MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County deputies say a man is in critical condition after being shot Friday morning on Pansy Avenue. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, it happened in the 200 block of Pansy Avenue. The call came into the Macon-Bibb Emergency 911 Center at 11:56 a.m. Deputies arrived and found a 38-year-old man with a gunshot…
UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office identified the woman killed Thursday night as 49-year-old Angela Clarice Hester of Warner Robins. UPDATE: Bibb County deputies say they were called to the scene just before 6:40 p.m. for a report of a pedestrian hit by a vehicle. Investigators say the driver of a 2006 Dodge Dakota struck a female pedestrian who was…
Brandon Robinson (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE: A 17-year-old has been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting on Shurling Drive, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators say Brandon Robinson is charged with murder and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony in the death of 18-year-old Dekerrio Cobb. The shooting happened Wednesday. The sheriff’s office…
(LILAMAX)- Shares of grocery delivery service Instacart fell about seven percent in extended trading Wednesday after a report said the U.S. Federal Trade Commission has opened an investigation into the company’s pricing practices. Reuters reports the FTC has sent Instacart a civil investigative demand as part of the probe. The move comes after a recent study found prices for identical…
(LILAMAX)- President Donald Trump used a prime-time speech to try to reassure Americans about the state of the economy, highlighting what he described as signs of progress while laying out future plans. The president pointed to falling gas prices and said native-born workers accounted for all net new job gains. He credited tariffs with protecting U.S. jobs and helping fund…
(CNN) – President Donald Trump addressed the nation, using a prime-time speech to tout what he described as major accomplishments over the past year. “We have brought more positive change to Washington than any administration in American history,” Trump said. The president’s remarks focused heavily on his own record, while repeatedly placing blame on Democrats and his predecessor for ongoing…
FORT VALLEY, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – At HPE Arena Wednesday night, the Fort Valley State Wildcats picked up their third win of the season with an 83-81 comeback overtime victory over Lane College. The 3-4 Wildcats will now host LeMoyne-Owen College Friday night at 7:30 p.m. Categories: Across Georgia Sports, Local Sports, Peach County, Sports Tags: Fort Valley, Fort Valley…
Photos: Macon-Bibb CountyUPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says the single-vehicle crash happened around 2:45 p.m. No life-threatening injuries were reported, and no charges have been filed against the driver. ORIGINAL STORY: MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Traffic lights at the intersection of Shurling Drive and Millerfield Road were knocked down in a crash Wednesday afternoon. According to Macon-Bibb County, Facilities Management…
JONES COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Jones County Sheriff’s Office has started a Second Chance Employers List on its website. The list is aimed at helping people who have a felony or criminal background find a job. “This is a list that we started at the sheriff’s office to reduce recidivism, basically just giving people a second chance to get…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A passenger died Monday night after two vehicles collided at an intersection on Highway 41, according to the Houston County Sheriff’s Office. According to the Houston County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded around 10:57 p.m. to the intersection of Highway 41 and Crestview Church Road. Carmen Henry, 63, was a passenger in a white Kia Seltos traveling…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Franchetta Trawick, a grief counselor and thanatologist with Piedmont Macon, explained that a thanatologist is a professional who specializes in the study of death, dying, and grief, helping individuals navigate loss in healthy ways. Trawick says grief can feel heavier during the holidays because traditions, family gatherings, and memories often highlight who is missing. She encourages…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Facebook post calling out Macon-Bibb County leaders has drawn renewed attention to the former Anderson Diner building along Pio Nono Avenue. The vacant property is surrounded by trash and debris, and nearby business owners say a homeless woman with two dogs has been living in front of the building. Eric Jones, the owner of First…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The holiday season is a time of joy, but for many families, it can also be a time of need. That’s where the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program steps in. On distribution day Tuesday, families drove through designated pickup areas to receive donated Christmas gifts for their children. This year alone, the Angel Tree program is…
(NBC)- There are renewed hopes for an end to Russia’s war in Ukraine following a second day of U.S.–Ukraine talks in Berlin aimed at brokering a peace agreement. President Donald Trump said negotiations are making progress, telling reporters, “I think we’re closer now than we have been ever, and we’ll see what we can do,” while acknowledging the complexity of…
(LILAMAX) – The United States has collected more than $200 billion in tariffs this year following new duties imposed by President Donald Trump since the start of 2025, according to federal figures. The tally reflects only the newly enacted tariffs and does not include duties imposed during Trump’s first term, which are not currently facing legal challenges. The new tariffs,…
(CNN)- New proposals are emerging on Capitol Hill as lawmakers scramble to prevent healthcare costs from surging for millions of Americans ahead of a looming deadline. Pandemic-era Affordable Care Act subsidies are set to expire while Congress heads into its holiday recess at the end of this week, raising concerns that insurance premiums could sharply increase in the new year….
Photo: Jones County Sheriff’s OfficeGRAY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Jones County man has been charged with animal cruelty after deputies say a puppy was abandoned in a convenience store parking lot and run over this past weekend. According to the Jones County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to Gary’s Food Mart on Saturday after a puppy was left in the…
ATLANTA (41NBC/WMGT) – On Monday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, the Washington County Lady Hawks appeared in their first flag football state championship game in program history, taking on the Harris County Lady Tigers for the GHSA Division One Flag Football State Title. The Lady Hawks found themselves trailing after every quarter, including being down 25-0 at halftime, but showed fight in…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – . This Evening A sunny and cool day will give way to another clear and frigid night across the Peach State. This time, however, there will not be nearly as much wind involved. Low temperatures will largely be in the lower 20s however a few upper teens cannot be ruled out. The wind will be light…
Perry’s pause on liquor store licenses (Photo: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield0PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Anyone looking to open a liquor store in Perry will have to wait at least six months after the Perry City Council approved a temporary moratorium on issuing new liquor licenses. Two weeks ago, the Perry City Council decided to place a six-month hold on approving new liquor…
Clyde Laval Richardson (Photo: Houston County Sheriff’s Office)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Warner Robins man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for distributing fentanyl in a case prosecutors say led directly to a deadly overdose. According to a news release from Houston County District Attorney Eric Edwards, 42-year-old Clyde Laval Richardson Jr. pleaded guilty on December 8…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers is spotlighting five individuals wanted by law enforcement agencies across Middle Georgia as part of its weekly effort to encourage community involvement in locating fugitives. Crimestoppers 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 are wanted:…
(NBC)- A weekend of devastating gun violence across two continents has left communities mourning and investigators racing to determine what happened, as world leaders condemned the attacks and vowed accountability. In the United States, two people were killed and nine others injured in a shooting inside a classroom at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. Authorities say the attack unfolded…
(LILAMAX)- Several key U.S. economic reports that were previously delayed are set for release this week, and analysts say the data could help determine the market’s direction as investors look for fresh signals on the economy. Among the most anticipated is the November jobs report, which is arriving about 10 days later than usual because of the recent government shutdown….