132 days to World Cup kickoff in Atlanta | FOX 5 News
The countdown is on with just 132 days until the World Cup kicks off in Atlanta. World Cup Ambassador Kevin Egan joins FOX 5 to help fans get ready with a fun, interactive challenge matching countries coming to Atlanta with surprising facts from World Cup history. From massive upsets to first-time qualifiers, viewers can play along at home as we spotlight the global teams and storylines headed our way ahead of the 2026 tournament.
The countdown is on with just 132 days until the World Cup kicks off in Atlanta. World Cup Ambassador Kevin Egan joins FOX 5 to help fans get ready with a fun, interactive challenge matching countries coming to Atlanta with surprising facts from World Cup history. From massive upsets to first-time qualifiers, viewers can play along at home as we spotlight the global teams and storylines headed our way ahead of the 2026 tournament.
Marvin Arrington Jr. challenges FBI raid | FOX 5 News
Fulton County Commissioner Marvin Arrington Jr. is pushing back against last week’s FBI raid, calling the action into question as political tensions rise. Arrington is expected to formally challenge the raid during a news conference at noon, where Democratic leaders plan to denounce the operation and outline next steps. FOX 5’s Kevyn Stewart breaks down what led up to the raid, what Arrington is alleging, and what could come next as the controversy unfolds.
Fulton County Commissioner Marvin Arrington Jr. is pushing back against last week’s FBI raid, calling the action into question as political tensions rise. Arrington is expected to formally challenge the raid during a news conference at noon, where Democratic leaders plan to denounce the operation and outline next steps. FOX 5’s Kevyn Stewart breaks down what led up to the raid, what Arrington is alleging, and what could come next as the controversy unfolds.
Community honoring fallen and injured Gwinnett police officers
A growing memorial continues to draw people to the Gwinnett County Police Department's headquarters on Monday, as the community pauses to remember a police officer killed in the line of duty.
A growing memorial continues to draw people to the Gwinnett County Police Department's headquarters on Monday, as the community pauses to remember a police officer killed in the line of duty.
Opening statements underway in Tara Baker trial
Opening statements were underway at noon Monday for the man accused of killing University of Georgia student Tara Baker 20 years ago.
Opening statements were underway at noon Monday for the man accused of killing University of Georgia student Tara Baker 20 years ago.
Public paying respects to Gwinnett officers shot Sunday
The public is stopping by the Gwinnett County Police Department to pay their respects to the two police officers who were shot in the line of duty on Sunday. One of the officers was killed and the other was seriously injured. Larry Spruill reporting.
The public is stopping by the Gwinnett County Police Department to pay their respects to the two police officers who were shot in the line of duty on Sunday. One of the officers was killed and the other was seriously injured. Larry Spruill reporting.
Paul speaks with Sandra Diaz-Twine and Family Nina Twine and Eric Rivera-Nieves
One-of-a-kind survival competition series Extracted drops 11 untrained contestants into the unforgiving Canadian wilderness with no training, no supplies and no mercy, just their instincts and the wild. They'll compete for a $25,000 prize.
One-of-a-kind survival competition series Extracted drops 11 untrained contestants into the unforgiving Canadian wilderness with no training, no supplies and no mercy, just their instincts and the wild. They'll compete for a $25,000 prize.
Michael Imperioli and Patrick Dempsey talk new Fox show "Memory of A Killer"
Ron chats with the actors about their roles in the film and what fans can expect from the show. Memory of a Killer airs Monday nights on Fox at 9.
Ron chats with the actors about their roles in the film and what fans can expect from the show. Memory of a Killer airs Monday nights on Fox at 9.
Pet of the day
Golden Retriever Rescue Atlanta brings in Grace for adoption.
Golden Retriever Rescue Atlanta brings in Grace for adoption.
The countdown to Fifa is on
Kevin Egan gives us some fun facts about the World Cup, and which countries we'll see participating.
Kevin Egan gives us some fun facts about the World Cup, and which countries we'll see participating.
Mz. Shyneka talks about two of the most anticipated movies of the year
Trailers for The Devil Wears Prada 2 and "Michael" have officially been released. Find out what fans can expect.
Trailers for The Devil Wears Prada 2 and "Michael" have officially been released. Find out what fans can expect.
Paul Milliken visits Fresh Air Barbecue
Paul Milliken stopped by Fresh Air Barbecue in Jackson, Georgia, after Groundhoug Day at Dauset Trails Nature Center.
Paul Milliken stopped by Fresh Air Barbecue in Jackson, Georgia, after Groundhoug Day at Dauset Trails Nature Center.
Water main break on Covington Highway
A water main break on Covington Highway in Lithonia on Monday morning shut down a portion of the road. At this time, no details about the break have been released.
A water main break on Covington Highway in Lithonia on Monday morning shut down a portion of the road. At this time, no details about the break have been released.
Fire on Moreland Avenue on Monday morning
A building caught fire off Moreland Avenue on Monday morning. It is believed that the building was abandoned at the time. This is a breaking news story.
A building caught fire off Moreland Avenue on Monday morning. It is believed that the building was abandoned at the time. This is a breaking news story.
Vacant building catches fire Monday morning off Moreland Avenue
Fire crews responded to a structure fire at an abandoned building along Moreland Avenue SE on Monday morning.
Fire crews responded to a structure fire at an abandoned building along Moreland Avenue SE on Monday morning.
Savannah Guthrie's mother missing in Arizona
Today Show's Savannah Guthrie's mother is missing in Arizona and homicide detectives have been called in. She went missing in Pima County on Saturday night.
Today Show's Savannah Guthrie's mother is missing in Arizona and homicide detectives have been called in. She went missing in Pima County on Saturday night.
Partial government shutdown, new TSA fees
It looks like the partial government shutdown is going to last a little longer after House Democrats refused to back the deal negotiated in the Senate last week to pass new spending bills. Plus, if you still don't have a Real ID, it could cost you at the airport. The TSA is now charging those who don't have the proper ID to fly.
It looks like the partial government shutdown is going to last a little longer after House Democrats refused to back the deal negotiated in the Senate last week to pass new spending bills. Plus, if you still don't have a Real ID, it could cost you at the airport. The TSA is now charging those who don't have the proper ID to fly.
8AM Top Stories for Feb. 2, 2026
Monday morning's top stories include the shooting of 2 Gwinnett County police officers over the weekend; a shooting of a juvenile by a Clayton County deputy; an 18-year-old female shot in her back inside her SW Atlanta home; and pipe problems at Fulton County Jail.
Monday morning's top stories include the shooting of 2 Gwinnett County police officers over the weekend; a shooting of a juvenile by a Clayton County deputy; an 18-year-old female shot in her back inside her SW Atlanta home; and pipe problems at Fulton County Jail.
Tara Baker's murder trial: Opening statements given in trial of Edrick Faust
The long-awaited trial of a man accused in the 2001 killing of a University of Georgia law student finally got underway on Monday morning in Athens.
The long-awaited trial of a man accused in the 2001 killing of a University of Georgia law student finally got underway on Monday morning in Athens.
Gen. Beauregard 'Beau' Lee sees his shadow
Georgia's own General Beauregard "Beau" Lee saw his shadow in Jackson, Georgia, on Groundhog Day, predicting 6 more weeks of winter.
Georgia's own General Beauregard "Beau" Lee saw his shadow in Jackson, Georgia, on Groundhog Day, predicting 6 more weeks of winter.
Georgia's General Beauregard 'Beau' Lee sees his shadow on Groundhog Day
Groundhog Day 2026 takes place Monday with two Georgia groundhogs joining in the prediction fun.
Groundhog Day 2026 takes place Monday with two Georgia groundhogs joining in the prediction fun.