Wounded South Fulton officer honored with mortgage payoff

Wounded South Fulton officer honored with mortgage payoff

A South Fulton police lieutenant wounded in the line of duty was honored Tuesday at the Georgia Capitol with a mortgage payoff ceremony recognizing his courage and continued service to the community.

A South Fulton police lieutenant wounded in the line of duty was honored Tuesday at the Georgia Capitol with a mortgage payoff ceremony recognizing his courage and continued service to the community.

Mortgage paid for wounded South Fulton officer
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Mortgage paid for wounded South Fulton officer

South Fulton Police Lt. Chuck Cook, who was injured last August in a shootout with a suspected jaywalker, will no longer have to worry about his mortgage. 10 Klicks Outdoors and Purple Heart Homes has paid it off in recognition for his sacrifice.

South Fulton Police Lt. Chuck Cook, who was injured last August in a shootout with a suspected jaywalker, will no longer have to worry about his mortgage. 10 Klicks Outdoors and Purple Heart Homes has paid it off in recognition for his sacrifice.

Woman shot inside downtown Atlanta restaurant
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Woman shot inside downtown Atlanta restaurant

A woman is in critical condition after being shot Tuesday morning inside of a downtown Atlanta restaurant. The suspected shooter has been arrested. Tyler Fingert reporting. 

A woman is in critical condition after being shot Tuesday morning inside of a downtown Atlanta restaurant. The suspected shooter has been arrested. Tyler Fingert reporting. 

Pet of the day
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Pet of the day

FurKids brings in "Briar" for adoption.

FurKids brings in "Briar" for adoption.

Brenda Alexander with entertainment headlines
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Brenda Alexander with entertainment headlines

The Beckham family is going viral for their family issues, and LeBron James will not be an All-Star starter for the first time in his career.

The Beckham family is going viral for their family issues, and LeBron James will not be an All-Star starter for the first time in his career.

Help name Chattanooga Zoo’s adorable newborn 'mustached' monkeys

Help name Chattanooga Zoo’s adorable newborn 'mustached' monkeys

Two newborn emperor tamarins or “mustached" monkeys are delighting visitors at the Chattanooga Zoo, and the zoo is inviting the public to help choose their names.

Two newborn emperor tamarins or “mustached" monkeys are delighting visitors at the Chattanooga Zoo, and the zoo is inviting the public to help choose their names.

Several residents rescued from Gwinnett apartment fire
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Several residents rescued from Gwinnett apartment fire

An overnight fire at an apartment complex in Gwinnett County displaced dozens of families but caused no serious injuries, according to fire officials. Several people had to be rescued from the fire. Brittney Edney reporting. 

An overnight fire at an apartment complex in Gwinnett County displaced dozens of families but caused no serious injuries, according to fire officials. Several people had to be rescued from the fire. Brittney Edney reporting. 

Suspects wanted for stealing gun, breaking into cars in Canton

Suspects wanted for stealing gun, breaking into cars in Canton

Canton Police are searching for Cameron Zequeira and Skylar Hatcher, wanted for multiple car break-ins and the theft of a Glock 43 in the River Greene subdivision.

Canton Police are searching for Cameron Zequeira and Skylar Hatcher, wanted for multiple car break-ins and the theft of a Glock 43 in the River Greene subdivision.

WATCH: Dramatic rescue caught on camera as SUV sinks in Virginia Beach

WATCH: Dramatic rescue caught on camera as SUV sinks in Virginia Beach

Community members sprang into action Friday, January 16, to rescue a driver trapped inside a sinking SUV behind Bubba’s Seafood Restaurant & Crabhouse in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Community members sprang into action Friday, January 16, to rescue a driver trapped inside a sinking SUV behind Bubba’s Seafood Restaurant & Crabhouse in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Dr. Corrine Erickson gives skin care tips for teens
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Dr. Corrine Erickson gives skin care tips for teens

Social media seems to be driving younger kids to potentially be exposed to harsh products. Dr. Erickson has some tips and alternatives.

Social media seems to be driving younger kids to potentially be exposed to harsh products. Dr. Erickson has some tips and alternatives.

Sixes Elementary in Canton temporarily placed on 'Code Yellow'

Sixes Elementary in Canton temporarily placed on 'Code Yellow'

Sixes Elementary School in Canton was placed in a “Code Yellow" on Tuesday morning due to police activity in the area, according to a note sent to school families.

Sixes Elementary School in Canton was placed in a “Code Yellow" on Tuesday morning due to police activity in the area, according to a note sent to school families.

Pepper Boxing Club gives home workout tips
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Pepper Boxing Club gives home workout tips

Pepper Boxing helps you reach your fitness goals without feeling pressured or intimidated by gym culture.

Pepper Boxing helps you reach your fitness goals without feeling pressured or intimidated by gym culture.

Female pedestrian killed near Turner Hill, Mall Parkway in Stonecrest area

Female pedestrian killed near Turner Hill, Mall Parkway in Stonecrest area

Emergency responders are on the scene of a collision involving a pedestrian near Turner Hill Road and Mall Parkway in the Stonecrest area.

Emergency responders are on the scene of a collision involving a pedestrian near Turner Hill Road and Mall Parkway in the Stonecrest area.

8AM Top Stories for Jan. 20, 2026
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8AM Top Stories for Jan. 20, 2026

Top stories for Tuesday morning include a large fire at a Gwinnett County apartment complex, ICE protests at local universities and high schools, child acid attack, Paulding man sentenced for rape and molestation, former DeKalb school superintendent in court. 

Top stories for Tuesday morning include a large fire at a Gwinnett County apartment complex, ICE protests at local universities and high schools, child acid attack, Paulding man sentenced for rape and molestation, former DeKalb school superintendent in court. 

Shooting reported at downtown Atlanta restaurant
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Shooting reported at downtown Atlanta restaurant

A shooting was reported Tuesday morning at a downtown Atlanta restaurant. At this time, details have not been confirmed. This is a breaking news report. Marc Teichner reporting. 

A shooting was reported Tuesday morning at a downtown Atlanta restaurant. At this time, details have not been confirmed. This is a breaking news report. Marc Teichner reporting. 

Tipsy Thaiger part of Roswell Restaurant Week
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Tipsy Thaiger part of Roswell Restaurant Week

The neighborhood bar and restaurant is centered around Thai cuisine, specifically "Gab-Glaam" (described as smaller plate options) and "Gab-Khao" (larger entrées meant to be eaten with rice) -- and often given a Southern twist. 

The neighborhood bar and restaurant is centered around Thai cuisine, specifically "Gab-Glaam" (described as smaller plate options) and "Gab-Khao" (larger entrées meant to be eaten with rice) -- and often given a Southern twist.