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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 stabbing happened around 1 a.m. The 49-year-old inmate was transported…
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…
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.”…
Light rain arrives then a brief chill down for Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Widespread light rain and overcast skies cover most of North and Middle Georgia early this morning, courtesy of deep moisture pooled over our region ahead of low pressure over the Tennessee Valley. The rainy and mild…
Deputies: Stolen Kia investigation ends with arrests and gunfire in Macon
UPDATE: Deputies say Rickie Scott Watson has been released from the hospital and taken to the Bibb County Jail. Watson is charged with obstruction of…
Fort Valley leaders accept Gary Lee’s resignation during special meeting
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Fort Valley leaders held a special called meeting Tuesday night to accept the resignation of City Administrator Gary Lee. Two additional…
UPDATE: Perry police classify missing woman Genia Gay Vickers as endangered
UPDATE (2/3/26): Perry police said in an update on Tuesday that Vickers is considered an endangered missing person. According to an updated…
Food banks prepare for increased need as SNAP requirements change
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As of February 1, new requirements for SNAP recipients are ni effect, including changes tied to age, work hours and food purchase restrictions.…
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.…
Rain arrives overnight; sticks around Wednesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An incoming low pressure system from the west will bring rain to Middle Georgia tonight and tomorrow. This Evening It’s been a pleasant day around Middle Georgia with temperatures finally reaching or climbing above average…
UPDATE: Bibb deputies say 21-year-old wanted in deadly August hit-and-run is now in custody
UPDATE (2/3/26): Bibb County deputies say they've made an arrest in connection with the…
William S Hutchings students explore STEM careers through Navy VR program
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The mobile, high-tech program allows students to participate in immersive virtual missions that mirror real Navy operations, from launching fighter jets…
GBI: Man shot, killed during argument at Forsyth apartment complex
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) – A man is dead after being shot at a Forsyth apartment complex Monday, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. The shooting happened February 2 at the Forsyth Gardens Apartments. According to a news release,…
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…
Atrium Health Navicent surgeon discusses weight management and healthy living
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A local surgeon is stressing the importance of healthy weight management and the long-term risks tied to poor diet and inactivity. Danny Vaughn,…
Elderly woman killed in Macon house fire
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A woman and her dog were found dead at the scene of a house fire Monday night, according to Coroner Leon Jones. Jones says the woman has been identified as 73-year-old Deloris Barron. Lead Investigator Captain…
Hollywood Minute: Michael Jackson biopic trailer
(CNN)- The first official trailer has been released for Michael, the highly anticipated biopic chronicling the life and career of music legend Michael Jackson. Two-time Oscar nominee Colman Domingo stars…
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 stabbing happened around 1 a.m. The 49-year-old inmate was transported…
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…
Deputies: Stolen Kia investigation ends with arrests and gunfire in Macon
UPDATE: Deputies say Rickie Scott Watson has been released from the hospital and taken to the Bibb County Jail. Watson is charged with obstruction of…
Fort Valley leaders accept Gary Lee’s resignation during special meeting
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Fort Valley leaders held a special called meeting Tuesday night to accept the resignation of City Administrator Gary Lee. Two additional…
UPDATE: Perry police classify missing woman Genia Gay Vickers as endangered
UPDATE (2/3/26): Perry police said in an update on Tuesday that Vickers is considered an endangered missing person. According to an updated…
Food banks prepare for increased need as SNAP requirements change
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As of February 1, new requirements for SNAP recipients are ni effect, including changes tied to age, work hours and food purchase restrictions.…
Rain arrives overnight; sticks around Wednesday
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - An incoming low pressure system from the west will bring rain to Middle Georgia tonight and tomorrow. This Evening It’s been a pleasant day around Middle Georgia with temperatures finally reaching or climbing above average…
UPDATE: Bibb deputies say 21-year-old wanted in deadly August hit-and-run is now in custody
UPDATE (2/3/26): Bibb County deputies say they've made an arrest in connection with the…
William S Hutchings students explore STEM careers through Navy VR program
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The mobile, high-tech program allows students to participate in immersive virtual missions that mirror real Navy operations, from launching fighter jets…
GBI: Man shot, killed during argument at Forsyth apartment complex
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) – A man is dead after being shot at a Forsyth apartment complex Monday, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. The shooting happened February 2 at the Forsyth Gardens Apartments. According to a news release,…
Elderly woman killed in Macon house fire
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A woman and her dog were found dead at the scene of a house fire Monday night, according to Coroner Leon Jones. Jones says the woman has been identified as 73-year-old Deloris Barron. Lead Investigator Captain…
Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores January 26-30
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - This week's Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public…
Fort Valley names interim police chief amid city leadership changes
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Fort Valley Police Department says Alger Raines is serving as interim police chief. The leadership changes come as the Fort…
Peach County jury convicts man in child sexual abuse case
PEACH COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Peach County jury has convicted a man of sexually abusing his former girlfriend's daughter over a three-year period, according to a news release from the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office. District Attorney Anita…
Cloud cover returns Tuesday ahead of increasing rain odds
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Clouds will arrive in Middle Georgia ahead of sunrise tomorrow before the next rainmaker arrives tomorrow night. This Evening It’s been a sunny and breezy day around Middle Georgia with most spots seeing 10+ degree increases…
Perry to add 35 new downtown apartments
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Perry will soon be making room for more residents downtown. Starting in March, the city will begin the first phase of 35 new apartments on…
Monroe County Sheriff’s Office releases images in Macon bank forgery investigation
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public's help identifying a person connected to a forgery investigation involving a bank transaction in Macon, according to a news release. The sheriff’s office said a victim'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…
State, county agencies, and Georgia Power warn of potential ice, power outages, and travel hazards
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Emergency management officials across Georgia are urging residents to prepare for possible winter weather this weekend, warning of travel disruptions, power outages, and dangerous conditions, particularly in north and parts of Middle Georgia. State and local agencies…
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…
Justice Department releases millions of pages of records tied to Jeffrey Epstein files
NEW YORK (AP) — The Justice Department on Friday released many more records from its investigative files on Jeffrey Epstein, resuming disclosures under a law intended to reveal what the government knew about the millionaire financier’s sexual abuse of young girls and his…
Journalist Don Lemon is charged with federal civil rights crimes in anti-ICE church protest
By JAIMIE DING, ALANNA DURKIN RICHER and ERIC TUCKER Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — Journalist Don Lemon has been charged with federal civil rights crimes in connection with an anti-immigration enforcement protest that disrupted a service at a Minnesota church, the…
Morning Business Report: Budget deal eases shutdown fears as markets slide
(LILAMAX)- Senate Democrats have reached a deal with Republicans and the White House to pass five spending bills, funding a large portion of the federal…
Democrats, White House strike spending deal that would avert government shutdown
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats and the White House struck a deal to avert a partial government shutdown and temporarily fund the Department of Homeland Security on Thursday as they consider new restrictions for President Donald Trump’s surge of immigration enforcement.…
