41NBC’s Bill Shanks sat down with Peach County Trojans head coach Marquis Westbrook to discuss their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports Tags: high school football, Perry High School Panthers Football
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Scattered thunderstorms are once again expected. Coverage may not be as widespread as yesterday with a shortwave moving out of the Ohio Valley and a modest ridge on top of the coverage area. No significant airmass changes are expected through Saturday, so we are likely to see the same conditions for Saturday as well. Thunderstorms could…
GAINESVILLE, Florida – The summer heat is on and it’s getting hotter and deadlier. Kids are among the most vulnerable. From the playground to football practice, extreme temperatures can turn dangerous — fast. Fires, floods, hurricanes and tornado’s — all dangerous — but extreme heat kills more people in the U.S. than any other weather event. Last year at least…
File (June 4, 2025)UPDATE (7/11/2025): Eighteen inmates at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center are facing additional charges in connection to a June 4 incident that left one person dead. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, investigators were notified by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation that further charges have been filed following continued investigation into the case. Several inmates…
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If you’re looking for something to do next Friday, Forsyth is getting festive with its annual Christmas in July celebration. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on July 18 in the Forsyth Main Street parking lot and will feature live music, games for kids, and a variety of local vendors. Kemie Childs,…
(LILAMAX)- Bitcoin investors had a banner day Thursday, as the flagship cryptocurrency surged to a new all-time high, topping $113,000. The rally, driven by a wave of investor confidence in riskier assets, also boosted the value of other major cryptocurrencies including Ether, Solana, and Dogecoin. Bitcoin has now remained above the $100,000 mark for more than 60 consecutive days, with…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is dead after a head-on crash late Thursday night on Rocky Creek Road, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said the crash happened just before 11 p.m. on July 10, when an SUV traveling east crossed into the westbound lane and collided head-on with an 18-wheeler near Jennifer Drive. The driver of…
(NBC)- One week after catastrophic floodwaters tore through Central Texas, President Donald Trump is traveling to the region today to witness the devastation firsthand and meet with survivors, volunteers, and emergency responders. The president tours flood-ravaged areas described as the “broken heart of a national tragedy,” where more than 2,000 first responders and an army of volunteers continue working around…
(LILAMAX)- President Trump issued a new tariff proposal late last night—this time targeting Canada. The plan calls for a 35% tariff on Canadian goods, set to take effect August 1st. In defense and energy news, the Department of Defense announced it will invest $400 million in MP Materials, which operates the only rare earth mine in the United States. Rare…
(CNN)- “Superman,” the latest installment from writer-director James Gunn, hits theaters with a familiar message at its core. While the world may have changed, Gunn insists the Man of Steel has not. “He has always represented goodness and hope and kindness,” Gunn said. “Looking out for people who can’t look out for themselves — in today’s world, that might be…
(CNN)- A recent letter from the White House is raising eyebrows in Washington — with some analysts speculating it may be part of a broader push to remove Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The letter, issued by the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB), concerns planned renovations at the Federal Reserve’s headquarters. It accuses Powell of failing to…
MACON, Georgia – (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia State University officially announced its move from the NAIA to NCAA Division II and entry into the Peach Belt Conference, a milestone expected to significantly impact the institution’s athletic and academic future. MGA President Dr. Christopher Blake and Director of Athletics Michael Brown made the announcement during a gathering at the Peyton Anderson…
41NBC’s Bill Shanks sat down with Houston County Bears head coach Jeremy Edwards to discuss their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports Tags: high school football, Houston County High School
Lamarcus Parker (Photo: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 36-year-old man is facing charges after deputies say he shot another man during an argument on Hillridge Drive Thursday night. According to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office news release, the shooting happened just after 6 p.m. in the 1300 block of Hillridge Drive. Deputies say 36-year-old Lamarcus Parker and…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent is sharing tips to stay safe during the summer heat. Dr. Timothy Griffin from Atrium Health says June, July and August typically bring an increase in the heat index, humidity and overall UV index. Griffin says these conditions can lead to problems with heat exposure, dehydration and impact vulnerable people. Griffin adds that…
(LILAMAX)- Linda Yaccarino is stepping down as CEO of X, the company formerly known as Twitter. Yaccarino was appointed by Elon Musk in May 2023, just months after he acquired the social media platform for $44 billion. In a brief announcement, Yaccarino did not provide a reason for her departure. Musk acknowledged her exit with a simple message posted on…
(CNN)- Days after devastating floods swept through the Texas Hill Country, the community of Kerrville is still grappling with the damage, loss, and a growing demand for answers. Standing well off the banks of the Guadalupe River, the devastation from Friday’s historic flood is still clearly visible. Officials have confirmed at least 120 people are dead, with many more still…
ORLANDO, Florida – In a time when parents are looking for ways to help their children build resilience — some young people are turning to the roots, literally. Studies show that spending time outdoors and participating in community-based solutions can ease stress and reduce anxiety in youth and young adults, especially as they face a world filled with uncertainty. Kate…
(NBC)- President Donald Trump is reigniting global trade tensions with a sweeping new round of tariffs aimed at key U.S. trading partners — a move that’s already drawing sharp criticism at home and abroad. In a series of letters sent to foreign governments, Trump announced new duties ranging from 20% on imports from the Philippines to as high as 50%…
(LILAMAX)- Retailers pulled in $7.9 billion in online sales during the first 24 hours of Amazon Prime Day, according to Adobe Analytics — a nearly 10% jump from last year. Adobe says it’s the biggest e-commerce day of 2025 so far, even surpassing last year’s Thanksgiving Day total of $6.1 billion. Home and outdoor goods were among the most popular…
(CNN)- Netflix has announced that “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery” will have its international debut at the BFI London Film Festival on October 8th. The third installment in Rian Johnson’s Knives Out franchise once again stars Daniel Craig as the sharply observant detective Benoit Blanc. Following the festival premiere, the film will begin streaming on Netflix December…
(CNN)- Imports from Brazil and seven other countries could soon face steep tariffs, according to an announcement from President Donald Trump. The proposed duties — some reaching 50 percent — are set to take effect August 1, unless new trade terms are reached. “It’s gonna be a great thing for our country. I think it’s gonna be a fair thing…
41NBC’s Bill Shanks sat down with Central Chargers head coach Jarrett Laws to discuss their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports Tags: Central High School, high school football
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As we move into the middle of the week and beyond, we retain our pattern of afternoon showers and thunderstorms. However, a stronger shortwave will provide a bit more oomph to the convective coverage for some areas today. A deep layer flow supports a conveyor belt of moisture into the Southeast, and this is reinforced at…