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Morning Business Report: New car payments hit record high as World Cup ratings soar
(LILAMAX)- The average monthly payment for a new vehicle has reached a record high. A new LendingTree report, citing Experian data for…
Partial collapse threat prompts evacuations at Manhattan high-rise
(NBC)- A major emergency response unfolded in Midtown Manhattan after structural concerns raised fears that a high-rise under construction could partially collapse. Construction workers reported buckling columns and…
National Archives brings historic documents to Michigan for America's 250th
(CNN)- As the United States continues celebrating its 250th anniversary, some of the nation's most treasured historical documents have arrived in Michigan for a special public…
Family says injured Jones County firefighter will be removed from life support
JULIETTE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The family of a Jones County volunteer firefighter critically injured when a cemetery monument fell on him says he will be removed from life support Thursday. 52-year-old Brett McMichael was injured June 26 while cutting grass…
Atrium Health Navicent shares tips to stay safe in Middle Georgia heat
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - As temperatures and humidity increase across Middle Georgia, Atrium Health Navicent is encouraging people to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses. Justin Malcolm…
New details: Four puppies were incinerated at Monroe County Animal Shelter
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Four puppies were killed and incinerated at the Monroe County Animal Shelter, leading to felony charges for a county animal control officer.…
Girls Dig Deeper opens registration for Macon summer program
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Girls Dig Deeper Initiative is hosting its third annual Summer in the City Learning Experience for teenage girls in Macon. The program is open to girls ages 13 to 17 and will be held July…
The dog days of summer have arrived
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It’s that time of year where every afternoon is hot and muggy and an isolated storm is the best way to hope for a cooldown each day. This Evening A partly cloudy and hot afternoon will…
Downtown Macon French Fry Fight returns with 20-plus restaurants
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Downtown Macon’s French Fry Fight returns Wednesday with more than 20 restaurants competing for the Super Spud Trophy. The 5th annual Downtown Macon French Fry Fight runs July 8-10, with the final day falling on National…
Hazy, hot and humid is the summertime song for Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - We are in the thick of summer as temperatures continue to trend at or slightly above average. A warm and humid airmass remains in place across North and Middle Georgia through the forecast period with heat…
Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores June 29-July 3
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…
Macon event will offer free screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol and more
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Atrium Health Navicent and Loaves & Fishes Ministry will offer free health screenings Wednesday, July 8, in Macon. The event will be held from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Loaves and Fishes, located at 651 Martin Luther…
Trump to meet with Zelenskyy as Ukraine war tops international agenda
(NBC)- President Donald Trump is set to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as international leaders work to advance efforts to end Russia's war in…
Morning Business Report: Walmart cuts prices as Dow closes above 53,000
(LILAMAX)- Walmart is lowering prices on thousands of products, with discounts taking effect immediately. Ground beef prices are dropping by 12%, cherries are being cut…
Maine Democratic Senate nominee faces rape allegation amid calls to exit race
(NBC)- Maine's Democratic Party is calling on its U.S. Senate nominee, Graham Platner, to end his campaign after a woman accused him of rape.…
Flash flooding drenches Northeast as more storms threaten
(CNN)- Communities across the Northeast are cleaning up after days of heavy rain triggered dangerous flash flooding, with more storms expected to bring additional rainfall to already saturated…
Twiggs deputies issue 179 speeding citations during safety campaign
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office says deputies made four DUI arrests and issued 179 speeding citations during the Operation Zero Tolerance campaign from June 29 through July 5. According to the sheriff's office, deputies conducted one speed…
Museum of Aviation looking for weekly volunteers
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Museum of Aviation at Robins Air Force Base is seeking volunteers interested in Air Force history. In a Facebook post Monday, the museum said it is looking for volunteers who are at least 17…
Downtown Macon's French Fry Fight returns with 22 restaurants competing for Super Spud Trophy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Downtown Macon is once again celebrating one of its most popular summer food events. Hosted by NewTown Macon, the event invites customers to visit participating restaurants during regular business hours, order each location's featured fry creation…
Macon-Bibb families can register children for free swim lessons
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Macon-Bibb County Recreation Department is hosting a free water safety and swim lesson program for children at the South Bibb Recreation Center. The Safety Around Water program is being offered in partnership with State Rep. Tangie…
Family says injured Jones County firefighter will be removed from life support
JULIETTE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The family of a Jones County volunteer firefighter critically injured when a cemetery monument fell on him says he will be removed from life support Thursday. 52-year-old Brett McMichael was injured June 26 while cutting grass…
Atrium Health Navicent shares tips to stay safe in Middle Georgia heat
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - As temperatures and humidity increase across Middle Georgia, Atrium Health Navicent is encouraging people to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses. Justin Malcolm…
New details: Four puppies were incinerated at Monroe County Animal Shelter
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Four puppies were killed and incinerated at the Monroe County Animal Shelter, leading to felony charges for a county animal control officer.…
Girls Dig Deeper opens registration for Macon summer program
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Girls Dig Deeper Initiative is hosting its third annual Summer in the City Learning Experience for teenage girls in Macon. The program is open to girls ages 13 to 17 and will be held July…
The dog days of summer have arrived
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - It’s that time of year where every afternoon is hot and muggy and an isolated storm is the best way to hope for a cooldown each day. This Evening A partly cloudy and hot afternoon will…
Downtown Macon French Fry Fight returns with 20-plus restaurants
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Downtown Macon’s French Fry Fight returns Wednesday with more than 20 restaurants competing for the Super Spud Trophy. The 5th annual Downtown Macon French Fry Fight runs July 8-10, with the final day falling on National…
Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores June 29-July 3
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…
Macon event will offer free screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol and more
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Atrium Health Navicent and Loaves & Fishes Ministry will offer free health screenings Wednesday, July 8, in Macon. The event will be held from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Loaves and Fishes, located at 651 Martin Luther…
Twiggs deputies issue 179 speeding citations during safety campaign
JEFFERSONVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office says deputies made four DUI arrests and issued 179 speeding citations during the Operation Zero Tolerance campaign from June 29 through July 5. According to the sheriff's office, deputies conducted one speed…
Museum of Aviation looking for weekly volunteers
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Museum of Aviation at Robins Air Force Base is seeking volunteers interested in Air Force history. In a Facebook post Monday, the museum said it is looking for volunteers who are at least 17…
Telfair County K9 Maverick receives protective vest
TELFAIR COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Telfair County Sheriff’s Office K9 has received new protective body armor through a donation from a nonprofit organization. The sheriff’s office says K9 Maverick received a bullet and stab protective vest from Vested Interest…
Houston County sheriff explains how Flock cameras work amid privacy concerns
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -Houston County is one of several Georgia counties using flock cameras to help law enforcement. Some residents are raising questions about…
Former NBA player Sharone Wright gives back through Macon youth basketball camp
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Former NBA player Sharone Wright is using basketball to create opportunities for the next generation. Wright is hosting the 478 Hoops…
UPDATE: Monroe County animal control officer charged with felony animal cruelty
UPDATE: Four puppies were killed and incinerated at the Monroe County Animal Shelter, leading to felony charges for a county animal control officer, according to Sheriff Brad Freeman. ORIGINAL STORY: MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Monroe County animal control…
Macon crash among 12 deaths reported during Georgia holiday travel period
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Georgia Department of Public Safety says 12 people have died in crashes statewide during the holiday travel period, including two people killed in a crash on I-75 North in Macon. The agency also reports 424 DUI…
Perry sets public meeting on future community priorities
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The City of Perry is inviting residents to participate in a Comprehensive Plan public meeting on July 9, 2026. The meeting will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Houston County Board of Education Central…
Macon crash among 12 deaths reported during Georgia holiday travel period
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Georgia Department of Public Safety says 12 people have died in crashes statewide during the holiday travel period, including two people killed in a crash on I-75 North in Macon. The agency also reports 424 DUI…
Data center fight brings both parties together in Jasper County
MONTICELLO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Organizers of a public hearing to protest a Jasper County data center development say sources bound by nondisclosure agreements have indicated that Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has targeted land in Jasper County and another site…
Atlanta Harvest owner says racial slur carved into watermelon won't stop community mission
(CNN)- The owner of Atlanta Harvest says he was shocked after discovering a racial slur carved into one of the business's watermelons, but…
Son charged in killing of mother of NFL veteran Calais Campbell
(NBC)- A 41-year-old man is facing murder charges after police say he killed his mother, the mother of NFL veteran Calais Campbell, inside her Buckhead…
Former Georgia teacher indicted on nearly 30 sex crime charges
(CNN)- A former Alexander High School teacher is facing nearly 30 criminal charges after a Douglas County grand jury indicted her on allegations of sexual misconduct…
Tim Dugger to perform before Quaker State 400 at EchoPark
HAMPTON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Country singer and songwriter Tim Dugger will perform a pre-race concert before the Quaker State 400 at EchoPark Speedway on Sunday, July 12. EchoPark Speedway announced Wednesday that Dugger will perform at the Cracker Barrel Fan…
Georgia Republican legislative leaders reject governor's call for 2028 redistricting
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia’s Republican legislative leaders on Wednesday rejected Gov. Brian Kemp’s call to redraw congressional and legislative districts during a special session, citing concerns about moving too quickly after a U.S. Supreme Court decision weakened federal Voting Rights Act protections for minority voters. House…
Rick Jackson beats Burt Jones for Georgia GOP governor nomination
ATLANTA (41NBC/WMGT) — Rick Jackson has won Georgia’s Republican nomination for governor, defeating Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in Tuesday's runoff after Jones led the field in last month's primary. Jackson will face Democratic nominee Keisha Lance Bottoms in the November…
Rep. Mike Collins wins Georgia’s GOP Senate nomination and will face Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff
ATLANTA (AP) — Rep. Mike Collins on Tuesday defeated first-time candidate Derek Dooley for the Republican U.S. Senate nomination in Georgia, advancing to face Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff for a seat that will help determine control of Capitol Hill for…
Crawford County girl 'so excited and so humble' to witness World Cup in person
ATLANTA (41NBC/WMGT) – Back in April, Crawford County's Bailey DeWitt and her mother Susanna got the call of a lifetime, which ultimately led to two…
Dooley says Republicans need a political outsider for November
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp stood with Republican U.S. Senate candidate Derek Dooley on Monday as Dooley made the case that Republicans need a political outsider to take on Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff. Dooley and Kemp contrasted Dooley…
Kemp points to shared record in support of Burt Jones campaign
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp publicly supported Lt. Gov. Burt Jones over the weekend in the Republican race for governor. During a news conference Monday morning, Kemp said he views Jones as the best option to defeat Democratic…
Foster children in Georgia to be automatically enrolled in Trump Accounts
ATLANTA (41NBC/WMGT) — Eligible foster children in Georgia will be automatically enrolled in new tax-advantaged investment accounts created under federal law, according to Gov. Brian Kemp’s office. Kemp’s office says the accounts, called "Trump Accounts," are part of First Lady…
Children’s patients inspire Chase Elliott’s Atlanta paint scheme
ATLANTA (41NBC/WMGT) — Dawsonville native and NASCAR Cup Series driver Chase Elliott will race a special baseball-themed No. 9 NAPA Auto Parts Chevrolet at EchoPark Speedway next month to benefit Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. The Chase Elliott Foundation announced Wednesday…
Derek Dooley campaigns with Gov. Brian Kemp in Sandersville ahead of U.S. Senate Runoff Election
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Republican U.S. Senate candidate Derek Dooley campaigned in Sandersville Monday alongside Brian Kemp as part of Dooley’s…
Georgia business leaders spotlight data, electricity as drivers of economic growth
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Leaders from across Georgia gathered in Atlanta this week to discuss the state’s evolving energy sector, with a focus on how data is powering both the economy and daily life. The rapid growth of data centers was…
Officials warn of high E. coli levels in Chattahoochee River
(CNN)- The Chattahoochee River is a popular summer destination for people across metro Atlanta looking to boat, swim and cool off — but officials are warning…
ACC releases early Georgia Tech kickoff times, TV assignments
ATLANTA (41NBC/WMGT) — The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets football team will open the 2026 season in primetime and will have multiple nationally televised games during the first month of the season, according to the ACC. The Atlantic Coast Conference released…
Iran and U.S. exchange new strikes as Trump meets with Zelenskyy
(NBC)- President Donald Trump is meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as renewed fighting between the United States and Iran threatens to derail efforts to…
Morning Business Report: New car payments hit record high as World Cup ratings soar
(LILAMAX)- The average monthly payment for a new vehicle has reached a record high. A new LendingTree report, citing Experian data for…
Partial collapse threat prompts evacuations at Manhattan high-rise
(NBC)- A major emergency response unfolded in Midtown Manhattan after structural concerns raised fears that a high-rise under construction could partially collapse. Construction workers reported buckling columns and…
National Archives brings historic documents to Michigan for America's 250th
(CNN)- As the United States continues celebrating its 250th anniversary, some of the nation's most treasured historical documents have arrived in Michigan for a special public…
Trump to meet with Zelenskyy as Ukraine war tops international agenda
(NBC)- President Donald Trump is set to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as international leaders work to advance efforts to end Russia's war in…
Morning Business Report: Walmart cuts prices as Dow closes above 53,000
(LILAMAX)- Walmart is lowering prices on thousands of products, with discounts taking effect immediately. Ground beef prices are dropping by 12%, cherries are being cut…
Maine Democratic Senate nominee faces rape allegation amid calls to exit race
(NBC)- Maine's Democratic Party is calling on its U.S. Senate nominee, Graham Platner, to end his campaign after a woman accused him of rape.…
Flash flooding drenches Northeast as more storms threaten
(CNN)- Communities across the Northeast are cleaning up after days of heavy rain triggered dangerous flash flooding, with more storms expected to bring additional rainfall to already saturated…
Recall Watch List: Aldi food, dog food, toys and household products recalled
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Several recalls could affect products people already have in their homes, including food, pet food, a children’s toy, grill brushes, air…
This week in history: Amazon, Althea Gibson and NASA's final shuttle mission
(CNN)- On July 5, 1994, Jeff Bezos and his then-wife, MacKenzie Scott, founded a company called Cadabra. The business was briefly renamed Relentless before…
Trump celebrates America's 250th before overseas meetings
(NBC)- President Donald Trump is departing for the NATO summit in Turkey, where he is expected to meet with European allies at a pivotal moment for the military alliance.…
Trump heads to NATO summit
(CNN)- President Donald Trump is traveling to Turkey this week for the NATO summit, where he will meet with leaders from North America and Europe following the nation's 250th Independence Day…
Multiple shootings erupt across U.S. during Fourth of July weekend
(CNN)- Several communities across the country are mourning after a series of shootings turned Fourth of July weekend celebrations into tragedy. In Fort Wayne, Indiana, one…
Americans celebrate 250th Fourth of July with fireworks and travel surge
(NBC)- Communities across the country are marking America's 250th birthday with fireworks, celebrations and a surge in holiday travel despite dangerous summer heat. Patriotic displays…
Morning Business Report: Jeep named America's most patriotic brand in new survey
(LILAMAX)- According to Brand Keys' annual study, Jeep ranks as the most patriotic brand in America for 2026. The company says brands that authentically…
Record heat strains power grid and disrupts Fourth of July celebrations
(CNN)- A dangerous heat wave continues to grip the East Coast, bringing record temperatures, straining the power grid and forcing changes to some Fourth of…
Trump prepares for America's 250th celebration
(NBC)- President Donald Trump is preparing for the nation's 250th birthday celebration as festivities get underway across the country. Events include tall ships arriving in New York, fireworks displays nationwide…
Morning Business Report: Trump administration plans USMCA changes as Dow reaches record high
(LILAMAX)- The Trump administration says it will not renew the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, or USMCA, in its current form. The decision begins a series…
