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
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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…
Across the Nation, Featured, Tech Report

Tech Report: U.S. business investment climbs on AI spending as Amazon warns of holiday cyber scams

Business investment in the U.S. climbed for the third month in a row in September, boosted largely by increased spending on artificial intelligence.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Business investment in the U.S. climbed for the third month in a row in September, boosted largely by increased spending on artificial intelligence. Despite the momentum, analysts say the broader industrial side of the economy continues to show only mild signs of recovery. New data shows orders for durable goods rose last month, driven in part by a surge…
Across the Nation, Featured, Morning Business Report

Morning Business Report: Black Friday deals fall short as Gen Z leads holiday shopping surge

While millions of Americans are hunting for Black Friday deals today, new data suggests many advertised discounts may not be as impressive as they look.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- While millions of Americans are hunting for Black Friday deals today, new data suggests many advertised discounts may not be as impressive as they look. According to WalletHub, 36% of Black Friday “deals” show no savings at all compared to prices between October 27 and November 17. Still, for items that are truly discounted, the average markdown is about…
Entertainment, Featured

Hollywood Minute: Rian Johnson teases new thriller as ‘Knives Out’ sequel rolls out; John Prine tribute film debuts

Rian Johnson reveals details about his next film while promoting Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- As “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery” rolls out in limited release ahead of its December 12th Netflix debut, writer-director Rian Johnson is already deep into his next project. Johnson tells Empire Magazine his upcoming film will echo 1970s paranoid thrillers with “a light sci-fi element.” It won’t be part of the Knives Out franchise — but…
Across the Nation, Featured

Black Friday spending expected to slow as Americans tighten budgets

This Black Friday may be a bit quieter than last year.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- This Black Friday may be a bit quieter than last year. The National Retail Federation projects nearly 187 million people will shop between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday — still a massive number, but lower than the near-record turnout in 2024. With food and energy prices still elevated, many Americans are heading into the holiday shopping season with less disposable…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Woman found dead in vehicle in south Macon

When arriving on scene inside the 100 block of Aspen Drive, deputies say they found 27-year-old Peyton Lynn Foster unresponsive.
Clayton Poulnott,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a death, after they say deputies found a woman dead inside a vehicle in south Macon. According to the Sheriff’s Office, a call came into the Macon-Bibb Emergency 911 Center at 6:11 p.m., Wednesday evening. When arriving on scene inside the 100 block of Aspen Drive, deputies say they…

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Featured, Health, Local News

Red Cross urges blood donations as holidays strain supply

The organization says seasonal illnesses and busy schedules make year-end donations more difficult.
Gena Tripp,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — As the holiday season approaches, the American Red Cross says it’s bracing for a familiar challenge: a drop in blood donations. The organization monitors donation trends closely each year and says the end of the year is traditionally hard on the nation’s blood supply. Many people skip appointments due to seasonal illnesses or family commitments. Suzanne…
Bibb County, Crime, Featured, Local News

Macon teenager recovering from gunshot wound, investigation underway

Bibb County deputies are investigating after an overnight shooting left a teenager injured
Finn Balfour,

MACON, Georgia (WMGT-DT) – A 15-year-old boy has been released from the hospital after suffering a gunshot wound, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Sergeant Christopher Williams says that the Macon-Bibb Emergency 911 Center was called around 9:53 p.m. on November 25 from the Autumn Trace Apartments. Deputies say they found the teenager injured at the scene. The victim…

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Baldwin County, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Body of 15-year-old autistic boy in Baldwin County found

Deputies say Epps’ body was found Wednesday afternoon.
Tucker Sargent, 41NBC Web Producer,

Jeffrey Epps (Photo: Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE: (11/26 – 4:15  p.m.): According to the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office, the body of Jeffrey Epps was found Wednesday just before 4:15 p.m. “It is with deep sadness that we announce the recovery of the body of Jeffrey Epps at approximately 16:14 today,” a post on the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page…

Fancam: John Milledge Vs Deerfield Windsor
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FanCam: John Milledge vs Deerfield-Windsor

Edward Smart,

The energy was high Friday night as the John Milledge Academy Trojans took on the Deerfield-Windsor Knights at Mercer University’s Five Star Stadium. Fans from both schools filled the stands, bringing nonstop excitement, team pride, and community spirit to the matchup. It was another great night of high school football with passionate crowds and unforgettable moments. The 41NBC FanCam is…

Lineman Of The Week: Northeast High School
Lineman of the Week

Lineman of the Week: Northeast High School

Edward Smart,

Tonight we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies Power Lineman of the Week, Lyman Prickett, Line Technician Apprentice III with Flint Energies, and high school football lineman Maurice Wilson, a sophomore linebacker for Northeast High School. Both linemen bring strength, determination, and heart to everything they do—on and off the field! The 41NBC Lineman of the Week is powered by…

Lineman Of The Week: Stratford Academy
Lineman of the Week

Lineman of the Week: Stratford Academy

Edward Smart,

Tonight we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies Power Lineman of the Week, Ted Arrington, Utility Line Maintenance with Flint Energies, and high school football lineman Evan Devenney, senior tackle/nose guard for Stratford Academy. Both linemen bring strength, leadership, and dedication to everything they do—on and off the field! The 41NBC Lineman of the Week is powered by Flint Energies!…

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Band of the Week: Howard High School

Edward Smart,

This week’s 41NBC Band of the Week spotlight shines on the Howard High School Marching Huskies. Band Director Emmanuel Johnson says this year’s show brings a fun and nostalgic “boy-band” theme to the field, featuring hits from the Backstreet Boys and The Jackson 5. Johnson adds that the students’ enthusiasm, hard work, and growing musicianship have made this season unforgettable…