MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Mostly sunny skies are likely Wednesday with the highest odds for cloud cover occurring in the southeastern counties of the region. Today Expect light winds from the east-southeast throughout the afternoon. Temperatures will largely reach the lower 70s for their peaks. Expect mostly clear skies overnight with temperatures jumping into the mid to upper 40s…
Photo credit: Godfrey HallMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Parks and Beautification Department is closing portions of the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail and Amerson River Park due to rising river levels, according to a news release. Macon-Bibb County officials said the following areas will be temporarily closed: Boat ramps on the north and south ends of Amerson River Park Dirt trails around…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A woman was arrested for aggravated assault Sunday, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. According to a news release, Alexis Nicole Moffit was arrested after stabbing her significant other during a domestic dispute on Lake Terrace Court on April 6. Moffit was arrested at the scene and transported to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Law…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It’s that time of year again. Friends of the Library (FOTL) is hosting its annual spring book sale to support local literacy. On Tuesday, volunteers were busy setting up tables and organizing books at The Round Building at Carolyn Crayton Park. All proceeds will benefit the Macon-Bibb County Library System’s summer reading program. Steve Mosley, a…
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 Health. The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, March 31 and Friday, April 4. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…
(LILAMAX)- Some nations are signaling a readiness to renegotiate trade deals with the U.S., according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. He revealed that 70 countries, including Japan and the European Union, have reached out for discussions. However, China has not expressed interest in revisiting trade terms. President Trump has vowed to impose an additional 50% tariff on Chinese goods unless…
(CNN)- The highly anticipated Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning is finally set to hit theaters on May 23rd. The eighth installment in the iconic action franchise, which has grossed nearly $4 billion worldwide, promises to deliver thrilling twists and explosive action. In the latest teaser, Ethan Hunt faces a betrayal that compromises everything he’s worked for, leaving fans on…
(NBC)- This morning, the fallout continues to grow from President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs, with the impact being felt across multiple sectors. The stock market has been experiencing wild swings, and top business leaders are sounding the alarm. Billionaire Trump backer Bill Ackman has warned of a potential “self-induced, economic nuclear winter,” urging the president to pause the tariffs. President…
(CNN)- The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the Trump administration’s temporary use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport certain individuals—specifically alleged Venezuelan gang members—but with key limitations. Legal analyst Elie Honig called the decision “a win for the Trump Administration,” as the ruling overturns a lower court judge’s order that had blocked deportations under the 1798…
GRAY, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Jones County officially opened its brand-new, eight-court pickle ball complex Friday evening at the Jones County Recreation Complex, marking a major milestone in the county’s growing embrace of the sport. The grand opening event drew dozens of players and community members for the inaugural “Pickling with My Peeps” tournament, a cleverly named competition that coincided…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After more than four years, our region’s first Family Justice Center is on the brink of completion. The center is expected to open its doors in the next 9 to 12 months, according to Sarah Schanck, the director at One Safe Place Macon Family Justice Center. While significant progress has already been made in the renovation…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A fourth-grade teacher at Lake Joy Elementary is one of the top 10 educators in the state. Jade Thomas has been named a finalist for the 2026 Georgia Teacher of the Year, the Georgia Department of Education announced. Throughout March, State School Superintendent Richard Woods personally surprised each of the 10 finalists in their classrooms…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sunny skies and below average temperatures will be back for Middle Georgia Tuesday after the passing of a slow cold front. This Evening Scattered showers and storms will continue across Middle Georgia through the remainder of Monday. By midnight most of the rain should be done, however some activity may still linger in the southeastern counties….
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL) revoked the license for Forsyth Methodist Church-Caring for Kids Child Care Learning Center on Monday, according to a news release. On March 10, DECAL was informed that a staff member at the daycare had given Benadryl to three two-year-old children without parental authorization. The investigation showed that…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and discuss the word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media organizations, police departments and other law enforcement agencies in eight Middle Georgia counties to provide anonymous rewards for tips that lead to criminal arrests. Dajuan McCormick, male. He’s wanted by the Baldwin…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man and three dogs are dead after a fatal house fire Saturday, according to the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department. At 12:22 a.m. on April 5, the fire department responded to a structure fire on the 2900 block of Lizella Road. Firefighters arrived to find heavy fire conditions on the front side of the home. They…
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested Saturday after a brief car chase, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. At 4:10 p.m. on April 5, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by the Butts County Sheriff’s Office regarding a BOLO for a white Honda sedan missing its front bumper. At 4:20 p.m., deputies spotted the Honda…
(LILAMAX)- Stock futures took a sharp dive overnight, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropping 1,500 points as the tariff conflict continues to escalate. The Wall Street Journal reports that around 50 countries have reached out to the White House seeking to begin negotiations on tariffs, but Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has made it clear that the tariffs will not…
(CNN)- This year’s Tribeca Film Festival is kicking off with a hometown hero. The premiere of Billy Joel: And So It Goes will launch the festival on June 4th at New York’s Beacon Theatre, celebrating the life and career of the legendary musician. In other entertainment news, The Visioneers with Zay Harding is highlighting scientists, engineers, and everyday people who…
(NBC)- This morning, markets are gearing up for what could be another volatile week on Wall Street as investors continue to grapple with President Trump’s new tariffs. The global financial landscape is on edge as the U.S. implements a minimum 10 percent tariff on imports from trading partners around the world, a move that is set to increase even further…
(CNN)- The Trump administration is intensifying its stance on tariffs as global stock markets experience significant declines. Markets in Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Australia, and New Zealand reported early losses today, following back-to-back sell-offs in U.S. stock futures yesterday. This follows a steep drop in U.S. stocks last week, with analysts pointing to President Trump’s policies as a key factor….
EASTMAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Police are investigating an early morning shooting on Main Street that left a 21-year-old man injured Saturday. According to a news release, officers responded to reports of gunfire around 2:30 a.m. in the area between 9th Avenue and 11th Avenue and found multiple shell casings in the roadway. A male victim was found lying in the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – You may want to grab a few extra items on your next Walmart run. Experts say new tariffs announced by the Trump Administration could hit your wallet sooner than you think. Dr. Allen Lynch, a professor of economics at Mercer University, says consumers should prepare for an increase in prices at popular retail chains like Walmart and…
DOOLY COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A woman is dead and a deputy is injured following an officer-involved shooting Friday in Dooly County, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI). At 2 a.m. on April 4, the Turner County Sheriff’s Office began assisting with a car chase that started in Cook County. The Cook County Sheriff’s Office had attempted to…