MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sunny skies and warm conditions will continue as the wind increases Wednesday. This Evening Sunny skies from the afternoon will stay clear tonight. Expect wind from the west to become more northwesterly overnight, staying rather calm. Dew points have dropped back into the low to mid 40s which is where lows should end up by tomorrow…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Arkwright Road will be closed on both sides to repair the road, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. The road will be closed March 25-26 to be repaired. The road closure will begin at 10 a.m. today and is expected to reopen on March 27. Categories: Bibb County, Featured, Georgia News, Local News, WMGT Tags:…
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 17 and Friday, March 21. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…
(NBC)- President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose tariffs on automobiles and pharmaceuticals, later expanding the list to include the lumber and semiconductor industries. This marks a shift from earlier reports suggesting the tariffs would be more targeted rather than broad-based. Additionally, Trump unveiled a plan to impose a 25% tariff on all countries purchasing oil and gas from…
(NBC)- The White House is scrambling to contain the fallout after a journalist was accidentally added to a group chat where top U.S. officials were reportedly discussing sensitive military plans. The chat, which took place on the unclassified commercial messaging app Signal, included discussions about bombing Iranian-backed forces in Yemen earlier this month. Jeffrey Goldberg, Editor-in-Chief of The Atlantic, says…
(CNN)- It has been 30 years since Bo Derek’s unforgettable pool scene in Tommy Boy. The actress and model recently reflected on her time filming the comedy classic, recalling how difficult it was to keep a straight face while working alongside Chris Farley and David Spade. “You know, David and Chris—every take could change the scene completely and surprise you,”…
(CNN)-Senator Roger Wicker (R), Chair of the Armed Services Committee, has assured the public that Congress will be looking into an alleged security breach involving high-ranking officials. The controversy erupted after reports surfaced that members of the Trump administration’s cabinet discussed U.S. military operations over Signal, an encrypted but non-governmental messaging app. Editor-in-Chief of The Atlantic, Jeffrey Goldberg, claims he…
Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeUPDATE (7:55 p.m.): Drickis Keon McCree is now back in custody. According to the sheriff’s office, patrol deputies and investigators took him into custody in the area of Madison and Walnut Streets just before 7 p.m. He was taken to the Bibb County Jail. ORIGINAL STORY (6:38 p.m.): MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A celebration of creativity is underway at Stratford Academy, where students and professional artists are coming together for a weeklong showcase featuring more than 400 works of art from 50 artists ranging from Georgia to New York. Katy Carr, interim head of advancement at Stratford, says this week is all about celebrating arts and creativity. New…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An Atlanta resident plead guilty to bank fraud in Macon in federal court on Monday, according to the United States Attorney’s Office Middle District of Georgia. 28-year-old Keyon Ponder of Fayetteville pleaded guilty to one count of bank fraud on March 24. Ponder faces a maximum sentence of 30 years in prison to be followed by…
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. Tony Chatfield, male. He’s wanted by the Bibb…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – High pressure moving in behind Monday’s cold front will lead to plenty of sunshine around the Peach State. This Evening The clouds from today will stick around through the evening and into tonight, however skies by tomorrow morning should be clear. Expect lows in the mid 40s for much of the region with accompanying wind flowing…
LAURENS COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A woman was killed Friday night after a driver struck her and left the scene along Ben Hall Lake Drive in Laurens County, according to a Georgia Motor Vehicle Crash Report obtained by 41NBC. According to the report, obtained on Monday, the crash happened around 8:11 p.m. Friday in the 700 block of Ben Hall…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Cherry Blossom Festival officially kicked off its festivities at Third Street Park on Monday, despite a little rain. Visitors enjoyed pink cherry ice cream from Kroger, soft drinks and live music to set the mood. One of the highlights of the event was the appearance of “Cherry” the pink poodle, a beloved Cherry Blossom favorite…
OGLETHORPE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 10-year-old child has died after being shot in Macon County, according to the Macon County Sheriff’s Office. In a news release posted on the sheriff’s office Facebook page, the sheriff’s office said Macon County Communications received an emergency call reporting that a 10-year-old had sustained a gunshot wound and needed immediate medical assistance in the…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – High pressure ridge clears Georgia to the east. Winds have shifted to the south on the back side of the high. Temperatures continue to warm, as temperatures are running above normal in the mid 70s. Wind speeds are expected to increased as a tightening pressure gradient will increase moisture in the dewpoints. Low relative humidity and…
(LILAMAX)- Americans are divided on the idea of reducing the federal government’s size. A Reuters/Ipsos poll this month found that 59% of respondents support downsizing, yet a separate Quinnipiac University poll revealed that 60% disapprove of how Elon Musk and Doge are handling federal workers. Some of this sentiment may stem from a perception that federal employees receive benefits—such as…
(CNN)- Disney’s Moana 2 continues to sail smoothly, both in theaters and on streaming. After surpassing $1 billion at the global box office, the animated sequel has now reached more than 27 million views in its first five days on Disney+. Filmmakers behind Moana 2 are celebrating the film’s success, especially its cultural significance. “We go on these long emotional…
(NBC)- President Donald Trump is set to hold his next cabinet meeting today, following reports of growing rifts among some cabinet secretaries after the last meeting. The tensions come at a time when billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, known for his cost-cutting strategies, is reportedly involved in discussions with the administration. The meeting also follows one of the largest waves of…
CNN- The IRS and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) are reportedly close to finalizing an agreement that would allow the two agencies to share information about individuals in the U.S. illegally, sparking concerns over taxpayer privacy. A source familiar with the matter has confirmed that under the new arrangement, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) would be able to submit…
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Police arrested two men early Friday after someone fired shots into a home and later led officers on a chase through Milledgeville, according to a news release from the Milledgeville Police Department. “Fortunately, only minor injuries were reported during these events,” the release said. It all started around 10:30 p.m. Thursday, when the Baldwin County Sheriff’s…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Surface high pressure is centered over the Central Gulf Coast. This will lead to dry conditions, clear skies and gradual warming as it moves eastward this evening. Our high temperatures reached the low to mid 60s in the north to the upper 60s in Central Georgia. Our dewpoints and relative humidity have dropped to 15-20 percent….
JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A South Carolina man was arrested last week after attempting to scam a Jones County couple, according to the Jones County Sheriff’s Office. A couple in Jones County was contacted by a scammer who convinced them that their money was not safe in their bank account. The scammer advised the couple to withdraw their money…
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two people were arrested after an attempted contraband drop at Washington State Prison on Friday, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. The attempted contraband drop occurred around 3:45 a.m. on March 21. A deputy in Davisboro noticed a suspicious vehicle in front of the prison. The vehicle made several traffic violations, and the deputy…