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Major heat on the way for Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will be at least 10 degrees above average for this time of year beginning Tuesday afternoon. This Evening To get the week started is the coolest afternoon Middle Georgia will see this week. It may…
Warner Robins man sentenced to 30 years for cocaine trafficking
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Warner Robins man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to trafficking cocaine. According to a Houston County District Attorney’s Office…
Leaders say expanded Macon flights could boost travel, tourism
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - More travel options are coming to Middle Georgia this summer as Contour Airlines expands service at Middle Georgia Regional Airport. The airline is…
Shooting under investigation in downtown Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that happened Monday in downtown Macon, according to a news release. The sheriff’s office says the shooting…
Artemis II astronauts return after historic moon mission, setting stage for future lunar landing
(NBC)- The four astronauts of Artemis II have safely returned to Earth following a groundbreaking journey to the moon and back. Their…
Trump announces Iranian oil blockade as tensions rise, markets react
(NBC)- A new pressure point is emerging in the Middle East after failed peace talks with Iran over the weekend prompted Donald Trump to announce a…
Morning Business Report: Oil tensions, earnings season, and workplace trends
(LILAMAX) -Global markets are facing renewed uncertainty after stalled peace talks with Iran prompted a strong warning from Donald Trump. The president is now threatening to…
Severe weather extremes hit U.S., from Hawaii flooding to Georgia drought
(CNN)- A powerful, multi-day storm continues to impact Hawaii, bringing heavy rain and triggering flood alerts across the islands. The system has dumped more than…
Traffic stop in Wilkinson County leads to drug arrest
GORDON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A routine traffic stop in Wilkinson County led to a drug arrest and the seizure of a large amount of suspected marijuana, according…
Crime Stoppers seeks man wanted for robbery in Peach 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…
Warmer temperatures kick off new week
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Unusually warm and dry conditions continue. High pressure maintains its grip on the region, bringing no opportunity for any major changes as we start the new week. Expansive surface high pressure spreading westward from the Atlantic…
16-year-old dies in Bibb County crash involving overturned truck
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 16-year-old is dead after a crash involving an overturned pickup truck in Bibb County, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say the crash happened around 7:51 p.m. Saturday near the intersection of Vinson…
Georgia’s American Journey: Old Capitol in Milledgeville highlights Georgia’s role in pivotal moments of U.S. history
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - As America approaches its 250th anniversary, the Georgia Old Capitol in Milledgeville offers a powerful look at the state's history and the decisions that helped…
Bibb schools weigh delaying $5M textbook purchase to manage rising costs
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Bibb County School District leaders are considering delaying a more than $5 million English Language Arts textbook purchase as rising costs continue to strain the system’s fiscal year 2027 budget. The potential delay is part of a…
Man arrested, Bibb deputy placed on leave after Macon hotel incident
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested and a deputy is on administrative leave following an incident in Macon, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. According to a news release, the incident happened April 3 at the Baymont…
Fulton County Commissioner Dana Barrett running for Georgia Secretary of State focusing on election integrity and voting rights
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Dana Barrett, a Fulton County commissioner and former congressional candidate, is running for Georgia…
Phaedra Parks talks Season 17 of The Real Housewives of Atlanta
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Reality television veteran Phaedra Parks is back in the spotlight as the newest season of The Real Housewives of Atlanta gets…
Warm and dry weather lasts through the weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A high pressure regimen persists across the region through the weekend. A mid-level ridge is extending from the Central Gulf Coast northeastward towards New England and will amplify. Surface high pressure underneath of the ridge is…
Monroe County growth concerns and housing demand collide ahead of subdivision discussion
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Concerns about roads, school traffic, and rising costs are colliding with demand for more housing in Monroe County as leaders prepare to discuss updates to subdivision rules. District 2 Commissioner Eddie Rowland shared a summary of perspectives…
$100M investment launches new healthcare training pipeline in Middle Georgia
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Central Georgia Technical College announced more than $100 million in public and private investment to expand healthcare workforce programs and support a new regional STEM/Allied Health Academy in Houston County. The initiative is a partnership between…
Public posts raise questions about leadership in Fort Valley
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Fort Valley Mayor Shakeena Reeves denied a request to host an event at Festival Park on April 12th, citing ordinance requirements and safety considerations, according to city emails posted on her Facebook page. In an April…
Major heat on the way for Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will be at least 10 degrees above average for this time of year beginning Tuesday afternoon. This Evening To get the week started is the coolest afternoon Middle Georgia will see this week. It may…
Warner Robins man sentenced to 30 years for cocaine trafficking
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Warner Robins man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to trafficking cocaine. According to a Houston County District Attorney’s Office…
Leaders say expanded Macon flights could boost travel, tourism
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - More travel options are coming to Middle Georgia this summer as Contour Airlines expands service at Middle Georgia Regional Airport. The airline is…
Shooting under investigation in downtown Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that happened Monday in downtown Macon, according to a news release. The sheriff’s office says the shooting…
Traffic stop in Wilkinson County leads to drug arrest
GORDON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A routine traffic stop in Wilkinson County led to a drug arrest and the seizure of a large amount of suspected marijuana, according…
Crime Stoppers seeks man wanted for robbery in Peach 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…
16-year-old dies in Bibb County crash involving overturned truck
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A 16-year-old is dead after a crash involving an overturned pickup truck in Bibb County, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say the crash happened around 7:51 p.m. Saturday near the intersection of Vinson…
Bibb schools weigh delaying $5M textbook purchase to manage rising costs
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Bibb County School District leaders are considering delaying a more than $5 million English Language Arts textbook purchase as rising costs continue to strain the system’s fiscal year 2027 budget. The potential delay is part of a…
Man arrested, Bibb deputy placed on leave after Macon hotel incident
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested and a deputy is on administrative leave following an incident in Macon, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. According to a news release, the incident happened April 3 at the Baymont…
Byron man dead after crash with tractor-trailer on I-75
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Byron man is dead after a wrong-way crash involving a tractor-trailer early Friday morning on Interstate 75 South, according to preliminary findings from the Georgia State Patrol. The crash happened April 10 at approximately 1:24…
Georgia Business Focus: Major projects and new restaurants bring jobs and growth to Middle Georgia
Big-name brands and major projects are driving new jobs and growth across Middle Georgia, from Buc-ee’s in Forsyth to new restaurants…
Middle Georgia State University buries time capsules to mark milestone
Middle Georgia State University is preserving a moment in time, burying capsules across its campuses filled with artifacts from today for students to rediscover decades from…
Inmate dies at Baldwin State Prison, investigation underway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An inmate died Sunday at Baldwin State Prison, according to the Georgia Department of Corrections. The inmate was identified as Ricky Mathis. The cause of death has not been released at this time. The GDC added…
Young cooks meet the pros: chefs share advice and career paths at local event
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Young Chefs Academy in Warner Robins is opening its doors to the community for a special member appreciation event highlighting a panel of accomplished Middle Georgia chefs eager to share their expertise and passion with…
Macon-Bibb County moves forward with jail expansion, adding beds and upgrades
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Macon-Bibb County Commission approved $1,244,030 for Phase I of a jail expansion project. The funding will come from voter-approved Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax funds from 2018 and 2025. Phase I includes demolishing the James…
Georgia’s American Journey: Old Capitol in Milledgeville highlights Georgia’s role in pivotal moments of U.S. history
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - As America approaches its 250th anniversary, the Georgia Old Capitol in Milledgeville offers a powerful look at the state's history and the decisions that helped…
Fulton County Commissioner Dana Barrett running for Georgia Secretary of State focusing on election integrity and voting rights
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Dana Barrett, a Fulton County commissioner and former congressional candidate, is running for Georgia…
Dozens arrested, guns, and drugs seized in Georgia crackdown
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A major fugitive apprehension operation in Georgia led by the United States Marshals Service resulted in 78 arrests and the seizure of firearms, narcotics, and cash, with the effort centered in Clayton County. Authorities said the three-week…
Jason Esteves outlines vision for Georgia governor’s race focused on cost of living, healthcare, and education
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jason Esteves is laying out a campaign centered on lowering costs for families,…
Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says Trump should be removed from office
(CNN)- Former Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene said she believes President Donald Trump should be removed from office, citing concerns about his rhetoric, foreign policy decisions, and leadership. Greene calls Trump remarks “madness” In an interview, Greene criticized statements…
One-year-old dead, mother charged after children left alone without food for hours
(CNN) - A tragic discovery in a local neighborhood has left residents shaken after a one-year-old child was found dead inside a home where…
Trump-endorsed Republican Clay Fuller wins Marjorie Taylor Greene’s former House seat in Georgia
RINGGOLD, Ga. (AP) — Republican Clay Fuller on Tuesday won Marjorie Taylor Greene’s former U.S. House seat in Georgia, turning back a Democratic challenge with the help of President Donald Trump’s endorsement despite uneasiness over the war in Iran. Democrat…
Woman killed, teen injured in Piedmont Park shooting in Atlanta
(CNN)- A woman is dead and a teenage girl is injured following a shooting at Piedmont Park on Saturday. According to police, the shooting happened during…
Fisherman rescues woman after hearing cries for help on lake
(CNN) - For Marvin Winston, fishing has always been a way to reset. Winston often spends hours on the lake, documenting his trips for his YouTube…
Georgia Business Focus: Major housing investment, gas price relief and business updates
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – From new homes and jobs to scam warnings, gas price…
Georgia Business Focus: Agriculture week, Warner Robins expansion and Macon arena project drive growth
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia Ag Week, new developments in Warner Robins and Macon and a warning from the Better Business Bureau…
Deadly street racing crash in Albany leaves 2 dead, residents demand action
(CNN)- Community members in Albany are speaking out after a deadly street racing crash in Dougherty County left two people dead, calling the tragedy…
Suspect killed in Hall County SWAT shootout after officer shot, saved by vest in Gainesville
(CNN)- A tense standoff in Hall County ended in a deadly shootout, leaving a suspect dead and a police officer injured…
Georgia’s American Journey: Wesleyan College and the fight for women’s education
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As America celebrates 250 years, one local landmark stands out for its bold role in breaking barriers: Wesleyan College. It's the first…
Georgia woman charged with murder after infant death linked to abortion medication, report says
(CNN)- A 31-year-old woman is facing a murder charge after authorities say she attempted to terminate her pregnancy using medication before later…
Kemp says he'll sign bill suspending Georgia gas tax
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Georgia drivers could soon see relief at the pump, according to Gov. Brian Kemp, who says a newly passed bill will suspend the state's motor fuel tax. In a Facebook post Thursday, Kemp said House Bill…
Free Cone Day returns to Dairy Queen to celebrate start of Spring
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - On Thursday, March 19, customers can stop by participating Dairy Queen locations and receive a free small vanilla cone. The promotion is being offered all day while supplies last, with a limit of one cone per…
Georgia Business Focus: From tax rebates to new business investments and community initiatives
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – From major tax rebates to new business investments and community initiatives, here's a roundup of the latest news making…
Artemis II astronauts return after historic moon mission, setting stage for future lunar landing
(NBC)- The four astronauts of Artemis II have safely returned to Earth following a groundbreaking journey to the moon and back. Their…
Trump announces Iranian oil blockade as tensions rise, markets react
(NBC)- A new pressure point is emerging in the Middle East after failed peace talks with Iran over the weekend prompted Donald Trump to announce a…
Morning Business Report: Oil tensions, earnings season, and workplace trends
(LILAMAX) -Global markets are facing renewed uncertainty after stalled peace talks with Iran prompted a strong warning from Donald Trump. The president is now threatening to…
Severe weather extremes hit U.S., from Hawaii flooding to Georgia drought
(CNN)- A powerful, multi-day storm continues to impact Hawaii, bringing heavy rain and triggering flood alerts across the islands. The system has dumped more than…
Melania Trump denies Epstein ties in rare public statement
(NBC)- Melania Trump is pushing back against rumors linking her to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in a rare public statement. “The lies linking me with the…
Morning Business Report: DOJ investigates NFL over media rights, consumer concerns
(LILAMAX)- The U.S. Department of Justice has opened an investigation into whether the National Football League engaged in anticompetitive practices that may harm consumers, with…
Artemis II Orion spacecraft prepares for fiery re-entry and Pacific splashdown
(CNN)- Officials say all systems are performing as expected ahead of one of the most dangerous phases of the mission — re-entry. “We’ve reviewed all…
Student injured during protest: attorney says USC freshman lost eye after projectile
(CNN)- An attorney says a University of Southern California freshman lost his eye after being struck by a projectile fired by a federal agent during a protest in downtown Los Angeles. Attorney V. James DeSimone said 18-year-old Tucker Collins…
High-profile response: Melania Trump publicly denies Epstein ties and calls for hearings
Melania Trump is pushing back on allegations tied to Jeffrey Epstein, delivering a statement from the White House calling the claims “completely false” and urging a public hearing for survivors. WASHINGTON (AP) — First lady Melania Trump is denying…
Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says Trump should be removed from office
(CNN)- Former Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene said she believes President Donald Trump should be removed from office, citing concerns about his rhetoric, foreign policy decisions, and leadership. Greene calls Trump remarks “madness” In an interview, Greene criticized statements…
Artemis II astronauts share new images, prepare for return to Earth
(CNN)- Astronauts aboard Artemis II are giving a final look at their historic journey as they prepare to return home. Speaking during a live press…
Morning Business Report: U.S. job growth slows, internships drop as Lowe’s invests in skilled trades
(LILAMAX)- U.S. job growth has slowed sharply over the past year, making it harder for young Americans to land their first…
Tensions rise as Israel strikes and Strait of Hormuz disputes threaten Iran ceasefire
(NBC)- A fragile ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is facing growing pressure, as new violence and key disagreements threaten to derail efforts…
Rex Heuermann pleads guilty to Gilgo Beach murders, admits to eighth killing
(NBC)- The man accused of being the Gilgo Beach serial killings suspect has pleaded guilty, bringing long-awaited answers to victims’ families. Rex Heuermann, 62,…
Rex Heuermann pleads guilty to murder charges and admits he killed 8 women in the Gilgo Beach case
RIVERHEAD, N.Y. (AP) — A Long Island architect who led a secret life as a serial killer pleaded guilty on Wednesday to murdering seven women and admitted he killed an eighth in a string of long-unsolved crimes known as the Gilgo Beach…
Ceasefire announced between U.S. and Iran as negotiations begin
(NBC)- A temporary pause in fighting has been announced between the United States and Iran, as both sides move toward negotiations aimed at ending the conflict. President…
Morning Business Report: Markets surge on Iran ceasefire, airlines raise fees, and used car prices climb
(LILAMAX)- Stocks surged overnight, with the Dow jumping as much as 900 points following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire.…
Orion crew releases new images of the moon
(NBC)- NASA released what officials are calling a “mega download” of photos from the Artemis mission, showcasing never-before-seen crater details and sweeping views of the lunar surface. Among…

