Crimestoppers seeking man wanted for identity fraud in Bibb 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).

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon Regional Crime Stoppers is spotlighting five individuals wanted by law enforcement agencies across Middle Georgia as part of its ongoing effort to encourage community involvement in locating fugitives. Crime Stoppers 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…

KIHOMAC opens new 150,000 sq. ft. facility in Warner Robins, bringing jobs to Middle Georgia

A major economic development project is now complete in Middle Georgia as KIHOMAC officially opened its new facility in the Warner Robins area.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The company held a grand opening ceremony Monday at its 150,000-square-foot site on Lightning Way. While the address is listed in Byron, the facility is located within Warner Robins city limits. The event featured remarks from company leadership and local officials, including LaRhonda W. Patrick, followed by a ceremonial ribbon cutting and guided tours of…

Oklahoma man accused of killing twin sister, 17-month-old child arrested in Monroe County

According to a news release, Monroe County deputies were alerted at 12:27 a.m. March 22 to a BOLO regarding a double homicide suspect out of Oklahoma.

MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — An Oklahoma man wanted in a double homicide case was arrested Sunday in Monroe County, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. According to a news release, Monroe County deputies were alerted at 12:27 a.m. March 22 to a BOLO regarding a double homicide suspect out of Oklahoma. The suspect was identified as 31-year-old Grant…

Hollywood Minute: BTS breaks streaming records with new album as “Project Hail Mary” scores big at the box office

Global supergroup BTS is already making history with its long-awaited new album, Arirang.

(CNN)- Global supergroup BTS is already making history with its long-awaited new album, Arirang. The release is now Spotify’s most-streamed album in a single day so far this year — and the most-streamed K-pop album of all time on the platform. The project marks BTS’s first full-length album since 2020, fueling excitement among fans worldwide and quickly pushing the group…

Iranian missile strikes hit southern Israel near nuclear site, raising fears of wider Middle East escalation

New missile strikes in southern Israel are raising concerns about a rapidly escalating conflict across the Middle East.

(NBC)- New missile strikes in southern Israel are raising concerns about a rapidly escalating conflict across the Middle East. Dramatic video shows a direct Iranian missile strike hitting near one of Israel’s main nuclear research areas, highlighting Iran’s ability to continue launching attacks deep into Israeli territory. The strike caused significant damage in the southern city of Arad, where officials…

ICE agents begin assisting at U.S. airports as TSA staffing shortages cause major delays

Beginning Monday, travelers at airports across the country may notice a new presence in security lines.

(NBC)- Beginning Monday, travelers at airports across the country may notice a new presence in security lines — agents in a different uniform. The Trump administration has announced that Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will begin assisting the Transportation Security Administration as airports deal with growing delays and staffing shortages. At airports like Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, travelers say the…

Morning Business Report: Markets tumble as Iran tensions rise, airlines cut flights and EV deals grow

Investors are closely watching rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran.

(LILAMAX)- Investors are closely watching rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran after President Donald Trump warned of potential strikes on Iranian power plants if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened. Iran responded with threats of its own, saying it could target U.S. infrastructure, military bases, and even financial institutions tied to American government bonds. Those tensions are already…

Suspect killed in Hall County SWAT shootout after officer shot, saved by vest in Gainesville

A tense standoff in Hall County ended in a deadly shootout, leaving a suspect dead and a police officer injured.

(CNN)- A tense standoff in Hall County ended in a deadly shootout, leaving a suspect dead and a police officer injured — but alive thanks to his protective gear. Authorities say Hall County SWAT and Gainesville police officers exchanged gunfire with a suspect early Friday morning on Briarwood Drive. The suspect, later identified as 24-year-old Dakota Simmons, was killed during…

Recall Watch List: Major recalls announced for appliances, vehicles, and household products

From kitchen appliances to vehicles, here are the latest recalls that could impact your family’s safety.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Several popular household products and vehicles are being recalled nationwide over safety concerns. From kitchen appliances to cars and children’s drinkware, here’s what you need to know to keep your family safe in this week’s Recall Watch List. Frigidaire recalls nearly 180,000 gas ranges over burn risk Frigidaire, a leading name in home appliances, is recalling…

Deputies: 2 hospitalized after being shot in Macon Saturday

Deputies say one of the victims sought help at a Pio Nono Avenue gas station.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Two people were injured in a shooting Saturday night in Macon, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. A news release says deputies responded around 6:30 p.m. to a report of a person shot at LOLO Gas Station on Pio Nono Avenue. Deputies found a 21-year-old man there with a gunshot wound. The man told deputies…

BS Report: Georgia basketball embarrassed in NCAA Tournament loss

Georgia’s season ends in a blowout loss while the Hawks continue climbing in the Eastern Conference playoff race.

For the second week in a row, the Georgia Bulldogs basketball team laid an egg in a postseason tournament. A week ago in the SEC tournament, they got embarrassed by Ole Miss. And then last night in the NCAA tournament, the first round of the Big Dance, Georgia got blown out by Saint Louis. The Billikens 102 to 77: 25…

Macon’s Cherry Blossom Festival begins under sunny skies

The 44th annual Cherry Blossom Festival is now underway, featuring events, concerts and activities across Macon.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 44th Cherry Blossom Festival is underway in Macon, bringing a sea of pink to Carolyn Crayton Park as people celebrate the first day of spring. The festival opened Friday under sunny skies, drawing crowds eager to take part in the annual tradition. Festival chair Patty Gibbs says this time of year is all about bringing…

Bibb Schools leaders considering cuts, rezoning in budget planning

District leaders say enrollment is projected to drop by nearly 900 students as they consider budget adjustments for 2027.

Bibb board of education budget cuts (PHOTO: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County School District leaders are beginning early planning for the 2027 budget, with projections showing declining enrollment and potential cuts. District leaders said enrollment is expected to decline again for the 2026–2027 school year, with projections at 20,546 students, a drop of nearly 900 students compared to…

Georgia’s American Journey: Wesleyan College and the fight for women’s education

Founded in 1836, Wesleyan College became the first institution in the world chartered to grant degrees to women.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As America celebrates 250 years, one local landmark stands out for its bold role in breaking barriers: Wesleyan College. It’s the first college in the world chartered to grant degrees to women. Nearly two centuries ago, long before women could vote or hold many basic rights, a group of Macon citizens saw something others didn’t: the necessity…

BS Report: March 19, 2026

What a great week for sports here in the state of Georgia and all over the country. It’s great for the state of Georgia because as the NCAA tournament starts today and of course rolls into tomorrow, we have two teams in the state of Georgia that are in the tournament. Kennesaw State and Georgia. How about that? There’s a…

Oil facilities hit in Middle East as gas prices rise and U.S. boosts military presence

Tensions in the Middle East are escalating as energy facilities across the region come under attack, raising concerns about the global economy and rising fuel prices.

(NBC)- Tensions in the Middle East are escalating as energy facilities across the region come under attack, raising concerns about the global economy and rising fuel prices. An oil refinery in Kuwait is the latest site targeted, as Iran appears to intensify pressure on global energy markets. The move comes as Israel launched strikes on a major Iranian gas field,…

ABC cancels Bachelorette season after Taylor Frankie Paul video surfaces

ABC has pulled its upcoming season of The Bachelorette after newly surfaced video shows the show’s star, Taylor Frankie Paul, involved in a domestic violence dispute.

(NBC)- The video, obtained by TMZ, appears to show Paul — known for The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives — throwing barstools at her then-boyfriend, Dakota Mortensen, during a 2023 incident. The altercation reportedly occurred in front of her young daughter, who can be heard crying. In a statement, ABC’s parent company, Disney, said it has decided not to move…

Morning Business Report: Oil prices fall, stocks slide, and higher-dose Wegovy approved in latest business updates

Oil prices dropped overnight after reaching their highest levels since mid-2022, as global leaders worked to ease concerns surrounding tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran.

(LILIAMAX)- Oil prices dropped overnight after reaching their highest levels since mid-2022, as global leaders worked to ease concerns surrounding tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran. Leaders from both the U.S. and Israel sought to reassure investors following reports of damage to major energy facilities in the Persian Gulf. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would refrain…

Body of missing University of Alabama student found off Barcelona beach after 3-day search

The body of a missing American college student has been recovered off the coast of a popular Barcelona beach after a frantic three-day search.

(NBC)- The body of a missing American college student has been recovered off the coast of a popular Barcelona beach after a frantic three-day search. Authorities say 20-year-old Jimmy Gracey was pulled from the water Thursday near the beachfront area where he was last seen earlier this week. Friends told NBC News they last saw Gracey around 3 a.m. Tuesday…

Georgia woman charged with murder after infant death linked to abortion medication, report says

A 31-year-old woman is facing a murder charge after authorities say she attempted to terminate her pregnancy using medication before later giving birth to an infant who died.

(CNN)- A 31-year-old woman is facing a murder charge after authorities say she attempted to terminate her pregnancy using medication before later giving birth to an infant who died. According to an arrest report, Alexia Moore allegedly took 200 milligrams of misoprostol, a drug commonly used in medication abortions, before being transported to Southeast Georgia Health System hospital in Camden…

TSA delays worsen during government shutdown as unpaid workers miss shifts

Travelers across the country are facing long and worsening security lines at airports as the ongoing partial government shutdown continues to impact TSA staffing.

(CNN)- The disruption comes as Transportation Security Administration employees miss paychecks due to a lapse in funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which began in mid-February. Many workers have now gone without a full paycheck, increasing financial strain and affecting attendance. As a result, TSA call-out rates are climbing — and so are wait times. At Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International…

The Four Tops keep the Motown legacy alive in Macon

A cornerstone of the Motown sound made its way to Macon as The Four Tops took the stage, delivering a performance rooted in decades of musical excellence.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – With a career spanning generations, the group has produced some of the most recognizable songs in music history, including “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)” and “Reach Out I’ll Be There.” Their distinct harmonies and emotionally driven sound helped define an era and continue to resonate with audiences today. Though the original lineup is…

The Temptations bring timeless Motown sound to Macon

Macon welcomed music royalty as The Temptations brought their legendary sound to Central Georgia.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Known for a catalog of timeless hits and signature choreography, the group continues to captivate audiences decades after first rising to fame. With classics like “My Girl,” “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg,” and “Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone,” their music remains a defining part of American culture. While the lineup has evolved over the years, the…

Cherry Blossom Festival debuts new events, returning traditions

The 10-day festival will feature activities across the city, including Carolyn Crayton Park and downtown Macon, with amusement rides, live concerts, vendors and family-friendly entertainment.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The 44th International Cherry Blossom Festival will return to Macon from March 20–29, bringing a wide range of events and attractions to the Cherry Blossom Capital of the World. The 10-day festival will feature activities across the city, including Carolyn Crayton Park and downtown Macon, with amusement rides, live concerts, vendors and family-friendly entertainment. Popular attractions…