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Tech Report: Smart glasses, AI cyberattacks, digital remittances, Bezos’ space prediction
(LILAMAX)- EssilorLuxottica is doubling down on the future of smart glasses, investing in eyewear that lets users play music and take photos — all hands-free.…
Morning Business Report: Mortgage rates dip as housing market cools; stocks, drugmakers fall amid tariff pressures
(LILAMAX)- There’s a bit of relief for potential homebuyers this week. Freddie Mac reports the average rate on a 30-year…
Robocalls and scam texts surge to six-year high, watchdog warns
(NBC)- If it feels like your phone never stops buzzing, you’re not imagining it. Americans are getting more robocalls and scam texts than ever before. The…
Trump considers giving Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine during Zelensky White House visit
(CNN)- The war in Ukraine — and the weapons needed to fight it — are taking center stage in Washington today as Ukrainian President…
Another dry day before rain arrives for Sunday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Mostly clear skies are continuing across the area today. There is a dry back door front moving southwest through the region, however, all that's happening is elevated easterly winds. This front is ushering in a building…
Massive storm triggers one of Alaska’s largest airlifts as villages wiped out along west coast
(NBC) - One of the largest airlifts in Alaska’s history is underway after a devastating storm tore through the state’s western…
Man accused of briefly stealing car with baby inside at Florida gas station
(NBC)- Surveillance video captured the tense moments when a man drove off in a car with a one-year-old child inside — then returned…
Hollywood Minute: ‘Sinners’ cast to receive Gotham Awards tribute as family films and cult classics hit theaters
(CNN)- The acclaimed drama Sinners is getting fresh recognition this awards season. The Gotham Awards announced that the film’s…
Macon family threatens legal action following burial plot dispute
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Leroy Thomas Jr. was laid to rest at Woodlawn Memorial park in Macon in 2017. On Thursday, his sisters were at his grave,…
Halloween shoppers feeling the pinch as prices rise
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Creepy masks, spooky decorations and tons of candy could cost Halloween shoppers more than ever this season, with a projected record spending of $13.1 billion, according to the National Retail Federation. Halloween is only a few…
Slight temperature drop Friday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - After a few days in the mid 80s temperatures will be closer to 80 degrees Friday afternoon. This Evening It’s been another clear and pleasant afternoon across…
Twiggs County deputies arrest Dodge County man accused of enticing a 15-year-old girl
TWIGGS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Dodge County man is behind bars after deputies say he was found traveling with a 15-year-old girl he allegedly met in Gwinnett County, according to the Twiggs County Sheriff's Office. The incident happened just…
Trump authorizes CIA covert action in Venezuela, warns of new immigration crackdowns
(NBC)- President Donald Trump is escalating his fight against immigration and the drug trade — both at home and abroad. Speaking Wednesday, the president…
Tech Report: Americans uneasy about rise of AI, Walmart expands IoT network
(LILAMAX)- A new Pew Research Center survey shows more Americans are concerned than excited about the rise of artificial intelligence in daily life —…
Happy Hour Service Center invites community to State of the Organization Address, Heroes for Happy Hour-Super 5K Run and Walk
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Happy Hour Service Center is inviting the community to the upcoming State…
Warner Robins teen sentenced to 20 years for Halloween 2024 shooting
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An 18-year-old Warner Robins man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to a 2024 Halloween…
Judge blocks Trump layoffs as shutdown deepens and tensions rise
(NBC)- As the government shutdown stretches on, the legal and political stakes continue to climb. President Donald Trump insists his administration is “getting rid of a…
Morning Business Report: Major banks report strong earnings as markets rally, United Airlines projects record revenue
(LILAMAX)- The nation’s largest banks are sending a message of confidence about the U.S. economy. Major lenders reported strong earnings…
Byron man convicted on 18 counts of child sexual exploitation
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Peach County jury has convicted a Byron man on 18 counts of child sexual exploitation following an undercover investigation that began more than seven years ago. According to a news release from the Macon…
Man charged with aggravated assault after Jones County shooting
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A man is in custody after deputies say he shot someone Thursday in Jones County. According to a news release from the Jones County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a report of a person shot on…
Man arrested after shots fired into Duhart Avenue home in Eastman
EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Eastman Police Department says a man is in custody after shots were fired at a home earlier this month on Duhart Avenue. According to a news release, officers received a 911 call on October 8…
Sonny’s BBQ Brings New Fall Flavors to Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The restaurant chain, known for its slow-smoked meats and Southern hospitality is rolling out seasonal dishes that bring comfort and creativity to the…
Macon family threatens legal action following burial plot dispute
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Leroy Thomas Jr. was laid to rest at Woodlawn Memorial park in Macon in 2017. On Thursday, his sisters were at his grave,…
Halloween shoppers feeling the pinch as prices rise
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Creepy masks, spooky decorations and tons of candy could cost Halloween shoppers more than ever this season, with a projected record spending of $13.1 billion, according to the National Retail Federation. Halloween is only a few…
Slight temperature drop Friday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - After a few days in the mid 80s temperatures will be closer to 80 degrees Friday afternoon. This Evening It’s been another clear and pleasant afternoon across…
Twiggs County deputies arrest Dodge County man accused of enticing a 15-year-old girl
TWIGGS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Dodge County man is behind bars after deputies say he was found traveling with a 15-year-old girl he allegedly met in Gwinnett County, according to the Twiggs County Sheriff's Office. The incident happened just…
Happy Hour Service Center invites community to State of the Organization Address, Heroes for Happy Hour-Super 5K Run and Walk
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Happy Hour Service Center is inviting the community to the upcoming State…
Warner Robins teen sentenced to 20 years for Halloween 2024 shooting
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An 18-year-old Warner Robins man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to a 2024 Halloween…
Deputies investigating armed robbery at Family Dollar in Macon
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that happened Wednesday night at a Family Dollar store on Shurling Drive. According…
Newly elected Georgia NAACP President Gwenette Westbrooks outlines goals
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon NAACP Branch President Gwenette Westbrooks was promoted by her peers over the weekend, and elected President of the Georgia NAACP State Conference.…
Pecan harvest begins at Lane Southern Orchards in Fort Valley
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Pecan season is officially here! Lane Southern Orchards is preparing pecans for their customers, providing 15 different varieties of pecans and…
Sunshine rolls on Thursday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Another sunny above average day is expected for Middle Georgia Thursday. This Evening Wednesday has been quite similar to Tuesday save for a couple of clouds overhead. Another…
Deputies: Man caught with stolen merchandise after Macon Dollar General break-in
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Deputies arrested a 58-year-old man Wednesday morning after a burglary at a Dollar General store in Macon. According to a Bibb…
Man killed, two airlifted after crash at Highway 22 and 24 in Baldwin County
BALDWIN COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — One man died and two others were seriously injured after a crash Monday afternoon in Baldwin County, according to Georgia State Patrol. GSP says the crash happened around 4:53 p.m. on Georgia Highway 22 at…
Deputies: Two people facing charges after Macon stabbing
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Deputies arrested two people after responding to a stabbing on Holly Street last week. According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded Thursday and found 33-year-old Candice Marisa Reynolds of Ellenwood at an abandoned home…
Early voting is now underway across Georgia. Here's what's on the ballot in Macon-Bibb County.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Tuesday marked the first day of early voting for the November 4 election in Georgia. In Macon,…
Sonny’s BBQ Brings New Fall Flavors to Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The restaurant chain, known for its slow-smoked meats and Southern hospitality is rolling out seasonal dishes that bring comfort and creativity to the…
Newly elected Georgia NAACP President Gwenette Westbrooks outlines goals
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon NAACP Branch President Gwenette Westbrooks was promoted by her peers over the weekend, and elected President of the Georgia NAACP State Conference.…
Macon-Bibb NAACP President Gwen Westbrooks elected Georgia NAACP president
UPDATE: Westbrooks told 41NBC's Fiona King she will assume her new role after a 30-day transition period and serve a two-year term. She says one of her…
Eighth body recovered after fiery Georgia highway crash between semi-trailer and van
JEFFERSON, Ga. (AP) — An eighth body was found at a fiery Georgia highway crash between a semi-trailer and van, Deputy Jackson County Coroner…
Skating rinks across Middle Georgia invite families to celebrate Roller Skating Month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Rinks across Middle Georgia are inviting families to lace up their skates and join the fun this National Roller Skating…
Georgia National Fair introduces new creative foods for 2025 fairgoers
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia National Fair is dishing out new and creative foods that are catching fairgoers’ attention. Addie Hodges, marketing and communications specialist for the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, says this year’s menu includes some exciting…
Fairgoers can witness the miracle of life inside the Georgia National Fair’s Baby Barn
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Inside the Baby Barn, fairgoers can see farm animals being born right before their eyes. The live birthing center…
Pirate-themed comedy show brings laughs to Georgia National Fair
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Swashchucklers Comedy Pirate Show is entertaining fairgoers with sword fights, stunts, and plenty of humor. The family-friendly performance blends action and comedy,…
Drivers urged to stay alert around farm equipment during Georgia harvest season
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Harvest season is underway, bringing more farm vehicles to local roads and highways. As rural communities prepare for the busy season, officials are…
Disc-Connected K9s dazzle crowds with high-flying frisbee action at Georgia National Fair
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Disc-Connected K9s Frisbee Dog Show at the Georgia National Fair features dogs showing off their agility, speed and teamwork…
Investigation underway after stabbing on Triple Hill Drive
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a 26-year-old man was stabbed. According to the sheriff's office, it happened in the 1100 block of Triple Hill Drive. Deputies were called to the scene at 10:…
Georgia Democrat Olu Brown talks bid for governor
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Former pastor and current small business owner Olu Brown is turning to politics, eyeing the governor’s mansion. “I’m offering myself for governor because I…
Southeastern Reptile Rescue Brings Education and Adventure to Georgia National Fair
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Southeastern Reptile Rescue is giving visitors an up-close look at some of nature’s most misunderstood creatures. From snakes to alligators, the…
New attractions make their debut at the Georgia National Fair
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Georgia National Fair is underway, and it features plenty of new attractions this year, including rides. Reithoffer Shows, the company responsible…
Republican-led Georgia state Senate committee plans to question Fani Willis next month
ATLANTA (AP) — After previous attempts to bring Fani Willis before a special state Senate committee formed to investigate her failed, the committee chairman said Friday that he expects the Fulton County district attorney to appear for questioning next month. State senators…
Healthcare challenges limiting rural Georgia growth
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –Experts say one of the biggest barriers limiting rural development in Georgia is access to healthcare. The Georgia House of Representatives Rural Development Committee is eyeing paths…
Georgia National Fair brings economic boost to Middle Georgia
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Beyond the fairgrounds, the annual tradition is making a big impact on the local economy. Addie Hodges, marketing and communications specialist for the…
Supreme Court lets Lisa Cook remain as a Federal Reserve governor for now
By MARK SHERMAN Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court on Wednesday allowed Lisa Cook to remain as a Federal Reserve governor for now, declining to act on the Trump administration’s effort to immediately remove her from the central…
Tech Report: Smart glasses, AI cyberattacks, digital remittances, Bezos’ space prediction
(LILAMAX)- EssilorLuxottica is doubling down on the future of smart glasses, investing in eyewear that lets users play music and take photos — all hands-free.…
Morning Business Report: Mortgage rates dip as housing market cools; stocks, drugmakers fall amid tariff pressures
(LILAMAX)- There’s a bit of relief for potential homebuyers this week. Freddie Mac reports the average rate on a 30-year…
Robocalls and scam texts surge to six-year high, watchdog warns
(NBC)- If it feels like your phone never stops buzzing, you’re not imagining it. Americans are getting more robocalls and scam texts than ever before. The…
Trump considers giving Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine during Zelensky White House visit
(CNN)- The war in Ukraine — and the weapons needed to fight it — are taking center stage in Washington today as Ukrainian President…
Massive storm triggers one of Alaska’s largest airlifts as villages wiped out along west coast
(NBC) - One of the largest airlifts in Alaska’s history is underway after a devastating storm tore through the state’s western…
Man accused of briefly stealing car with baby inside at Florida gas station
(NBC)- Surveillance video captured the tense moments when a man drove off in a car with a one-year-old child inside — then returned…
Trump authorizes CIA covert action in Venezuela, warns of new immigration crackdowns
(NBC)- President Donald Trump is escalating his fight against immigration and the drug trade — both at home and abroad. Speaking Wednesday, the president…
Tech Report: Americans uneasy about rise of AI, Walmart expands IoT network
(LILAMAX)- A new Pew Research Center survey shows more Americans are concerned than excited about the rise of artificial intelligence in daily life —…
Judge blocks Trump layoffs as shutdown deepens and tensions rise
(NBC)- As the government shutdown stretches on, the legal and political stakes continue to climb. President Donald Trump insists his administration is “getting rid of a…
Morning Business Report: Major banks report strong earnings as markets rally, United Airlines projects record revenue
(LILAMAX)- The nation’s largest banks are sending a message of confidence about the U.S. economy. Major lenders reported strong earnings…
Los Angeles County declares emergency over Trump immigration raids
(NBC)- Los Angeles County is declaring a state of emergency over President Trump’s immigration raids — a move typically reserved for natural disasters. The Board of Supervisors…
The U.S. economy takes a hit as shutdown drags on
(CNN)- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the ongoing government shutdown is starting to slow the U.S. economy — costing an estimated $15 billion each week. “The…
Tech Report: Instagram adds teen safety limits as Walmart, Spotify and Etsy expand AI partnerships
(LILAMAX)- Instagram is rolling out new protections for teenagers’ accounts — including a system that limits what young users can see…
Morning Business Report: Trump targets China over soybean trade as Boeing lands major missile deal
(LILAMAX)- President Donald Trump is escalating his rhetoric against China over trade. In a post on Truth Social last night, he…
Military pay resumes amid government shutdown as layoffs mount
(CNN)- It’s a crucial payday for U.S. service members — and a moment of relief for military families caught up in the ongoing government shutdown. President Donald…
D’Angelo, Grammy-winning R&B singer who became an icon with ‘Untitled (How Does It Feel),’ dies
LOS ANGELES (AP) -D’Angelo, the Grammy-winning R&B singer recognized by his raspy yet smooth voice and for garnering mainstream attention with the shirtless “Untitled (How Does It Feel)” music video, has died. He was 51. The singer, whose real name was Michael…
Measles outbreaks surge across U.S. schools as vaccination rates decline
(NBC)- This morning, health officials are sounding the alarm as measles cases surge nationwide, disrupting classrooms and forcing hundreds of students into quarantine. In South Carolina,…
Tech Report: Apple rebrands streaming service and tech companies expand major partnerships
(LILAMAX)- Apple is unveiling a new look for its streaming platform — Apple TV Plus is now simply Apple TV. The company calls the rebrand “a vibrant new identity,” signaling a streamlined approach to its entertainment offerings. The platform’s next…
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