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Bibb County, Featured, Lifestyle, Local News

Downtown Macon’s Loom Comfort Kitchen unveils new southern-inspired menu

A downtown Macon restaurant is introducing a refreshed menu designed to blend Southern comfort food with refined culinary technique.
Tyrik Wynn,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Loom Comfort Kitchen & Cocktails, located inside Hotel Forty Five, recently rolled out updated offerings that restaurant leaders say are rooted in family tradition while embracing elevated preparation methods. Executive Sous Chef McAuthor Johnson says the goal is to create dishes that feel both nostalgic and innovative. “We try to build a bridge between Southern American…

President Trump Touts Economic Strength, Faces Democratic Pushback In Second Term Address To Congress
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President Trump touts economic strength, faces Democratic pushback in address to Congress

President Donald Trump declared “our nation is back” as he addressed members of Congress in the second year of his second term.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- President Donald Trump declared “our nation is back” as he addressed members of Congress in the second year of his second term, delivering a speech that underscored sharp political divisions. “Our nation is back. Bigger, better, richer and stronger than ever before,” Trump said at the outset of his remarks. The president defended his record on the economy, even…

Morning Business Report: Ai Trends, Housing Proposals And Media Merger Bids
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Morning Business Report: AI trends, housing proposals and media merger bids

President Trump used his State of the Union address to take credit for economic gains.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- President Trump used his State of the Union address to take credit for economic gains, speaking just days after the Supreme Court overruled tariffs that had underpinned much of his economic policy. He is also awaiting another decision from the high court regarding how much authority he has over the Federal Reserve. During the speech, the president outlined new…

Savannah Guthrie Announces $1 Million Reward In Search For Mother Nancy
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Savannah Guthrie announces $1 million reward in search for missing mother Nancy

A new, heartbreaking call for help is coming from Savannah as the search for her mother, Nancy, reaches day 24.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- A new, heartbreaking call for help is coming from Savannah as the search for her mother, Nancy, reaches day 24. “It is day 24 since our mom was taken in the dark of night from her bed, and every hour and minute and second and every long night has been agony since then — of worrying about her and…

Bomb Cyclone Blizzard Leaves Thousands Without Power, Cancels 10,000 Flights In Northeast

Bomb cyclone blizzard leaves thousands without power, cancels 10,000 flights in Northeast

Officials across the Northeast are working to restore electricity in the aftermath of this week’s historic bomb cyclone blizzard.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Officials across the Northeast are working feverishly to restore electricity in the aftermath of this week’s historic bomb cyclone blizzard. “We’ve got to be able to get snow cleared as quickly as possible so that we can get power restored,” said Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey. Thousands in the region were still without power Tuesday, shivering in freezing temperatures. The…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon-Bibb curfew proposal would extend hours and age limits

The proposal would expand the curfew to 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. for those 17 and under if approved by commissioners.
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

FileMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon-Bibb commissioner is advocating for a curfew change following a recent spike in crime. Right now, the curfew in Macon-Bibb is from midnight to 5 a.m. for those 16 and under, but District 3 Commissioner Stanley Stewart wants to change that from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. for those 17 and under. “We want to…

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Macon mentoring groups say prevention starts long before violence happens

Big Brothers Big Sisters and The Mentors Project say mentorship and stable support can help address root causes linked to violence.
Gena Tripp,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After several shootings throughout Macon in the last three days, local mentoring organizations say prevention must begin long before violence occurs. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Heart of Georgia says its work focuses on long-term impact through consistent mentorship. “We are not a tutoring organization, we aren’t a taxi cab driver, and we’re definitely not…

Piedmont Shares Oncology Resources, Cancer Wellness Programs
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Piedmont Macon offers free oncology nurse navigators to guide patients through cancer journey

Kimberly Lewis, manager of oncology services at Piedmont Macon, says they have free resources for those in need.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Piedmont Macon is encouraging community members to use its Piedmont Oncology Nurse Navigators program, which helps patients navigate the cancer journey. Kimberly Lewis, manager of oncology services at Piedmont Macon, said the program is a free resource for patients. “We will go through step by step we’ll help them from the time they’re diagnosed all the…

Former University Of Tennessee Football Coach Derek Dooley Enters Georgia’s High Stakes U.s. Senate Race
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Former University of Tennessee Football Coach Derek Dooley Enters Georgia’s High-Stakes U.S. Senate Race

The race for Georgia’s U.S. Senate seat is heating up as former college and NFL football coach Derek Dooley officially launches his Republican campaign to challenge Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff in 2026.
Tyrik Wynn,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Born and raised in Athens, Georgia, Dooley is the son of legendary University of Georgia head coach Vince Dooley. He attended Clarke Central High School before earning his undergraduate degree in Foreign Affairs and Government at the University of Virginia, where he walked on to the football team as a wide receiver. He later returned home…

President Trump Set For Lengthy State Of The Union As Democrats Plan Boycott
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President Trump set for lengthy State of the Union as Democrats plan boycott

President Donald Trump prepares for a long State of the Union address.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- With few confirmed details about tonight’s State of the Union address, President Donald Trump’s recent public comments and posts on Truth Social may offer clues about what Americans can expect. One thing the president has made clear: the speech will be lengthy. “It’s going to be a long speech, because we have so much to talk about,” President Trump…

Morning Business Report: Economy, Mortgage Rates, Markets, New Weight Loss Drug
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Morning Business Report: Economy, mortgage rates, markets, new weight-loss drug

Wall Street is closely watching the President’s State of the Union address, with the economy and affordability expected to take center stage.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Wall Street is closely watching the President’s State of the Union address, with the economy and affordability expected to take center stage. Last year, President Trump pushed through historic deregulation and implemented a pro-business tax policy. However, questions remain about tariffs and housing affordability as Americans continue to navigate economic uncertainty. Mortgage rates are continuing to fall. The average…

American Tourists Stranded In Mexico Amid Unrest Following Cartel Leader’s Death
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American tourists stranded in Mexico amid unrest following cartel leader’s death

American tourists are stranded in parts of Mexico as widespread unrest and violence continue.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- American tourists are stranded in parts of Mexico as widespread unrest and violence continue following the killing of Mexico’s most-wanted cartel boss. “We’re just gonna be patient and support each other and just try to get out of here as soon as we can,” said Colleen EchoHawk, a Seattle resident currently stuck in Mexico. EchoHawk said she and others…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Macon man charged with three counts of murder in Sunday shooting

Deputies say 20-year-old Julius Milner faces three murder charges and five counts of aggravated assault.
Tucker Sargent,

Julius Milner (Credit: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (2/23/26): A 20-year-old man is now in custody in connection with the shooting deaths of three men on Sunday. According to an update from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, the sheriff’s office’s Criminal Investigation Division Violent Crime Unit identified 20-year-old Julius Milner of Macon as a person of interest, and U.S. Marshals took…

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Warner Robins officer grateful for support after being shot in January

Officer Matthew Wojtal has undergone four surgeries and says he hopes to return to the line of duty.
Gena Tripp,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Warner Robins police officer shot in the line of duty is now home and continuing a long road to recovery. Officer Matthew Wojtal says he was deeply moved by the outpouring of support from community members fellow first responders and donations following the shooting. “I was informed that the community came out in droves,”…

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Mayor, sheriff respond after four killed in Macon violence

Mayor Lester Miller says Macon has seen 12 homicides in the first two months of the year.
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

Multiple shootings over weekend (PHOTO: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield) MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating multiple shootings across Macon over the past two days that left four people dead and several others injured. Three men were killed in a shooting on Moseley Avenue. Another man died after a shooting on Florence Avenue. Deputies also responded to reported…

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41NBC’s Recall Watch List: Pajamas, meatballs and Rogue SUVs

This week’s recalls include frozen foods, children’s pajamas, Nissan SUVs, bed rails and cat food.
Fiona King,

credit:USDAMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — From frozen food and family favorites and pet supplies, these recalls could affect what’s in your home right now. What’s being pulled from shelves, why it’s happening and what you need to do next to keep your family and your pets safe: Trader Joe’s Chicken Fried Rice Pulled from Freezers Trader Joe’s is recalling its popular…

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Crimestoppers seeking man wanted for family violence in Bibb County

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of these individuals is asked to call Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68-CRIME (1-877-682-7463).
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon Regional Crime Stoppers is spotlighting five individuals wanted by law enforcement agencies across Middle Georgia as part of its ongoing effort to encourage community involvement in locating fugitives. Crime Stoppers partners with media outlets and law enforcement agencies in eight Middle Georgia counties, offering anonymous rewards for tips that lead to arrests. The following individuals…
Across the Nation, Featured

Armed man shot and killed outside Mar-a-Lago, investigation underway

Federal investigators are working to determine why a North Carolina man showed up outside President Donald Trump’s Florida estate early Sunday morning
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- Federal investigators are working to determine why a North Carolina man showed up outside President Donald Trump’s Florida estate early Sunday morning carrying a gas can and brandishing a shotgun. According to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened around 1:30 a.m. near Mar-a-Lago. Sheriff Ric Bradshaw said two U.S. Secret Service agents and a sheriff’s deputy…
Across the Nation, Featured

Newsom blasts Trump tariff hike after Supreme Court ruling

California Governor Gavin Newsom is sharply criticizing President Donald Trump following his announcement that he is raising global tariffs to 15 percent.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- California Governor Gavin Newsom is sharply criticizing President Donald Trump following his announcement that he is raising global tariffs to 15 percent — up from the 10 percent rate imposed just a day earlier. “The whole thing is a farce,” Newsom said. “It was 10% two days ago, maybe 20% tomorrow. I mean this is madness.” The back-to-back tariff…
Featured, Georgia News

Grandmother testifies in Colin Gray trial about rifle purchase before Apalachee High School shooting

Damning testimony marked day five of the trial of Colin Gray, who is charged with murder and manslaughter in connection to the 2024 mass shooting at Apalachee High School.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Damning testimony marked day five of the trial of Colin Gray, who is charged with murder and manslaughter in connection to the 2024 mass shooting at Apalachee High School. Gray’s son, Colt Gray, was 14 years old when prosecutors say he killed four people and injured nine others in the attack. On Friday, Colt Gray’s maternal grandmother, Deborah Polhamus,…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Weaver Middle School hosts “Money Moves” workshop

The Bibb County School District is in partnership with the Midsouth Community Federal Credit Union, and director of gear up Jarred Moore, says the “money moves” workshop is just one event they host to teach students the importance of financial stability.  
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

Weaver Middle School hosts “money moves” workshop (PHOTO: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Friday Weaver Middle School hosted Midsouth Community Federal Credit Union for a “money moves” workshop, that teaches seventh- and eighth-grade students’ financial stability.  The Bibb County School District is in partnership with the Midsouth Community Federal Credit Union, and director of gear up Jarred Moore, says the “money moves” workshop is just one event they host to teach students the importance of financial stability.   “It is vitally important! Our third project…

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Ocmulgee Mounds: Preserving 12,000 Years of Human History as America Marks Its 250th Anniversary

Fiona King,

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park (Photo: Fiona King/41NBC News) MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As America celebrates 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Middle Georgia’s Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park reminds us that the story of this land stretches far deeper than the founding of the United States. The park, which preserves more than 12,000 years of continuous…

Macon-Bibb EMA Director Spencer Hawkins says the bunker is a huge resource to help keep everyone safe.
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon-Bibb EMA hosting free weather radio giveaway

The agency will give away 1,300 free NOAA weather radios on February 24, at the Macon Mall.
Clayton Poulnott,

Macon-Bibb EMA Director Spencer Hawkins says the bunker is a huge resource to help keep everyone safe.MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Macon-Bibb County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is passing out weather radios for free. According to a news release, the agency will give away 1,300 free NOAA weather radios on February 24, at the Macon Mall conference room from 11:00 a.m….