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Metro Atlanta is under a level 2 risk of severe weather Wednesday as storms move into the area. 

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth spoke on Tuesday and insisted the fragile ceasefire with Iran remains intact even as U.S. forces engage in heavy combat to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The mission, dubbed "Project Freedom," faced an immediate baptism by fire from Iranian missiles and drones, but defense officials report the tide has begun to turn as U.S. destroyers successfully escort merchant vessels through the waterway. Meanwhile, President Trump is escalating his "America First" economic agenda, setting the stage for a major confrontation with some of the United States' closest trading partners. From Europe to Canada, foreign leaders are scrambling to respond to new 25% tariff threats on autos and metals—measures the president insists are necessary to force manufacturing back to U.S. soil.

The world may be buzzing about the Met Gala, but the most fashionable event in Atlanta this afternoon is happening at the Arthur M. Blank Hospital. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) is hosting its own "Mutt Gala", bringing the glitz and glamour of the red carpet to patients and their furry friends. The event is designed to give children a creative outlet and a "break from being a patient," turning the hospital’s state-of-the-art activity centers into a high-fashion runway.

Young students from Ivy Kids Early Learning Center deliver about 13,000 diapers to Helping Mamas Atlanta, supporting local families in need. The annual drive reflects the school's commitment to giving back and getting involved at a young age. Check out helpingmamas.org to learn how to get involved.

A mother was arrested in Hall County for allegedly abusing her son at least three times, according to officials. 

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth provided a high-stakes update on Tuesday on the military’s newly launched mission to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Titled "Project Freedom," the operation is designed to guide approximately 1,550 commercial vessels currently stranded in the Persian Gulf safely through the contested waterway. During a Pentagon briefing alongside Gen. Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Hegseth emphasized that the mission is "defensive in nature" and separate from major combat operations.  

The clock is officially ticking. We are just 37 days away from the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and the energy in Atlanta is reaching a fever pitch. Joining us for our weekly update is Kevin Egan, host of MLS 360 and an official ambassador for the Atlanta World Cup Host Committee. From roster crunches to the local form of Atlanta United, here is what you need to know.

The Online Food Pantry is teaming up with the Atlanta Community Food Bank to tackle food insecurity and prevent food waste in the metro Atlanta area. We speak with Fredrick West about their hope to feed 250 families with a drive-thru food distribution event. The organization can also deliver food straight to your door. You can find more information at theonlinefoodpantry.org.

Families begin to return home after the Brantley County fires reach 75% containment. The Forsyth County Fire Department is stepping up to support these families with a community-wide relief drive.