JD Vance faces Iran questioning
Vice President JD Vance faces questions from reporters regarding the US' continued movements against Iran as well as political tactics on the home front.
Vice President JD Vance faces questions from reporters regarding the US' continued movements against Iran as well as political tactics on the home front.
WATCH: Man arrested after driving Tesla Cybertruck into Grapevine Lake to test 'Wade Mode'
A man was arrested after police say he intentionally drove a Tesla Cybertruck into Grapevine Lake to test its "wade mode" feature.
A man was arrested after police say he intentionally drove a Tesla Cybertruck into Grapevine Lake to test its "wade mode" feature.
President Trump tours White House ballroom construction
President Donald Trump toured the active construction zone of the new White House ballroom, Tuesday, May 19, holding an impromptu press conference to showcase progress on the massive, highly debated project. Speaking directly to reporters from the construction site, the president detailed the architectural components, security features, and funding structure of the venue, boldly labeling the massive event space as "my gift" to the United States
President Donald Trump toured the active construction zone of the new White House ballroom, Tuesday, May 19, holding an impromptu press conference to showcase progress on the massive, highly debated project. Speaking directly to reporters from the construction site, the president detailed the architectural components, security features, and funding structure of the venue, boldly labeling the massive event space as "my gift" to the United States
World Cup countdown: All-star halftime show revealed
The countdown is officially on! We are now less than a month away from the kickoff of the biggest sporting event on the planet. Joining us on set for our weekly soccer update is Kevin Egan, Atlanta World Cup Host Committee Ambassador and the host of MLS 360 on Apple TV. We have some massive tournament updates, ranging from an unprecedented musical lineup for the final to a major corporate victory for the city of Atlanta itself.
The countdown is officially on! We are now less than a month away from the kickoff of the biggest sporting event on the planet. Joining us on set for our weekly soccer update is Kevin Egan, Atlanta World Cup Host Committee Ambassador and the host of MLS 360 on Apple TV. We have some massive tournament updates, ranging from an unprecedented musical lineup for the final to a major corporate victory for the city of Atlanta itself.
Polling issues in Cobb County
Some polling issues were reported Tuesday morning in Cobb County. Voters told FOX 5 Atlanta that the machines used to verify voters were down.
Some polling issues were reported Tuesday morning in Cobb County. Voters told FOX 5 Atlanta that the machines used to verify voters were down.
Race to challenge Jon Ossoff likely heading to runoff
The high-stakes Republican primary for the U.S. Senate is drawing intense scrutiny across Georgia, with political analysts predicting that the outcome will likely force a heated runoff election. The ultimate winner of this primary contest will advance to the general election in November to challenge the sitting incumbent, Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff. Over the final week of the campaign, the battle for the GOP nomination reached a fever pitch, with frontrunners Buddy Carter, Mike Collins, and Derek Dooley pushing aggressively to lock down every available vote.
The high-stakes Republican primary for the U.S. Senate is drawing intense scrutiny across Georgia, with political analysts predicting that the outcome will likely force a heated runoff election. The ultimate winner of this primary contest will advance to the general election in November to challenge the sitting incumbent, Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff. Over the final week of the campaign, the battle for the GOP nomination reached a fever pitch, with frontrunners Buddy Carter, Mike Collins, and Derek Dooley pushing aggressively to lock down every available vote.
Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger gives midday update
Georgia voters headed to the polls on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, to decide high-profile contests that shaped the state's political landscape leading into November. With voting officially underway statewide, Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger held a press conference from the State Capitol to provide critical midday updates on voter turnout, polling site operations, and early election data.
Georgia voters headed to the polls on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, to decide high-profile contests that shaped the state's political landscape leading into November. With voting officially underway statewide, Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger held a press conference from the State Capitol to provide critical midday updates on voter turnout, polling site operations, and early election data.
Student injured in shooting near Stone Mountain High Tuesday morning
A student was injured in a shooting near a bus stop Tuesday morning close to Stone Mountain High School, according to DeKalb County officials.
A student was injured in a shooting near a bus stop Tuesday morning close to Stone Mountain High School, according to DeKalb County officials.
Brad Raffensperger addresses 'wild claims and accusations'
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said Tuesday morning during a news conference that record early voting turnout is a sign that voters continue to trust the state’s election system. Raffensperger talked about the "wild claims and accusations" that are currently being made on social media and various websites.
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said Tuesday morning during a news conference that record early voting turnout is a sign that voters continue to trust the state’s election system. Raffensperger talked about the "wild claims and accusations" that are currently being made on social media and various websites.
Six arrested in Conyers drug trafficking bust
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has arrested six people following a months-long drug trafficking investigation in Conyers.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has arrested six people following a months-long drug trafficking investigation in Conyers.
Fast-moving apartment fire displaces 25 in DeKalb
A fast-moving fire at a DeKalb County apartment complex left 25 people searching for a new place to live Tuesday morning.
A fast-moving fire at a DeKalb County apartment complex left 25 people searching for a new place to live Tuesday morning.
Voters voice opinions on mud-slinging
At a Gwinnett County polling location Tuesday morning, some voters said negative campaign ads were not influencing how they cast their ballots in Georgia’s closely watched primary races.
At a Gwinnett County polling location Tuesday morning, some voters said negative campaign ads were not influencing how they cast their ballots in Georgia’s closely watched primary races.
8AM Top stories for May 19, 2026
Top stories for Tuesday include primary day in Georgia; Iran negotiations; Atlanta weather and Atlanta traffic.
Top stories for Tuesday include primary day in Georgia; Iran negotiations; Atlanta weather and Atlanta traffic.
Toddler flees crashed car after police chase in Arkansas
A wild police chase in Arkansas was caught on camera recently. After the car crashed during the chase, a 3-year-old child stumbled out of the car. The police officer arrested the 23-year-old mother and yelled at her for what she did. Luckily, no one was seriously injured.
A wild police chase in Arkansas was caught on camera recently. After the car crashed during the chase, a 3-year-old child stumbled out of the car. The police officer arrested the 23-year-old mother and yelled at her for what she did. Luckily, no one was seriously injured.
Killer Mike launches Atlanta rent-to-own housing program
Atlanta rapper Killer Mike announced a new rent-to-own housing initiative through his real estate company.
Atlanta rapper Killer Mike announced a new rent-to-own housing initiative through his real estate company.
Primary Day voting now underway in Georgia
A polling location in Gwinnett County saw a “pretty good flow” of voters within the first half hour after polls opened Tuesday morning. Additionally, a voter in Dunwoody that she was motivated to cast a ballot because of rising electric bills.
A polling location in Gwinnett County saw a “pretty good flow” of voters within the first half hour after polls opened Tuesday morning. Additionally, a voter in Dunwoody that she was motivated to cast a ballot because of rising electric bills.
1 dead after crash on I-85NB near Buford Hwy. Connector
One person was killed in a rollover crash on I-85 North near the Buford Highway Connector.
One person was killed in a rollover crash on I-85 North near the Buford Highway Connector.
Record-breaking early voting turnout in Georgia
Early voting numbers show registered Democrats outpacing Republicans, with more than 584,000 Democrats casting ballots compared to just over 430,000 Republicans before Election Day.
Early voting numbers show registered Democrats outpacing Republicans, with more than 584,000 Democrats casting ballots compared to just over 430,000 Republicans before Election Day.
Video released of Atlanta Beltline stabbing arrest
Atlanta police have released 911 calls and video related to the Atlanta Beltline stabbing last week and the resulting arrest of a man for the crime.
Atlanta police have released 911 calls and video related to the Atlanta Beltline stabbing last week and the resulting arrest of a man for the crime.
Candidates going toe-to-toe for senate seat
The Republican primary for Georgia’s U.S. Senate seat is shaping up to be another closely watched race on Primary Day, with political observers expecting the contest could head to a runoff. The eventual GOP nominee will face incumbent Sen. Jon Ossoff in November.
The Republican primary for Georgia’s U.S. Senate seat is shaping up to be another closely watched race on Primary Day, with political observers expecting the contest could head to a runoff. The eventual GOP nominee will face incumbent Sen. Jon Ossoff in November.