Man run over after fight at Marietta nightclub, no charges filed yet
A man is hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being run over outside a Marietta nightclub early Saturday morning.
A man is hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being run over outside a Marietta nightclub early Saturday morning.
DOJ takes aim at food prices with meatpacking antitrust probe
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche joined Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Director of Trade and Manufacturing Peter Navarro on Monday, to announce a massive federal crackdown on anti-competitive practices within the meatpacking industry. The press conference marks a significant escalation in the Trump administration's effort to lower grocery bills, which have surged as the nation faces "exceptional" drought conditions and ongoing trade tensions. Blanche revealed that federal prosecutors have already reviewed more than 3 million documents and conducted hundreds of interviews in what is now being characterized as a criminal antitrust investigation.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche joined Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Director of Trade and Manufacturing Peter Navarro on Monday, to announce a massive federal crackdown on anti-competitive practices within the meatpacking industry. The press conference marks a significant escalation in the Trump administration's effort to lower grocery bills, which have surged as the nation faces "exceptional" drought conditions and ongoing trade tensions. Blanche revealed that federal prosecutors have already reviewed more than 3 million documents and conducted hundreds of interviews in what is now being characterized as a criminal antitrust investigation.
Teens intervene after alleged assault at Piedmont Park
What was supposed to be a quiet Sunday afternoon at Piedmont Park turned into a frightening ordeal for two women, but thanks to the quick thinking of a group of teenagers, a suspect is now behind bars. Atlanta Police have arrested a man after he allegedly exposed himself and assaulted a woman on Sunday, May 3, 2026. The incident highlights a growing concern over park safety as the city heads into the busy summer season.
What was supposed to be a quiet Sunday afternoon at Piedmont Park turned into a frightening ordeal for two women, but thanks to the quick thinking of a group of teenagers, a suspect is now behind bars. Atlanta Police have arrested a man after he allegedly exposed himself and assaulted a woman on Sunday, May 3, 2026. The incident highlights a growing concern over park safety as the city heads into the busy summer season.
Trump teases release of “very interesting" UFO files
President Donald Trump has hinted multiple times over the past few months at his administration releasing new information on UFOs.
President Donald Trump has hinted multiple times over the past few months at his administration releasing new information on UFOs.
I-75 Northbound lanes reopen after Bartow County wreck
Commuters faced heavy delays on Interstate 75 early Monday morning, following a multi-vehicle crash that snarled traffic during the peak of the rush hour. The collision occurred near the Emerson-Allatoona Road exit (Exit 283), causing major disruptions for those traveling northbound from the Acworth and Kennesaw areas toward Cartersville.
Commuters faced heavy delays on Interstate 75 early Monday morning, following a multi-vehicle crash that snarled traffic during the peak of the rush hour. The collision occurred near the Emerson-Allatoona Road exit (Exit 283), causing major disruptions for those traveling northbound from the Acworth and Kennesaw areas toward Cartersville.
Cole Allen removed from suicide watch; court hearing still set for Monday
The defense team for Cole Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner shooting, withdrew its request to remove him from suicide watch after learning the restriction had already been lifted, according to FOX News.
The defense team for Cole Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner shooting, withdrew its request to remove him from suicide watch after learning the restriction had already been lifted, according to FOX News.
Former Atlanta announcer, Yankees voice John Sterling dies at 87
Legendary sports broadcaster John Sterling, known for his decades-long run as the radio voice of the New York Yankees, has died at the age of 87.
Legendary sports broadcaster John Sterling, known for his decades-long run as the radio voice of the New York Yankees, has died at the age of 87.
8AM Top Stories for 05/04/2026
Top stories for Monday morning include a house fire in DeKalb County; 2 people dead in East Cobb after Sunday incident; woman allegedly attacked in Piedmont Park; War in Iran; gas prices; traffic and weather.
Top stories for Monday morning include a house fire in DeKalb County; 2 people dead in East Cobb after Sunday incident; woman allegedly attacked in Piedmont Park; War in Iran; gas prices; traffic and weather.
3 injured during Rays Road house fire
Three people were injured during a house fire on Rays Road in DeKalb County on Monday morning. A woman is in critical condition. A child and another resident are also being treated. This is a breaking news report. Lindsay Tuman reporting.
Three people were injured during a house fire on Rays Road in DeKalb County on Monday morning. A woman is in critical condition. A child and another resident are also being treated. This is a breaking news report. Lindsay Tuman reporting.
Multi-vehicle crash temporarily blocks lanes on I-75NB in Bartow County
A multi-vehicle crash has shut down two of three northbound lanes on I-75 near Emerson-Allatoona Road.
A multi-vehicle crash has shut down two of three northbound lanes on I-75 near Emerson-Allatoona Road.
Boil Water Advisory lifted for South Fulton, Fairburn
The City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management issued a precautionary boil water advisory Saturday for residents in Fairburn and South Fulton. It was lifted on Monday morning.
The City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management issued a precautionary boil water advisory Saturday for residents in Fairburn and South Fulton. It was lifted on Monday morning.
13 people injured in shooting near Oklahoma City
At least 13 people have been injured after a shooting near Oklahoma City.
At least 13 people have been injured after a shooting near Oklahoma City.
Neighbor reacts to deadly incident in Cobb County
A man and woman are dead following an incident on Sunday afternoon in Cobb County. Police say a man killed himself during a standoff with SWAT and they found a deceased woman inside the home. A neighbor describes the situation to FOX 5 Atlanta. Tara Jabour reporting.
A man and woman are dead following an incident on Sunday afternoon in Cobb County. Police say a man killed himself during a standoff with SWAT and they found a deceased woman inside the home. A neighbor describes the situation to FOX 5 Atlanta. Tara Jabour reporting.
Search continues for missing 16-year-old in SW Atlanta
A search continues for 16-year-old Benjamin Brathwaite, who disappeared from his southwest Atlanta home on Monday night. His family is "heartbroken" and "worried sick." Rey Llerena reporting.
A search continues for 16-year-old Benjamin Brathwaite, who disappeared from his southwest Atlanta home on Monday night. His family is "heartbroken" and "worried sick." Rey Llerena reporting.
Man arrested for setting fire to Sanford temple, high-speed chase, officials say
A man is in custody after officials said he set a Sanford Buddhist temple on fire before leading them on a high-speed chase that spanned several counties.
A man is in custody after officials said he set a Sanford Buddhist temple on fire before leading them on a high-speed chase that spanned several counties.
United flight strikes light pole and tractor-trailer landing at Newark Airport
A United Airlines flight arriving from Venice made contact with a light pole while on its final approach to Newark Liberty International Airport on Sunday afternoon, according to an airline statement.
A United Airlines flight arriving from Venice made contact with a light pole while on its final approach to Newark Liberty International Airport on Sunday afternoon, according to an airline statement.
Family 'worried sick' in search for 16-year-old Benjamin Brathwaite
The search for a missing 16-year-old boy in southwest Atlanta has entered its sixth day as family members work around the clock to bring him home. Benjamin Brathwaite was last seen Monday night leaving his neighborhood on foot without any way to be contacted.
The search for a missing 16-year-old boy in southwest Atlanta has entered its sixth day as family members work around the clock to bring him home. Benjamin Brathwaite was last seen Monday night leaving his neighborhood on foot without any way to be contacted.
Marcye Scott running to fill father David Scott's seat
The daughter of late Congressman David Scott has officially announced her intent to enter the race to succeed him in Georgia’s 13th Congressional District.
The daughter of late Congressman David Scott has officially announced her intent to enter the race to succeed him in Georgia’s 13th Congressional District.
Man exposed himself, assaulted woman at Piedmont Park
A woman is speaking out after she was allegedly attacked by a man at Piedmont Park last Sunday.
A woman is speaking out after she was allegedly attacked by a man at Piedmont Park last Sunday.
2 dead after Cobb SWAT strandoff on Vandiver Drive
Two people are dead following a Cobb County SWAT standoff on Vandiver Drive on Sunday. The GBI is investigating.
Two people are dead following a Cobb County SWAT standoff on Vandiver Drive on Sunday. The GBI is investigating.