Adrian, was taken into custody December 12 after investigators…
MWA says discolored water remains safe to use as crews investigate reports across Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Macon Water Authority says it is investigating reports of discolored water after residents across multiple parts of Macon raised concerns on social media this week. Posts shared in neighborhood Facebook groups across town show residents…
Here’s who’s running for Georgia State Senate District 18
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Qualifying has concluded for the State Senate District 18 seat, and the race is now officially set with a diverse group of candidates. Below is the full list of individuals vying for the position: ERIC S. WILSON…
Traffic lights down at Shurling Drive and Millerfield Road after crash
UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff's Office says the single-vehicle crash happened around 2:45 p.m. No life-threatening injuries were reported, and no charges have been filed…
Sprouts Farmers Market plans to open in Warner Robins in 2027
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Sprouts Farmers Market, a national grocery chain focused on fresh and healthy foods, is set to open a new location in Warner Robins. According to the company's public relations department, the store is expected to…
Jones County Sheriff's Office launches second chance employers list
JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Jones County Sheriff’s Office has started a Second Chance Employers List on its website. The list is aimed at helping people who…
Cold front to bring rain and storms Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - After a few days of return flow an incoming cold front will bring showers and thunderstorms to the Peach State Thursday. This Evening Cirrus clouds have dampened the sun around Middle Georgia today, but despite that…
Macon Judicial Circuit launches Project P.A.U.S.E. with state safety grant
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety has awarded a $211,425.74 pedestrian safety grant to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney's Office to launch a new education and outreach initiative aimed at reducing traffic-related injuries and deaths.…
Peach County Toy Drive returns to help families this holiday season
PEACH COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Families in Peach County will have extra support this holiday season thanks to the return of the Peach County Toy Drive, hosted by FANHAM Charities. The nonprofit organization is hosting its 5th annual toy drive…
Porch pirate shooting in Atlanta highlights growing package theft problem
(NBC)- Atlanta police say two teenagers who admitted they were trying to steal freshly delivered packages were shot by a homeowner as they approached the house. Emergency calls captured the chaos, with one caller telling dispatchers, “I think it’s two…
Experts at Piedmont Macon say holidays can be harder while grieving
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Franchetta Trawick, a grief counselor and thanatologist with Piedmont Macon, explained that a thanatologist is a professional who specializes in the…
Powerball Jackpot soars to $1.2 billion as Middle Georgia players try their luck
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Wednesday night’s drawing features an estimated $1.2 billion jackpot, with a cash value of $572.1 million, making it the sixth-largest Powerball jackpot in history. Drawings are held Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 11:00 p.m. ET, giving…
41NBC partners with Salvation Army to help distribute Angel Tree gifts to Middle Georgia families
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The holiday season is a time of joy, but for many families, it can also be a…
Eight Georgia volunteers head west to help with Washington flood relief
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Eight disaster-trained volunteers from the American Red Cross of Georgia are deploying from the state to western Washington to help with relief efforts after catastrophic flooding. According to a news release from the Red Cross, the…
Central Georgia Autism to host annual Christmas Party for families December 13
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Central Georgia Autism is inviting families to celebrate the holidays at its annual Christmas Party on Saturday, December 13. The…
Rev. Dr. Jamal Bryant to headline “Future of Our Families” Summit in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC) - The “Future of Our Families” Strategic Summit & Community Open House will take place at Community Church of God,…
Deck the Paws: Humane Society of Houston County hosting holiday fundraiser in Perry
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Heritage Oaks Park in Perry and will feature…
Forsyth Mayor Eric Wilson to step down to prepare for State Senate District 18 run
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Forsyth Mayor Eric Wilson says he will step down next week to qualify for the January 20…
Special election set for State Senate District 18 in January
ATLANTA (41NBC/WMGT) - A special election will be held January 20 to fill the State Senate District 18 seat vacated by Senator John Kennedy, according to a notice issued Wednesday by Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. The district includes…
Georgia Power plan could cut residential bills after 2028
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia Power says it is proposing future savings for customers, but the changes would not happen right away. The company says it has submitted a proposal to the Georgia Public Service Commission that could lower the…
Annual Christmas Feast & Toy Giveaway happening in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The event will take place on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at Terminal Station, 200 Cherry Street, downtown Macon, starting at 11 a.m. The…
City of Perry imposes 6-month pause on new liquor store licenses
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Last week, the Perry City Council approved a six-month moratorium on issuing liquor licenses. Officials say the move is a precautionary step to review zoning and licensing rules, not a permanent ban. "This temporary pause allows…
Former Vice President Kamala Harris to Bring Her 107 DAYS Book Tour to Macon, GA
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The event will take place on Tuesday, February 11, 2026, at Macon City Auditorium, in partnership with…
Georgia death row inmate seeks delay, citing COVID-era execution agreement
ATLANTA (AP) — Lawyers for a man set to be put to death next week in Georgia argue that an agreement entered into by the state and death penalty defense attorneys during the COVID-19 pandemic should shield their client from execution for…
Fani Willis to face Georgia Senate questions about Trump prosecution, despite legal disputes
ATLANTA (AP) — Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is finally scheduled to appear on Dec. 17 to testify before a special state Senate committee examining her prosecution of President Donald Trump, but lawyers aren’t done arguing over lawmakers' power to haul…
Judge orders Georgia to continue hormone therapy for transgender inmates
ATLANTA (AP) — A federal judge has permanently ordered Georgia's prison system to keep providing some kinds of gender-affirming care for transgender prisoners, although the state plans to appeal. U.S. District Judge Victoria Marie Calvert last week ruled that a new state…
Georgia leaders call for action after self-driving Waymo cars caught illegally passing school buses
(NBC)- Multiple videos obtained by 11Alive show Waymo self-driving cars illegally passing stopped Atlanta Public Schools buses — even with stop signs…
AP source: Suspect in Brown University shooting found dead
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A man who is suspected of killing two and wounding several others at Brown University has been found dead in a New Hampshire storage facility, officials said. Claudio Neves Valente, 48, a Brown student and Portuguese…
Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and family among 7 killed in North Carolina plane crash
STATESVILLE, N.C. (AP) — Former race driver Greg Biffle and members of his family were among seven people who died in a plane crash Thursday in North Carolina, state police said. The business jet erupted into a large fire when…
Tech Report: FTC investigates Instacart pricing as shares slide
(LILAMAX)- Shares of grocery delivery service Instacart fell about seven percent in extended trading Wednesday after a report said the U.S. Federal Trade Commission has opened an…
Morning Business Report: Trump reassures economy, stocks fall
(LILAMAX)- President Donald Trump used a prime-time speech to try to reassure Americans about the state of the economy, highlighting what he described as signs of progress while…
Razor blades, fish hook found in Walmart bakery items
(NBC)- Police in Biloxi, Mississippi are warning shoppers to check bakery items carefully after razor blades and even a fish hook were discovered inside groceries sold at local Walmart stores. It’s a disturbing sight few people would expect to find…
Trump highlights accomplishments, blames Democrats in speech
(CNN) - President Donald Trump addressed the nation, using a prime-time speech to tout what he described as major accomplishments over the past year. “We have brought more positive…
MIT professor killed in Brookline home, investigation ongoing
(NBC)- Mystery and heartbreak are hanging over MIT’s campus after a world-renowned nuclear science professor was shot and killed inside his home, sending shockwaves through the scientific community. Neighbors gathered at a vigil near the professor’s building in the Boston…
Healthcare costs anxiety grows as House GOP skips vote on ACA subsidies
(NBC)- Growing anxiety is building this morning over a potential spike in healthcare costs, as House Republican leaders have decided not to bring a vote on extending Affordable Care Act subsidies that are set to expire in just two weeks.…
Morning Business Report: media merger talks, Venezuela oil blockade, holiday travel surge
(LILAMAX)- Warner Bros. Discovery is signaling it plans to move forward with a buyout offer from Netflix, rejecting a competing bid from Paramount, according to sources familiar with the discussions. Executives at Warner Bros. Discovery have privately raised concerns about…
Trump administration promises affordability gains as economic data shows mixed outlook
(CNN)- The Trump administration is striking an optimistic tone on the economy as President Trump prepares to deliver a prime-time address to the nation tonight, focusing on accomplishments from 2025 and expectations for the year ahead. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent…
Prosecutors charge Nick Reiner with 2 counts of murder in killing of his parents
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rob Reiner’s son Nick Reiner was charged Tuesday with two counts of first-degree murder in the killing of his parents, which stunned their communities in Hollywood and Democratic politics, where both were widely beloved. Nick Reiner, 32, is charged with…
Trump will go to Delaware for the dignified transfer of the 2 National Guard members killed in Syria
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is traveling to Dover Air Force Base in Delaware on Wednesday for a dignified transfer for the two Iowa National Guard members killed in an attack in the Syrian desert that is testing the rapprochement between Washington…
Eight Georgia volunteers head west to help with Washington flood relief
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Eight disaster-trained volunteers from the American Red Cross of Georgia are deploying from the state to western Washington to help with relief efforts after catastrophic flooding. According to a news release from the Red Cross, the…
Hegseth says he won't publicly release video of boat that killed survivors in the Caribbean
WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that the Pentagon will not publicly release unedited video of a strike that killed two survivors of an initial attack on a boat allegedly carrying cocaine in the Caribbean. Hegseth said…
Killings of Rob Reiner and his wife stun Hollywood as son skips court appearance for medical reasons
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles police are set to present a case to prosecutors following Nick Reiner's arrest in the killings of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, which stunned their communities in Hollywood and Democratic politics, where both were widely…
Renewed diplomatic push raises hope for peace in Ukraine
(NBC)- There are renewed hopes for an end to Russia’s war in Ukraine following a second day of U.S.–Ukraine talks in Berlin aimed at brokering a peace…
Morning Business Report: U.S. collects $200B in tariffs as fraud losses surge and markets shift
(LILAMAX) - The United States has collected more than $200 billion in tariffs this year following new duties imposed by President…
Congress races to avert Obamacare premium spike as subsidy deadline nears
(CNN)- New proposals are emerging on Capitol Hill as lawmakers scramble to prevent healthcare costs from surging for millions of Americans ahead of a looming…
