MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures are expected to reach the upper 90s and low triple digits Tuesday afternoon, however storms could help some spots cool down. This Evening A partly cloudy afternoon has already seen some decent storm activity around Middle Georgia. More isolated to scattered storms and showers will remain possible through the evening and into tonight. Nothing severe…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Sgt. Greg Thomas of Macon Regional Crimestoppers appeared on 41Today to spotlight five individuals currently 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…
UPDATE (7/21/25): The GBI has identified 26-year-old Christopher J. Martin-Holmes of Conley as the man killed in Friday night’s shootout with a Twiggs County deputy. Investigators say Martin-Holmes fired at the deputy after crashing during a high-speed chase. The deputy returned fire. A second man, 23-year-old Phillip Ellison Jr. of Ellenwood, was arrested and faces felony charges. No officers were…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bibb County Schools started the new year Monday by welcoming incoming teachers and staff with an orientation session designed to prepare them for the classroom. Teachers learned about topics ranging from curriculum and classroom management to benefits and district expectations. During a new teacher and employee orientation, Bibb County Superintendent Dr. Dan Sims welcomed the group…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is in stable condition following an assault and vehicle hijacking Monday morning, the Warner Robins Police Department said. The incident occurred at 9:50 a.m. July 21 on Meadowdale Drive. 50-year-old Charlie Haslem was giving a ride to 25-year-old Tameisha Carter and 62-year-old Neal Speer when Carter allegedly attacked Haslem with a box cutter….
(LILAMAX) – Companies like IBM and Klarna are among the few being transparent about artificial intelligence replacing human roles. While AI is increasingly impacting the workforce, most companies continue to frame job cuts using terms like “restructuring,” “reorganization,” or “optimization.” Business analysts say few are willing to openly admit AI is taking over human jobs. In other tech news, Blackstone…
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A massive drug bust across the Atlanta metro area has resulted in 21 arrests and the seizure of illegal narcotics worth more than $5 million. On July 17th, officers with the Perry Police Department and Houston County Sheriff’s Office executed search warrants at nine homes. The coordinated operation was the result of a months-long investigation…
(LILAMAX) – European Union envoys are preparing to meet as early as this week to craft a response to proposed U.S. tariffs, according to Bloomberg. The bloc’s leaders reportedly favor continuing negotiations with Washington in hopes of reaching a resolution before next month’s deadline. The U.S. is said to be pushing for a near-universal tariff of over 10% on European…
(CNN)- Sony is pressing pause—briefly—on the highly anticipated next chapter in its hit animated franchise. “Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse”, the third installment in the Spider-Verse saga, is now scheduled to hit theaters on June 25, 2027, three weeks later than originally planned. The new date aligns with a time when more schoolchildren are on summer break, potentially boosting box office…
(NBC) – President Donald Trump is marking six months into his second term by spotlighting what he calls key wins—while facing lingering controversy over the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case. “We hit a lot of home runs, and we’re going to keep hitting them,” Trump said, pointing to recent legislative victories, including the passage of a massive tax and…
UPDATE: The family of JaNiecea Smith has started a GoFundMe page to help provide for her four daughters, ages 5 through 8. UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says one of the drivers involved in a head-on crash early Saturday has died. According to an updated news release, 28-year-old JaNiecea Iman Smith died at the hospital. The second driver’s condition…
MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Former First Presbyterian Day School coach and physical education teacher Philip McLeroy, affectionately known as “Coach Mac,” has passed away following a battle with stage four bladder cancer. He was 86. A Crawford County native, McLeroy made a lasting impact at FPD, serving as the school’s first head football coach. He led the Vikings to…
41NBC’s Bill Shanks sat down with East Laurens Falcons head coach Jesse Hicks to discuss their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports Tags: East Laurens Falcons, highschool football
(Photo Credit: Fiona King /41NBC)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As families gear up for a new school year, local organizations like the Salvation Army of Greater Macon are helping to ease the burden of back-to-school shopping for many households. The organization, in collaboration with Walmart, hosted its annual “Stuff the Bus” school supply drive, where members of the Salvation Army and…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Temperatures will climb into the upper 90s and triple digits across Middle Georgia this weekend. This Evening Partly sunny skies will give way to mostly clear conditions through the evening and into tonight. A few spotty storms are possible, however most of the region will stay dry. Expect light wind from the southwest around 5 mph…
ORLANDO, Florida – Raising environmentally responsible kids isn’t just about recycling — it’s about results. A global movement that started by two college kids is now teaching children around the world to take real eco-action, from growing food to planting trees. Sixty-three thousand trees planted. Forty-eight thousand volunteers. Sixty-eight school gardens in 33 countries. This isn’t just an environmental movement,…
(LILAMAX) – Streaming giant Netflix reported strong growth in subscribers, helping to push its net income past $3 billion. The company also raised its 2025 revenue forecast. Analysts say much of the success comes from its lower-priced $7.99 monthly plan, which attracted viewers who may have been deterred by the $24.99 ad-free option. Netflix’s most-watched show was Adolescence, racking up…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an aggravated assault that occurred early this morning near a downtown bar. Deputies responded to the area near Daisy Tequila & Margarita Bar on Cherry Street just before 3 a.m. following reports of gunshots. When they arrived, they found a 49-year-old man suffering from a head injury. Authorities say the…
(LILAMAX)- It’s a challenging season for the U.S. housing market, as homebuilders continue to face headwinds. Builder confidence has remained in negative territory for 15 straight months, prompting more aggressive sales strategies. According to the National Association of Home Builders, 38% of builders reported cutting home prices in July — the highest level since the group began tracking the metric…
(CNN) – The White House has confirmed that President Donald Trump is living with a condition called chronic venous insufficiency — a vein disorder that causes periodic swelling in the lower legs, especially around the ankles. Officials and medical experts stress the condition is not alarming. “It’s basically not alarming information, and it’s not surprising,” said Dr. Jeremy Faust, Assistant…
MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – One year after a breakout run to the RBI World Series, the Macon Nike RBI 15U baseball team has returned to the Southeastern Regional Tournament with high hopes and even higher expectations. The program, representing one of the smallest markets in the RBI (Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities) initiative, made waves last season after capturing…
41NBC’s Bill Shanks sat down with West Laurens Raiders head coach Kip Burdette to discuss their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports Tags: highschool football, West Laurens Raiders Football
MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Multiple suspects are in custody after the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office arrests 15 in ‘Operation Fall Guy’. Investigators say the operation began in March, geared toward stopping individuals they say were stealing from businesses and residents. According to the Sheriff’s Office, there were 14 identified victims in this case with a total of 272 checks…
Tommy Thomason (Photo: Monroe County Sheriff’s Office)MONROE COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man accused of scamming someone out of $35,000 in a fake land sale was arrested on Monday during an undercover operation in Monroe County, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say they began investigating after being notified of a possible land scam earlier that day. After…