Rabid coyote confirmed after attacks on humans, pets in Buford
A coyote that attacked multiple people and pets in Buford late last month has tested positive for rabies, prompting public health officials to urge residents to take precautions.
A coyote that attacked multiple people and pets in Buford late last month has tested positive for rabies, prompting public health officials to urge residents to take precautions.
Drones becoming part of NYE show in Las Vegas
Thousands of fireworks will once again be shot from the rooftops of hotel-casinos along the Las Vegas Strip, but this year they will be joined by drones. Here's a look at what is expected.
Thousands of fireworks will once again be shot from the rooftops of hotel-casinos along the Las Vegas Strip, but this year they will be joined by drones. Here's a look at what is expected.
8AM Top Stories for 12/31/2025
Wednesday morning's top stories include man shot by police in Gwinnett County; New Year's Eve countdown in Atlanta; monks headed to Snellville temple; high fire danger and more.
Wednesday morning's top stories include man shot by police in Gwinnett County; New Year's Eve countdown in Atlanta; monks headed to Snellville temple; high fire danger and more.
Kids unable to read analog clocks
Teachers in New York City recently discovered their students have a difficult time reading an analog clock after a recent cell phone ban.
Teachers in New York City recently discovered their students have a difficult time reading an analog clock after a recent cell phone ban.
American Kennel Club adds 3 dog breeds
The American Kennel Club has added three dog breeds to its roster, including a terrier named for a U.S. president.
The American Kennel Club has added three dog breeds to its roster, including a terrier named for a U.S. president.
Walk for Peace continues through Georgia | Where to see them Wednesday
Buddhist monks participating in a 2,300-mile Walk for Peace are making stops in metro Atlanta Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday as part of their ongoing pilgrimage from Texas to Washington, D.C.
Buddhist monks participating in a 2,300-mile Walk for Peace are making stops in metro Atlanta Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday as part of their ongoing pilgrimage from Texas to Washington, D.C.
Walk for Peace monks headed to Snellville temple
The Walk for Peace Buddhist monks are headed to a Buddhist temple in Snellville today to be reunited with a monk who was injured earlier on their journey and to meet with the public once again. After that, they will continue their journey through Georgia.
The Walk for Peace Buddhist monks are headed to a Buddhist temple in Snellville today to be reunited with a monk who was injured earlier on their journey and to meet with the public once again. After that, they will continue their journey through Georgia.
New Year's Eve 2025 weather in metro Atlanta | What to expect
Cold but manageable weather is expected across metro Atlanta and North Georgia as people ring in the New Year.
Cold but manageable weather is expected across metro Atlanta and North Georgia as people ring in the New Year.
Multiple new laws for Georgia in 2026 | Here are some big ones
A new slate of Georgia laws takes effect Thursday ushering in changes that affect vehicle regulations, homeowners insurance protections, ethics investigations and specialty license plates.
A new slate of Georgia laws takes effect Thursday ushering in changes that affect vehicle regulations, homeowners insurance protections, ethics investigations and specialty license plates.
Breaking down new laws in 2026
Several new laws will go into effect Jan. 1, 2026, for the state of Georgia and anchor Alex Whittler is breaking them down.
Several new laws will go into effect Jan. 1, 2026, for the state of Georgia and anchor Alex Whittler is breaking them down.
Atlanta PD releases 911 call related to cop murder-suicide
Atlanta Police have released the 911 call related to the murder-suicide involving a police investigator and woman in the Virginia-Highland neighborhood. This call could be disturbing to viewers.
Atlanta Police have released the 911 call related to the murder-suicide involving a police investigator and woman in the Virginia-Highland neighborhood. This call could be disturbing to viewers.
Car lands in Nevada pool after going airborne
Surveillance video from Nevada captures the shocking moments a car flies through the air and crashes into a home's backyard and swimming pool. No serious injuries reported.
Surveillance video from Nevada captures the shocking moments a car flies through the air and crashes into a home's backyard and swimming pool. No serious injuries reported.
Countdown Over ATL | What to know
New Year's Eve will look a little different in the City of Atlanta this year. The Peach Drop is no longer happening. Instead, there will be a drone show and synchronized fireworks, according to Mayor Andre Dickens.
New Year's Eve will look a little different in the City of Atlanta this year. The Peach Drop is no longer happening. Instead, there will be a drone show and synchronized fireworks, according to Mayor Andre Dickens.
Man shot, killed in Gwinnett County by police
A man was killed late Tuesday night following a vehicle pursuit, foot chase, and shooting in Gwinnett County, according to police.
A man was killed late Tuesday night following a vehicle pursuit, foot chase, and shooting in Gwinnett County, according to police.
Mother of slain DeKalb County man calls for justice: 'You don’t have the right to take it'
The mother of Christopher Blake Verdell is pleading for justice as the gunman remains at large following the fatal shooting of her son in Stone Mountain.
The mother of Christopher Blake Verdell is pleading for justice as the gunman remains at large following the fatal shooting of her son in Stone Mountain.
Stone Mountain man gunned down: A mother's message
The mother of a man gunned down at an apartment complex in Stone Mountain says these past couple of weeks without her son have been painful.
The mother of a man gunned down at an apartment complex in Stone Mountain says these past couple of weeks without her son have been painful.
New Year's fireworks: Why officials want you to rethink them this year
North Georgia fire officials are urging residents to avoid backyard fireworks this New Year's Eve due to high winds and low humidity that create dangerous, fast-moving fire conditions.
North Georgia fire officials are urging residents to avoid backyard fireworks this New Year's Eve due to high winds and low humidity that create dangerous, fast-moving fire conditions.
High fire danger could dampen NYE celebratons
Low humidity and high winds are creating dangerous fire conditions across much of north Georgia as residents prepare for New Year’s Eve celebrations. Firefighters in Cherokee County are warning the public to skip backyard fireworks this year to prevent accidental blazes.
Low humidity and high winds are creating dangerous fire conditions across much of north Georgia as residents prepare for New Year’s Eve celebrations. Firefighters in Cherokee County are warning the public to skip backyard fireworks this year to prevent accidental blazes.
Monks in Decatur: Walk of Peace greeted with open arms
Nineteen Buddhist monks held a peace rally in Decatur during a 2,300-mile journey from Texas to Washington, D.C.
Nineteen Buddhist monks held a peace rally in Decatur during a 2,300-mile journey from Texas to Washington, D.C.
Bodycam video shows Coweta County K-9 Kilo nabbing wanted felon after high-speed chase
Coweta County K-9 Kilo, who survived being shot in 2023, successfully apprehended a wanted convicted child molester following a high-speed chase.
Coweta County K-9 Kilo, who survived being shot in 2023, successfully apprehended a wanted convicted child molester following a high-speed chase.