Bodycam: Officers ‘arrest’ Hank the donkey
"Come on, don't be a stubborn ass!" Gwinnett County Police officers trade their patrol cars for apples and patience to wrangle a donkey named Hank. Watch the hilarious bodycam footage released by the police department as "the prisoner" is returned home with a verbal warning.
"Come on, don't be a stubborn ass!" Gwinnett County Police officers trade their patrol cars for apples and patience to wrangle a donkey named Hank. Watch the hilarious bodycam footage released by the police department as "the prisoner" is returned home with a verbal warning.
President Trump hosts AI roundtable on 'Ratepayer Protection'
President Donald Trump is hosting a high-stakes roundtable at the White House on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, to formalize his "Ratepayer Protection Pledge." The initiative aims to force "Big Tech" companies—including Microsoft, Meta, and Anthropic—to foot the bill for the massive electricity demands of AI data centers rather than passing those costs onto American families. Data privacy expert Harry Maugans joins FOX 5 to break down how this impacts your monthly utility bill.
President Donald Trump is hosting a high-stakes roundtable at the White House on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, to formalize his "Ratepayer Protection Pledge." The initiative aims to force "Big Tech" companies—including Microsoft, Meta, and Anthropic—to foot the bill for the massive electricity demands of AI data centers rather than passing those costs onto American families. Data privacy expert Harry Maugans joins FOX 5 to break down how this impacts your monthly utility bill.
Atlanta traffic stop turns into drug bust, loaded firearm found
A traffic stop in southwest Atlanta turned into a drug bust last week after officers searched a vehicle and found promethazine, oxycodone, marijuana and a loaded firearm.
A traffic stop in southwest Atlanta turned into a drug bust last week after officers searched a vehicle and found promethazine, oxycodone, marijuana and a loaded firearm.
Haven't filed your taxes yet? Here's how to get a bigger refund under new law
Many Americans could see changes to their tax refunds this year due to updates in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB)—here’s what to know.
Many Americans could see changes to their tax refunds this year due to updates in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB)—here’s what to know.
Bathroom camera discovery: Man with peeping history arrested
A 39-year-old Waco man, Chris Stieglitz, is back behind bars at the Carroll County Jail after a young woman discovered a hidden cell phone recording her in a private bathroom. Investigators say the suspect has a long history of similar offenses, including a 2016 indictment for recording women in a Carrollton Target dressing room.
A 39-year-old Waco man, Chris Stieglitz, is back behind bars at the Carroll County Jail after a young woman discovered a hidden cell phone recording her in a private bathroom. Investigators say the suspect has a long history of similar offenses, including a 2016 indictment for recording women in a Carrollton Target dressing room.
Measles cases surging as spring break approaches
The U.S. is facing a significant measles resurgence in early 2026, with over 1,100 confirmed cases across 28 states. Public health officials are issuing urgent warnings ahead of Spring Break, as high travel volume and declining vaccination rates create a "perfect storm" for further outbreaks. A second case was recently confirmed in Georgia, prompting the Department of Public Health to monitor potential exposures in the Savannah area. Experts at HealthBeat are warning families to verify their vaccination status before the upcoming spring break travel season.
The U.S. is facing a significant measles resurgence in early 2026, with over 1,100 confirmed cases across 28 states. Public health officials are issuing urgent warnings ahead of Spring Break, as high travel volume and declining vaccination rates create a "perfect storm" for further outbreaks. A second case was recently confirmed in Georgia, prompting the Department of Public Health to monitor potential exposures in the Savannah area. Experts at HealthBeat are warning families to verify their vaccination status before the upcoming spring break travel season.
Minnesota Fraud: Walz, Ellison testify before House Oversight Committee
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison are testifying before the House Oversight Committee to face questions about alleged misuse of federal funds intended for social services and Medicaid programs. Watch live here.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison are testifying before the House Oversight Committee to face questions about alleged misuse of federal funds intended for social services and Medicaid programs. Watch live here.
Coweta grandpa pleads guilty to child porn possession
Coweta County man Craig Jacobson, a father and grandfather, has plead guilty to five counts of possession of child pornography. Our Doug Evans has the body cam footage of his arrest.
Coweta County man Craig Jacobson, a father and grandfather, has plead guilty to five counts of possession of child pornography. Our Doug Evans has the body cam footage of his arrest.
Hegseth says US submarine sank Iranian warship in international waters
The U.S. and Israel struck Tehran and other Iranian cities in airstrikes on the fifth day of the war with Iran. Here's what you need to know.
The U.S. and Israel struck Tehran and other Iranian cities in airstrikes on the fifth day of the war with Iran. Here's what you need to know.
Protests against OpenAI Department of Defense contract
Protestors have gathered outside OpenAI after the company signed a deal with the Department of Defense allowing the technology's use for military purposes. OpenAI competitor Anthropic, owner of Claude, has refused to let the DoD use their technology.
Protestors have gathered outside OpenAI after the company signed a deal with the Department of Defense allowing the technology's use for military purposes. OpenAI competitor Anthropic, owner of Claude, has refused to let the DoD use their technology.
Senate moves to curb Trump war powers amid Iran war
Senate lawmakers are voting on a resolution that would limit President Donald Trump’s war powers as the conflict with Iran enters its fifth day. The measure would require congressional approval before any additional military action. Meanwhile, the Pentagon has identified four of the six U.S. soldiers killed in an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait. The deaths are raising questions about military safety protocols as the administration warns more casualties could be ahead.
Senate lawmakers are voting on a resolution that would limit President Donald Trump’s war powers as the conflict with Iran enters its fifth day. The measure would require congressional approval before any additional military action. Meanwhile, the Pentagon has identified four of the six U.S. soldiers killed in an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait. The deaths are raising questions about military safety protocols as the administration warns more casualties could be ahead.
Georgians stuck in Israel as conflict intensifies
We spoke with a couple that have been stranded in Israel since conflict with Iran erupted. White House Press Sec. Karoline Leavitt spoke to the Americans stuck in similar situations right now in a press briefing.
We spoke with a couple that have been stranded in Israel since conflict with Iran erupted. White House Press Sec. Karoline Leavitt spoke to the Americans stuck in similar situations right now in a press briefing.
Trump says he’ll endorse Texas Senate candidate ‘soon’
After staying out of the Republican U.S. Senate primary, President Donald Trump said Wednesday he’ll weigh in "soon."
After staying out of the Republican U.S. Senate primary, President Donald Trump said Wednesday he’ll weigh in "soon."
Jasmine Crockett loses Texas Senate democratic primary race
Jasmine Crockett lost the democratic primary race for a Texas Senate seat to James Talerico. Georgians might remember Crockett from her fiery confrontation with former Georgia House Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.
Jasmine Crockett lost the democratic primary race for a Texas Senate seat to James Talerico. Georgians might remember Crockett from her fiery confrontation with former Georgia House Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.
Paint Midtown Green: Atlanta's 142nd St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The city’s longest-running public event returns to Peachtree Street! The Atlanta Saint Patrick’s Day Parade is set for Saturday, March 14, 2026. Organized by Irish Network Atlanta, this family-friendly tradition features more than 2,000 participants, including Irish dancers, bagpipes, and even the famous Big Idaho Potato Truck. Join former president Jessica Thompson as we preview the "Luck of the Square" and everything you need to know for parade day.
The city’s longest-running public event returns to Peachtree Street! The Atlanta Saint Patrick’s Day Parade is set for Saturday, March 14, 2026. Organized by Irish Network Atlanta, this family-friendly tradition features more than 2,000 participants, including Irish dancers, bagpipes, and even the famous Big Idaho Potato Truck. Join former president Jessica Thompson as we preview the "Luck of the Square" and everything you need to know for parade day.
Athens police investigating second rape of young woman
The assault was reported shortly before 10 a.m. on Feb. 27 from a residence on East Campus Road.
The assault was reported shortly before 10 a.m. on Feb. 27 from a residence on East Campus Road.
Man runs to McNair Middle School after being shot, officials say
A shooting at a DeKalb County AutoZone sent a victim running to McNair Middle School for help on Wednesday. Police are currently investigating.
A shooting at a DeKalb County AutoZone sent a victim running to McNair Middle School for help on Wednesday. Police are currently investigating.
Mother of 6 critically injured in fatal DeKalb shooting, family says
DeKalb County police are investigating a shooting that left one man dead and a woman critically injured early Wednesday morning.
DeKalb County police are investigating a shooting that left one man dead and a woman critically injured early Wednesday morning.
Mother of 6 critically injured during shooting
A mother of 6 was shot and critically injured early Wednesday. The suspected shooter then killed himself, according to police. A relative told FOX 5 Atlanta that she wasn't sure what led up to the shooting. Annie Mapp reporting.
A mother of 6 was shot and critically injured early Wednesday. The suspected shooter then killed himself, according to police. A relative told FOX 5 Atlanta that she wasn't sure what led up to the shooting. Annie Mapp reporting.
Wands at the ready at Ron Clark Academy
Cast members from the Broadway National Tour of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child visited the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. The visit featured a "Wand Dance" workshop with the school’s dance team and a panel discussion for students ahead of the show's highly anticipated run at the Fox Theatre.
Cast members from the Broadway National Tour of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child visited the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. The visit featured a "Wand Dance" workshop with the school’s dance team and a panel discussion for students ahead of the show's highly anticipated run at the Fox Theatre.