Move-in Day Mafia helps former foster kids get settled into college
Many teens who were in the foster care system get to college with almost nothing and with no support system. That's where the Move-in Day Mafia steps in to make what may be the teen's first room of their own feel like home.
Good Samaritan saves man's home after FOX 5 I-Team report
Two years ago, the FOX 5 I-Team shared the heartbreaking story of a man whose home burned to the ground. His contractor was paid to restore it but never did. Well, another contractor who was watching FOX 5 couldn't live with that.
Walmart, Sam's Club provide 1.2M meals to people in need in metro Atlanta in 2023
In the United States, many families struggle to secure nutritious food. In Georgia, that includes 1 in 10 children who go to bed hungry each night, according to the Atlanta Community Food Bank.
Flat Shoals Elementary students receive new shoes thanks to Thomas Breads
Nearly 200 students at Flat Shoals Elementary are now walking in new shoes, thanks to a large donation from Thomas Breads and Operation Warm.
Cobb County teen distributes 50 sensory kits to Marietta PD for Eagle Scout project
A Cobb County teenager and Marietta High School student is being recognized for distributing sensory kits to the Marietta Police Department.
Atlanta Hawks, YMCA announce transformative jersey patch partnership
In a significant collaboration, the YMCA of Metro Atlanta and the Atlanta Hawks have unveiled a multi-year partnership, marking the Y as the Official Jersey Patch Partner of the Atlanta Hawks.
Florida dog with severely matted fur gets life-changing spa day
Loretta's fur was so matted she could not walk on her own.
Inaugural Westside Stride seeks to highlight walkability, bikeability of the area
Yesterday, organizers launched the inaugural Westside Stride, turning Howell Mill Road into a car-free, family-friendly street festival.
Susan G. Komen Georgia's MORE THAN PINK Walk raises $755K
The annual Susan G. Komen Georgia MORE THAN PINK Walk, held at Lenox Square, saw an impressive turnout of over 6,000 attendees.
Family rescues pig stranded 2 miles offshore in Hawaii
The rescue operation lasted nearly an hour.
Georgia veteran gets new home thanks to PulteGroup, Operation Homefront
A Georgia veteran and his family have a new home thanks to the nonprofit Operation Homefront.
Usher attends annual UNL Disruptive Summit to help young people
Grammy Award winner Usher was on hand Thursday at the annual Usher's New Look Disruptivator Summit at Georgia State.
FBLA national conference in Atlanta hosts 14K students and educators
Downtown Atlanta bustled this week with the Future Business Leaders of America's national conference. Most of American business is small business. And business success doesn’t happen by accident. It has to be cultivated. FBLA taps young people early teaching them about leadership, networking and competition.
Thousands participate in run at Piedmont Park to raise money for HBCU students
Thousands of runners hit the streets on Saturday morning to help send students to historically Black colleges and universities.
Metro Atlanta mom credits Children's Hospital with 11 year old's recovery after near-fatal crash
A young girl and her mother have made it their mission to give back after a near-fatal crash left her with injuries doctors at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta say only half of all people survive.
Shaq, Atlanta athletes give back to area youth
NBA Legend Shaquille O’Neal and the sheriff's office had two big events all aimed at helping families and strengthening relationships with youth.
Bikers turn out for Henry County Sheriff's Office's Ride 4 Unity
Nearly 1,000 bikers turned out on Saturday for the third annual Ride 4 Unity in Locust Grove.
6 things homeowners insurance does not cover
Here are six items that most folks think might be covered, but in many cases, they are not.
Pennsylvania man wins 2nd $50,000 lottery prize from same scratch-off game
What’s better than winning the lottery? Winning the lottery twice in one month.
E-sports facility unveiled at North Atlanta High School
The APS E-Sports pipeline program is made possible by a partnership with Elite Gaming LIVE.