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Trump holds virtual talks with Zelensky ahead of Putin summit

President Donald Trump is holding virtual talks today with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and several European leaders.
Keenan Gibson,

ChatGPT said: (CNN)- President Donald Trump is holding virtual talks today with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and several European leaders, a precursor to his summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin scheduled for Friday. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Trump is “determined to try and end this war and stop the killing,” but significant obstacles remain in reaching a…
Entertainment, Featured

Hollywood Minute: Beyoncé wins Emmy, “K-Pop Demon Hunters” soars, “Only Murders in the Building” returns

Beyoncé adds an Emmy to her record-breaking 35 Grammys.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Beyoncé adds an Emmy to her record-breaking 35 Grammys. The singer won a Primetime Emmy for Costume Design for her Netflix special “Beyoncé Bowl” and is nominated for two more awards at the 77th Annual Creative Arts Emmys, set for September 6th and 7th in Los Angeles. “K-Pop Demon Hunters” is topping both Netflix rankings and the Billboard charts….

Vine Ingle Boys Return Home After Winning U.s. Championship
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Vine Ingle Junior League World Series Champions Welcomed Home in Macon

The Vine Ingle Boys were greeted by families, friends, and more Macon natives as they arrived home from Taylor, Michigan Monday evening
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – The Vine Ingle Junior League Baseball team received a hero’s welcome Monday night after capturing the U.S. championship at the Junior League World Series in Taylor, Michigan. Hundreds of Macon residents gathered at Northway Church to celebrate the Southeastern Georgia champions, who clinched the title Saturday with a thrilling 7-6 walk-off victory over the Southwestern…

Peach County Head Coach Joey Hiller Earns 500th Career Win
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Peach County Softball Coach Earns 500th Career Win

The Lady Trojans softball head coach becomes the 14th head coach in Georgia history to earn that mark
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Peach County Lady Trojans softball head coach Joey Hiller reached a major milestone Tuesday night, earning his 500th career victory in a 20-0 win over Rutland. Hiller is now 500-190 all-time, becoming the 14th head softball coach in Georgia to surpass the 500-win mark. Hiller led the Lady Trojans to the programs first region championship…

Peach County Looks To Build Momentum From 2024 In A Season Opening Rematch With The Raiders
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Peach County Looks to Build Momentum from 2024 in a Season Opening Rematch with the Raiders

The Trojans improved from 4-7 in 2023, to 11-2 and region champions in 2024 in Head Coach Marquis Westbrook's second season
Justin Dierkes,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – After a remarkable turnaround from a 4-7 record in 2023 to an 11-2 season and a region title in 2024, Peach County enters the 2025 campaign with high expectations under third-year head coach Marquis Westbrook. The Trojans will have to replace 22 seniors from last year’s squad, including standout quarterback D.J. Hudson, now at…

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Baldwin County, Featured

Rollout of 6 new electric buses kickstart Baldwin County School District’s green energy push

Eric Little, the Director of Transportation for the Baldwin County School District, says the purchases were made possible by the district receiving a $2 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Clean School Bus Program.
Taylor Gilchrist,

(Photo Credit: Taylor Gilchrist/41NBC)MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Baldwin County School District is working to make transportation healthier for students and other community members. The district has six new electric buses, which are now on the road. Eric Little, the Director of Transportation for the Baldwin County School District, says the new buses are helping the district cut down on…
Featured, Local News, Peach County

Two more men convicted in 2022 Fort Valley shooting that killed toddler, injured sister

The shooting at Lakeview Apartments killed 23-month-old Marcus Ball Jr. and injured his 12-month-old sister.
Tucker Sargent,

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Peach County jury has convicted two men of murder in the 2022 shooting death of a 23-month-old boy and the injury of his 12-month-old sister at a Fort Valley apartment complex, according to the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office. On Friday, August 8, jurors found Jabari Thomas and Wontazious Bivins guilty of malice…

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Featured, Local News, Weather

Scattered storms continue Wednesday

Aaron Lowery,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Another round of scattered storms is likely Wednesday afternoon. This Evening Storm activity hasn’t been too widespread thus far this afternoon, however that could change through the evening and into tonight. Severe storms are not expected however the strongest ones may have decent wind gusts. Wind will largely flow from the south-southwest heading into tonight around…

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Featured, Houston County, Local News

David Perdue Elementary collecting nutritional drinks in memory of two students lost to cancer

Since 2016, the drive has donated more than 12,300 bottles of Boost and Ensure to the Cancer Care Center.
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

David Perdue Elementary school donation drive (Photo: 41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – David Perdue Elementary School is holding its annual donation drive for nutritional drinks, such as Boost and Ensure, in honor of two students, McKenzie Brooks and Aiden Rozier, who died from cancer. David Perdue Elementary School Principal Dr. Andy Payne says this drive is not only to…

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Bibb County deputies seek tips in 1996 Barbara Crenshaw homicide

Deputies say the 39-year-old’s body was found in Echeconee Creek on March 19, 1996, and no arrests have been made.
Tucker Sargent,

Barbara Crenshaw (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in solving the 1996 homicide of 39-year-old Barbara Crenshaw, whose body was found in Echeconee Creek in south Bibb County on March 19, 1996. According to a sheriff’s office news release, deputies said Crenshaw was last seen in the…
Featured, Laurens County, Local News

Dublin VA hosting Red Cross blood drive on Friday

The blood drive is an opportunity to save lives and avenue to meet people in the community.
Denise Turner,

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center is hosting a Red Cross blood drive at the medical center. Michael Catoe, Center for Development and Civic Engagement (CDCE) and Coordinator for the Event said this blood drive is a great avenue to serve the community while getting to know them. “It’s just a good connections between us and…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Four suspects charged in Middle Georgia cargo theft ring

Anyone with information is urged to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-751-7500 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68-CRIME.
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT) – Four men have been arrested in connection with an ongoing cargo theft investigation involving stolen trailers loaded with electronics, appliances and other merchandise, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. On December 4, 2024, a 911 call reported two semi-trailers missing from Forest Park, Georgia, with GPS showing their location in Macon. Deputies found one trailer on…
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Tech Report: AOL to end dial-up service as Tesla, Apple and Intel make headlines

It’s the end of an era for AOL.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)-  After more than 30 years of connecting people to the internet through its iconic dial-up service, AOL has announced it will officially discontinue the service and its dialer software on September 30. The company says the change will not impact any of its other offerings. In the electric vehicle industry, Tesla is setting its sights on large-scale production of…
Bibb County, Featured, Local News

UPDATE: Arrest made in stabbing that left man hospitalized

Bibb County deputies are investigating a stabbing that left a man critically injured late Monday night.
Keenan Gibson,

UPDATE (8/12/2025 – 9:20 a.m.) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has made an arrest in connection with an aggravated assault that happened late Monday night in Macon. Deputies responded to a home in the 3800 block of Tela Place at 10:44 p.m. on August 11 after receiving a report of a person cut. When they arrived, they found a…
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Crimestoppers seeking man wanted for child molestation in Twiggs 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).
Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sgt. Greg Thomas of Macon Regional Crimestoppers appeared on 41Today to spotlight five individuals wanted by law enforcement agencies in Middle Georgia and to share the organization’s word of the day. Crimestoppers partners with media outlets and law enforcement in eight Middle Georgia counties, offering anonymous rewards for tips that lead to arrests. The following individuals…

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Restaurant Report Card: Middle Georgia Food service inspection scores August 4-8

The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, August 4 and Friday, August 8.
Tucker Sargent,

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, August 4 and Friday, August 8. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…
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Trump deploys National Guard to Washington, D.C. in public safety emergency crackdown

Hundreds of National Guard troops are expected to deploy on the streets of Washington, D.C., starting today.
Keenan Gibson,

(NBC)-Following an unprecedented order from President Trump, hundreds of National Guard troops are expected to deploy on the streets of Washington, D.C., starting today, according to a White House official. The move aims to crack down on crime in the nation’s capital. President Trump announced the declaration of a public safety emergency in D.C., stating, “We’re declaring a public safety…
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Morning Business Report: US-China trade deal delayed, Ford invests $2 billion in electric vehicles, Claire’s faces store closures

The United States and China have agreed to delay their trade deal deadline by another 90 days.
Keenan Gibson,

(LILAMAX)- The United States and China have agreed to delay their trade deal deadline by another 90 days. The original deadline was set for today, August 12th. Had the deadline not been extended, U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods would have increased to the levels seen back in April. The two countries last met in Sweden last month and expressed optimism…
Entertainment, Featured

Hollywood Mintue: Martin Scorsese shares Taxi Driver studio struggles, Shrek 5 delayed

Martin Scorsese recently opened up about his struggles with the studio and the Motion Picture Association of America during the making of his classic film Taxi Driver.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN)- Martin Scorsese recently opened up about his struggles with the studio and the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) during the making of his classic film Taxi Driver. In a revealing clip from the upcoming five-part documentary Mister Scorsese, the acclaimed filmmaker recalls a tense moment when his frustrations nearly boiled over. “Marty was very upset,” Scorsese said. “I…
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US and China delay trade deal deadline

The United States and China have agreed to push back today’s self-imposed deadline for reaching a trade deal.
Keenan Gibson,

(CNN) – The United States and China have agreed to push back today’s self-imposed deadline for reaching a trade deal, allowing current tariff rates to remain in place for another 90 days as negotiations continue. President Donald Trump expressed optimism about the ongoing talks, saying, “They’ve been dealing quite nicely. The relationship is very good with President, with President Xi…

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Featured, Weather

Seasonal temperatures return by midweek as showers increase

Karen Williams,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Expect another round of low morning clouds, as well as scattered to widespread showers and a few storms. The extended forecast continues with afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms expected each day. Temperatures also climb back to near seasonal norms by Thursday/Friday with highs back to near 90 north to the mid 90s across  Middle Georgia….

Northeast Raiders Open 2025 Season With High Expectations Taking On Peach County In 2024 Rematch
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Northeast Raiders Open 2025 Season With High Expectations Taking on Peach County in 2024 rematch

The Raiders are coming off a 12-3 season where they fell short in the GHSA A D-1 State Championship, taking on the Peach County Trojans in our Week One Game of the Week
Justin Dierkes,

MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – When it comes to Middle Georgia high school football, few programs have proven themselves more recently than the Northeast Raiders. The boys from the east side are coming off their first-ever GHSA Class A Division I state championship appearance in school history and are hungry to return. The Raiders approach the 2025 season without 13…

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Bibb County, Featured, Local News

Macon-Bibb residents asked to weigh in on housing needs, affordability

Officials say the results could shape zoning and policy changes in Macon-Bibb County.
Fiona King,

MACON BIBB COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSIONMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Over the past few years, the Macon-Bibb County Planning and Zoning Commission has been flooded with new development requests. As the demand for housing grows, the commission wants to re-evaluate current housing conditions to better plan for the future of Macon over the next 25 years. “If you’re not growing,…

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Featured, Health, Laurens County, Local News

Dublin City Schools’ on-site clinic cuts absences, serves nearly 500 students

The Irish Health Clinic offers vaccines, physicals, and other medical services without students missing school.
Bre'Anna Sheffield,

Dublin GA Irish Healthcare (photo:41NBC/Bre’Anna Sheffield)DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Dublin schools have been working on methods, tactics and innovative resources to address the nationwide attendance epidemic. Most recently, the Dublin district opened an on-site health clinic that allows students to receive medical services without having to miss class. Since opening in January, the clinic has served almost 500 students with…