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Passenger killed in single-vehicle crash in Crawford County
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Crawford County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a single-vehicle crash that left one person dead. Deputies responded around 3:21 p.m. to a crash at Highway 80 West and Hopewell Road West involving a vehicle with reported injuries. When…
Fort Valley council meets after cancellation notice, approves key hires
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Fort Valley City Council members moved forward with a scheduled meeting at 6:30 PM Thursday despite a notice posted earlier on the city’s Facebook…
Heat sticks around Saturday before a cold front cools things off Sunday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will push the 90s again Saturday afternoon however Sunday will see more seasonal if not below average conditions thanks to a cold front. This Evening Scattered cumulus clouds from the afternoon should largely clear into…
Jones County deputies warn of ATV trespassing, safety risks during hunting season
JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Jones County Sheriff’s Office is urging residents to stay safe and follow the law during hunting season as complaints…
University System of Georgia tuition increase raises concerns for students
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The University System of Georgia has approved a tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, raising costs for students across the state. Tuition will increase by one percent for in-state students and three percent for out-of-state and…
Mercer board endorses Underwood as chancellor, approves new student center for Macon campus
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mercer University’s Board of Trustees has endorsed the appointment of former President William D. Underwood as chancellor and approved plans for a new student center on the Macon campus, according to a news release from Mercer…
Four arrested after attempted contraband drop near Washington State Prison
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Four people were arrested Friday after an attempted contraband drop near Washington State Prison, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies…
Two arrested on drug charges after burglary investigation in Washington County
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people were arrested on drug charges Thursday, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office said Washington County…
Georgia Sen. Blake Tillery campaigns for lieutenant governor on tax cuts and public safety
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia State Sen. Blake Tillery is making his case to voters as he runs for lieutenant governor, highlighting…
Monroe County Schools investigation clears substitute teacher of allegations
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A substitute teacher at Hubbard Elementary School was removed from the classroom after a report alleged he was watching explicit content on a personal device, but an investigation later found no evidence to support the claim,…
Former Ivey police officer arrested on financial transaction card fraud charges
IVEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A former Ivey police officer has been arrested and charged with financial transaction card fraud, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. Twenty-four-year-old Christopher Denaris Brown was charged with financial transaction card fraud and violation of…
Warner Robins Church’s Chicken resolves ADA service animal complaint
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Warner Robins Church’s Chicken franchise has reached a resolution with federal officials following allegations it improperly excluded a customer with a disability accompanied by a service animal, according to the United States Attorney’s Office…
School rezoning options in Bibb County could change where students attend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Bibb County School District is studying potential rezoning options following its consolidation review. The effort follows recommendations from the district’s 2024–25 school consolidation study, which called for both a rezoning review and an operational efficiency study.…
Republican candidate Dr. Takosha Swan campaigns for Georgia lieutenant governor seat
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Republican candidate Dr. Takosha Swan is campaigning across Georgia as she seeks the state’s lieutenant governor seat…
Ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah holds as U.S.-Iran tensions ease
(NBC)- A ceasefire between Israel and the Iran-backed group Hezbollah appears to be holding, raising hopes for a broader de-escalation across the region. The pause in…
Morning Business Report: Mortgage rates fall, stocks hit records and community college interest rises
(LILAMAX)- According to Freddie Mac, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage dropped to 6.30% this week, down seven basis points and marking the…
Rising jet fuel prices could disrupt 2026 summer travel season
(CNN)- Travelers may face a turbulent summer as rising fuel costs and global tensions threaten to disrupt air travel. Experts say the 2026 summer travel season…
Community mourns Lauren Bullis killed during morning walk in Atlanta
(CNN)- A community is coming together in grief following the death of Lauren Bullis, a 40-year-old woman killed while walking her dog. Neighbors gathered Tuesday for…
Ellen Craft’s daring escape from slavery - Georgia’s American Journey
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, stories of resilience and courage are taking center stage including one that began in Macon. In 1848, she fled bondage not by hiding, but by disguising herself as…
Passenger killed in single-vehicle crash in Crawford County
ROBERTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Crawford County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a single-vehicle crash that left one person dead. Deputies responded around 3:21 p.m. to a crash at Highway 80 West and Hopewell Road West involving a vehicle with reported injuries. When…
Fort Valley council meets after cancellation notice, approves key hires
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Fort Valley City Council members moved forward with a scheduled meeting at 6:30 PM Thursday despite a notice posted earlier on the city’s Facebook…
Heat sticks around Saturday before a cold front cools things off Sunday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures will push the 90s again Saturday afternoon however Sunday will see more seasonal if not below average conditions thanks to a cold front. This Evening Scattered cumulus clouds from the afternoon should largely clear into…
Jones County deputies warn of ATV trespassing, safety risks during hunting season
JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Jones County Sheriff’s Office is urging residents to stay safe and follow the law during hunting season as complaints…
University System of Georgia tuition increase raises concerns for students
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The University System of Georgia has approved a tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, raising costs for students across the state. Tuition will increase by one percent for in-state students and three percent for out-of-state and…
Mercer board endorses Underwood as chancellor, approves new student center for Macon campus
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mercer University’s Board of Trustees has endorsed the appointment of former President William D. Underwood as chancellor and approved plans for a new student center on the Macon campus, according to a news release from Mercer…
Four arrested after attempted contraband drop near Washington State Prison
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Four people were arrested Friday after an attempted contraband drop near Washington State Prison, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies…
Two arrested on drug charges after burglary investigation in Washington County
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people were arrested on drug charges Thursday, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office said Washington County…
Monroe County Schools investigation clears substitute teacher of allegations
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A substitute teacher at Hubbard Elementary School was removed from the classroom after a report alleged he was watching explicit content on a personal device, but an investigation later found no evidence to support the claim,…
Former Ivey police officer arrested on financial transaction card fraud charges
IVEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A former Ivey police officer has been arrested and charged with financial transaction card fraud, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. Twenty-four-year-old Christopher Denaris Brown was charged with financial transaction card fraud and violation of…
Warner Robins Church’s Chicken resolves ADA service animal complaint
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Warner Robins Church’s Chicken franchise has reached a resolution with federal officials following allegations it improperly excluded a customer with a disability accompanied by a service animal, according to the United States Attorney’s Office…
School rezoning options in Bibb County could change where students attend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Bibb County School District is studying potential rezoning options following its consolidation review. The effort follows recommendations from the district’s 2024–25 school consolidation study, which called for both a rezoning review and an operational efficiency study.…
Fort Valley mayor announces LeMario Brown as city administrator
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Fort Valley Mayor Shekeena Reeves has announced on her Facebook page the appointment of LeMario Brown as the new city administrator. Previously, Brown served six years on the Fort Valley City Council, where he had also…
Warner Robins road closure set for April 18 on Cohen Walker Drive
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A portion of Cohen Walker Drive in Warner Robins will be closed Saturday for a mass casualty training exercise, according to the Warner Robins Police Department. The roadway will be closed from Sutherlin Drive to the…
Warner Robins man pleads guilty after knife attack, police standoff
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Warner Robins man pleaded guilty to aggravated assault after a January knife incident that led to a standoff with police, according to a Houston County District Attorney’s Office news release. 29-year-old Joshua Lamar Phillips…
13 indicted in massive RICO case tied to prison-based crime network in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A racketeering indictment in Bibb County is shedding light on what prosecutors call a highly organized and dangerous criminal enterprise allegedly run from inside a Georgia prison. At the center of the case is Keith Beddingfield…
Bibb County Sheriff’s Office welcomes new jail administrator
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- As the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office launches phase one of its new jail expansion, a new leader is stepping in to oversee jail…
Dr. Takosha Swan enters Georgia lt. governor race focused on access and economic relief
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Republican candidate Dr. Takosha Swan is campaigning across Georgia as she seeks the state’s lieutenant governor seat…
State Sen. Blake Tillery outlines conservative vision in bid for Georgia lt. governor
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia State Senator Blake Tillery is making his case to voters as he runs for Lieutenant Governor, highlighting…
Community mourns Lauren Bullis killed during morning walk in Atlanta
(CNN)- A community is coming together in grief following the death of Lauren Bullis, a 40-year-old woman killed while walking her dog. Neighbors gathered Tuesday for…
Operation Gatekeeper leads to more than 30 arrests in Middle Georgia drug investigation
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A months-long drug investigation spanning multiple counties in Georgia has led to dozens of arrests, according…
Georgia among key battlegrounds in 2026 state legislative elections, GOP group says
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Georgia is expected to be one of the most closely watched states in the 2026 election cycle, according to a new report from the Republican State Leadership Committee. The group identified Georgia as one of several top…
Tuition to rise at Georgia public colleges for 2026–27
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The University System of Georgia has approved a tuition increase for the upcoming academic year. The system’s Board of Regents voted Tuesday to raise tuition by 1% for in-state undergraduate students and 3% for out-of-state and international…
Sonny Perdue, Perry native, to retire as University System of Georgia chancellor
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Sonny Perdue, a native of Perry, will retire as chancellor of the University System of Georgia, ending a decades-long career in public service that began in Middle Georgia. Perdue announced his decision on Wednesday, according to the…
Rep. Austin Scott rebukes Trump over controversial Easter post
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- U.S. Rep. Austin Scott is speaking out after President Donald Trump posted an image on Easter Sunday that drew criticism online. Scott, who represents…
Macon landmarks to light up purple for Crime Victims’ Rights Week
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Landmarks in Macon will be part of a statewide effort to recognize crime victims during National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. Marsy’s Law for Georgia announced several locations across the state will be illuminated in purple, including Mercer…
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…
Ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah holds as U.S.-Iran tensions ease
(NBC)- A ceasefire between Israel and the Iran-backed group Hezbollah appears to be holding, raising hopes for a broader de-escalation across the region. The pause in…
Morning Business Report: Mortgage rates fall, stocks hit records and community college interest rises
(LILAMAX)- According to Freddie Mac, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage dropped to 6.30% this week, down seven basis points and marking the…
Rising jet fuel prices could disrupt 2026 summer travel season
(CNN)- Travelers may face a turbulent summer as rising fuel costs and global tensions threaten to disrupt air travel. Experts say the 2026 summer travel season…
White House says Iran deal close as U.S. blockade and Senate tensions grow
(NBC)- The White House says it is optimistic a deal to end the conflict with Iran could be within reach, even as pressure…
Morning Business Report: Ticketmaster monopoly ruling, Fed tensions and AI pivot shake business landscape
(LILAMAX)- The verdict came after a lengthy trial in New York federal court, which included testimony from top music and entertainment executives.…
Child injured in random knife attack at Omaha Walmart, suspect shot by police
(NBC)- Authorities in Omaha are investigating a random attack inside a local Walmart that left a young child injured and the suspect dead.…
Hail, tornadoes and flooding hit central U.S., causing damage and evacuations
(CNN)- In Ohio, residents captured dramatic video of golf-ball-sized hail pounding the ground as powerful storms moved through the region Wednesday. The storms are part…
Rep. Austin Scott rebukes Trump over controversial Easter post
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- U.S. Rep. Austin Scott is speaking out after President Donald Trump posted an image on Easter Sunday that drew criticism online. Scott, who represents…
Former Rep. Eric Swalwell investigated over assault allegations, resigns
(NBC)- A new push for accountability is underway as Eric Swalwell faces a criminal investigation following his resignation from Congress. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department confirms…
Morning Business Report: Housing costs rise as markets gain, study warns Iran war could cost $1 trillion
(LILAMAX)- A new report from the Council of Economic Advisers suggests that increasing housing supply and cutting bureaucratic red…
Husband released but still suspect in Lynette Hooker disappearance in Bahamas
(NBC)- A man at the center of a growing international search is speaking out after being released from custody in the Bahamas. Brian Hooker was…
Oklahoma principal stops armed suspect at high school
(NBC)- Newly released video shows the dramatic and dangerous moments an armed suspect entered a high school in Pauls Valley—before being stopped by a quick-thinking principal. Authorities say…
Tornadoes, flooding and snowstorms hit multiple states, causing damage and rescues
(CNN)- Severe weather is wreaking havoc across the central United States, with tornadoes, flooding and dangerous winter conditions impacting several states. Residents in Ottawa described…
Trump announces Iran oil blockade after failed talks
(NBC)- A new pressure point is emerging in the conflict with Iran, as Donald Trump announced a sweeping blockade on Iranian oil following the collapse of weekend peace…
Morning Business Report: Dow jumps as BlackRock signals confidence, home sales fall and cancer study shows promise
(LILAMAX)- A major shift in outlook from BlackRock is helping fuel optimism on Wall Street, as the firm says…
Trump, Pope Leo XIV clash in escalating war of words
(CNN)- A public feud is intensifying between Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV, with both trading sharp criticism over global conflicts and moral leadership. Speaking to…
Suspect charged in attack at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s San Francisco home
(CNN)- Federal and local authorities in San Francisco have announced attempted murder and attempted arson charges against a man accused of targeting the home…
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…
