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A family vacation to Europe turned into what a federal lawsuit describes as a nightmare in the sky, involving possible bed bugs. 

A group of 19 Buddhist monks continuing a cross-country Walk for Peace made their way through Atlanta on December 29, 2025. FOX 5’s Doug Evans met the group as they passed through the city, drawing support from thousands of people who joined them along the route. The monks, who have been documenting their journey on social media, are walking thousands of miles to promote unity, compassion, and nonviolence. One of the monks lost a leg in a horrific accident towards the beginning of the walk but rejoined the walk again on 12/29/25 in Atlanta with the rest of the monks. Supporters gathered to listen, walk alongside them, and show solidarity with their message of peace.

A Virginia family has filed a lawsuit against Delta Air Lines and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines after claiming they were bitten by bedbugs during an international flight from Atlanta to Amsterdam. According to court documents, the family noticed insects crawling on their clothing just hours into the trip and later suffered painful bites that required medical treatment. The lawsuit alleges the infestation caused lasting physical and emotional distress, forced them to discard personal belongings, and disrupted their travel plans. Delta says it is reviewing the claims, while KLM has not publicly commented. The case is raising new questions about airline sanitation and passenger safety on long-haul flights.

Avenue Peachtree City is celebrating its annual noon New Year’s Eve, a beloved community tradition perfect for families. The event takes place December 31 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and features a DJ, face painting, a bounce house, and more, all leading up to a festive balloon drop at noon. Kelly Lawrence, marketing manager for Avenue Peachtree City, shared details about the fun and family-friendly activities planned.

A new report shows the Trump administration is using the Justice Department to investigate federal contractors over diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) hiring policies. Officials are invoking the False Claims Act—traditionally used for billing fraud—arguing DEI policies may violate federal contracts. Companies under review include Google and Verizon as part of this unprecedented approach to DEI compliance.

Erika Morris is close to completing an ambitious Lego challenge: building one set every day for 365 consecutive days. She recently showcased a grand piano, built live on social media, and has completed sets in locations like Italy and New York. Fans love watching her creative process. As part of giving back, Erika plans to donate 200 of her Lego sets to children in hospitals and families who can’t afford them.

Veterans and military spouses in Atlanta are finding new career opportunities thanks to a partnership between Hire Heroes USA and Norfolk Southern. Since December 2024, Norfolk Southern has invested $200,000 to support career coaching, mentoring, and employment programs. Over the past year, Hire Heroes USA has helped more than 6,200 of its 10,000 clients secure meaningful jobs, giving returning service members a pathway to successful post-military careers.

President Donald Trump is weighing major diplomatic moves as global tensions rise. The White House says Trump has offered Ukraine long-term security assurances as part of ongoing negotiations aimed at ending the war, though Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has pushed for stronger guarantees. At the same time, Trump is preparing for high-stakes talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as ceasefire efforts between Israel and Hamas remain fragile. Questions also continue to swirl over Iran as U.S. officials monitor potential threats.

Atlanta police say shots were fired during a chaotic scene at Atlantic Station Saturday evening as hundreds of teens gathered in the area. Officers responded around 7:15 p.m. after reports of fireworks being launched into crowds, later confirming there was also gunfire and damage to at least one business. Police say between 400 and 500 teens were involved, and at least five were detained as officers worked to clear the area. No injuries have been reported, and the investigation remains ongoing.

The Walk for Peace arrived in Trilith early Monday afternoon for a lunch break. Buddhist monks are walking from Texas to Washington DC. They will spend the night tonight in Morrow and will make a stop Tuesday afternoon in Decatur.