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Early morning shooting on Montpelier Avenue in Macon leaves man hospitalized
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is recovering after an early morning shooting in Macon. When deputies arrived in the 2700 block of Montpelier Avenue, they found a 31-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound. Paramedics treated the victim at…
Morning Business Report: Apple, Microsoft Hike Prices Amid Rising Inflation
(LILAMAX)- Consumers could soon pay more for some of their favorite technology products. Apple raised prices on select Macs and iPads Thursday, with increases ranging from…
Supreme Court backs Trump on asylum policy, TPS deportations
(NBC)- The U.S. Supreme Court handed the Trump administration two major victories on immigration Thursday, allowing stricter asylum enforcement and clearing the way for the removal of…
High heat and humidity on tap for the weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - We can expect some residual moisture across the area Friday and another round of showers and isolated thunderstorms across east and Middle Georgia. Our next best chance for some storms will be Saturday as models are…
Bibb County School Board tentatively passes FY 2027 budget
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - On Thursday night, the Bibb County Board of Education held a public hearing on approving the fiscal year 2027 budget. Then voted to tentatively approve it after the…
Macon Habitat for Humanity hands keys to new homeowners
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Five new homeowners received their keys Thursday through Macon Habitat for Humanity, marking another milestone in the organization's…
Houston County launches Academy of Innovation for hands on student learning
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Academy of Innovation is a hybrid program where students combine virtual learning with hands on experience in the classroom and…
Atrium Health's 'Compassion Champions' program supports EMT's mental health
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Atrium Health created a new program 'Compassion Champions' to better support the mental and physical health of its Emergency Medical…
Storm chances and temperatures climb further Friday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Scattered storms are likely throughout the afternoon on Friday as temperatures climb back into the lower 90s across most of Middle Georgia. This Evening A mostly cloudy afternoon with a few showers and storms will become…
Atrium Health Navicent shares summer safety tips as injury-related ER visits rise
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As summer activities increase across Middle Georgia, Atrium Health Navicent is encouraging families to take extra precautions to help prevent injuries. "Injuries are the leading cause…
UPDATE: Suspects identified BOLO in theft by Taking incident
UPDATE: (6/25) - The suspects of the BOLO for the Theft of Scrap Metal have been identified, according to a post on the Monroe County Sheriff's Office's Facebook page this morning. The did not say who the three suspects were…
Death toll rises after powerful earthquakes strike Venezuela
(NBC)- At least 164 people have died and nearly 1,000 others were injured after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela overnight, according to Vice President Delcy Rodríguez. Officials say…
Trump opens America 250 celebration amid Senate policy battles
(NBC)- President Donald Trump kicked off the Great American State Fair on the National Mall, launching a two-week celebration marking the nation's 250th anniversary. During the opening…
Morning Business Report: Social Security debit card changes coming later this year
(LILAMAX)- A major change is coming for Social Security recipients who receive their benefits through the Direct Express debit card program. The U.S. Treasury…
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…
Last cool morning before it gets hot
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will be slightly warmer than yesterday with highs across the region in the middle 80s to lower 90s range. Low temps tonight dipping down into the upper 60s to lower 70s. To begin the extended…
Washington County deputies arrest man during suspected prison drop
DAVISBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Washington County Sheriff's Office says it arrested a Florida man on June 22, after a suspected prison drop. According to the Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle on private property near…
Convicted felon arrested on gun, drug charges in Reynolds
REYNOLDS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A traffic stop for a moving violation in Reynolds on Wednesdasy leads to a felony gun arrest. According to the Reynolds Police Department, it stopped a driver on State Highway 96. Officers say during the stop,…
Man arrested after shots fired reported near Mercer University Drive
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Sheriff's deputies responded to reports of shots fired near Mercer University Drive on Friday morning and made an arrest in connection with the incident, according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. Deputies were called…
Bibb County School Board tentatively passes FY 2027 budget
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - On Thursday night, the Bibb County Board of Education held a public hearing on approving the fiscal year 2027 budget. Then voted to tentatively approve it after the…
Macon Habitat for Humanity hands keys to new homeowners
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Five new homeowners received their keys Thursday through Macon Habitat for Humanity, marking another milestone in the organization's…
Houston County launches Academy of Innovation for hands on student learning
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Academy of Innovation is a hybrid program where students combine virtual learning with hands on experience in the classroom and…
Atrium Health's 'Compassion Champions' program supports EMT's mental health
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Atrium Health created a new program 'Compassion Champions' to better support the mental and physical health of its Emergency Medical…
Storm chances and temperatures climb further Friday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Scattered storms are likely throughout the afternoon on Friday as temperatures climb back into the lower 90s across most of Middle Georgia. This Evening A mostly cloudy afternoon with a few showers and storms will become…
Atrium Health Navicent shares summer safety tips as injury-related ER visits rise
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As summer activities increase across Middle Georgia, Atrium Health Navicent is encouraging families to take extra precautions to help prevent injuries. "Injuries are the leading cause…
UPDATE: Suspects identified BOLO in theft by Taking incident
UPDATE: (6/25) - The suspects of the BOLO for the Theft of Scrap Metal have been identified, according to a post on the Monroe County Sheriff's Office's Facebook page this morning. The did not say who the three suspects were…
Washington County deputies arrest man during suspected prison drop
DAVISBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Washington County Sheriff's Office says it arrested a Florida man on June 22, after a suspected prison drop. According to the Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle on private property near…
Convicted felon arrested on gun, drug charges in Reynolds
REYNOLDS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A traffic stop for a moving violation in Reynolds on Wednesdasy leads to a felony gun arrest. According to the Reynolds Police Department, it stopped a driver on State Highway 96. Officers say during the stop,…
Houston County residents discuss comprehensive plan during town hall
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -Wednesday's comprehensive plan meeting focused on jobs and housing in Houston County. Those who attended the town hall discussed opportunities to support economic growth, workforce development, and…
GEORGIA BUSINESS FOCUS: Costco approval, arena reveal and zoning decisions highlight Middle Georgia’s latest developments
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A roundup of major business expansions, community projects, zoning updates, housing…
Macon-Bibb unveils plans for new $350 million arena
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon-Bibb County unveiled designs Wednesday for a new $350 million arena planned for the current Macon Coliseum site. The new Macon Arena is expected…
Crimestoppers seeking teen wanted for armed robbery in Bibb County
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon Regional Crime Stoppers is spotlighting five individuals wanted by law enforcement agencies across Middle Georgia as part of its ongoing effort to encourage…
Isolated storm chances return Thursday afternoon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Following a couple of drier days some isolated showers and storms will be possible on Thursday. This Evening A partly sunny afternoon will become a partly cloudy and mild night as the northerly winds will become…
12 indicted in Macon drone smuggling scheme that allegedly operated from former daycare
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Twelve people have been indicted in what federal prosecutors describe as the largest federal prosecution to date involving coordinated…
Deputies looking for man accused of Armed Robbery
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help identifying a suspect in connection to an Armed Robbery. They say it happened Tuesday at…
Emory Hospital Warner Robins celebrates one year of serving Middle Georgia
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This month marks the one-year anniversary of the Emory Hospital Warner Robins. CEO Kevin Splaine tells 41NBC the first year…
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…
Bob Horner, Braves legend of the 1980s, dies at 68
ATLANTA (41NBC/WMGT) — Former Atlanta Braves star Bob Horner has died at the age of 68, according to the Atlanta Braves. Horner was the first overall pick in the 1978 MLB Draft and made his Major League debut just days…
Hundreds cited statewide during Memorial Day travel period
ATLANTA (41NBC/WMGT) — Georgia State Patrol troopers and officers across the state have made hundreds of DUI, distracted driving and seat belt arrests and citations during the Memorial Day holiday travel period. The Georgia Department of Public Safety says troopers…
UPDATE: Jury convicts man in Brooke Sides hit-and-run death
UPDATE (5/21/26): A Butts County jury has convicted Nathan Shane Upchurch in the death of Brooke Bedard Sides, according to the Towaliga Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office. The DA's Office says Upchurch was convicted Wednesday in Sides' hit-and-run death. Following…
Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and Rick Jackson advance to Republican runoff for Georgia governor
ATLANTA (AP) — Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and healthcare billionaire Rick Jackson have advanced to the June 16 Republican runoff for Georgia governor, extending a bruising campaign battle. President Donald Trump endorsed Jones last year, and a Jones win would…
July 4 travel rush expected to break records
(NBC)- The countdown to Independence Day is on, and millions of Americans are preparing to travel for the holiday weekend. AAA projects more than 72 million people will…
Tech Report: OpenAI delays ChatGPT 5.6 release as AI oversight expands
(LILAMAX)- OpenAI is reportedly changing how it plans to launch the next version of ChatGPT. According to The Information, the company will initially make ChatGPT…
Powerful earthquakes leave widespread destruction in Venezuela
(CNN)- Search-and-rescue efforts are underway in Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes left widespread destruction across Caracas and surrounding areas. The quakes caused buildings to collapse, cracked walls and left…
Morning Business Report: Apple, Microsoft Hike Prices Amid Rising Inflation
(LILAMAX)- Consumers could soon pay more for some of their favorite technology products. Apple raised prices on select Macs and iPads Thursday, with increases ranging from…
Supreme Court backs Trump on asylum policy, TPS deportations
(NBC)- The U.S. Supreme Court handed the Trump administration two major victories on immigration Thursday, allowing stricter asylum enforcement and clearing the way for the removal of…
U.S. men's soccer team looks to stay unbeaten heading into knockout stage
(NBC)- The U.S. men's national soccer team has already secured the top spot in its World Cup group after dominant victories over Paraguay and…
Trump opens America 250 celebration amid Senate policy battles
(NBC)- President Donald Trump kicked off the Great American State Fair on the National Mall, launching a two-week celebration marking the nation's 250th anniversary. During the opening…
Morning Business Report: Social Security debit card changes coming later this year
(LILAMAX)- A major change is coming for Social Security recipients who receive their benefits through the Direct Express debit card program. The U.S. Treasury…
Report says more than 9 million U.S. jobs vulnerable to AI
(NBC)- As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly common in the workplace, a new report suggests millions of American jobs could face disruption in the years ahead.…
Senate passes war powers resolution targeting Iran conflict
(NBC)- The U.S. Senate approved a war powers resolution Tuesday calling for an end to U.S. military involvement in the conflict with Iran. The measure passed with support…
Morning Business Report: House passes housing bill as stocks tumble and airfares stay high
(LILAMAX)- The House has approved the Home Affordability Bill, sending the measure to President Donald Trump's desk for his signature. The legislation…
Teen charged after deadly California library shooting
(NBC)- Newly released video shows an 18-year-old suspect being restrained by police moments after authorities say he opened fire inside a public library in Chico, California, killing two adults…
Severe weather, wildfires impact communities across U.S. and Europe
(CNN)- Residents in parts of Virginia are cleaning up after powerful storms brought damaging winds, flooding and widespread power outages this week. High winds ripped roofs from…
Trump administration praises progress in Iran talks as negotiations continue
(NBC)- The Trump administration is highlighting progress in ongoing negotiations with Iran as Vice President JD Vance returns from talks and Secretary of State Marco Rubio…
Morning Business Report: Holiday travel expected to reach record levels as Independence Day approaches
(LILAMAX)- AAA projects a record 72.2 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home during the Independence Day holiday period,…
New details revealed in disappearance of Nancy Guthrie
(CNN)- New details have emerged in the abduction of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of NBC "Today" anchor Savannah Guthrie, more than 20 weeks after she was reported missing.…
Tech Report: GM cuts jobs as robots expand role in manufacturing
(LILAMAX)- General Motors has scaled back its electric vehicle ambitions and eliminated more than 1,000 jobs at its Factory Zero assembly plant in Detroit, replacing…
U.S. and Iranian negotiators continue talks in Switzerland
(NBC)- High-stakes negotiations between the United States and Iran entered a second day after an extended first round of talks in Switzerland aimed at securing a broader peace…
