MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A weak disturbance rounding the northwestern edge of a Bermuda High provides support for isolated showers and thunderstorms across portions of north and east Middle Georgia. This will make for a rather dreary conditions for areas to the north and east of the Atlanta metro. Breezy to gusty conditions are likely, with the highest gusts to…
(LILAMAX)- Affirm is now reporting “Buy Now, Pay Later” (BNPL) loans to the credit bureau Experian, marking a shift in how these types of loans are tracked. While the addition of these loans won’t immediately affect credit scores—since traditional credit scoring models haven’t yet been updated to account for this new type of debt—it highlights the growing influence of BNPL…
(NBC)-In the aftermath of the first major elections of President Trump’s second term, both Democrats and Republicans are claiming victories that they believe signal a broader political shift. In Wisconsin, Susan Crawford defeated conservative Brad Schimel in a closely-watched Supreme Court race, securing a liberal majority on the state’s high court. Despite a heavy financial backing from Elon Musk, who…
(CNN)- Mark Hamill has added another accolade to his legendary career, receiving the “Cinema Icon” award at CinemaCon, the annual movie exhibitors’ convention in Las Vegas. The actor, best known for portraying Luke Skywalker, expressed his excitement over the recognition. “The exhilaration of being recognized this way—I haven’t been this speechless since ‘Force Awakens,’” Hamill joked. The celebration comes as…
(CNN)- President Donald Trump has announced a major shift in global trade policy with the introduction of sweeping new tariffs. According to the White House, these tariffs will take effect immediately, though details on their scope remain unclear. “The president wants to ensure that all Americans make out well, particularly Main Street. That’s the focus of these tariffs,” said White…
File Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – During its meeting on Thursday, Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller and Commissioners, recommended spending $3 million from revenue from the school public safety cameras to help recruit and retain public safety employees, and improve pedestrian infrastructure. According to the county, $2 million will be used for raises for non-certified public safety employees,…
MONTEZUMA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Montezuma woman was arrested for trafficking cocaine and trading with inmates on Tuesday, according to the Montezuma Police Department. The Montezuma Police Department executed arrests warrants for 23-year-old Mary Thomas on April 1. According to the news release, officers went to an apartment within the 100 block of Walnut Street to arrest Thomas, but she…
FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Springtime in Georgia means warmer temperatures, blooming flowers and, best of all, strawberry season! Lane Southern Orchards Retail Supervisor Michael Trayner, says they’re looking forward to this strawberry season and gave some insight on what you can expect when picking. “It’s been going great! It’s been abundant this year. The strawberries are nice and red,…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a man who is connected to thefts in February, according to a news release. The sheriff’s office says 46-year-old Christopher Lee Batson is wanted in connection with thefts from a residence on Vista Circle. Batson is 5 ft 8 inches tall and weighs approximately 175 pounds and might…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent’s Healthy Communities is aiming to better serve the community through the community health needs assessment. Angelina Doh, manager of Atrium Health Navicent’s Healthy Communities, says the community health needs assessment allows Atrium to find out what the community needs. Atrium Health Navicent’s Healthy Communities will host two upcoming events: Fort Valley: The event…
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was shot during a deputy-involved shooting Tuesday afternoon at the CVS on Tift College Drive, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), the shooting took place at 1:35 p.m. on April 1 at the CVS located at the corner of Tift College Drive and Patrol Road…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent Crescent House hosted a Pinwheel Garden Planting Ceremony on Tuesday in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month. It’s a grim statistic: one in 10 children will experience some form of sexual abuse before their 18th birthday, according to Atrium Health Navicent. Pinwheels, as described by Atrium Health Navicent Crescent House, serve as visual…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fabian Velazquez is running for mayor of Warner Robins, a position currently held by Mayor LaRhonda Patrick. The next election for mayor of Warner Robins is scheduled for November 4, 2025. The qualifying period for candidates begins at 8:30 a.m. on August 18 and ends at 4:30 p.m. on August 22. Qualifying will take place at…
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 24 and Friday, March 28. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…
(LILAMAX)-As the country braces for the impact of new tariffs, Americans are pulling back on spending. Federal data shows that consumers are increasingly anxious about the economy, curbing their spending on dining out, hotel stays, and other non-essential expenses. With President Trump’s new tariffs set to be announced tomorrow, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre confirmed that the tariffs will…
(NBC)-As the nation approaches President Donald Trump’s most expansive tariff plans yet—targeting all U.S. trading partners—businesses across the country are growing increasingly concerned about the potential fallout. Trump has promised that the tariffs will be reciprocal, stating, “Whatever they charge us we charge them, but we’re being nicer than they were.” However, for businesses relying on imported materials and ingredients,…
(CNN)- Nathan Fillion is making a big leap from the big screen to the small screen, as HBO announces that the actor will play Green Lantern “Guy Gardner” in the upcoming streaming series Lanterns. Fillion will debut his role in the new Superman movie, which is set to hit theaters this summer. Meanwhile, the 20-25 Easterseals Disability Film Challenge is…
(CNN)- Senator Tommy Tuberville says concerns are growing as a final scramble unfolds ahead of President Donald Trump’s planned unveiling of sweeping new tariffs. Trump describes the tariffs as reciprocal, stating, “They’re reciprocal, so whatever they charge us, we charge them, but we’re being nicer than they were.” Some international leaders are working to mitigate the impacts, while the U.S….
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –Three men wanted by the Warner Robins Police Department, are caught after a vehicle chase in Monroe County on Monday night. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says just before 6:00 p.m., it received notification from the WRPD that the suspects were in a Silver Kia Sportage traveling north towards Butts County on Highway 87. Police say…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins police department held the groundbreaking ceremony for its new training center. Warner Robins Police Chief Wayne Fisher, says he was in a position to make a difference to help improve the city. “We wanted to develop a training center that would allow us to provide not only for our needs, but also with…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Last month, more than sixty participants spent the night outdoors in the 12th Annual Daybreak Sleepout, an event dedicated to raising awareness and support for the homeless community. On Monday, Sister Deborah Mallott, director of DePaul USA Daybreak, along with keyboardist and musical director Chuck Leavell, revealed the results of this year’s sleepout. The event raised a…
WILCOX COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people are dead after a fatal crash on Wednesday, according to Georgia State Patrol (GSP). Troopers were dispatched to a single-vehicle accident on Depot Street around 7:19 p.m. on March 26. The news release states that all three occupants had been ejected from the overturned vehicle. The initial investigation showed the vehicle was traveling…
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. Gregernal Smith, male. He’s wanted by the Houston…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sunnier conditions will be back for Middle Georgia after a cloudy weekend and start to the week. This Evening Storm activity will subside ahead of suppertime tonight, however expect clouds to linger into the overnight hours. It will be a cooler night with low temperatures expected in the upper 40s and lower 50s, or almost 15…