Cascade Skating updates policy for minors amid teen activity

A popular southwest Atlanta skating rink is tightening security rules following recent issues involving teens.

Uber driver reportedly shot at Collier Ridge Apartments
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A driver for Uber was reportedly shot at the Collier Ridge Apartments on Thursday morning. Several people have reportedly been detained in connection to the shooting. This is a developing story. Kim Leoffler reporting. 

Henry County firefighter paramedic passes away unexpectedly

Law enforcement and first responders in Henry County are mourning the death of firefighter and paramedic Stephen Reeves.

Shooting investigation in NW Atlanta
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A shooting investigation is underway near Collier Road NW and Defoor Avenue NW early Thursday morning. This is a breaking news story. Kim Leoffler reporting. 

Brady Bunch house declared historic
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The iconic Brady Bunch house in California has been declared a historic-cultural monument by the Los Angeles city council. 

WATCH | Man seen allegedly pushing kids off bikes in Sandy Springs arrested

A man was arrested at a concert last week after he shoved two kids off their bicycles, causing one of them to fall into a fountain, Sandy Springs police said.

Man arrested for knocking kids off bicycles
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A man was arrested at a concert last week after he shoved two kids off their bicycles, causing one of them to fall into a fountain, Sandy Springs police said. FOX 5 Atlanta's Brittany Edney reporting. 

Stimulus payment March 2026, IRS direct deposit relief, tariff dividend & tax refund fact check

Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends circulated widely throughout 2025, and they’re still making the rounds in 2026. The question is whether any of it actually checks out.

Driver sentenced in fatal I-575 Cherokee County tow truck crash

David Beaver has been sentenced for vehicular homicide in the death of tow truck driver Frank Ingram along I-575 in Cherokee County in 2023.

Shaq surprises teen with once-in-a-lifetime trip
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NBA legend Shaq and Dream On 3 surprise a resilient Henry County teen, who regained his ability to walk through grueling therapy, with a VIP Minnesota Timberwolves experience.

What's next in Atlanta's bid to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention

One local economist says hosting the DNC could give the area a boost, noting that 2028 could be a big year for Atlanta, as it will also play host to the Super Bowl that year.

Atlanta named finalist for 2028 DNC
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Atlanta has emerged as a finalist to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention, a move economists say could revitalize downtown infrastructure alongside the World Cup and Super Bowl.

Fulton jail overcrowding: Board of Commissioners approves controversial plan

A plan to reduce overcrowding at Fulton County’s Rice Street Jail, approved by the Board of Commissioners on Wednesday morning, has blindsided some Fulton County officials.

Family reacts to I-575 homicide sentence
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A driver was sentenced to 180 days in jail and community service for the vehicular homicide of Cherokee County tow truck operator Frank Ingram.

Georgians react to strike in Iran
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As U.S. and Israeli forces target Iranian missile systems and celebrate the death of the supreme leader, Iranian Americans in Georgia weigh the hope for a free homeland against the grim reality of rising war costs and civilian safety.

Officer vs. angry turkey: A hilarious standoff
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A routine traffic call in Georgia turns into a viral comedy of errors as a defiant turkey named Henry refuses to obey police orders. The Cobb County 

James Talarico thanks supporters, warns billionaires in Senate primary victory speech

Texas Rep. James Talarico, the Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, thanked his grassroots supporters and gave a warning to the "billionaire class" in his victory speech Wednesday night.