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Tech Report: Amazon raises pay, defense firms advance anti-drone tech,

Amazon announced it will invest more than $1 billion to boost wages and reduce healthcare costs for its U.S. fulfillment and transportation workers.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- Amazon announced it will invest more than $1 billion to boost wages and reduce healthcare costs for its U.S. fulfillment and transportation workers. The company said average total compensation will now exceed $30 an hour, including benefits. Base pay will rise to more than $23 an hour, with full-time employees seeing an average annual pay increase of $1,600. Beginning…

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Fan Cam

FanCam: Fans at McConnell Talbert Stadium cheer on their teams

Edward Smart,

The energy was electric Friday night at McConnell-Talbert Stadium as Warner Robins Demons and Northside Eagles 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

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

Lineman of the Week: Veterans High School

Edward Smart,

Tonight we lift up and celebrate Flint Energies Power Lineman of the Week, Line Superintendent Nick Pandolfi, and football lineman Gavin Riezinger, left tackle at Veterans High School. Both linemen work hard to bring power and passion to everything they do—on and off the field! ⚡ The 41NBC Lineman of the Week is powered by Flint Energies! Categories: Lineman of…
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Morning Business Report: Fed cuts rates, Eli Lilly outpaces Novo

The Federal Reserve announced a quarter-point interest rate cut as expected, marking the latest adjustment in monetary policy.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- The Federal Reserve announced a quarter-point interest rate cut as expected, marking the latest adjustment in monetary policy. The move is likely to lower credit card and mortgage rates, though savings account yields are also expected to decline. Student loan rates, which are fixed, will remain unaffected. In healthcare news, Eli Lilly reported that its experimental obesity pill outperformed…
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Three officers killed, two wounded in Pennsylvania shooting

A violent ambush in central Pennsylvania has left three police officers dead and two others gravely wounded.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- A violent ambush in central Pennsylvania has left three police officers dead and two others gravely wounded after they attempted to serve a restraining order on a suspect linked to domestic violence. Officials confirmed the fallen officers were members of the Northern York Regional Police Department. The injured deputies serve with the York County Sheriff’s Office. Governor Josh Shapiro…
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Body found in Tesla linked to singer D4vd identified as missing 15-year-old girl

More than a week after a body was discovered inside an impounded Tesla registered to rising music star D4vd, authorities have identified the remains.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- More than a week after a body was discovered inside an impounded Tesla registered to rising music star D4vd, authorities have identified the remains as 15-year-old Celeste Rivas, who was reported missing last year, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. Police say the decomposed body was first found on September 8, when officers responded to a Hollywood tow…
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ABC pulls Jimmy Kimmel Live! off the air after Charlie Kirk comments

Disney’s ABC has announced that Jimmy Kimmel Live! will be pre-empted indefinitely following controversial remarks made by host Jimmy Kimmel.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)-Disney’s ABC has announced that Jimmy Kimmel Live! will be pre-empted indefinitely following controversial remarks made by host Jimmy Kimmel regarding the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. During his Monday night monologue, Kimmel referenced the alleged shooter, Tyler Robinson, suggesting he might have been a pro-Trump Republican. Kimmel went on to say, “The MAGA gang desperately trying to characterize…
Entertainment, Featured

Hollywood Minute: Anaconda reboot, Victoria Beckham docu-series

A terrifying classic is slithering back onto the big screen.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- A terrifying classic is slithering back onto the big screen. Anaconda is getting a modern reimagining, with comedy heavyweights Jack Black and Paul Rudd starring as two men forced to outrun a massive jungle serpent. The original 1997 horror film became a cult favorite, and this new version aims to blend suspense and humor as the pair fights for…

Ace All In For Their Redemption Region Rematch With The Raiders
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ACE Gryphons Set for Region Test Against Northeast in Game of the Week

The 4-0 ACE Gryphons look for their first win in their region series with the 3-1 Northeast Raiders in the fourth all-tim matchup of two macon schools
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Week six of the high school football season brings another key region matchup, as the undefeated Academy for Classical Education looks to stay on track. The Gryphons, now 4-0, are coming off a homecoming win over Wilkinson County. Their early slate has included a hard-fought road win against Dodge County, which head coach Keith Hatcher…

It's A Battle Of Two Qb's That Call Coach Dad In The Endzone's Week Six Game Of The Week
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Quarterback Sons Lead Coaches Into Friday’s Game of the Week

The 3-1 Northeast Raiders look for four consecutive victories over the 4-0 ACE Gryphons Friday at Perkins Field
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Two head coaches will watch their sons take the field as starting quarterbacks in this week’s Game of the Week. At the helm of his offense is freshman quarterback Jordan Wiggins, son of head coach Jeremy Wiggins, who has led his team to a 3-1 record just four games into his high school varsity career….

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon-Bibb County Planning & Zoning reveals housing demand trends

Macon is seeing a big boom with people choosing Macon rather than the Atlanta area.
Fiona King,

Downtown Macon MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –An ongoing study by the Macon-Bibb County Planning and Zoning Commission, in partnership with RKG Associates Inc., has revealed new findings when it comes to the Macon housing market.  President of RKG, Kyle Talente, says there’s a growing demand for urban living and affordable housing options in Macon. According to the study, people are more…

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Education, Featured, Local News, Peach County

Byron Elementary School receives John Hancock award

State Superintendent Richard Woods awarded Byron elementary with a proficiency ribbon, for at least 90% of their students being able to write their names in cursive.  
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

Byron Elementary awarded John Hancock award (Photo: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Byron Elementary School received the John Hancock award. It recognizes excellence in teaching cursive writing to 4th grade students. State Superintendent Richard Woods awarded the school with a proficiency ribbon, for at least 90% of their students being able to write their names in cursive.   Woods gave students with their own…
Featured, Houston County, Local News, Monroe County

Warner Robins man arrested in Monroe County on kidnapping, assault and rape charges

Deputies said they were contacted around 7:58 p.m. September 16 by the Middle Georgia Fugitive Task Force about a suspect wanted by the Warner Robins Police Department.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Warner Robins man wanted on serious charges was arrested Tuesday evening in Monroe County, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said they were contacted around 7:58 p.m. September 16 by the Middle Georgia Fugitive Task Force about a suspect wanted by the Warner Robins Police Department on charges including kidnapping, aggravated assault…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

More heat likely Thursday

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will largely get into the 90s Thursday afternoon around Middle Georgia. This Evening A partly sunny day will clear out some through the evening and into the night, however a handful of clouds will likely still be overhead after sunset. A few showers or storms will also be possible through the evening and into tonight….

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News, Monroe County

Woman accused of stealing truck in Monroe County, leading law enforcement on chase into Macon

Deputies say Tiffany McMurray stole a truck in Forsyth and led a chase into Macon before being stopped with a PIT maneuver.
Tucker Sargent,

Tiffany McMurray (Photo: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Macon woman faces charges after deputies say she stole a truck and led them on a chase from Forsyth into Macon on Monday. According to a Monroe County Sheriff’s Office incident report, 37-year-old Tiffany McMurray was first spotted fleeing Forsyth police in a silver Camaro around 5:20 p.m. The…

Crisis Line & Safe House To Host Sip Sip Hooray
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Crisis Line & Safe House to host Sip Sip Hooray

Jamie Borman, executive director of Crisis Line & Safe House of Central Georgia, says proceeds from the event benefit the organization.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Crisis Line & Safe House of Central Georgia is hosting Sip Sip Hooray, an event to benefit victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking, along with their children staying at the organization. The nonprofit serves Bibb, Crawford, Houston, Jones, Monroe, Peach and Twiggs counties. Jamie Borman, executive director of Crisis Line & Safe…
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Trump arrives in UK for second state visit

President Donald Trump has arrived in the United Kingdom for an unprecedented second state visit by an American president
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- President Donald Trump has arrived in the United Kingdom for an unprecedented second state visit by an American president, greeted with royal pageantry and heightened security. King Charles hosted the official welcome at Windsor Castle, where Trump praised the monarch. “He’s been a friend of mine for a long time, and everybody respects him,” Trump said. The visit was…
Across the Nation, Featured, Tech Report

Tech Report: TikTok ownership deal, Microsoft UK investment, Charlie Kirk online surge

TikTok’s future in the U.S. may soon be secured thanks to a deal that shifts majority ownership to American companies.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- TikTok’s future in the U.S. may soon be secured thanks to a deal that shifts majority ownership to American companies. Under the agreement, U.S.-based owners including Oracle, Andreessen Horowitz, and Silver Lake will control 80 percent of the platform, while Chinese shareholders retain the rest once the deal is finalized. Meanwhile, Microsoft announced plans to invest $30 billion in…

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Featured, Weather

Meager shower possible as dryness continues

Karen Williams,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A closed low over the Mid-Atlantic will fling multiple weak shortwaves through the state today. The initial wave tracks through north Georgia this morning,  leading to an increase in convection between 4 AM and 10 AM. Instability will be very marginal . Any storm or shower activity should be at most widespread along I-20. Some rainfall…
Across the Nation, Featured

Federal Reserve expected to cut interest rates for first time since December

For the first time since December, the Federal Reserve is widely expected to lower interest rates today.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- For the first time since December, the Federal Reserve is widely expected to lower interest rates today, with analysts predicting at least a quarter-point drop. Such a move would bring the target federal funds rate down to between 4 and 4.25 percent, making it cheaper for consumers to borrow money. “They set the price and supply of money that…
Featured, Georgia News

Man arrested in theft of unreleased Beyoncé music in Atlanta

A man is in custody after police linked him to the theft of unreleased Beyoncé music just days before her first Cowboy Carter tour stop in Atlanta.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)- A man is in custody after police linked him to the theft of unreleased Beyoncé music just days before her first Cowboy Carter tour stop in Atlanta. Authorities say the incident happened in a parking deck in July, two days before the highly anticipated concert. Investigators tied a vehicle to the scene and later arrested Kelvin Evans, who is…
Featured, Georgia News

Brian Kemp talks business climate after Hyundai raid

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and state leaders broke ground Tuesday on Rivian’s long-anticipated electric vehicle plant in Walton County.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and state leaders broke ground Tuesday on Rivian’s long-anticipated electric vehicle plant in Walton County, a project first announced in 2021 but delayed by financial and regulatory setbacks. Rivian expects to begin rolling cars off its production line by 2028. The groundbreaking event included test drives for state officials, including the governor himself. But beyond…
Entertainment, Featured

Hollywood Minute: ‘The Housemaid,’ ‘Maintenance Required,’ and ‘The Lost Bus’

Sydney Sweeney stars in the suspenseful new thriller The Housemaid, moving into a home filled with unsettling secrets.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Sydney Sweeney stars in the suspenseful new thriller The Housemaid, moving into a home filled with unsettling secrets. Sweeney plays an employee working for a wealthy family led by Amanda Seyfried, whose seemingly perfect lives begin to unravel. The film arrives in theaters December 19. On a lighter note, Maintenance Required offers a fresh take on romance. The rom-com…

Fvsu Freshman Dj Hudson Junior Looks To Build Up Momentum From First Career Start In Home Opener
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Former Peach County Quarterback Leads Fort Valley State Into Home Opener

Wildcats Freshman QB and Peach County alum DJ Hudson hopes to build offf momentum from his first career start heading into the home opener, down the road from where he played at Trojans Stadium for 4 seasons
Justin Dierkes,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Fort Valley State Wildcats are turning to a familiar face to lead them at quarterback this season, one who excelled just down the road at Peach County High School. On Thursday night, Fort Valley State fell just short in a close 26-21 Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference game against Clark Atlanta on the road…