Hartsfield-Jackson International prepares for ice storm and potential disruptions

With a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain in the forecast, airport officials are taking proactive steps to avoid a repeat of last year's weather-related gridlock.

Ice Storm Warning expands to include metro Atlanta

A major ice storm threatens North Georgia and metro Atlanta with significant icing starting Saturday afternoon, with total ice accumulations expected between 0.25-1 inch.

Expert tips to prep your home for threat of ice
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In 2025 alone, winter storms resulted in approximately $4.02 billion in insured losses across the U.S. Ian Giammanco, the managing director for Atmospheric Science, talks about how to prepare your home to protect from extreme ice damage. 

Georgia Department of Transportation preps for major ice storm
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GDOT says it has more than 2 million gallons of brine on hand to de-ice roads but needs motorists to stay off roads to ensure safety. Hear from GDOT officials how they are prepping.

Georgia Winter Storm: Where to go to get warm if needed

As dangerous cold and winter weather move into Georgia, counties across the state are opening warming shelters to provide safe, heated spaces for those in need.

Atlanta airport ice storm preps | full press conference
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Officials at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport give an update on how their teams are preparing for an incoming ice storm likely to impact travel.

How to handle trees before the freeze
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We spoke with Josh Marotta, the owner of Atlanta Arbor, who gives us the rundown on how to protect ourselves from falling trees and limbs affected by ice. He also discusses preventative measures to take in the future.

 Jump starting spring vegetables
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In this tutorial, Marina from Pike Nurseries provides a guide on starting seeds indoors to get a head start on the spring growing season. She highlights that planting seeds offers greater variety, such as heirloom or vintage tomatoes, and is a fun activity to do with grandchildren.

2-year-old girl in ICE custody: Judge orders release

A 2-year-old child from Ecuador who was taken into ICE custody with her father during a Minneapolis traffic stop on Thursday has been ordered to be released.

Georgia Power: Winter storm may cause '2-3 day outage or longer'
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Amanda Powell, a spokesperson for Georgia Power, shares how to find out if there are power outages in your area, what to do if you lose power, and what to expect from the anticipated winter storm.

Cobb Co. officials hold 'State of Emergency' news conference
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Drew Raessler, the Director of Transportation for Cobb County, speaks on what officials are doing to prepare for an anticipated ice storm in the area and what they are asking of residents.

AFC and NFC championship game predictions with Griff
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In this segment, Griff from "Get Up Mornings" previews the AFC and NFC championship games, predicting a Super Bowl matchup between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks. He also discusses the Atlanta Falcons' future under new head coach Kevin Stefanski, urging fans to remain optimistic as the team moves indoors and away from the Midwest cold. Finally, Griff suggests families stay safe and warm during Winter Storm Fern by playing classic games like Uno, Bingo, or "Cat's in the Cradle" while staying cooped up indoors.

Batman escape room
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"Batman: The Dark Knight Challenge" is an escape room experience at Escapology Atlanta Galleria, themed around the world of the iconic DC Comics superhero. Good Day Atlanta's Paul Milliken takes us inside.

Parenting traps with Dr. Candice Nicole Hargon
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Psychologist Dr. Candice Nicole Hargons discusses "parent traps," where partners in a relationship begin parenting each other rather than acting as mutual peers. Her research shows that these dynamics significantly damage intimacy, with men feeling less interested in sex and women experiencing decreased attraction or physical discomfort when the parental dynamic is present. To fix these patterns, she recommends that partners stop supervising one another, own their individual adult responsibilities, and view their significant other as a partner rather than a project.

Atlanta winter ice storm: Mayor Dickens urges caution as city braces for 'dangerous ice event'

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens is urging residents to finalize their storm preparations early and stay off the roads starting Saturday afternoon as black ice becomes a major threat.

Atlanta mayor gives winter storm prep update
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Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens discusses what preparations the city is taking ahead of a dangerous ice storm set to impact the metro area this weekend.

Scott Bagwill's weight loss journey
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Scott Bagwill lost an amazing 381lbs. We check-in on his weight loss and health journey for his big "reveal". 

GDOT activates winter weather response as dangerous ice storm approaches

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is shifting to "all hands on deck" as a significant winter storm threatens to blanket North and Central Georgia with dangerous ice.

GDOT preps for incoming ice storm
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The Georgia Department of Transportation is shifting to "all hands on deck" as a significant winter storm threatens to blanket North and Central Georgia with dangerous ice. FOX 5's Kim Leoffler has the story.

Deadly quadruple shooting in Gwinnett County
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Four people were shot and killed in Lawrenceville, according to Gwinnett County Police. A suspect has been taken into custody. FOX 5 has the latest.