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A group of Buddhist monks on a 2,300-mile "Walk for Peace" reached Richmond, Virginia, on Monday, marking the 100th day of their journey. The monks, who traveled through Metro Atlanta in late December, held a public rally at Richmond City Hall after walking from a local fire station. The pilgrimage began in Texas and is set to conclude in Washington, D.C., later this month. Supporters along the route continue to join the silent, mindful march to promote global compassion and nonviolence.

A federal judge has ordered the release of 5-year-old Liam Ramos and his father after they were detained by ICE agents in Minnesota. The boy's detainment sparked national outrage following allegations that officers used the preschooler as "bait" to lure his mother out of their home. While the Department of Homeland Security claims the father fled and left the child behind, a judge ruled the detention unconstitutional. The family, originally from Ecuador, has since returned home to Minneapolis as their asylum case continues.

The Coweta County Sheriff's Office has released intense dashcam footage of a high-speed pursuit that ended in a major drug trafficking bust. Authorities say the chase began on Thursday and reached dangerous speeds before deputies successfully stopped the vehicle and took two suspects into custody. A search of the car uncovered a significant quantity of marijuana, leading to multiple trafficking charges. See the dramatic video of the PIT maneuver and the final arrests on the interstate.

The countdown to Super Bowl LX is officially on! KTVU’s Crystal Bailey joins FOX 5 live from San Francisco as the Bay Area prepares for a massive week of festivities leading up to the Seahawks-Patriots rematch. From fan events at the Moscone Center to rising excitement across the city, we’re taking a look at the atmosphere and what visitors can expect as security and crowds ramp up ahead of Sunday’s big game at Levi’s Stadium.

Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche is tempering expectations for new prosecutions following the release of millions of pages of Jeffrey Epstein’s personal files. While the documents reveal disturbing communications and photographs involving powerful global figures, Blanche notes that associations alone do not always equal a prosecutable crime. Lawmakers like Rep. Ro Khanna are pushing for a deeper look, calling the revelations deeply disturbing and demanding full transparency from the Justice Department.

Dr, Winawer joined Good Day Atlanta on Feb. 2 to talk about how to stay healthy when it is very cold outside. 

Authorities in Arizona have declared the home of Nancy Guthrie, mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, a crime scene. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos confirmed that the 84-year-old, who has limited mobility, did not leave her Tucson residence on her own. As homicide detectives join the investigation, Savannah Guthrie has traveled to Arizona and released a statement focused on her mother's safe return. Police are urging neighbors to check security footage for any suspicious activity.

Paul Milliken talks with Ike English, Executive Director of Dauset Trails Nature Center, about North Georgia’s Groundhog Day celebration. Beau the Groundhog saw his shadow, predicting six more weeks of winter for the region. The event blends local tradition with education, highlighting the history and accuracy of Beau’s forecasts while giving the community a fun, seasonal moment to enjoy.

Opening statements have officially begun in the trial of Edrick Faust, the man charged in the 2001 cold case murder of UGA law student Tara Baker. After a 23-year wait for justice, prosecutors are presenting evidence in the Athens-Clarke County courtroom regarding the death of the 23-year-old, whose body was discovered following an intentional apartment fire. FOX 5 Atlanta is tracking the latest developments from the courtroom as this decades-long investigation finally goes to trial.

Fulton County officials have reportedly filed a motion to challenge the FBI's actions last week when it conducted a raid on the elections hub in Fulton County. 

Move over, groundhogs! The House of Applejay Distillery in Ellijay, GA, celebrated Groundhog Day with its unique "Hibernation Hank" awakening. Led by storyteller David Zelski, the 21+ event featured live music and a rowdy crowd tasked with waking a "bear" to see his shadow. Whether Hank predicts more winter or an early spring, this annual mountain tradition has become a favorite local ritual. See the highlights from this year’s loud and joyful reveal in North Georgia.