Longtime Georgia Congressman David Scott dies at 80

David Scott, a longtime Georgia congressman and former chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died at the age of 80 after nearly five decades in elected office.

Atlanta murder suspect killed by SWAT during manhunt
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Cobb County SWAT officers shot and killed 31-year-old Damian Strozier in the woods by Leland Drive on Tuesday night after an hours-long manhunt. 

Operation 420 raids uncover illegal THC sales in North Georgia

Several businesses in Towns County are under investigation after law enforcement seized illegal intoxicating products during a multi-agency operation.

Casting Call: Tyler Perry’s Zatima and Netflix series roles

This week’s “Casting Call with Tess Hammock" features opportunities for Macon locals, background roles on a Tyler Perry production, and a Netflix series filming in Georgia. There’s also a non-union film seeking hockey players and a broadcasting job opening in Clayton County.

Major South Georgia wildfires impacting metro area
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FOX 5 Atlanta Storm Team meteorologist Jonathan Stacey breaks down what is going on with the wildfires in South Georgia and the impact that it is having on metro Atlanta and its residents. 

Wings For All helps disabled individuals practice traveling
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A unique program helps make air travel more accessible and less stressful for people with disabilities. Wings For All returns to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to provide participants a chance to rehearse every step of travel from security to deplaning.

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 81 latest updates

Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing for 81 days. Authorities believe she was abducted from her Tucson-area home sometime between Jan. 31 and Feb. 1.

Midterm shake-up: Inside the Virginia redistricting vote
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A narrow 51.5% majority in Virginia has approved a new congressional map that could redefine the 2026 midterms. We break down the projections that show a massive setback for Republicans, the looming court battles, and why Virginia governor Abigail Spanberger calls this a critical check on the White House.

'Traffic's gonna get worse': GDOT speaks on GA400 plans
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Georgia Department of Transportation officials spoke at the groundbreaking ceremony for upgrades to a 16-mile stretch of Georgia 400. Officials note that a massive increase in Atlanta population is expected in the next 25 years and this project is an effort to get ahead of the traffic this will bring.

Best Buy names Jason Bonfig as next CEO, Corie Barry to step down in October

Best Buy announced Wednesday that Jason Bonfig will become the company’s next chief executive officer, succeeding current CEO Corie Barry, who plans to step down at the end of October.

Cobb SWAT fatally shoots Atlanta murder suspect, GBI says

Cobb County SWAT officers shot and killed a 31-year-old murder suspect in the woods Tuesday night following a search that lasted several hours.

Dave Mason, songwriter known as a co-founder of Traffic, has died at the age of 79

Songwriter and guitarist Dave Mason died Sunday at his home in Gardnerville, Nevada, according to a spokesperson confirmed to USA Today. No cause of death was announced. 

Smoke in air possibly caused by wildfires
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Wildfires in south Georgia have resulted in heavy smoke in the Valdosta area and moderate smoke reaching I-75. 

Virginia voters back redistricting plan, here’s what that means for seats in Congress

Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a mid‑decade redistricting plan that could improve Democrats’ chances of picking up as many as four additional U.S. House seats in November’s midterm elections, which will determine control of a narrowly divided Congress.

New Google data center planned for LaGrange in Troup County

Google announced plans to build a new data center in LaGrange, expanding its long-term investment in Georgia’s digital infrastructure.

Fire leaves Cobb County apartment building uninhabitable

Twelve apartments were damaged and a building was left uninhabitable after a fire broke out early Wednesday morning on Ridenour Parkway in Cobb County.

UGA women’s tennis honored at White House event

The University of Georgia women’s tennis team is being recognized on a national stage after winning its latest championship title.

Loganville students win contests promoting safe driving

A group of students at Loganville High School is being recognized after winning multiple contests focused on teen driving safety.

Loganville students win contest promoting safe driving
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A group of students at Loganville High School is being recognized after winning multiple contests focused on teen driving safety.