Georgians honor fallen service members on Memorial Day

Memorial Day ceremonies and parades were held across metro Atlanta Monday to honor military members who died serving the country.

Veterans march to top of Stone Mountain on Memorial Day
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Dozens of veterans and community members carried flags to the top of Stone Mountain on Memorial Day to honor and remember those who gave their lives for the country. A ceremony also took place in Roswell and a parade took place in Georgia. Additionally, a ceremony was held at the National Cemetery in Marietta. 

Memorial Day DUI arrests climb as father shares tragedy

The Georgia Department of Public Safety says hundreds of drivers have been arrested for driving under the influence during the Memorial Day holiday weekend.

Father talks about losing son to DUI
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One father, whose son was killed by a drunk driver decades ago, says the consequences of impaired driving are devastating and completely preventable. Reporter Annie Mapp talked to the father and has the latest info on DUI arrests so far this Memorial Day Weekend. 

New things at this year's Renaissance Festival
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This year's Renaissance Festival, which ends the last weekend in May, features many new things this year. We talk to them about what attendees can expect. 

Stephen Colbert returns to Only in Monroe
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Late-night talk show host and comedian Stephen Colbert returned to Monroe, Michigan, to host "Only in Monroe" on public-access television on Friday. The show's hosts were his first guests and Jack White, who grew up in Detroit, served as musical director. Colbert first hosted Only in Monroe in 2015. 

Alcohol increases risk of at least 7 types of cancer
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According to the latest research, research indicates that consuming alcohol increases the risk of developing at least 7 types of cancer. And the risk is higher for women vs. men. 

8AM Top Stories for May 25, 2026
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Top stories on Monday morning include ebola screening at ATL airport, death investigation in Grayson, pursuit ends in Lake Hartwell, Memorial Day weekend DUI stats, shooting at White House, Atlanta weather and Atlanta traffic. 

New study about college grads and AI
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New grads aren't just facing a historically difficult job market, now they are also competing against artificial intelligence. Anchor Alex Whittler breaks down the study. 

Oldest Pearl Harbor survivor reflects on life
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The oldest living Pearl Harbor survivor, Freeman Johnson, reflects on his life and legacy at the ripe old age of 106. 

New details about shooting near White House
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New details about the shooting near the White House over the weekend have been released. A 21-year-old Maryland man was shot and killed by Secret Service agents on Saturday evening after he opened fire at a White House security checkpoint. Anchor Alex Whittler breaks it down. 

Cost of beef has soared since last year
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The cost of beef has soared since last year because of a variety of reasons -- including drought conditions, volatile fuel prices and more. People looking to save money are encouraged to use chicken and pork instead and take advantage of in-store specials. 

Ebola screenings happening at Atlanta airport
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The U.S. expanded its mandatory Ebola screening policy to incoming Atlanta airport passengers who recently traveled to high-risk African nations. Lindsay Tuman reporting. 

Cobb man gets life without parole for influencer girlfriend's murder

Eugene Louis-Jacques was sentenced to life without parole plus 20 years for the brutal 2023 murder of Instagram influencer girlfriend Beauty Couch.

State Troopers out in full force for holiday weekend
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The Georgia Department of Public Safety has recorded exactly 100 DUI arrests as enforcement totals jumped into the triple digits overnight.

Chattahoochee fish kill explained
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The Chattahoochee River keeper says thousands of fish suffocated to death due to low oxygen levels in the river in the past few days. They say it all started with a rain storm that flooded parts of downtown Atlanta. FOX 5's Rey Llerena has the story.

Woman found shot to death inside home
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A woman was found shot to death inside a home in Grayson, according to Gwinnett County Police. A suspect in the case has been arrested. FOX 5's Tara Jabour has the story.

100 mph chase ends with stolen car suspect leaping into Lake Hartwell

A high-speed chase involving a stolen vehicle on Sunday ended with a suspect leaping into Lake Hartwell in an attempt to escape law enforcement.