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Fort Valley changes interim police chief during special called meeting
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Fort Valley has made a change in the interim police chief position following a special called city council meeting held Thursday night. According to an announcement from Mayor Shakeena Reeves following an executive session, Captain…
UPDATE: Milledgeville water line break repaired, no boil advisory needed
UPDATE: A water line break on West Charlton Street has been repaired, according to a social media update from the City of Milledgeville. In the update, the city said "water customers in the affected areas did not lose any services…
Historic Bibb Theatre prepares for new life after decades of vacancy in downtown Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - After sitting vacant for decades, the historic Bibb Theatre in downtown Macon is preparing for a new chapter.…
Man sentenced for armed robbery, kidnapping in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole plus an additional 10 years to be served consecutively for the armed robbery and kidnapping of his relative’s brother-in-law, according to a news…
Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful to host Hands On Bloomfield Neighborhood Cleanup
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful is hosting the Hands On Bloomfield Neighborhood Cleanup this weekend. The cleanup will be held February 7 from 9 a.m.…
Sunny skies return for the end of the week
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A gloomy and cool start to Thursday with widespread clouds, breezy northwest winds, and temperatures only reaching into the upper 40s. As we move through the afternoon, a shortwave and associated low over the region rapidly…
Warner Robins Little Theatre to present “The Constant Wife”
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Little Theatre is presenting “The Constant Wife.” Performances will run from February 7-22 at the Warner Robins Little…
DA: Woman convicted of kidnapping, aggravated stalking in Baldwin County
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Baldwin County jury has convicted a woman of kidnapping and aggravated stalking after prosecutors say she abducted and assaulted her former girlfriend in August 2024. According to a news release from the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit…
Macon-Bibb County unveils new improvements at Rosa Parks Square
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County officials unveiled improvements at Rosa Parks Square Wednesday aimed at making the downtown space more accessible while honoring local history. According…
Man sentenced to 5 years for antisemitic threats to Georgia lawmaker and Macon rabbi
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A North Carolina man described by prosecutors as a neo-Nazi has been sentenced to the maximum prison term for sending antisemitic threats to a Georgia lawmaker and a Macon rabbi following the passage of the state's…
Rain clears this evening; cloud cover lingers tomorrow
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The cold front will clear Middle Georgia this evening however cloud cover on the back side of the low pressure will stick around through Thursday. This Evening Rain associated with the cold front today should clear…
Mother sentenced to prison in death of missing Vienna child
VIENNA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A case first reported by 41NBC in January 2022 involving a missing 4-year-old boy from Vienna has now ended with his mother…
Georgia Business Focus: State sees economic growth, healthcare expansion
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia is experiencing significant economic development and healthcare improvements, with new investments bringing jobs and medical resources to communities across the state. …
American Heart Month: Local heart specialist shares tips to prevent heart disease
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S., but many cases are preventable through education, early detection,…
Trump comments on disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mother as ransom note reports surface
(CNN)- President Donald Trump is speaking out about the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie, calling…
Hollywood Minute: Anya Taylor-Joy stars in new Apple TV+ series as Netflix renews hit drama
(CNN)- Viewers are getting a first look at a new limited series led by Anya Taylor-Joy, as streaming platforms continue to roll out fresh content and major renewals. The upcoming series Lucky stars Taylor-Joy as a con artist on the…
Trump renews call to nationalize voting, sparking backlash
(NBC)- Donald Trump is doubling down on controversial remarks suggesting Republicans should consider nationalizing voting, comments that have ignited sharp criticism from Democrats and prompted constitutional concerns from…
Bibb County inmate stabbed, investigation underway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) – An inmate was stabbed Tuesday at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. According to the sheriff’s office, the…
Two arrested after attempted contraband drop at Hancock State Prison
SPARTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two people were arrested after an attempted contraband drop near Hancock State Prison on Thursday, according to the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies were patrolling the area of Johnny Britt Road and Linton Road around 11…
Deputies arrest Wrightsville woman on cruelty, abandonment charges
WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Wrightsville woman is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after investigators say she left two children in unsafe living conditions for weeks at a time. According to a Johnson County Sheriff’s Office news release, arrest…
Three Kite residents charged in teen sexual abuse investigation
WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Three people from Kite are facing multiple felony charges after investigators say a teenager was sexually abused over more than a year and two adults failed to report or protect the victim. According to a Johnson…
Macon man sentenced to seven years in prison for fraudulent loan scheme
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Macon man was sentenced to seven years in prison, followed by five years of supervised release, after pleading guilty to bank fraud charges. According to a news release from the U.S. Attorney's Office for the…
Fort Valley changes interim police chief during special called meeting
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Fort Valley has made a change in the interim police chief position following a special called city council meeting held Thursday night. According to an announcement from Mayor Shakeena Reeves following an executive session, Captain…
UPDATE: Milledgeville water line break repaired, no boil advisory needed
UPDATE: A water line break on West Charlton Street has been repaired, according to a social media update from the City of Milledgeville. In the update, the city said "water customers in the affected areas did not lose any services…
Historic Bibb Theatre prepares for new life after decades of vacancy in downtown Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - After sitting vacant for decades, the historic Bibb Theatre in downtown Macon is preparing for a new chapter.…
Man sentenced for armed robbery, kidnapping in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole plus an additional 10 years to be served consecutively for the armed robbery and kidnapping of his relative’s brother-in-law, according to a news…
Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful to host Hands On Bloomfield Neighborhood Cleanup
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful is hosting the Hands On Bloomfield Neighborhood Cleanup this weekend. The cleanup will be held February 7 from 9 a.m.…
Warner Robins Little Theatre to present “The Constant Wife”
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Warner Robins Little Theatre is presenting “The Constant Wife.” Performances will run from February 7-22 at the Warner Robins Little…
DA: Woman convicted of kidnapping, aggravated stalking in Baldwin County
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Baldwin County jury has convicted a woman of kidnapping and aggravated stalking after prosecutors say she abducted and assaulted her former girlfriend in August 2024. According to a news release from the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit…
Macon-Bibb County unveils new improvements at Rosa Parks Square
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County officials unveiled improvements at Rosa Parks Square Wednesday aimed at making the downtown space more accessible while honoring local history. According…
Man sentenced to 5 years for antisemitic threats to Georgia lawmaker and Macon rabbi
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A North Carolina man described by prosecutors as a neo-Nazi has been sentenced to the maximum prison term for sending antisemitic threats to a Georgia lawmaker and a Macon rabbi following the passage of the state's…
Rain clears this evening; cloud cover lingers tomorrow
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The cold front will clear Middle Georgia this evening however cloud cover on the back side of the low pressure will stick around through Thursday. This Evening Rain associated with the cold front today should clear…
Mother sentenced to prison in death of missing Vienna child
VIENNA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A case first reported by 41NBC in January 2022 involving a missing 4-year-old boy from Vienna has now ended with his mother…
American Heart Month: Local heart specialist shares tips to prevent heart disease
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S., but many cases are preventable through education, early detection,…
Bibb County inmate stabbed, investigation underway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) – An inmate was stabbed Tuesday at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. According to the sheriff’s office, the…
Former Taylor County jail employee arrested following sexual misconduct investigation
BUTLER, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A former Taylor County Jail employee has been arrested following a criminal investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct involving an inmate, according to the Taylor County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff’s officials say the investigation began after the…
Man sentenced to 5 years for antisemitic threats to Georgia lawmaker and Macon rabbi
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A North Carolina man described by prosecutors as a neo-Nazi has been sentenced to the maximum prison term for sending antisemitic threats to a Georgia lawmaker and a Macon rabbi following the passage of the state's…
Former Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan outlines vision for families in democratic governor run
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Former Georgia Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan is officially entering the 2026 race for governor, this time as a…
Kenneth Yasger discusses eliminating Georgia income tax, raising teacher pay in 2026 Governor race
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - He is highlighting his years of service in the military and in the service industry as experiences that…
Winter weather advisories and warnings issued for multiple Middle Georgia counties
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A series of winter weather advisories, winter storm warnings, and an extreme cold warning have been issued for counties across the 41NBC coverage area,…
Gov. Kemp declares new statewide state of emergency ahead of winter storm
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Gov. Brian Kemp declared a statewide state of emergency today ahead of a winter storm expected to impact Georgia this weekend. The…
GDOT treats Middle Georgia roads ahead of weekend winter storm
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - GDOT says brine operations began early Friday morning across multiple counties in the west central district, including Crawford, Peach, the northern half…
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…
A funeral home stashed 189 decaying bodies and handed out fake ashes. His mother was among them
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — Derrick Johnson buried his mother’s ashes beneath a golden dewdrop tree with purple blossoms at his home on Maui’s Haleakalā Volcano, fulfilling her wish of a final resting place looking over her grandchildren. Then the…
Minneapolis man is charged with threatening and cyberstalking ICE officers
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Minneapolis man was arrested Thursday on charges of cyberstalking and threatening to kill or assault Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers involved in the crackdown in Minnesota. Federal prosecutors said in a statement that Kyle Wagner, 37, of…
Savannah Guthrie's missing mother is 'still out there,' sheriff says, but no suspects
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Investigators have no proof that the missing mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie is still alive but are holding out hope she's “still out there,” a sheriff in Arizona said Thursday. Five days into the desperate search for 84-year-old Nancy…
Homeland Security shutdown grows more likely as Republicans rebuff Democrats' ICE demands
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Majority Leader John Thune said Thursday that demands made by Democrats for new restrictions on federal immigration officers are “unrealistic” and warned that the Department of Homeland Security will shut down next week if they do not work…
Trump comments on disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mother as ransom note reports surface
(CNN)- President Donald Trump is speaking out about the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie, calling…
Hollywood Minute: Anya Taylor-Joy stars in new Apple TV+ series as Netflix renews hit drama
(CNN)- Viewers are getting a first look at a new limited series led by Anya Taylor-Joy, as streaming platforms continue to roll out fresh content and major renewals. The upcoming series Lucky stars Taylor-Joy as a con artist on the…
Trump renews call to nationalize voting, sparking backlash
(NBC)- Donald Trump is doubling down on controversial remarks suggesting Republicans should consider nationalizing voting, comments that have ignited sharp criticism from Democrats and prompted constitutional concerns from…
Morning Business Report: ‘Trump homes’ proposal, market slide, and Walmart crosses $1 trillion
(LILAMAX)- Builders are drafting plans for a massive new housing initiative aimed at easing the U.S. affordability crisis by developing so-called “Trump Homes.”…
Immigration agents draw guns, arrest activists following them in Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Immigration officers with guns drawn arrested activists who were trailing their vehicles on Tuesday in Minneapolis, while education leaders described anxiety and fear in Minnesota schools from the ongoing federal sweeps. Both are signs that tension remains…
Trump signs bill to end partial government shutdown, setting stage for next fight
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump signed a roughly $1.2 trillion government funding bill Tuesday that ends the partial federal shutdown that began over the weekend and sets the stage for an intense debate in Congress over Homeland Security funding.…
House moves to end partial shutdown as immigration reforms fuel debate
(NBC)- The push is on in Washington to pull the federal government out of a partial shutdown, with some federal workers furloughed once again. House…
Morning Business Report: jobs data delayed, markets rally, and Seahawks sale talk
(LILAMAX)- The January jobs report will not be released as scheduled this week due to the ongoing partial government shutdown, marking the second delay…
Brendan Banfield convicted of aggravated murder in double homicide case
(NBC)- A jury found Brendan Banfield guilty on all counts, convicting him of aggravated murder in the stabbing death of his wife, Christine Banfield, and the…
Hollywood Minute: Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar lead star-studded Grammys marked by music and messages
(CNN)- An emotional Bad Bunny kicked off Grammy night by accepting three awards, including album of the year for Debí Tirar Más…
Sheriff says 'we do in fact have a crime scene' in search for mom of 'Today' host Savannah Guthrie
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) - An Arizona sheriff said Monday that “we do in fact have a crime scene” as authorities search for the 84-year-old mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie, who was reported missing over the weekend. Speaking during…
House returns to Washington seeking deal to reopen government amid shutdown and immigration debate
(NBC)- House lawmakers returned to an icy Washington on Monday as negotiations continue to unfreeze funding for large portions of the federal…
Morning Business Report: Strong profits, rising food costs, and market volatility
(LILAMAX)- Despite ongoing tariffs and trade uncertainty, U.S. company profits remain strong as earnings season continues. With roughly one-third of companies in the S&P 500…
DOJ releases new Epstein files revealing draft indictment, redacted allegations
(NBC)- The U.S. Department of Justice released a new batch of records tied to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, shedding additional light on potential…

