MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – October begins Wednesday and sunnier conditions will return to Middle Georgia. This Evening It’s been another cloudy day across Middle Georgia resulting in a lot of high temperatures in the mid to upper 70s. The wind has again been pronounced from the northeast as gusts have hovered around 20 mph. A couple of small showers remain…
Timothy Alan Hurt (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE (9/30/25): The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has made an arrest in connection with a shooting last month that left a man dead. According to a news release, Timothy Alan Hurt was arrested on Tuesday. He’s charged with murder. Jail records show Hurt is 60 years old. He’s being held without bond. UPDATE…
Bibb county graduation rate increase (Photo: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – For the third year in a row, Bibb County schools have exceeded the state average graduation rate, marking another milestone for the district. Bibb County has had issues in the past with the number of their graduates walking at the end of the year, but the Georgia Department of…
Photo: Laurens County Sheriff’s OfficeUPDATE: Dublin Mayor Joshua Kight released the following statement Tuesday afternoon: “The City has been notified of the arrest of Heather Browning, City Clerk, regarding an alleged theft concerning her church. Ms. Browning submitted her resignation, which was immediately accepted by the Mayor effective September 29, 2025. The charges do not involve the city. The clerk’s…
(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – It’s Attendance Awareness Week and Bibb County School District hosted a Lunch and Learn at Appling Middle School in an effort to battle chronic absenteeism. Students enjoyed their lunch while listening to music and learning from local religious leaders and elected officials, along with a few student athletes from Mercer University’s basketball and…
(LILAMAX)- Two U.S. senators are calling for federal safety regulators to investigate Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving” software, following an NBC News investigation that revealed driver complaints. Some Tesla owners said the technology failed to detect oncoming trains at railroad crossings. The lawmakers are urging the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to launch a formal probe. The agency has already confirmed…
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, September 22 and Friday, September 26. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…
(NBC)- On the final day before a potential government shutdown, hope is fading for compromise on Capitol Hill. Vice President J.D. Vance predicted the government would close, saying: “I think we’re headed to a shutdown because the Democrats won’t do the right thing.” After top congressional leaders met with President Donald Trump and Vice President Vance, both sides continued to…
(LILAMAX)- A looming government shutdown is raising new concerns for both Wall Street and Main Street. Historically, shutdowns have had little effect on the stock market. But this time could be different, as President Donald Trump has threatened to make some of the federal furloughs permanent — potentially creating longer-term economic impacts. A prolonged shutdown could also delay the release…
(NBC)- A waterfront bar in Southport, North Carolina — popular with tourists — became the scene of a horrific mass shooting over the weekend. Authorities say the suspect, 40-year-old Nigel Max Edge, opened fire from a boat just feet from the deck of the American Fish Company, where dozens of people were gathered for live music. Prosecutors revealed in court…
(CNN)- “The Life of Chuck” — based on Stephen King’s short story — arrives Tuesday, Sept. 30, on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD. For those who prefer the big screen, the film will return to theaters for one night only on Wednesday, Oct. 1. Also out Tuesday is “Prime Minister,” a new documentary on HBO Max that follows the…
MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Week seven of the high school football season brought no shortage of standout performances, and the Macon Touchdown Club recognized several local athletes for their efforts Monday night. The Back of the Week award went to First Presbyterian Day senior quarterback Major Simmons. Simmons completed 9 of 10 passes for 253 yards and four touchdowns…
DEXTER, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Not only were there stars shining in Macon, but the boys from the west side of Laurens County were tearing it up on the gridiron in Dexter. The Week Seven Game of the Week at “The Shu” did not disappoint Friday night as West Laurens senior back Ty Cummings set a new GHSA single-game rushing…
MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Mercer Bears are coming off a huge Southern Conference victory as they prepare for more conference play at Five Star Stadium. Head coach Mike Jacobs and the Bears are now 3-0 in Southern Conference play after a 38-34 road victory over ETSU on Saturday. Mercer trailed most of the game, including by 14 points…
(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- This time last year, Middle Georgians and others across the southeast were picking up the pieces left by Hurricane Helene’s devastation. Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Michael Thurmond says Georgia is at risk of being unprepared for the next storm, in large part due to the Trump administration’s cuts to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)….
Bibb county school district celebrates attendance awareness week (Photo: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Schools are marking Attendance Awareness Week with rallies, parent outreach and midweek check-ins to highlight the importance of students being in class every day. District attendance coordinator Takeysha Lewis says absenteeism is a challenge across the country. “Not just in Bibb County, but nationwide,”…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Wind will increase over the Peach State thanks to Imelda churning not far offshore. This Evening While Monday morning was rather sunny the clouds wasted no time filling in around lunchtime. A stray shower will remain possible through the evening however overall odds are very low. Wind will flow from the northeast at 5-10 mph with…
UPDATE (10/2/2025): NBCUniversal and Google announced Thursday a long-term distribution agreement that will continue to deliver NBCUniversal’s portfolio of entertainment, news, and sports to millions of customers across Google platforms. Agreement details The deal includes a multi-year commitment to carry NBCUniversal’s full lineup of broadcast and cable networks on YouTube TV. Channels include NBC, Telemundo, Bravo, CNBC, Golf Channel, E!,…
The stands were alive with excitement Thursday night as the Northeast Raiders and the Academy for Classical Education (ACE) Gryphons faced off at Cavalier Fields. From student sections decked out in school colors to parents and alumni cheering loud and proud, both sides brought plenty of energy to support their teams. The community spirit made for a memorable night under…
Fans filled Herb St. John Stadium Friday night as the Perry Panthers hosted the Veterans Warhawks. From students decked out in school colors to families cheering in the stands, the energy was high on and off the field. The community came together to show support for their teams, making it a night full of excitement, pride, and Friday night tradition….
The energy was electric Friday night at McConnell-Talbert Stadium as the Warner Robins Demons and Houston County Bears fans packed the stands to cheer on their teams. From students to parents, the community spirit was on full display. The 41NBC FanCam is powered by Ingleside Village Pizza—celebrating the fans who make Friday nights unforgettable. Categories: Fan Cam
TAMPA, Florida – Extreme weather isn’t coming, it’s here. Kids aren’t just witnessing the climate crisis, they’re feeling it. A new UNICEF report reveals that one in five children now face twice as many extreme heat days than six decades ago. Teaching kids to understand and act on these changes isn’t just education, it’s preparation. Climate literacy, knowing how to…
(NBC)- Protests and clashes erupted in Portland, Oregon, over President Donald Trump’s plan to deploy federal troops to the city. Oregon’s Attorney General, joined by the City of Portland, has filed a lawsuit against the administration, arguing the president lacks the authority to federalize the National Guard. Court filings revealed a memo from the Trump administration outlining plans to send…
(LILAMAX)- President Donald Trump’s deadline for 17 major drug companies to act on prices arrives today. He is demanding commitments to his “most favored nation” pricing policy, which calls for raising prices abroad without lowering them in the U.S. Bristol Myers Squibb said it would sell its schizophrenia drug Cobenfy in the United Kingdom at the higher U.S. list price….