Across the Nation, Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Shoppers tighten budgets as automakers face slowing sales

Americans are scaling back their spending, and the auto industry is feeling the impact.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Americans are scaling back their spending, and the auto industry is feeling the impact. Shoppers are downsizing, buying used vehicles, stretching out loan terms, and waiting longer for deals. Analysts had expected a third-straight year of rising sales as automakers recovered from pandemic-era shortages, but instead, buyers are pushing back. Cars are sitting longer on dealer lots, discounts are…
Entertainment, Featured

Hollywood Minute: Elton John’s “Step Into Christmas” certified platinum as new holiday releases arrive

Elton John’s holiday classic “Step Into Christmas” has officially gone platinum.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Elton John’s holiday classic “Step Into Christmas” has officially gone platinum. The Recording Industry Association of America confirmed the 1973 single has now sold more than one million copies. In the United Kingdom, the song remains a seasonal favorite, certified triple-platinum and re-entering the charts every December since 2011. Country-pop trio Lady A is also adding to the holiday…

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Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia food service inspections November 24-28

The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, November 24 and Friday, November 28.
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, November 24 and Friday, November 28. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…
Around the World, Featured

Man killed after entering lioness enclosure at Brazilian zoo

A shocking video from eastern Brazil shows the moments before a man was killed after climbing into a lioness enclosure at the Bica Zoo.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- A shocking video from eastern Brazil shows the moments before a man was killed after climbing into a lioness enclosure at the Bica Zoo. The footage begins with the man dangling from a tree as a female lion, just feet below, watches him closely. As the man tries to slide down the trunk, the lioness lunges upward, clawing at…
Across the Nation, Featured

Winter storm slams U.S. with heavy snow, rain, travel delays and record cold

A massive winter storm is sweeping across the country
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- A massive winter storm — the third this week — is sweeping across the country, bringing a mix of dangerous weather conditions that stretch from the Northeast to the Gulf Coast. Meteorologist Chris Warren says the Northeast will bear the brunt of the snowfall today. “The Northeast is gonna see the majority of the snow on Tuesday,” Warren said,…

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Education, Featured, Houston County, Local News

CGTC breaks enrollment record with more than 12,700 students this fall

College leaders say affordable tuition and expanded student services are fueling a surge in enrollment.
Gena Tripp,

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Central Georgia Technical College says it broke its attendance record this fall, enrolling more than 12,700 students, a 10 percent increase from last year. JoBen Rivera-Thompson, the college’s director of marketing, says the rise in enrollment reflects CGTC’s focus on delivering a strong student experience and a quality education. “It shows our efforts in providing…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Deputies want to speak with man who may have ‘extremely important’ information in triple death investigation

Two people died at the scene and a third died at the hospital, according to the coroner and sheriff's office.
Tucker Sargent,

Bibb County Sheriff’s OfficeUPDATE (12/1/25): The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help locating a person of interest in connection with a shooting in October that left three people dead. In a news release on Monday, deputies said 24-year-old Titustavius Freeman Jr. does not have warrants pertaining to the investigation, but he may have information that “is…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Better Business Bureau issues warning about holiday credit card fraud

Consumer advocates say fraudulent websites and fake holiday deals are driving a spike in credit card fraud across the region.
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

Credit card scams (Photo: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Holiday shopping is in full swing, and local consumer experts warn that credit card scams are also on the rise. With the holiday season comes holiday shopping, and many consumers will be using their debit and credit cards for payment. But with that, many consumers risk credit card scams. President and…

Festive Events Fill Forsyth’s Downtown For The Holiday Season
41 Today Lifestyle, Featured, Monroe County

Festive events fill Forsyth’s Downtown for the holiday season

The holiday season is in full swing in Forsyth, where the city has lined up a month of festive events, concerts and family-friendly activities across downtown and Monroe County.
Tyrik Wynn,

FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – One of the biggest highlights is the Hometown Holidays Parade, hosted by the Forsyth-Monroe Chamber. The parade begins at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 4, and will follow this year’s theme, “A Holiday Movie Celebration: Lights, Camera, Christmas!” Visitors can expect illuminated floats, music, dance groups and an appearance from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Another major…

Crimestoppers Seeking Woman Wanted For Financial Fraud In Crawford County.
41 Today, Crime, Featured

Crimestoppers seeking woman wanted for financial fraud in Crawford County

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of these individuals is asked to call Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68-CRIME (1-877-682-7463).
Keenan Gibson,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers is spotlighting five individuals wanted by law enforcement agencies in Middle Georgia and sharing the organization’s word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media outlets and law enforcement across eight Middle Georgia counties, offering anonymous rewards for tips that lead to arrests. The following individuals are wanted: Eric F. Turner is wanted by…
Across the Nation, Featured

U.S. Faces Growing Scrutiny Over Alleged Second Strike on Venezuelan Boat

There is growing pressure in Washington this morning for answers about U.S. military boat strikes off the coast of Venezuela that targeted suspected drug traffickers.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC )- There is growing pressure in Washington this morning for answers about U.S. military boat strikes off the coast of Venezuela that targeted suspected drug traffickers. New reporting alleges the Pentagon carried out a second strike on a vessel to kill survivors of an earlier attack — prompting bipartisan concern. President Trump is standing by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth…
Across the Nation, Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Record-breaking Cyber Monday expected as AI drives global sales surge

Salesforce is forecasting a record-breaking Cyber Week, kicking off with Cyber Monday today.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Salesforce is forecasting a record-breaking Cyber Week, kicking off with Cyber Monday today. The company predicts global online sales will hit $334 billion, up 6% from last year, with U.S. sales expected to reach $78 billion, a 3% increase. The biggest change this year is the rapid growth of artificial intelligence. Salesforce says AI will influence more than one…
Across the Nation, Featured, Sports

Lane Kiffin’s departure from Ole Miss sparks backlash ahead of playoff run

Boos echoed through Oxford on Monday night as Ole Miss students publicly vented their frustration at head coach Lane Kiffin
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- Boos echoed through Oxford on Monday night as Ole Miss students publicly vented their frustration at head coach Lane Kiffin — just hours after he announced he’s leaving the Rebels before their first-ever college football playoff run. Video from campus shows fans booing Kiffin as he made his way to face LSU, the program he’s expected to lead next…
Across the Nation, Featured

Winter storm disrupts Thanksgiving travel across U.S., causing delays and cancellations

Winter weather is continuing to disrupt travel for people returning from their Thanksgiving destinations
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Winter weather is continuing to disrupt travel for people returning from their Thanksgiving destinations, as a new storm system begins to form in the Mid-South. Forecasters say the system is taking shape near the Arkansas–Louisiana–Texas border and will bring snow across much of the Northeast this week, with heavy rain expected farther south. The new round of hazardous weather…
Across the Nation, Featured

Manhunt underway after deadly shooting at California child’s birthday party

An urgent manhunt is underway in central California after a shooting at a child’s birthday party left four people dead and at least eleven others wounded.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- An urgent manhunt is underway in central California after a shooting at a child’s birthday party left four people dead and at least eleven others wounded. Authorities say a suspected gunman opened fire inside a banquet hall packed with more than 100 people, turning a day meant for celebration into tragedy. Among the victims killed were three children—ages eight,…

The End Zone Highlights: West Laurens Hosts Jenkins
End Zone, Local Sports, Sports

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: West Laurens hosts Jenkins

The Raiders (12-0) were ranked #7 in AAA coming into the game, averaging 40.9 PPG on offense while only allowing 14.8 PPG on defense.
Clayton Poulnott,

DEXTER, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The West Laurens Raiders hosted the Jenkins Warriors on Friday night, looking to advance to the GHSA AAA semi-finals. The Raiders (12-0) were ranked #7 in AAA coming into the game, averaging 40.9 PPG on offense while only allowing 14.8 PPG on defense. The Warriors (11-1) beat Peach County 38-28 last week in the second round….

The End Zone Highlights: Northeast Visits Toombs County In Our Game Of The Week
End Zone, Game of the Week, Local Sports, Sports

THE END ZONE HIGHLIGHTS: Northeast visits Toombs County in our Game of the Week

The Raiders (10-2) had won 5 in a row coming into the matchup and are ranked #4 in the state. Northeast lost to Toombs County 38-18 last season in the A-Division 1 state championship game.
Clayton Poulnott,

LYONS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Northeast Raiders went on the road to take on the Toombs County Bulldogs for a spots in the GHSA A-Division 1 semi-finals. The Raiders (10-2) had won 5 in a row coming into the matchup and are ranked #4 in the state. Northeast lost to Toombs County 38-18 last season in the A-Division 1 state championship…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Bibb County deputies investigating deadly car crash

The Sheriff's Office says the Driver of a Jeep lost control and overturned
Finn Balfour,

UPDATE (11/28) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has identified the driver as 54-year-old Tammi Lamar. BCSO has also clarified that Lamar was driving a 1999 Honda CRV. MACON, Georgia (WMGT-DT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a car crash that left one person dead, and another injured. According to a news release, the crash happened just after…

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Bibb County, Featured

Small Business Saturday highlights longtime Macon shops

Rumor Boutique and Carol’s Linens prepare for Small Business Saturday in Macon
Gena Tripp,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Macon shops are getting ready for Small Business Saturday, a nationwide day encouraging people to support local stores as they head into the holiday season. Rumor Boutique has been part of the community for 20 years. Owner Ashley Johnson says they’ve participated in Small Business Saturday since the event began. “It’s a fun way just…

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End Zone, Featured, Local Sports, Sports

THE END ZONE SCOREBOARD: Scores and highlights from quarterfinal round of GHSA playoffs

Here are Middle Georgia’s high school football scores and highlights from quarterfinal round of GHSA playoffs.
Clayton Poulnott,

The End Zone logoMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Here are Middle Georgia’s high school football scores and highlights from quarterfinal round of GHSA playoffs. (Catch all the highlights here.) Games featured on The End Zone: Northeast 6 Toombs County 24 Jenkins 16 West Laurens 21 Other GHSA games: A Division II: Wheeler County 22 Clinch County 27 Jenkins County 22 Bowdon…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

Black Friday shopping tips

The holiday shopping season is upon us, and according to the latest research from Finder.com, an estimated 149 million Americans plan to shop this black Friday, which means stores had to properly prepare.
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

Black Friday shopping (Photo: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) —The holiday shopping season is upon us, and according to the latest research from Finder.com, an estimated 149 million Americans plan to shop this black Friday, which means stores had to properly prepare. Academy Sports store director Frank Howard says they make sure all their staff members are on the floor and ready to assist shoppers.   “Well, the biggest thing is we make sure all…

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41 Days of Christmas, 41 Today, Featured, Peach County

Roberts Christmas Tree Farm welcomes families to find the perfect Christmas tree

Families return year after year to cut fresh Christmas trees at the long-running Byron farm.
Gena Tripp,

BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –Families in Byron are kicking off the holiday season by heading out to Roberts Christmas Tree Farm to find the perfect Christmas tree. The farm allows visitors to drive directly onto the property and walk the fields in search of the one they want to take home. Roberts Christmas Tree Farm has been growing trees in Middle…

Downtown Cochran Launches Two Festive Holiday Events
Bleckley County, Community Calendar, Entertainment, Featured, Georgia News, Lifestyle, Local News

Downtown Cochran launches two festive holiday events

Downtown Cochran is gearing up for the holiday season with two community events aimed at supporting small businesses and bringing families together.
Tyrik Wynn,

COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Downtown Cochran is gearing up for the holiday season with two community events aimed at supporting small businesses and bringing families together. The first celebration, Shop Local First, takes place Saturday, November 29, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event aligns with Small Business Saturday and encourages residents to shop downtown and support Cochran’s locally…