(NBC) — A major shakeup at the Department of Justice as Pam Bondi is out as Attorney General. Donald Trump announced the move, posting “we love Pam,” while saying she will transition to a new role in the private sector. Bondi, a longtime ally of the president dating back to his first term, had recently appeared alongside him during a…
(NBC) — Federal authorities have arrested rising rapper Pooh Shiesty, along with his father and seven others, in connection with an alleged armed robbery and kidnapping plot. The arrests come after a newly unsealed 31-page federal criminal complaint that triggered coordinated law enforcement raids in Memphis and Frisco, Texas. According to prosecutors, Pooh Shiesty — whose real name is Lontrell…
(LILAMAX)- Growing number of states are making personal finance education a requirement for high school graduation, as educators push to better prepare students for real-world financial decisions. An analysis by the Center for Financial Literacy at Champlain College found that by 2031, 29 states and the District of Columbia will require a personal finance course. That would mean about 73%…
(CNN)- “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” is off to a hot start, bringing in an estimated $34.5 million in domestic ticket sales on Wednesday — the biggest opening day of the year so far. Box office analysts say the animated sequel could approach $200 million in its first five days, signaling another major success for the franchise. Meanwhile, Meryl Streep…
(CNN)- NASA is taking another major step in space exploration as the Artemis II mission successfully begins its journey around the moon. “We have just completed the translunar injection burn. Preliminary reports of a good burn,” mission control confirmed. In simple terms, that means the spacecraft has reached the speed needed to break free from Earth’s orbit and head toward…
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Republican candidate for governor Rick Jackson is bringing his campaign message to voters in Middle Georgia, focusing on tax relief and economic issues. Jackson says one of his top priorities is reducing taxes, particularly property taxes, which he believes have become too high for many residents. He also says he wants to represent people he feels…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Memorial Park Recreation Center is back open following a $2.4 million renovation project. The money comes from 2018 SPLOST (Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax) funds, according to Macon-Bibb County. County leaders say the upgrades include a new playground for kids. “We just want to provide a quality recreational space for this community so the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – This weekend includes a return of strawberry season, a powerhouse R&B concert and a lineup of family-friendly Easter egg hunts! Here’s your 41NBC Weekend Watch. Strawberry season underway at Lane Southern Orchards Spring has sprung, and Lane Southern Orchards is celebrating the start of strawberry season with a family-friendly festival this Saturday from 11 a.m. to…
(NBC)- A new option is now available for millions of Americans looking to lose weight — without the need for injections. Eli Lilly has received FDA approval for its new GLP-1 weight loss pill, Foundayo, which is expected to hit the market next week. The pill enters a rapidly growing market, following the release of an oral version of Wegovy…
(NBC) – Donald Trump addressed the nation overnight in his first primetime speech since the start of the war with Iran, saying U.S. military objectives are nearing completion. “One month into strikes, we are systematically dismantling the regime’s ability to threaten America or project power outside of their borders,” Trump said. The president pointed to progress targeting Iran’s navy, air…
(LILAMAX)- Alexa Plus users can now order food directly from Grubhub and Uber Eats through the AI assistant. The feature is included with an Amazon Prime membership. Meanwhile, Sam’s Club is raising the cost of its basic annual membership from $50 to $60. The company, owned by Walmart, last increased membership prices in 2013. LinkedIn is warning users about a…
(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 fishing channel, where he shares quiet moments of sunrise catches and calm waters with viewers. But on February 19th, that calm was suddenly interrupted. “I always make the decision to go right underneath the…
(CNN) – Dramatic testimony in a Hawaii courtroom as the son of a doctor accused of trying to kill his wife took the stand. During the attempted second-degree murder trial of Gerhardt Konig, his son, Emile Konig, told jurors about a FaceTime call he says happened shortly after the alleged attack. “What did the defendant tell you during that call?”…
East Macon demolition (PHOTO: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon celebrated another milestone Wednesday in East Macon with the demolition of an empty former secretary of state office at 237 Coliseum Drive, which will bring in more business and upgrades to the east side of Macon. Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller said the project has been in the city’s plan….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Monroe County is upgrading how it alerts residents during emergencies with a new mass notification system called Hyperreach. Officials say the switch comes after their previous system experienced a nationwide data breach. Captain Christina Bramlett with the Monroe County Emergency Management Agency says the new system will help them reach people faster than before. “We have a…
Turner Woods Elementary School food forest (PHOTO: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)JONES, County (41NBC/WMGT) – Students at Turner Woods Elementary School planted a food forest on campus Wednesday, taking part in a hands-on learning experience focused on food security and sustainability. President and CEO of Shaome Cooperative Chelsea McClain said the project teaches students how communities can grow food where they live. She…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – From new homes and jobs to scam warnings, gas price relief, beloved restaurant reopenings and local honors, this is your Georgia Business Focus. Baldwin County secures $2.2 million housing grant to support growth Baldwin County has been awarded a $2,208,899 rural workforce housing grant from Gov. Brian Kemp’s OneGeorgia Authority. The funding will help develop more…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Miss Central Georgia’s Teen Ava Mincey is using her year of service to raise awareness and support for Alzheimer’s research while encouraging teens across Middle Georgia to lead with purpose and service. Mincey, a junior in high school, said holding the title has “been a dream,” adding that she is “excited for what is to come”…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Miss Central Georgia Hannah Perry is using her year of service to promote the importance of historical preservation and awareness across Middle Georgia. Perry, who holds the title of Miss Central Georgia, is sharing her community service initiative, “Past Forward,” a program centered on preserving the past to help guide the future. Her platform focuses on…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon man was arrested in connection with theft by shoplifting Wednesday, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The Macon-Bibb E911 center received a call at 8:39 a.m. April 1. Deputies responded to the Family Dollar at 3190 Mercer University Drive in Macon in reference to a report of shoplifting. According to a news release,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man had his probation revoked and was sentenced to five years in prison after threatening to kill a Georgia State trooper and her children, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office. Marion Lester was sentenced following a revocation hearing in which the court found his conduct warranted serious consequences. His probation was revoked, and…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was sentenced for shooting his cousin while on probation for shooting his aunt, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office. Michael Fuller was sentenced March 31, 2026, following a revocation hearing in which the court revoked his First Offender status and adjudicated him guilty on the original charge of aggravated assault. He…
(NBC) — The countdown is on at Kennedy Space Center as NASA prepares to launch Artemis II — its first crewed mission to the Moon since the Apollo era. “We’re ready, the rocket is ready, we are ready, NASA is ready,” said mission commander Reid Wiseman. On board are four astronauts making history: Commander Reid Wiseman, pilot Victor Glover, and…
(NBC) – President Donald Trump is preparing for a rare primetime address to the nation, signaling the war with Iran may be nearing an end. “I would say that within two weeks, maybe — two weeks, maybe three. We’re hitting them very hard,” Trump said. The president says his administration is now negotiating with what he describes as a more “rational”…