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Mother sentenced to prison in death of missing Vienna child

Prosecutors say the child died in 2021 while in his mother’s care, and his remains were later found in Cordele.
Tucker Sargent,

File: Jayceion Mathis (Georgia Bureau of Investigation)VIENNA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A case first reported by 41NBC in January 2022 involving a missing 4-year-old boy from Vienna has now ended with his mother sentenced to prison. District Attorney Brad Rigby announced Wednesday that Keara Sade Cotton, now 31, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree…

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Georgia Business Focus: State sees economic growth, healthcare expansion

Georgia is experiencing significant economic development and healthcare improvements, with new investments bringing jobs and medical resources to communities across the state.
Fiona King,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia is experiencing significant economic development and healthcare improvements, with new investments bringing jobs and medical resources to communities across the state.   200 jobs coming to Emanuel County Emanuel County is set to receive a major economic boost as Dongwon Autopart Technology plans to invest $30 million in a new production facility near Swainsboro, bringing…

American Heart Month: Local Heart Specialist Shares Tips To Prevent Heart Disease
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American Heart Month: Local heart specialist shares tips to prevent heart disease

February is American Heart Month, a nationwide effort to raise awareness about heart disease and the importance of heart health.
Tyrik Wynn,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S., but many cases are preventable through education, early detection, and healthy lifestyle choices. Dr. Jonathan Brock, staff electrophysiologist with Central Georgia Heart & Vein Center, says one of the biggest challenges is that many people don’t recognize the early signs of heart trouble. Symptoms like…

Trump Comments On Disappearance Of Savannah Guthrie’s Mother As Ransom Note Reports Surface
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Trump comments on disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mother as ransom note reports surface

President Donald Trump is speaking out about the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- President Donald Trump is speaking out about the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie, calling the situation “terrible” as the search continues in Arizona. Trump addressed the case Tuesday, saying he would be willing to provide federal assistance if requested and added that he planned to personally reach out to Savannah Guthrie….
Across the Nation, Featured

Trump renews call to nationalize voting, sparking backlash

Donald Trump is doubling down on controversial remarks suggesting Republicans should consider nationalizing voting.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- Donald Trump is doubling down on controversial remarks suggesting Republicans should consider nationalizing voting, comments that have ignited sharp criticism from Democrats and prompted constitutional concerns from members of his own party. In a podcast released this week with his former deputy FBI director, Trump said he wants elections to be “honest” and argued Republicans should “take over the…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bibb County inmate stabbed, investigation underway

The 49-year-old inmate was transported to a local hospital and has returned to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeMACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) – An inmate was stabbed Tuesday at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. According to the sheriff’s office, the stabbing happened around 1 a.m. The 49-year-old inmate was transported to a local hospital and has returned to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center. The incident is…
Across the Nation, Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: ‘Trump homes’ proposal, market slide, and Walmart crosses $1 trillion

Builders are drafting plans for a massive new housing initiative aimed at easing the U.S. affordability crisis by developing so-called “Trump Homes.”
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Builders are drafting plans for a massive new housing initiative aimed at easing the U.S. affordability crisis by developing so-called “Trump Homes.” The proposal would sell entry-level houses through a pathway-to-ownership model funded by private investors. Under the plan, tenants’ monthly payments would count toward a down payment after three years. Supporters say the goal is to build as…

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Deputies: Stolen Kia investigation ends with arrests and gunfire in Macon

Deputies say suspects ran from a stolen vehicle and multiple firearms were recovered.
Tucker Sargent,

George Weaks and Rickie Watson (Credit: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE: Deputies say Rickie Scott Watson has been released from the hospital and taken to the Bibb County Jail. Watson is charged with obstruction of a law enforcement officer, two counts of felony theft by receiving stolen property and two counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a…

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Featured, Local News, Peach County

Fort Valley leaders accept Gary Lee’s resignation during special meeting

Council members voted to remove interim leadership resolutions before accepting the resignation.
Gena Tripp,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fort Valley leaders held a special called meeting Tuesday night to accept the resignation of City Administrator Gary Lee. Two additional items were originally listed on the agenda. One would have authorized Mayor Shakeena Reeves to act as city administrator until a replacement is found. The other was a resolution to appoint Captain Alger Raines…

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BS Report – The Falcons Rebuild

David Tufts, Bill Shanks,

Well, we have the Super Bowl this week with Seattle and New England. Once again, no Atlanta Falcons. But there is good news for the Falcons as Kevin Stefanski, the new head coach, and Matt Ryan, the president of football operations, move forward with their rebuilding project, if you will, for this organization. Ian Cunningham, the assistant general manager of…

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UPDATE: Perry police classify missing woman Genia Gay Vickers as endangered

Police say the 59-year-old woman is small, frail and known to travel on foot.
Tucker Sargent,

Genia Gay Vickers (Credit: Perry Police Department)UPDATE (2/3/26): Perry police said in an update on Tuesday that Vickers is considered an endangered missing person. According to an updated flyer, she is small, thin and frail, walks with a slight limp and is known to travel on foot. Police say she may be carrying an army green backpack and has known…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Food banks prepare for increased need as SNAP requirements change

Stricter eligibility rules and purchase limits are expected to impact households across the region.
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

New snap requirements (PHOTO: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield) MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As of February 1, new requirements for SNAP recipients are ni effect, including changes tied to age, work hours and food purchase restrictions. With those changes in place, local food banks expect an increase in demand. Part of the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act signed into law in July 2025…

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UPDATE: Bibb deputies say 21-year-old wanted in deadly August hit-and-run is now in custody

Deputies say the suspect is wanted on vehicular homicide and hit-and-run charges.
Tucker Sargent,

Carmelo Aamir Johnson (Credit: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (2/3/26): Bibb County deputies say they’ve made an arrest in connection with the death of Ronni Nykole Abbott in August 2025. According to a news release, just after 12 p.m. Tuesday, U.S. Marshals and Bibb County deputies took 21-year-old Carmelo Aamir Johnson of Macon into custody. Deputies say he’s charged with hit…

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Bibb County, Education, Featured, Local News

William S Hutchings students explore STEM careers through Navy VR program

Students at W.S. Hutchings College and Career Academy stepped into the world of cutting-edge technology this week as the U.S. Navy brought its “Strike Group” mixed-reality experience to Macon.
Tyrik Wynn,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The mobile, high-tech program allows students to participate in immersive virtual missions that mirror real Navy operations, from launching fighter jets aboard an aircraft carrier to navigating a submarine beneath Arctic ice. The goal is to introduce students to the wide range of STEM-based careers available in the Navy while emphasizing teamwork, problem-solving, and innovation. Military…

Former Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan Outlines Vision For Families In Democratic Governor Run
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Former Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan outlines vision for families in democratic governor run

Former Georgia Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan is officially entering the 2026 race for governor, this time as a Democrat after years as a Republican leader who became nationally known for standing up to former President Donald Trump.
Tyrik Wynn,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Former Georgia Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan is officially entering the 2026 race for governor, this time as a Democrat after years as a Republican leader who became nationally known for standing up to former President Donald Trump. Duncan says his campaign is centered on what he calls Georgia’s biggest challenges: affordability, healthcare access, and political extremism….

Atrium Health Navicent Surgeon Discusses Weight Management And Healthy Living
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Atrium Health Navicent surgeon discusses weight management and healthy living

A local surgeon is stressing the importance of healthy weight management and the long-term risks tied to poor diet and inactivity.
Keenan Gibson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A local surgeon is stressing the importance of healthy weight management and the long-term risks tied to poor diet and inactivity. Danny Vaughn, a surgeon with Atrium Health Navicent, joined 41NBC News to discuss why so many people struggle to maintain a healthy weight. Vaughn said unhealthy diets — particularly the overconsumption of processed foods — are…
Entertainment, Featured

Hollywood Minute: Michael Jackson biopic trailer

The first official trailer has been released for Michael, the highly anticipated biopic chronicling the life and career of music legend Michael Jackson.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- The first official trailer has been released for Michael, the highly anticipated biopic chronicling the life and career of music legend Michael Jackson. Two-time Oscar nominee Colman Domingo stars as Joe Jackson, while Jackson’s nephew, Jaafar Jackson, takes on the title role. The film is set to arrive in theaters on April 24. Meanwhile, Jessica Chastain is stepping into…

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Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspection scores January 26-30

The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, January 26 and Friday, January 30.
Tucker Sargent,

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, January 26 and Friday, January 30. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…
Across the Nation, Featured

House moves to end partial shutdown as immigration reforms fuel debate

The push is on in Washington to pull the federal government out of a partial shutdown, with some federal workers furloughed once again.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- The push is on in Washington to pull the federal government out of a partial shutdown, with some federal workers furloughed once again. House lawmakers are set to vote today on a Senate-passed funding package as leaders race to prevent a prolonged standoff. House Speaker Mike Johnson said he is confident he has the votes needed to pass the…
Across the Nation, Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: jobs data delayed, markets rally, and Seahawks sale talk

The January jobs report will not be released as scheduled this week due to the ongoing partial government shutdown, marking the second delay of a major labor report in the past five months.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- The January jobs report will not be released as scheduled this week due to the ongoing partial government shutdown, marking the second delay of a major labor report in the past five months. While data collection has already been completed, the shutdown has disrupted the final stages of the process. The Bureau of Labor Statistics typically spends the days…
Around the World, Featured

U.S. and Iran agree to rare face-to-face talks as warships arrive in region

As American warships move into the region, the White House and Iran have agreed to hold rare, face-to-face talks aimed at avoiding a wider conflict, according to diplomatic sources.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- As American warships move into the region, the White House and Iran have agreed to hold rare, face-to-face talks aimed at avoiding a wider conflict, according to diplomatic sources. Officials say Iran appears to be searching for a path to de-escalation as it confronts the threat of possible U.S. and Israeli military action, alongside mounting domestic unrest. The country…
Across the Nation, Featured

Brendan Banfield convicted of aggravated murder in double homicide case

A jury found Brendan Banfield guilty on all counts, convicting him of aggravated murder in the stabbing death of his wife, Christine Banfield, and the shooting death of Joseph Ryan.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- A jury found Brendan Banfield guilty on all counts, convicting him of aggravated murder in the stabbing death of his wife, Christine Banfield, and the shooting death of Joseph Ryan. Banfield remained impassive as the verdict was read aloud in court. Prosecutors said Banfield orchestrated the killings by luring Ryan to the couple’s home through a fetish website, then…

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Fort Valley names interim police chief amid city leadership changes

City leaders have not clarified the status of the police chief or city administrator ahead of Tuesday’s meeting.
Gena Tripp,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Fort Valley Police Department says Alger Raines is serving as interim police chief. The leadership changes come as the Fort Valley City Council prepares to accept the resignation of City Administrator Gary Lee during a meeting scheduled for Tuesday night. The meeting was originally scheduled for Monday evening. It is not clear what Chief…

Perry
Featured, Houston County, Local News

Perry to add 35 new downtown apartments

City leaders say the project supports walkability, housing diversity and increased foot traffic for downtown businesses.
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

35 new downtown Perry apartments (PHOTO: 41NBC/ Bre’Anna Sheffield)PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Perry will soon be making room for more residents downtown.  Starting in March, the city will begin the first phase of 35 new apartments on Northside Drive.  The city will soon be transforming an empty dirt lot, beside The Chalet Lofts, into 35 new apartments for Perry residents….