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Decision 2024: Meet Joshua Lewis, candidate for Georgia House District 134, Republican Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 134 election. Joshua Lewis and Robert Dickey are…
Rain and thunderstorms in the forecast today
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Good morning, everyone! This morning, we're starting off with a few showers across Middle Georgia. Don't forget to bring your rain gear as you start…
HIGHLIGHTS: Stratford Wins GIAA AAAA Boys Soccer State Championship
MACON, Georgia - (41NBC/WMGT) - Under the lights at Stratford Academy, the 17-0-1 Eagles won their first GIAA AAAA State Championship since 2013 over the 12-6 St. Anne Pacelli Vikings…
NewTown Macon celebrates 2024 Great American Main Street Award
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - NewTown Macon has won the 2024 Great American Main Street Award for excellence in downtown revitalization. The award recognizes the organization's efforts in…
Miss Macon to host 14th Annual Mentors and Manners Tea Party
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 14th Annual Mentors and Manners Tea Party with Miss Georgia is set for May 26. Everyone is invited to attend…
Picnic in the Park Food Truck Festival happening this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Picnic in the Park Food Truck Festival will be May 11 at Carolyn Crayton Park. The family-friendly event will be from 11…
Sunny Mother's Day weekend up next for Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Middle Georgia will get a weekend of sunshine and below average temperatures following Thursday's violent storms. This Evening Clouds will slowly work to…
Local florist filling last minute Mother's Day orders for mothers across Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Florists like, Lawrence Mayer Florist, have a team of workers putting together last minute flower arrangements for Mother's Day…
50th anniversary of Hank Aaron's record-breaking 715th home run to be celebrated at Georgia Sports Hall of Fame
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The 50th anniversary of Hank Aaron's record-breaking 715th home run will be celebrated Saturday…
Decision 2024: Meet Robert Dickey, candidate for Georgia House District 134, Republican Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 134 election. Joshua Lewis and Robert Dickey are…
Rain is gone! Time for a beautiful Mother's Day weekend!
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Today, a cold front will sweep through Georgia, ushering in gusty winds and drier conditions. Anticipate wind speeds ranging from 10 to…
Macon Volunteer Clinic is looking for doctors to help serve Middle Georgia patients
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Volunteer Clinic is seeking the help of doctors with specialties in areas such as Gynecology, Optometry, and…
Houston County Ready for Rematch in Final Four
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia - (41NBC/WMGT) - The Houston County Bears Baseball team is no stranger to success. Since winning their first ever State Championship back in 2014, the…
Macon-Bibb EMA shares safety tips when severe weather hits
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Drivers faced an uneasy commute on Thursday afternoon as severe weather moved through Middle Georgia. Heavy rains, strong winds, and thunderstorms caused wet…
Perry Police looking for wanted man
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Perry Police Department needs your help finding a wanted man. According to a recent Facebook post by the department, they're looking for 21-year-old Marquavious Manning.…
UPDATE: Highway 49 in Byron open again after 'major fuel spill'
UPDATE - (8:03 p.m.) - According to an update on the Byron Police Department Facebook page, Highway 49 is open again. ORIGINAL STORY (6 p.m.): BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A "major fuel spill" Thursday afternoon led to the closure of…
Washington County deputies make nine arrests in multi-day contraband operation
SANDERSVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Nine people are now in custody after the Washington County Sheriff's Office says its deputies seized seven pounds of marijuana, two pounds…
Baldwin County receives 2024 CHIP grant worth $500K
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Baldwin County has received a $500,000 Community Home Investment Program (CHIP) grant from Georgia's Department of Community Affairs. According to a Baldwin County news…
Fog in the area this morning, Stray storms this afternoon!
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Good morning, everyone! Today's weather is starting off with a few showers across Middle Georgia, so make sure to grab your rain…
Macon Regional Crimestoppers searching for suspected criminals
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,…
Macon pastors prepare for Celebrity Chef Cook-Off
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – YouthUp, Inc. is partnering with local pastors to host the annual Celebrity Chef Cook-Off. Pastors from Macon and a "Mystery Chef" are competing for the…
Dublin Police seek public's help in identifying suspect(s) in fatal hit-and-run
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The Dublin Police Department needs your help with information leading to the arrest of the person or people responsible for a…
Decision 2024: Meet Joshua Lewis, candidate for Georgia House District 134, Republican Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 134 election. Joshua Lewis and Robert Dickey are…
Rain and thunderstorms in the forecast today
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Good morning, everyone! This morning, we're starting off with a few showers across Middle Georgia. Don't forget to bring your rain gear as you start…
NewTown Macon celebrates 2024 Great American Main Street Award
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - NewTown Macon has won the 2024 Great American Main Street Award for excellence in downtown revitalization. The award recognizes the organization's efforts in…
Miss Macon to host 14th Annual Mentors and Manners Tea Party
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 14th Annual Mentors and Manners Tea Party with Miss Georgia is set for May 26. Everyone is invited to attend…
Picnic in the Park Food Truck Festival happening this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Picnic in the Park Food Truck Festival will be May 11 at Carolyn Crayton Park. The family-friendly event will be from 11…
Sunny Mother's Day weekend up next for Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Middle Georgia will get a weekend of sunshine and below average temperatures following Thursday's violent storms. This Evening Clouds will slowly work to…
Local florist filling last minute Mother's Day orders for mothers across Middle Georgia
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Florists like, Lawrence Mayer Florist, have a team of workers putting together last minute flower arrangements for Mother's Day…
50th anniversary of Hank Aaron's record-breaking 715th home run to be celebrated at Georgia Sports Hall of Fame
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The 50th anniversary of Hank Aaron's record-breaking 715th home run will be celebrated Saturday…
Decision 2024: Meet Robert Dickey, candidate for Georgia House District 134, Republican Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 134 election. Joshua Lewis and Robert Dickey are…
Rain is gone! Time for a beautiful Mother's Day weekend!
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Today, a cold front will sweep through Georgia, ushering in gusty winds and drier conditions. Anticipate wind speeds ranging from 10 to…
Macon Volunteer Clinic is looking for doctors to help serve Middle Georgia patients
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Macon Volunteer Clinic is seeking the help of doctors with specialties in areas such as Gynecology, Optometry, and…
Macon-Bibb EMA shares safety tips when severe weather hits
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Drivers faced an uneasy commute on Thursday afternoon as severe weather moved through Middle Georgia. Heavy rains, strong winds, and thunderstorms caused wet…
Perry Police looking for wanted man
PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Perry Police Department needs your help finding a wanted man. According to a recent Facebook post by the department, they're looking for 21-year-old Marquavious Manning.…
UPDATE: Highway 49 in Byron open again after 'major fuel spill'
UPDATE - (8:03 p.m.) - According to an update on the Byron Police Department Facebook page, Highway 49 is open again. ORIGINAL STORY (6 p.m.): BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - A "major fuel spill" Thursday afternoon led to the closure of…
Macon Regional Crimestoppers searching for suspected criminals
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,…
Macon pastors prepare for Celebrity Chef Cook-Off
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – YouthUp, Inc. is partnering with local pastors to host the annual Celebrity Chef Cook-Off. Pastors from Macon and a "Mystery Chef" are competing for the…
Decision 2024: Meet Joshua Lewis, candidate for Georgia House District 134, Republican Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 134 election. Joshua Lewis and Robert Dickey are…
Miss Macon to host 14th Annual Mentors and Manners Tea Party
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The 14th Annual Mentors and Manners Tea Party with Miss Georgia is set for May 26. Everyone is invited to attend…
Picnic in the Park Food Truck Festival happening this weekend
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Picnic in the Park Food Truck Festival will be May 11 at Carolyn Crayton Park. The family-friendly event will be from 11…
50th anniversary of Hank Aaron's record-breaking 715th home run to be celebrated at Georgia Sports Hall of Fame
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - The 50th anniversary of Hank Aaron's record-breaking 715th home run will be celebrated Saturday…
Decision 2024: Meet Robert Dickey, candidate for Georgia House District 134, Republican Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Republican candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 134 election. Joshua Lewis and Robert Dickey are…
Macon Startup Week aiming to boost local entrepreneurship
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – SparkMacon in collaboration with Score Middle Georgia and Startup Macon is hosting Macon Startup Week to help local entrepreneurs. Startup Week will have free events…
Son fatally shoots his father during domestic dispute in Houston County
HOUSTON COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A son shot and killed his father during a domestic dispute in Houston County, according to the Houston County Sheriff's…
Macon, Atlanta, Savannah passenger rail restoration in planning phase, officials say
FLOVILLA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Leaders and officials gathered at the Central Corridor Coalition meeting on Wednesday to discuss the possibility of restoring passenger rail service…
UPDATE: House quickly rejects Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's effort to remove Speaker Johnson from office
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hardline Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene stunned colleagues Wednesday calling for a vote to oust Speaker Mike Johnson, but lawmakers quickly rejected it. Greene pressed ahead with her long-shot effort despite pushback from Republicans at the highest levels…
Bike Walk Macon prepares for month of events
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Bike Walk Macon is celebrating Bike Walk Month with a full month of community events. "We have plenty of free things that you can…
Decision 2024: Meet Phyllis Tufts Hightower, candidate for Georgia House District 149, Democratic Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Democratic candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 149 election. Floyd Griffin and Phyllis Tufts…
Man arrested in Macon for trafficking methamphetamine
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Bibb County man was arrested for trafficking methamphetamine in Macon, following a drug investigation by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI). 32-year-old Tavish Faulks…
Local dealership offering free pet adoptions
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Hutchinson Mitsubishi is partnering with the Houston County Humane Society to offer free pet adoptions on May 18. The event will be at the Hutchinson Mitsubishi…
Decision 2024: Meet Floyd Griffin, candidate for Georgia House District 149, Democratic Primary
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Two Democratic candidates are qualified for the upcoming Georgia House District 149 election. Floyd Griffin and Phyllis Tufts Hightower…
Bike Walk Macon celebrating Macon Bike Walk Month
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Bike Walk Macon is celebrating its annual Macon Bike Walk Month for the month of May with various events all month long and is…
Five Georgia High School seniors to receive free laptops through giveaway
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Farah and Farah will be giving away free laptops to five Georgia High School seniors through their Empowering Greatness Scholarship program. Alex…
UPDATE: House quickly rejects Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's effort to remove Speaker Johnson from office
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hardline Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene stunned colleagues Wednesday calling for a vote to oust Speaker Mike Johnson, but lawmakers quickly rejected it. Greene pressed ahead with her long-shot effort despite pushback from Republicans at the highest levels…
Judge in Trump's classified documents case cancels May trial date; no new date set
WASHINGTON (AP) — The federal judge in Florida presiding over the classified documents prosecution of former President Donald Trump has canceled the May 20 trial date, postponing it indefinitely. The order from U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon had been expected in light of still-unresolved…
Powell likely to signal that lower inflation is needed before Fed would cut rates
WASHINGTON (AP) — After three straight hotter-than-expected inflation reports, Federal Reserve officials have turned more cautious about the prospect of interest rate cuts this year. The big question, after they end their latest policy meeting Wednesday, will be: Will they still…
Florida's 6-week abortion ban takes effect as doctors worry women will lose access to health care
BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — Florida's ban on most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, before many women even know they are pregnant, went into effect Wednesday, and some doctors are concerned that women in the state will no longer…
The botched FAFSA rollout leaves students in limbo. Some wonder if their college dreams will survive
WASHINGTON (AP) — The last thing standing between Ashnaelle Bijoux and her college dream is the FAFSA form — a financial aid application that's supposed to help students go to college, but is blocking her instead. She has tried to submit it…
United Methodists repeal longstanding ban on LGBTQ clergy
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — United Methodist delegates repealed their church’s longstanding ban on LGBTQ clergy with no debate on Wednesday, removing a rule forbidding “self-avowed practicing homosexuals” from being ordained or appointed as ministers. Delegates voted 692-51 at their General Conference — the first…
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene vows to force a vote next week on ousting House Speaker Mike Johnson
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said Wednesday she would call a vote next week on ousting House Speaker Mike Johnson, forcing her colleagues to choose sides in a difficult showdown after Democratic leaders announced they would provide the votes to save the…
UPDATE: 3 law officers killed, 5 others wounded trying to serve warrant in North Carolina, authorities say
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Three law enforcement officers serving a warrant for a felon wanted for possessing a firearm were killed and five other officers were wounded Monday in a shootout at a Charlotte, North Carolina, home, police said. The…
Man set himself on fire outside of courthouse of Trump trial
NEW YORK (AP) - Emergency crews rushed away a person on a stretcher after fire was extinguished outside the Manhattan courthouse where jury selection was taking place Friday in Donald Trump's hush money criminal case. NBC News reports a man…
Allman Brothers Band co-founder and legendary guitarist Dickey Betts dies at 80
Guitar legend Dickey Betts, who co-founded the Allman Brothers Band and wrote their biggest hit, “Ramblin’ Man,” has died. He was 80. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer died at his home in Osprey, Florida, David Spero, Betts’ manager…
1 dead and 14 injured after semitrailer intentionally crashed into Texas public safety office
BRENHAM, Texas (AP) — A Texas semitrailer driver rammed a stolen 18-wheeler into a public safety building where his renewal for a commercial driver’s license had been rejected, killing one person and injuring 13 others, authorities said Friday. The driver…
OJ Simpson, fallen football hero acquitted of murder in 'trial of the century,' dies at 76
LAS VEGAS (AP) — O.J. Simpson, the decorated football superstar and Hollywood actor who was acquitted of charges he killed his former wife and her friend but later found liable in a separate civil trial, has died. He was 76. Simpson's…
Speaker Johnson to meet with Trump, offers Marjorie Taylor Greene advisory role as own job teeters
WASHINGTON (AP) — His job on the line, House Speaker Mike Johnson is dashing to Florida to meet with Donald Trump this week and has offered far-right Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene a seat on his own “kitchen cabinet” as he…
Cheers in Mexico as moon begins passing over sun
WATCH LIVE. A total solar eclipse crossing North America is darkening skies along a path through Mexico, the United States and Canada. Totality will last up to 4 minutes, 28 seconds in certain spots. The first location in continental…
Earthquake shakes New York City area
NEW YORK (AP) — An earthquake shook the densely populated New York City metropolitan area Friday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey said, with residents reporting they felt rumbling across the Eastern Seaboard. The agency reported a quake with a preliminary…
Louis Gossett Jr., 1st Black man to win supporting actor Oscar, dies at 87
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar and an Emmy winner for his role in the seminal TV miniseries “Roots,” has died. He was 87. Gossett's first cousin Neal L. Gossett told The Associated…
Former Sen. Joe Lieberman, Democrats’ VP pick in 2000, dead at 82
NEW YORK (AP) — Former U.S. Sen. Joe Lieberman of Connecticut, who nearly won the vice presidency on the Democratic ticket with Al Gore in the disputed 2000 election and who almost became Republican John McCain's running mate eight years later, has died,…
Cargo ship hits Baltimore’s Key Bridge, bringing it down. At least 7 people believed to be in water
BALTIMORE (AP) — A major bridge in Baltimore snapped and collapsed after a container ship rammed into it early Tuesday, and several vehicles fell into the river below. Rescuers were searching for at least seven people in the water. The…
