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The Four Tops keep the Motown legacy alive in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With a career spanning generations, the group has produced some of the most recognizable songs in music history, including “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)” and “Reach Out I’ll Be There.” Their distinct harmonies…
The Temptations bring timeless Motown sound to Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Known for a catalog of timeless hits and signature choreography, the group continues to captivate audiences decades after first rising to fame. With classics like “My Girl,” “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg,” and “Papa Was a…
Chuck Norris, martial arts master and actor whose toughness became internet lore, dies at 86
(AP)- Chuck Norris, the martial arts grandmaster and action star whose roles in “Walker, Texas Ranger” and other television shows and movies made him an iconic tough guy — sparking internet parodies and adoration from presidents — has died at 86.…
The start of Spring brings warmer temperatures
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The main story continues to be the dry conditions and warming temperatures. Mild lows in the 40s Friday morning will warm into the mid to upper 70s (which is 6 to 12 degrees above normal) by…
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…
Cherry Blossom Festival debuts new events, returning traditions
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The 44th International Cherry Blossom Festival will return to Macon from March 20–29, bringing a wide range of events and attractions to the Cherry…
Monk who lost leg in crash receives prosthetic from Mercer team
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Buddhist monk is continuing to spread a message of peace after a life changing accident cut his journey short. Dam…
Pink Pancake Breakfast returns for Cherry Blossom Festival
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb Fire Department will partner with the Macon Bacon to host its annual Pink Pancake Breakfast, a Cherry Blossom Festival tradition.…
Plenty of warmth for opening day of the Cherry Blossom Festival
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures should climb back above average Friday afternoon as the 44th Cherry Blossom Festival begins in Macon. This Evening A pleasant sunny afternoon will become a clear and chilly night. The wind will remain light and…
Pulaski County Middle School expands robotics program for students
HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Pulaski County Middle School is expanding robotics opportunities for students in Pulaski County. Pulaski County Middle School fifth-eighth grade teacher Dr. Marie Collins…
Tulsi Gabbard pressed on Iran threat as intelligence officials clash and FBI probes Joe Kent
(NBC)- A tense hearing on Capitol Hill is raising new questions about the justification for U.S. military action against Iran, as…
Morning Business Report: Fed holds rates steady as stocks drop, tax scams rise ahead of April deadline
(LILAMAX)- The Federal Reserve is holding interest rates steady, even as economic uncertainty grows following rising global tensions and…
Weekend Watch | The Pinkest Party on Earth: Your guide to the Cherry Blossom Festival kickoff weekend (and more spring family activities)
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It's almost time for the pinkest party on Earth! Friday…
Dolores Huerta and others accuse labor leader Cesar Chavez of sexual abuse
(NBC)- New and deeply troubling allegations are emerging against labor rights icon Cesar Chavez, decades after his death, raising questions about the legacy of…
Weather whiplash hits U.S. with California heat wave and Midwest winter storm recovery
(CNN)- A dramatic weather divide is unfolding across the United States, with an unusually early and intense heat wave scorching the West while…
Body found in Macon storage unit during missing person investigation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A person was found dead inside a storage unit on Wednesday night, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office said investigators responded to 10 Federal Storage units at 4100 Riverside Drive while investigating…
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…
Warming trend begins for Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Another weak and dry clipper system will transverse the area today within the persistent northwest flow aloft. The airmass remains too dry for any precipitation. Temperatures begin to return to near seasonal levels Thursday with highs…
The Four Tops keep the Motown legacy alive in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With a career spanning generations, the group has produced some of the most recognizable songs in music history, including “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)” and “Reach Out I’ll Be There.” Their distinct harmonies…
The Temptations bring timeless Motown sound to Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Known for a catalog of timeless hits and signature choreography, the group continues to captivate audiences decades after first rising to fame. With classics like “My Girl,” “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg,” and “Papa Was a…
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…
Cherry Blossom Festival debuts new events, returning traditions
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The 44th International Cherry Blossom Festival will return to Macon from March 20–29, bringing a wide range of events and attractions to the Cherry…
Monk who lost leg in crash receives prosthetic from Mercer team
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Buddhist monk is continuing to spread a message of peace after a life changing accident cut his journey short. Dam…
Pink Pancake Breakfast returns for Cherry Blossom Festival
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Macon-Bibb Fire Department will partner with the Macon Bacon to host its annual Pink Pancake Breakfast, a Cherry Blossom Festival tradition.…
Plenty of warmth for opening day of the Cherry Blossom Festival
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Temperatures should climb back above average Friday afternoon as the 44th Cherry Blossom Festival begins in Macon. This Evening A pleasant sunny afternoon will become a clear and chilly night. The wind will remain light and…
Pulaski County Middle School expands robotics program for students
HAWKINSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Pulaski County Middle School is expanding robotics opportunities for students in Pulaski County. Pulaski County Middle School fifth-eighth grade teacher Dr. Marie Collins…
Weekend Watch | The Pinkest Party on Earth: Your guide to the Cherry Blossom Festival kickoff weekend (and more spring family activities)
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It's almost time for the pinkest party on Earth! Friday…
Body found in Macon storage unit during missing person investigation
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A person was found dead inside a storage unit on Wednesday night, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office said investigators responded to 10 Federal Storage units at 4100 Riverside Drive while investigating…
UPDATE: Macon man arrested, charged with murder in Perry apartment shooting
UPDATE: A Macon man has been arrested and charged with murder in…
GBI: Former Wilkinson County JROTC teacher arrested after investigation
WILKINSON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Dublin man and former Wilkinson County High School JROTC teacher has been arrested following an investigation into allegations involving a student,…
NWS now confirms eight Middle Georgia tornadoes during March 12 storms
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The National Weather Service now confirms eight tornadoes touched down across Middle Georgia during severe storms on Thursday, March 12, increasing the total from three previously reported by the NWS. The update adds to initial survey…
Temperatures and pollen climb more Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A gradual warmup of temperatures into the weekend will be more noticeable Thursday afternoon. This Evening A mostly sunny and cool afternoon will become another clear and chilly night across Middle Georgia. Temperatures will drop into…
GBI: Butler man charged with five counts of child molestation
BUTLER, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A Butler man has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of child molestation following two separate investigations, according to the Georgia…
Georgia bill would put 988 hotline on student ID badges
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A bill aimed at increasing mental health awareness among students is gaining support at the state capitol. House Bill 1045, known as…
PETA brings virtual reality animal testing simulator to Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - peta2, an offshoot of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) aimed at reaching young people, according to their website, brought what…
38-year-old woman hospitalized after Tuesday night shooting in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A woman is in stable condition after being shot Tuesday night in Macon, according to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. Deputies say the…
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…
Long TSA lines reported at Atlanta airport amid federal shutdown
ATLANTA, Georgia (CNN)- Long security lines were reported at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Sunday and Monday as staffing shortages affected screening checkpoints. Video from the airport showed travelers waiting in extended lines to pass through security. According to…
Georgia's American Journey: Mercer’s Baptist roots show how faith shaped education in early Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Mercer University’s history reflects the powerful role faith played in shaping education and leadership in early Georgia. Founded…
Georgia Business Focus: BBB issues scam alert, Duck Donuts plans second Middle Georgia location
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Better Business Bureau issues a new alert on traffic citation scams, Duck Donuts is opening a second location in middle Georgia soon and the state of Georgia makes history. Georgia surpasses $60 billion in exports, sets historic…
NBA shuts down Hawks’ Magic City Night promotion scheduled for March 16
ATLANTA (41NBC/WMGT)— The Atlanta Hawks confirmed Monday the NBA has canceled the team’s planned "Magic City Night" promotion scheduled for the March 16 game at State Farm Arena. In a statement, the Hawks said they were disappointed by the league's…
Georgia bill would create state depository for gold and silver
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A bill moving through the Georgia legislature could create a new way for people to store and use gold and silver. Senate…
North Hall High School teacher killed in incident outside home; former student charged
(CNN)- Students and community members are mourning the loss of a beloved North Hall High School teacher and golf coach following a tragic…
Candidates qualify for Georgia Senate races affecting Middle Georgia voters
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Candidates have qualified for several Georgia State Senate races that will appear on the May 19 primary ballot affecting Middle Georgia voters. The races include districts covering Bibb County, Houston County, Baldwin County, and surrounding areas. Voters will…
Candidates qualify for Georgia House races affecting Middle Georgia voters
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Candidates have qualified for several Georgia House of Representatives races that will appear on the May 19 primary ballot affecting Middle Georgia voters. The races include districts covering Bibb County, Houston County, Baldwin County, Laurens County,…
Candidates qualify for congressional races affecting Middle Georgia voters
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)— Candidates have qualified for several congressional races that will appear on the May 19 primary ballot affecting Middle Georgia voters. The races include Georgia’s 2nd, 8th, 10th, and 12th congressional districts. Voters will choose party nominees during…
Georgia primary ballot set: Here’s who is running for governor, Senate, and other Middle Georgia races
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- More than 70 candidates have qualified for Georgia’s May 19 primary election, setting the ballot for races ranging from governor and U.S. Senate to congressional, legislative, and judicial contests affecting Middle Georgia voters. What voters need to…
Georgia's American Journey: Georgia’s many constitutions tell the story of power and change
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - One of the clearest ways to see that evolution is through Georgia’s constitutions. Since the American Revolution, Georgia has…
State Rep. Miriam Paris (D) highlights legislative priorities and International Women’s Day Ceremony at Georgia State Capitol
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - State Rep. Miriam Paris (D), who represents District 142 in Macon, serves on several committees…
Georgia school shooting suspect’s father convicted of second-degree murder, involuntary manslaughter
WINDER, Ga. (AP) — A Georgia man whose teenage son is accused of killing two students and two teachers at a high school was convicted of second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter Tuesday. Colin Gray also was found guilty of all other charges…
Burial site of free and enslaved people of color confirmed beneath Whitefield Square in Savannah
(CNN)- On February 20, archeologist Daniel Elliot confirmed a burial site that operated from 1763 to 1844 for free and enslaved…
Morning Business Report: Oil prices fall, stocks slide, and higher-dose Wegovy approved in latest business updates
(LILIAMAX)- Oil prices dropped overnight after reaching their highest levels since mid-2022, as global leaders worked to ease concerns surrounding…
Body of missing University of Alabama student found off Barcelona beach after 3-day search
(NBC)- The body of a missing American college student has been recovered off the coast of a popular Barcelona beach after a frantic three-day search. Authorities…
TSA delays worsen during government shutdown as unpaid workers miss shifts
(CNN)- The disruption comes as Transportation Security Administration employees miss paychecks due to a lapse in funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which began…
Chuck Norris, martial arts master and actor whose toughness became internet lore, dies at 86
(AP)- Chuck Norris, the martial arts grandmaster and action star whose roles in “Walker, Texas Ranger” and other television shows and movies made him an iconic tough guy — sparking internet parodies and adoration from presidents — has died at 86.…
Tulsi Gabbard pressed on Iran threat as intelligence officials clash and FBI probes Joe Kent
(NBC)- A tense hearing on Capitol Hill is raising new questions about the justification for U.S. military action against Iran, as…
Morning Business Report: Fed holds rates steady as stocks drop, tax scams rise ahead of April deadline
(LILAMAX)- The Federal Reserve is holding interest rates steady, even as economic uncertainty grows following rising global tensions and…
Dolores Huerta and others accuse labor leader Cesar Chavez of sexual abuse
(NBC)- New and deeply troubling allegations are emerging against labor rights icon Cesar Chavez, decades after his death, raising questions about the legacy of…
Weather whiplash hits U.S. with California heat wave and Midwest winter storm recovery
(CNN)- A dramatic weather divide is unfolding across the United States, with an unusually early and intense heat wave scorching the West while…
Morning Business Report: TSA shortages, Lululemon outlook, Oscars ratings and car reliability report
(LILAMAX)- A growing number of TSA agents are calling out of work as the government funding fight continues to impact airport operations across…
Early heat wave hits California and West as Midwest, East recover from winter storm damage
(CNN)- A dramatic swing in weather is gripping the United States, as parts of the West face an unusually early and…
U.S. strikes Iranian missile sites near Strait of Hormuz as tensions escalate, Trump defends action
(NBC)- Air raid sirens echoing across Israel underscore the rising toll of the escalating conflict, as a deadly missile strike hit…
Old Dominion University shooting leaves gunman dead, two ROTC members critically injured
By JONATHAN MATTISE and OLIVIA DIAZ Associated Press A gunman is dead and two people are hurt after a shooting at Old Dominion University on Thursday morning, the Virginia school said. Shooting reported inside business school building ODU said a…
Armed man rams vehicle into Michigan synagogue, suspect dead
By COREY WILLIAMS Associated Press WEST BLOOMFIELD, Mich. (AP) — Man armed with a rifle rammed vehicle into Michigan synagogue and was fatally shot by security, AP source says. WEST BLOOMFIELD, Mich. (AP) — Police are responding to reports of…
U.S. casualties mount as fighting with Iran intensifies
(NBC)- The human toll of the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran is becoming clearer as new figures from the Pentagon reveal mounting casualties among American…
Morning Business Report: Global oil reserve release proposed as markets watch Iran conflict and rising fuel costs
(LILAMAX)- According to reports, member countries are expected to decide whether to release emergency oil stockpiles in an effort…
Former NFL linebacker Darron Lee accused of murder, prosecutors say he used ChatGPT to plan cover-up
(NBC)- Former NFL linebacker Darron Lee is back in the spotlight, this time inside a Tennessee courtroom where prosecutors say…
The Latest: About 140 US troops injured, 8 severely, so far in Iran war, Pentagon says
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday would be the most intense day yet of U.S. strikes inside Iran. The Islamic Republic, its firepower diminished, vowed to fight on. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the war’s aim is a popular overthrow of Iran’s government, and…
Long TSA lines frustrate travelers as partial DHS shutdown strains airport security
(NBC)- Across the country, passengers are facing long, slow-moving TSA lines as a partial Department of Homeland Security shutdown continues to impact staffing. At…

