Pinwheel ceremony for child abuse prevention at Atrium Health Navicent

Pinwheels, as described by Atrium Health Navicent Crescent House, serve as visual reminders that everyone plays a role in ensuring all children have happy and healthy childhoods.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent Crescent House hosted a Pinwheel Garden Planting Ceremony on Tuesday in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month. It’s a grim statistic: one in 10 children will experience some form of sexual abuse before their 18th birthday, according to Atrium Health Navicent. Pinwheels, as described by Atrium Health Navicent Crescent House, serve as visual…

Meet Fabian Velazquez, candidate for Warner Robins Mayor

The next election for mayor of Warner Robins is scheduled for November 4, 2025.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fabian Velazquez is running for mayor of Warner Robins, a position currently held by Mayor LaRhonda Patrick. The next election for mayor of Warner Robins is scheduled for November 4, 2025. The qualifying period for candidates begins at 8:30 a.m. on August 18 and ends at 4:30 p.m. on August 22. Qualifying will take place at…

Restaurant Report Card: Food service inspection scores March 24-28

This week's Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health.

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, March 24 and Friday, March 28. 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: Americans pull back on spending as tariffs loom, gold prices surge

As the country braces for the impact of new tariffs, Americans are pulling back on spending.

(LILAMAX)-As the country braces for the impact of new tariffs, Americans are pulling back on spending. Federal data shows that consumers are increasingly anxious about the economy, curbing their spending on dining out, hotel stays, and other non-essential expenses. With President Trump’s new tariffs set to be announced tomorrow, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre confirmed that the tariffs will…

Businesses brace for Trump’s Liberation Day

The nation approaches President Donald Trump's most expansive tariff plans yet, targeting all U.S. trading partners.

(NBC)-As the nation approaches President Donald Trump’s most expansive tariff plans yet—targeting all U.S. trading partners—businesses across the country are growing increasingly concerned about the potential fallout. Trump has promised that the tariffs will be reciprocal, stating, “Whatever they charge us we charge them, but we’re being nicer than they were.” However, for businesses relying on imported materials and ingredients,…

Hollywood Minute: Nathan Fillion takes on Green Lantern role in new HBO series

 Nathan Fillion is making a big leap from the big screen to the small screen, as HBO announces that the actor will play Green Lantern "Guy Gardner" in the upcoming streaming series Lanterns.

(CNN)- Nathan Fillion is making a big leap from the big screen to the small screen, as HBO announces that the actor will play Green Lantern “Guy Gardner” in the upcoming streaming series Lanterns. Fillion will debut his role in the new Superman movie, which is set to hit theaters this summer. Meanwhile, the 20-25 Easterseals Disability Film Challenge is…

Today is the last day of negotiations before the reciprocal tariffs are implemented

Concerns are growing as a final scramble unfolds ahead of President Donald Trump’s planned unveiling of sweeping new tariffs.

(CNN)- Senator Tommy Tuberville says concerns are growing as a final scramble unfolds ahead of President Donald Trump’s planned unveiling of sweeping new tariffs. Trump describes the tariffs as reciprocal, stating, “They’re reciprocal, so whatever they charge us, we charge them, but we’re being nicer than they were.” Some international leaders are working to mitigate the impacts, while the U.S….

Three wanted by Warner Robins police, caught in Monroe County

Police say the men were wanted in reference to an Aggravated Assault.

MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –Three men wanted by the Warner Robins Police Department, are caught after a vehicle chase in Monroe County on Monday night. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says just before 6:00 p.m., it received notification from the WRPD that the suspects were in a Silver Kia Sportage traveling north towards Butts County on Highway 87. Police say…

Warner Robins Police Department holds groundbreaking ceremony for new training facility

Warner Robins Police Chief Wayne Fisher, says he was in a position to make a difference to help improve the city.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Warner Robins police department held the groundbreaking ceremony for its new training center.  Warner Robins Police Chief Wayne Fisher, says he was in a position to make a difference to help improve the city. “We wanted to develop a training center that would allow us to provide not only for our needs, but also with…

Daybreak sleepout event raises over $329,000 to support homeless community

While this year's total fell slightly short of the $334,986 raised last year, Sister Mallott emphasized that the funds raised are crucial to the organization's mission.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Last month, more than sixty participants spent the night outdoors in the 12th Annual Daybreak Sleepout, an event dedicated to raising awareness and support for the homeless community.  On Monday, Sister Deborah Mallott, director of DePaul USA Daybreak, along with keyboardist and musical director Chuck Leavell, revealed the results of this year’s sleepout.  The event raised a…

Two dead in fatal crash on Depot Street in Wilcox County

Troopers were dispatched to a single-vehicle accident on Depot Street around 7:19 p.m. on March 26. 

WILCOX COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two people are dead after a fatal crash on Wednesday, according to Georgia State Patrol (GSP). Troopers were dispatched to a single-vehicle accident on Depot Street around 7:19 p.m. on March 26. The news release states that all three occupants had been ejected from the overturned vehicle. The initial investigation showed the vehicle was traveling…

Crimestoppers seeks suspect wanted for burglary in Houston County

Today's word of the day: Connect

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon Regional Crimestoppers Sergeant Greg Thomas visited 41Today to highlight five wanted suspects and discuss the word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media organizations, police departments and other law enforcement agencies in eight Middle Georgia counties to provide anonymous rewards for tips that lead to criminal arrests. Gregernal Smith, male. He’s wanted by the Houston…

Sunny skies return Tuesday

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sunnier conditions will be back for Middle Georgia after a cloudy weekend and start to the week. This Evening Storm activity will subside ahead of suppertime tonight, however expect clouds to linger into the overnight hours. It will be a cooler night with low temperatures expected in the upper 40s and lower 50s, or almost 15…

Man arrested for sexually abusing, grooming child in Wrightsville

According to the news release, between June of 2024 and February of 2025, Holland made contact with a child on four separate occasions and sexually abused the victim.

WRIGHTSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested for aggravated sexual battery of a minor and grooming, according to the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office. 39-year-old Andrew Holland was arrested on March 28 and charged with four counts of aggravated sexual battery on a minor and four counts of grooming of a minor for sexual offense with a child. On March…

Man arrested at Hubbard Elementary School in Monroe County, charges pending

According to the news release, an unauthorized man was found walking on the campus of Hubbard Elementary School on March 31.

MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man was arrested Monday morning after he was found walking on the campus of Hubbard Elementary School, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. According to the news release, an unauthorized man was found walking on the campus of Hubbard Elementary School on March 31. The Hubbard administrative team was notified, and the Monroe…

Severe weather starts the beginning of the new week

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A strong surface cold front extending from another low near Chicago to north Texas will push across the area today, exiting the area by Monday evening. A deep layer of moisture continues to increase across the region today. Expect cloud cover to remain however, some models are indicating a few strong to borderline severe storms are…

Morning Business Report: Trump’s tariffs, Musk sales X, and market woes

President Donald Trump has threatened tariffs on Russian oil, expressing anger at Russian President Vladimir Putin for failing to reach a ceasefire with Ukraine.

(LLILAMAX)- President Donald Trump has threatened tariffs on Russian oil, expressing anger at Russian President Vladimir Putin for failing to reach a ceasefire with Ukraine. Trump also suggested the possibility of secondary tariffs on countries that do business with Russia. Meanwhile, The Wall Street Journal reports that broader tariffs of 20% are back on the table, with those tariffs set…

Trump returns to Washington for busy week amid tariff rollout and controversial comments

The president grabbed headlines by addressing the possibility of seeking a third term, which is prohibited by the Constitution.

(NBC)- President Donald Trump is back in Washington for a busy week, with his massive reciprocal tariff plan set to roll out Wednesday targeting all U.S. trading partners. Trump emphasized that the tariffs would apply universally, stating, “You’d start with all countries.” The president also grabbed headlines by addressing the possibility of seeking a third term, which is prohibited by…

Hollywood Minute: Denzel Washington confirms role in “Black Panther 3”

Ryan Coogler has confirmed Washington's involvement in Marvel's "Black Panther 3."

Back in November, Denzel Washington teased that he would have a role in Black Panther 3, a film Marvel has yet to officially announce. Now, director Ryan Coogler has confirmed Washington’s involvement, sharing his excitement on the Nightcap podcast. “I’ve been dying to work with Denzel,” Coogler said. “I’ve got every intention of working with him on that movie. As…

Trump plans broad reciprocal tariffs, warns of rising prices

President Donald Trump announced that the reciprocal tariffs he plans to unveil Wednesday will apply to all nations.

(CNN)- President Donald Trump announced that the reciprocal tariffs he plans to unveil Wednesday will apply to all nations, expanding beyond the previous focus on countries with the largest trade deficits. This announcement comes after Treasury Secretary’s earlier remarks suggesting that the tariffs would target countries with significant trade imbalances. Trump also emphasized that any trade deal related to the…

Macon attempts Guinness World Record for largest kazoo ensemble

According to Visit Macon, the current record is 5,190 participants, set in London in 2011.

(Photo Credit: Godfrey Hall/41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Hundreds gathered Friday at the Atrium Health Amphitheater with kazoos in hand to attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the largest kazoo ensemble. According to Visit Macon, the current record is 5,190 participants, set in London in 2011. Admission was originally $5, free for children, and later made free for everyone…

Carl Vinson VA Medical Center launches Medical Foster Home Program for veterans

he program provides an alternative to traditional nursing home care for veterans who require assistance.

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center is seeking help for its newly launched “Medical Foster Home Program,” a national initiative that allows veterans to live in a home-like environment while maintaining their independence. The program provides an alternative to traditional nursing home care for veterans who require assistance. Joanie Oxley, a licensed clinical social worker with…

Piedmont Macon surgeon performs 1,000 robotic gallbladder surgeries, changing lives

Dr. John Williams has performed 1,000 successful robotic gallbladder surgeries and says he’s not stopping anytime soon.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Gallbladder surgery is a major procedure, and Piedmont Macon is celebrating 1,000 successful robotic gallbladder surgeries. Dr. John Williams has performed 1,000 successful robotic gallbladder surgeries and says he’s not stopping anytime soon. Dr. Williams of Piedmont Macon said the robotic program has changed many lives. He credits advancements in technology for making a world of…

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office seeks help identifying suspects in Freedom Park burglary

On March 27, three masked individuals broke into the concession stand at Freedom Park, 3301 Roff Avenue, after 11 p.m.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help identifying suspects involved in a commercial burglary at Freedom Park Recreation Center, according to a news release. The Sheriff’s Office said the incident was reported to the Macon-Bibb Emergency 911 Center at 12:09 p.m. on March 28. On March 27, three masked individuals broke into…