Sunny and below average Wednesday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sunny and dry conditions along with below average temperatures will take over Middle Georgia Wednesday following a cold front Tuesday. This Evening A cloudy morning is slowly clearing out over the later half of the day. Winds have been rather strong and will stay that way through the evening. Expect gusts to retreat to below 20…

Part of Macon street dedicated to Christmas Light Extravaganza founder

The stretch of road from 1st Street to 3rd Street is now called, "Bryan Nichols Way."

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A part of Poplar Street is now dedicated in honor of Christmas Light Extravaganza Founder Bryan Nichols. The stretch of road from 1st Street to 3rd Street is now called “Bryan Nichols Way.” At a ceremony on Tuesday, Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller and community leaders thanked Nichols for his efforts to bring something special to downtown…

Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores April 7-11

The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, April 7 and Friday, April 11.

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, April 7 and Friday, April 11. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…

Morning Business Report: Consumer anxiety rises as trade war escalates

Americans are growing increasingly concerned about the economy as inflation, unemployment fears, and stock market uncertainty climb, according to a new survey released by the New York Federal Reserve.

(LILAMAX)- Americans are growing increasingly concerned about the economy as inflation, unemployment fears, and stock market uncertainty climb, according to a new survey released by the New York Federal Reserve. In March, consumer worries deepened amid intensifying global trade tensions. The survey found that the perceived probability of the unemployment rate rising within the next year surged to 44% —…

Standoff over mistaken deportation escalates amid tariff talk and immigration crackdown

Tensions are rising over the mistaken deportation of a Maryland father as President Trump continues to ramp up both his immigration crackdown and economic policies.

(NBC)- Tensions are rising over the mistaken deportation of a Maryland father as President Trump continues to ramp up both his immigration crackdown and economic policies. The controversy centers on Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a father of three with a valid U.S. work permit, who was deported to El Salvador due to what the Justice Department initially called an “administrative error.”…

Hollywood Minute: Leslie Odom Jr. is returning to Hamilton

Leslie Odom Jr. is making a highly anticipated return to Hamilton.

(CNN)- Leslie Odom Jr. is making a highly anticipated return to Hamilton. The Tony Award-winning actor will reprise his iconic role as Aaron Burr from September 9 through November 23 at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, where the groundbreaking musical first opened nearly a decade ago and continues to play to packed audiences. Joaquin Phoenix is reuniting with Beau Is Afraid…

5.2 magnitude earthquake shakes Southern California.

A earthquake rattled Southern California late Monday morning, startling residents from San Diego to Los Angeles

(CNN)- A 5.2 magnitude earthquake rattled Southern California late Monday morning, startling residents from San Diego to Los Angeles and even prompting  reactions from animals at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. The quake struck just after 10 a.m. near Julian, California, at a depth of about eight miles, according to experts at Caltech. Reports from the U.S. Geological Survey…

Matthews Becomes FPD’s All-Time Leading Goal Scorer in Dominant Senior Night Victory

Lady Vikings Sophomore Striker Bowen Matthews Sets All-Time and Single Season Records on Senior Night

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – In a record-breaking performance on Senior Night, First Presbyterian Day School sophomore Bowen Matthews etched her name into the history books. Matthews scored four goals to lead the Lady Vikings to a dominant 9-1 victory over John Milledge Academy, improving FPD’s perfect season to 13-0. With the first goal of the night, Matthews became the…

Deputies: Man hospitalized after Monday night shooting on Houston Avenue in Macon

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a Monday night shooting on Houston Avenue that left a 44-year-old man injured.

Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office/FacebookMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a Monday night shooting on Houston Avenue that left a 44-year-old man injured. It happened in the 3400 block of Houston Avenue and was reported to the Macon-Bibb Emergency 911 Center just before 7:30 p.m., according to a news release from the sheriff’s office. Deputies…

VA secretary Doug Collins tours Dublin facility, defends job cuts

The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning to cut up to 80,000 employees by August, along with hundreds of VA contracts.

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins denies that Trump administration policies will cause a decrease in the quality of healthcare and benefits at facilities like the Carl Vinson VA Medical Center. “I don’t tolerate any more culture in which we just move people who don’t do good things,” Collins said. “If…

Sewer line break near Warner Robins mobile home park leads to Bay Gall Creek spill

A 15-inch sewer line near the Holiday Park Riviera Mobile Home Park in Warner Robins was damaged Monday when a tree fell in the area, according to a social media update from the City of Warner Robins.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A 15-inch sewer line near Holiday Park Riviera Mobile Home Park in Warner Robins was damaged Monday when a tree fell in the area, according to a social media update from the City of Warner Robins. The city says the break caused sewage to spill into Bay Gall Creek, but crews responded quickly and diverted…

Cold front to bring strong breezes Tuesday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – An incoming cold front will bring wind and additional clouds, however associated rain chances will be low. This Evening A sequence of sunny days this weekend continued into the new week with sunny skies and temperatures in the 80s seen across Middle Georgia today. Skies will stay clear heading into the overnight hours, however clouds will…

Crimestoppers looking for Jones County suspect connected to child molestation

Today's word of the day: Confounded

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sgt. Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and share the word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media organizations, police departments and other law enforcement agencies across eight Middle Georgia counties to provide anonymous rewards for tips that lead to criminal arrests. The following individuals are currently wanted: Charles Jones,…

Morning Business Report: Wall Street rebounds on tariff relief

Stocks are on the rise after the Trump Administration announced a temporary reprieve from steep reciprocal tariffs on electronic imports from China.

(LILAMAX)- Stocks are on the rise after the Trump Administration announced a temporary reprieve from steep reciprocal tariffs on electronic imports from China. Late Friday, the administration exempted tech products such as smartphones, computers, and semiconductors from new 125% tariffs, although a 20% tariff remains in place from previous rounds. The move provided relief for tech giants like Apple, Microsoft,…

Tariff turmoil hits markets as Trump Administration exempts tech devices from tariffs

The Trump Administration announced that tech devices like smartphones and computers will be exempt from the 125% tariffs on Chinese imports.

(NBC)-  This morning, the Trump Administration announced that tech devices like smartphones and computers will be exempt from the 125% tariffs on Chinese imports. However, a 20% levy remains in place for these products, providing a temporary reprieve that gave stock markets an early boost. Despite the relief for tech consumers, President Trump suggested that this exemption may be short-lived,…

Governor Josh Shapiro speaks out after targeted arson attack at his residence

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is vowing to continue his work despite a arson attack at his residence early Sunday morning.

(CNN)- Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is vowing to continue his work despite a terrifying arson attack at his residence early Sunday morning. Speaking just hours after the incident, Shapiro called the attack “not okay” and reaffirmed his commitment to his role as governor. The attack occurred while Shapiro and his family were asleep inside the Governor’s Residence. Fire crews were…

Gunfire at downtown Macon gathering early Saturday leaves 1 shot, 2 hurt; No arrests yet

One teenager was shot and two others were injured early Saturday after a gunfire at a downtown Macon gathering.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – One teenager was shot and two others were injured early Saturday after a gunfire at a downtown Macon gathering. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release sent Saturday night, deputies responded to a parking lot on Mulberry Street just after 1 a.m. after hearing gunshots in the area. Witnesses told deputies there had been…

Perry Police Department holds senior citizen firearm safety class

In case of an emergency situation, he says seniors need to know how to defend themselves until law enforcement arrives

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – We all know how important firearm safety is, and in a world that advances daily, senior citizens most importantly need to know how to safely operate a firearm. That’s why the Perry Police Department held a senior citizen firearm safety class on Friday. Lieutenant for the Perry Police Department Chris Sutcliff says after having a women’s…

Wonderful weekend on deck for Middle Georgia

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sunshine and below average temperatures are likely across the Peach State for the second weekend of April. This Evening Partly cloudy skies have been seen around Middle Georgia this afternoon along with a couple of isolated showers. Wind has been rather strong and will stay breezy into the night. Sustained speeds will range from 5-11 mph…

Dodge County deputy arrested in Bleckley County for stalking, GBI says

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has arrested a Dodge County Sheriff’s Office deputy who's now charged with stalking and violating his oath of office in connection with an ongoing case in Bleckley County.

COCHRAN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has arrested a Dodge County Sheriff’s Office deputy who’s now charged with stalking and violating his oath of office in connection with an ongoing case in Bleckley County. According to a news release from the GBI, 49-year-old Ronny Lewis Butts of Cochran is charged with misdemeanor counts of harassing communications…

Memorial Park Recreation Center set to host health and wellness fair

"It's not just for our own self gratification. It's not just for us just to want to do something just to say we're doing it. We're doing it for the betterment of our community,” said Quentez Howard, Coordinator for Memorial Park Recreation Center.

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – After Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful’s community cleanup earlier this week, Memorial Park Recreation Center is set to host a health and wellness fair this Saturday. The event will consist of a full day of activities such as learning about health screenings, mental health, gym tips with Lance, zumba, featuring Latin and international dance styles…

Morning Business Report: Markets Swing as tariff war heats up, inflation cools, and banks prepare to report

Stocks continue their turbulent run as trade tensions between the U.S. and China intensify.

(LILAMAX)-Stocks continue their turbulent run as trade tensions between the U.S. and China intensify, rattling investors and raising fears of a prolonged economic standoff. The effective U.S. tariff rate on Chinese imports has now reached a staggering 145%, signaling that the world’s two largest economies are settling in for a drawn-out dispute that could last for months. The uncertainty surrounding…

Wall Street ends volatile week lower as trade tensions and legal rulings rock markets

Wall Street’s rollercoaster week is winding down with another downturn Thursday, chipping away at Wednesday’s historic recovery.

(NBC)- Wall Street’s rollercoaster week is winding down with another downturn Thursday, chipping away at Wednesday’s historic recovery. The slide comes as investors grow increasingly uneasy about the escalating trade war between the United States and China. President Trump, alongside his cabinet, acknowledged what he called “short-term pain” as a result of the trade dispute. “There’ll always be transition difficulty,”…

Hollywood Minute: James Cameron discusses A.I. in filmmaking

In a recent interview on the Boz to the Future podcast, the iconic director shared his vision of using A.I. to enhance the process of creating effects-heavy films.

(CNN)- James Cameron has always been known for pushing the boundaries of filmmaking, and now he’s turning to artificial intelligence (A.I.) to reshape the industry. In a recent interview on the Boz to the Future podcast, the iconic director shared his vision of using A.I. to enhance the process of creating effects-heavy films without replacing the creative minds behind them….