(CNN)- President Donald Trump says a ceasefire agreement in Gaza may be imminent. “I think we’re close to a deal on Gaza. We could have it this week,” Trump told reporters Monday, as he hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. Negotiations have reached a critical phase. Delegations from Israel and Hamas are holding proximity talks in…
(LILAMAX)- Amazon Prime Days officially kick off tomorrow, but some major deals are already live. Shoppers can find early discounts on fans, misters, earphones, Apple products, vacuums, and other cleaning tools. The annual sales event runs through Friday, giving Prime members multiple days to grab big savings. A new study from MIT is raising red flags about how students are…
GRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is dead after authorities say he intentionally set fire to a Jones County body shop before taking his own life Sunday morning. Around 8:30 a.m., deputies with the Jones County Sheriff’s Office and crews from the Jones County Fire Department responded to a structure fire at Stan’s Body Shop on Gray Highway. According to…
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Houston County man was hospitalized Saturday morning after a collision between a motorcycle and an SUV, according to the Houston County Sheriff’s Office. The crash happened around 10:51 a.m. July 5 at the intersection of Ga. Highway 96 and Mt. Zion Road. A 2017 gray Ford Escape was heading west on Highway 96 and…
(CNN)- Dakota Johnson may be stepping behind the camera. While speaking at a film festival in the Czech Republic, the actress revealed she’s exploring a directorial debut on a small, personal project she described as “close to my heart.” Johnson hopes to collaborate with Vanessa Burghardt — who played her daughter in the 2022 indie film Cha Cha Real Smooth….
(LILAMAX)- President Donald Trump announced today that his administration will begin notifying countries of unilateral tariffs that could reach as high as 70%. The move signals a major escalation in his trade strategy. Trump said he has already signed letters to 12 nations, laying out the various tariff levels they will face on exports to the United States. The “take…
(LILAMAX)- President Donald Trump is pledging federal support for flood-ravaged Central Texas and says he plans to visit the disaster zone later this week. “I would have done it today,” Trump said Monday, “but we’d just be in their way.” The President’s remarks came as questions swirl over whether cuts to the federal government have left key vacancies at the…
(NBC)- As raging floodwaters tear through the Texas Hill Country, rescue and recovery efforts are pushing into their fourth day, with no signs of slowing down. “It’s where our energy, our resources, and our attention are directed,” said Kerrville City Manager Dalton Rice. “Nothing is more important than bringing comfort and clarity to those who are waiting and grieving.” Hundreds…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that critically injured a 43-year-old man Saturday night. According to a news release from the sheriff’s office, the shooting was reported to the Macon-Bibb E-911 Center at 10:05 p.m. in the 3800 block of Mercer Street. Deputies responded to the scene after receiving a call about a…
Photo: Baldwin County Fire RescueUPDATE (7/6): Baldwin County Fire Rescue says crews successfully recovered the body of a man who went missing at Lake Sinclair on July 4. The body was recovered just after midnight near where the man fell from a jet ski on Friday. Earlier Saturday, crews asked the public to avoid Optimus Island and said the search…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that happened Friday night at a motel on Harrison Road. According to a news release from the sheriff’s office, it was reported around 9:37 p.m. at the American’s Best Inn, located at 4991 Harrison Road. Witnesses say a masked man entered the business with a gun…
41NBC’s Bill Shanks sat down with Southwest Patriots head coach Joe Dupree to discuss their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports Tags: high school football, southwest patriots
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Families and friends from across Middle Georgia came together Friday to celebrate the Fourth of July at the 28th Annual ‘Sparks Over the Park’ event at Lake Tobesofkee. Despite the heat, hundreds of people gathered at the lake, where the air was filled with music and the smells of grills. Aside from the food, families enjoyed…
Jason Jones (Photo: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in finding a missing 48-year-old man. According to a post on the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page, Jason Jones was last seen driving a gray Nissan Altima with Georgia tag number CZH5798. Deputies say Jones has a…
(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The July Fourth Historic Ingleside Neighborhood Association (HINA) brings out Middle Georgians of different backgrounds, but a shared love for the country. Residents first began hosting the parade in the 1970s. After a two-decade hiatus, this is the fourth year of the events’ return, much to the delight of longtime resident Blair Train….
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Rigby’s Water World is making a splash this Fourth of July. Hundreds of visitors from all across Georgia came out to celebrate at the popular water park. The day was packed with exciting events for families, including a whipped cream pie eating competition and a belly flop contest. Two participants in the whipped cream pie…
(LILAMAX)- Jeep has once again been named the most patriotic brand in the U.S., according to this year’s Brand Keys survey of 1,350 companies. The iconic off-road vehicle brand, which dates back to World War II, continues to represent freedom, adventure, and American grit. Ford ranks second on the list, with its deep ties to American manufacturing. Many of its…
(CNN)- A new documentary is shining a light on a beloved figure in children’s television. “Shari and Lamb Chop” tells the story of Shari Lewis, the performer who captivated generations of young viewers with her ventriloquist puppet Lamb Chop. The film explores her ability to connect with children, her creative vision, and her perseverance after her iconic show was canceled….
(CNN)- U.S. businesses could soon find out exactly how much they’ll pay in tariffs for certain imported goods. President Donald Trump says he plans to send determination letters to foreign countries — possibly starting today — outlining new tariff rates. “My inclination is to send a letter out and say what tariff they’re going to be paying,” Trump said Thursday….
41NBC’s Bill Shanks sat down with Westfield Hornets head coach Chad Campbell to discuss their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports Tags: high school football, westfield hornets
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As summer temperatures rise and families are on the move, safety officials are urging parents not to forget their most precious passengers: their children in the backseat. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, about 37 children die each year in the U.S. from heatstroke after being left in a hot car. So before you…
(Photo Credit: Fiona King /41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is reminding those planning to head out on the lakes this Independence Day weekend to stay alert while boating. A big concern during this holiday weekend is life jacket safety. Wes Freeman, a Georgia State Game Warden with the DNR, says every person on board should have…
Keino Bibbs (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (7/3/25): A fourth person is now in custody and charged with murder after a deadly shooting at Autumn Trace Apartments on June 5. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, investigators identified 18-year-old Keino Shantez Bibbs of Macon as a suspect in connection with the death of Marcus Cunningham Jr. Bibbs…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A Warner Robins man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after pleading guilty to heroin trafficking, according to the Houston County District Attorney’s Office. 57-year-old James Edward Kelly Jr. entered a guilty plea on July 3 to trafficking heroin. He was sentenced to 25 years, with the first 12 to be served in…