Family wants investigation into girl's death
The family of Jada West is asking for an investigation into her death. The 12-year-old girl died after getting into a fight after getting off a school bus in Douglas County. Kevyn Stewart reporting.
The family of Jada West is asking for an investigation into her death. The 12-year-old girl died after getting into a fight after getting off a school bus in Douglas County. Kevyn Stewart reporting.
Body found Monday morning in Locust Grove area
Authorities are investigating after a person was found dead Monday morning near the Locust Grove Police Department.
Authorities are investigating after a person was found dead Monday morning near the Locust Grove Police Department.
Historic suffrage car arrives at Georgia Capitol
A striking piece of American history rolled onto the grounds of the Georgia State Capitol on Monday, March 16, 2026. As part of Women’s History Month, the "Driving the Vote for Equality Tour" made its high-profile stop in Atlanta, featuring the Golden Flyer II—a meticulously restored 1914 Saxon roadster. The vintage vehicle is a replica of the original "Golden Flyer" driven by suffragists Alice Snitjer Burke and Nell Richardson during their legendary 10,700-mile cross-country journey in 1916 to demand the right to vote.
A striking piece of American history rolled onto the grounds of the Georgia State Capitol on Monday, March 16, 2026. As part of Women’s History Month, the "Driving the Vote for Equality Tour" made its high-profile stop in Atlanta, featuring the Golden Flyer II—a meticulously restored 1914 Saxon roadster. The vintage vehicle is a replica of the original "Golden Flyer" driven by suffragists Alice Snitjer Burke and Nell Richardson during their legendary 10,700-mile cross-country journey in 1916 to demand the right to vote.
Metro Atlanta remembers victims of spa shootings
Monday, March 16, 2026, marks the fifth anniversary of the tragic metro Atlanta spa shootings that claimed eight lives and sent shockwaves through the Asian American community nationwide. At noon, State Representative Long Tran (D-Dunwoody) and members of the AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) Caucus will join advocates and families at the Georgia State Capitol for a memorial and news conference. The event is not only a moment of silence for the eight lives lost but a "reaffirmation of solidarity" in the ongoing fight against hate-motivated violence.
Monday, March 16, 2026, marks the fifth anniversary of the tragic metro Atlanta spa shootings that claimed eight lives and sent shockwaves through the Asian American community nationwide. At noon, State Representative Long Tran (D-Dunwoody) and members of the AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) Caucus will join advocates and families at the Georgia State Capitol for a memorial and news conference. The event is not only a moment of silence for the eight lives lost but a "reaffirmation of solidarity" in the ongoing fight against hate-motivated violence.
Dr. Turner on avoiding the 'seasonal jump' in sports injuries
As the Georgia sun begins to warm up, Atlanta’s parks and courts are coming back to life. But for many, the transition from a sedentary winter to a high-intensity spring—filled with pickleball tournaments and weekend golf rounds—comes with a painful price. Sports medicine physician and founder of Pravida Health and CartiNova, Dr. Trevor Turner, joined us to discuss why spring is "injury season" and how to protect your joints as you get back in the game.
As the Georgia sun begins to warm up, Atlanta’s parks and courts are coming back to life. But for many, the transition from a sedentary winter to a high-intensity spring—filled with pickleball tournaments and weekend golf rounds—comes with a painful price. Sports medicine physician and founder of Pravida Health and CartiNova, Dr. Trevor Turner, joined us to discuss why spring is "injury season" and how to protect your joints as you get back in the game.
Hollywood’s big night: The Oscars
The stars aligned at the Dolby Theatre on Sunday night, March 15, 2026, for a historic and emotionally charged 98th Academy Awards. In a year defined by a high-stakes "showdown" between two cinematic heavyweights, Paul Thomas Anderson’s sprawling American epic One Battle After Another emerged as the night's biggest winner, taking home Best Picture and five other statuettes.
The stars aligned at the Dolby Theatre on Sunday night, March 15, 2026, for a historic and emotionally charged 98th Academy Awards. In a year defined by a high-stakes "showdown" between two cinematic heavyweights, Paul Thomas Anderson’s sprawling American epic One Battle After Another emerged as the night's biggest winner, taking home Best Picture and five other statuettes.
Storms and shutdown trigger chaos at Hartsfield-Jackson
Thousands of travelers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are facing a "perfect storm" of disruptions this morning, March 16, 2026. A combination of severe weather ground stops and a partial government shutdown have pushed wait times to nearly two hours, leaving the world's busiest airport in a state of gridlock.
Thousands of travelers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are facing a "perfect storm" of disruptions this morning, March 16, 2026. A combination of severe weather ground stops and a partial government shutdown have pushed wait times to nearly two hours, leaving the world's busiest airport in a state of gridlock.
RAW: Jada West family press conference
Family of Jada West holds a press conference after the 12-year-old girl dies after a fight with another student off school property. The family claims the young girl was being bullied and are demanding an inquiry.
Family of Jada West holds a press conference after the 12-year-old girl dies after a fight with another student off school property. The family claims the young girl was being bullied and are demanding an inquiry.
Kennedy Center board votes in favor of 2-year closure for renovations
The Kennedy Center's board of directors voted on Monday to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
The Kennedy Center's board of directors voted on Monday to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
Massive tree crushes Jasper Drive home
A Henry County family is counting their blessings this morning, March 16, 2026, after a massive tree crashed through their home on Jasper Drive. Despite significant structural damage to the residence, authorities confirm that everyone inside managed to escape without injury. The incident occurred during a line of strong overnight storms that swept through North and Central Georgia, bringing gusty winds and heavy rainfall to the Stockbridge area.
A Henry County family is counting their blessings this morning, March 16, 2026, after a massive tree crashed through their home on Jasper Drive. Despite significant structural damage to the residence, authorities confirm that everyone inside managed to escape without injury. The incident occurred during a line of strong overnight storms that swept through North and Central Georgia, bringing gusty winds and heavy rainfall to the Stockbridge area.
Damage reported in metro Atlanta after thunderstorms roll through
A powerful storm system tore through North Georgia early Monday morning, leaving a path of debris, downed trees, and significant structural damage across several counties.
A powerful storm system tore through North Georgia early Monday morning, leaving a path of debris, downed trees, and significant structural damage across several counties.
Storm damage reports in metro Atlanta
Severe weather on Monday morning brought down multiple trees in metro Atlanta and North Georgia. Trees came down on roads and houses. No deaths have been reported. Marc Teichner reporting.
Severe weather on Monday morning brought down multiple trees in metro Atlanta and North Georgia. Trees came down on roads and houses. No deaths have been reported. Marc Teichner reporting.
Larry David talks elevator etiquette
Comedian Larry David has gone viral for his opinion about elevator etiquette.
Comedian Larry David has gone viral for his opinion about elevator etiquette.
Long delays reported at Atlanta's airport
Very long delays are being reported Monday morning at the world's busiest airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Delays are now at least a couple of hours due to a combination of severe weather and TSA shortages caused by partial government shutdown.
Very long delays are being reported Monday morning at the world's busiest airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Delays are now at least a couple of hours due to a combination of severe weather and TSA shortages caused by partial government shutdown.
David responds to lawsuit in hilarious video
The makers of David protein bars have responded to a lawsuit claiming that its labeling is flawed with a hilarious video on social media.
The makers of David protein bars have responded to a lawsuit claiming that its labeling is flawed with a hilarious video on social media.
Storm damage in Rockdale County
Strong storms took down trees in Rockdale County on Monday morning. Additionally, a driver ran into a tree or the tree fell on his vehicle early Monday morning. No serious injuries reported. This is a breaking news report.
Strong storms took down trees in Rockdale County on Monday morning. Additionally, a driver ran into a tree or the tree fell on his vehicle early Monday morning. No serious injuries reported. This is a breaking news report.
Violent protests in Cuba
Cuba is experiencing one of its worst energy crisis in years and anger is building over rolling blackouts and shortage of food. Alex Whittler reporting.
Cuba is experiencing one of its worst energy crisis in years and anger is building over rolling blackouts and shortage of food. Alex Whittler reporting.
Viewer video of hail in Thomaston area
A FOX 5 Atlanta viewer sent this video of hail in the Thomaston area on Monday morning. Submit photos and video through the FOX 5 Storm Team app.
A FOX 5 Atlanta viewer sent this video of hail in the Thomaston area on Monday morning. Submit photos and video through the FOX 5 Storm Team app.
Ina Chambers' family still wants answers
The family of a woman killed in a drive-by shooting outside an East Point funeral home is still waiting for answers more than two months after her death. Ina Chambers was just 55 years old at the time of her death.
The family of a woman killed in a drive-by shooting outside an East Point funeral home is still waiting for answers more than two months after her death. Ina Chambers was just 55 years old at the time of her death.
2nd Athens shooting victim dies
Sources confirmed Dylan Bentley, 19, has died just one day after gunfire erupted in a parking lot on North Jackson Street. 22-year-old Clayton Adams died on the scene immediately following the shooting.
Sources confirmed Dylan Bentley, 19, has died just one day after gunfire erupted in a parking lot on North Jackson Street. 22-year-old Clayton Adams died on the scene immediately following the shooting.