Where is Brian? Search for person of interest continues after Gabby Petito’s death ruled a homicide
North Port police said search crews will once again comb through the 25,000-acre Carlton Reserve in Venice to track down Brian, the sole person of interest in the case.
Two children hospitalized in Union City apartment fire
Two young children have been rushed to the hospital after a fire broke out in their bedroom at a Union City apartment complex.
City of Atlanta employees to undergo LGBTQ cultural humility training
All City of Atlanta employees - including police officers, contractors, and Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms herself - will be required to undergo LGBTQ cultural humility training.
Two children hurt in Union City apartment fire
Two children have been rushed to Grady Memorial Hospital after a fire broke out in their room in the Union City apartment complex.
Forsyth County teacher charged with indecent exposure in Florida
The Forsyth County middle school teacher and basketball coach reportedly admitted to Florida deputies that he exposed himself to people, saying that "he and his wife have not had much ‘alone time’ and he ‘made a bad choice.’”
FBI director: COVID-19, police staffing problems create 'combustible mix' for Atlanta crime
The director of the FBI says the rise of crime in Atlanta can be attributed to the impact of COVID-19 and the virus's effect on unemployment, inmate releases, and police staffing challenges.
FBI director addresses rise in crime in Atlanta
FBI Director Christopher Wray says the rise in crime in Atlanta is connected to the impact of COVID-19 including unemployment, inmate releases, and staffing challenges in police departments.
Bus vandalized at kids club in East Atlanta
Bus at kids club vandalized. Executive Director says it's the latest in a string of problems they've had during the pandemic.
Georgia couple dies just days apart after being diagnosed with COVID-19
A family is grieving the loss of a couple who passed away just days apart. Family members say Leroy and Lisa Johnson both died after being diagnosed with COVID-19.
Search warrant in Gabby Petito case shows increasing tension with fiancé
Records in the Gabby Petito case including the search warrant have been released on Tuesday just hours before a coroner confirmed the body found in a Wyoming campsite was that of the missing 22-year-old's. Petito's death was ruled a homicide. Meanwhile, authorities in Florida continue the search for her fiancé Brian Laundrie.
Georgia couple dies just days apart from COVID-19
A family is dealing with a tremendous loss. A husband and wife passed away just days apart. Family members say Leroy and Lisa Johnson were both diagnosed with COVID-19. Lisa Johnson spent decades in law enforcement in Clayton and Fayette counties.
Georgia morgues running out of space due to 'significant increase in COVID related deaths'
Troup County Board of Commissioners purchase permanent morgue facility after significant increase in COVID related deaths across the County and State. Coroner Erin Hackley said they usually see about 300 bodies a year. They've already reached about 350 in 2021.
Councilwoman accused of using office in attempt to stop son’s arrest
Councilwoman Hobbs’ son is accused of shooting a man in Atlanta in August, but it’s what happened when he was arrested for that shooting three weeks later at her Union City home that has people questioning her actions.
Gabby Petito's death ruled a homicide
Gabby Peitto's death has been ruled a homicide, but the exact cause of death is still under investigation. Meanwhile, her fiance is still missing.
Councilwoman accused of using office to stop son’s arrest
A Union City councilwoman is under scrutiny, accused of using her place in office to keep her son out of jail as he was arrested on suspicion of shooting a man.
Georgia morgues running out of space due to COVID-19 deaths
The COVID-19 pandemic is putting a major strain on morgues across Georgia. A number of coroners say they are at or near capacity and are reaching out to the state for help. Some morgues report they have already surpassed the total number of bodies they'd typically see in a year.
Vandals smash windows of kids club bus
A bus used by a metro Atlanta kids club in East Atlanta was targeted by vandals. Officials found the bus with its windows smashed out. Not only is the bus used to transport children, but it also delivers meals to hundreds of people in the area.
Gwinnett County holds first Citizens Advisory Board meeting
The board's first meeting took place Tuesday evening at the Gwinnett County Justice and Administration Center Auditorium.
Brian Laundrie search in Sarasota County park concludes for evening following FBI raid at Florida home
The only person of interest in Gabby Petito’s case has yet to be found, and now that investigators believe they have found her body, their efforts to track down Brian Laundrie have since intensified in the "unforgiving terrain" near his home.
Brian Kemp, Republican governors demand meeting with President over border crisis
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and other Republican state leaders from across the country want to meet with President Biden about the crisis at the Southern border. FOX 5's Claire Simms spoke exclusively to the governor about the issue.