President Trump awards Medal of Honor to three Army heroes
On Monday, March 2, 2026, President Donald Trump presented the Medal of Honor to three U.S. Army soldiers during a ceremony at the White House. The recipients include a Vietnam War veteran credited with saving 85 lives, a soldier killed in Afghanistan while shielding an ally, and a World War II master sergeant who led a daring resistance in a POW camp.
On Monday, March 2, 2026, President Donald Trump presented the Medal of Honor to three U.S. Army soldiers during a ceremony at the White House. The recipients include a Vietnam War veteran credited with saving 85 lives, a soldier killed in Afghanistan while shielding an ally, and a World War II master sergeant who led a daring resistance in a POW camp.
Great Wolf Lodge introduces ranch milkshake
The Great Wolf Lodge is now offering a ranch milkshakes made with vanilla ice cream and ranch dressing. The milkshake is topped with carrots, celery, whipped cream and crispy chicken.
The Great Wolf Lodge is now offering a ranch milkshakes made with vanilla ice cream and ranch dressing. The milkshake is topped with carrots, celery, whipped cream and crispy chicken.
Congress set to debate war powers as Iran conflict is already unfolding
The U.S. Congress is preparing to open a war powers debate over President Donald Trump’s authority to strike Iran even as the bombing is already underway and the country is effectively at war.
The U.S. Congress is preparing to open a war powers debate over President Donald Trump’s authority to strike Iran even as the bombing is already underway and the country is effectively at war.
Charging conference for Colin Gray
A charging conference for the father of accused Apalachee High School shooter Colt Gray took place on Monday morning. Closing arguments in the trial of Colin Gray should take place Monday afternoon.
A charging conference for the father of accused Apalachee High School shooter Colt Gray took place on Monday morning. Closing arguments in the trial of Colin Gray should take place Monday afternoon.
Child reportedly shot by brother in DeKalb County
A child under the age of 10 was reportedly shot early Monday by his 21-year-old brother who was in the process of putting his gun away. It happened in DeKalb County. Reporter Tyler Fingert has the latest from the scene.
A child under the age of 10 was reportedly shot early Monday by his 21-year-old brother who was in the process of putting his gun away. It happened in DeKalb County. Reporter Tyler Fingert has the latest from the scene.
Here's where things stand after the US, Israeli strikes on Iran
After the U.S. and Israel targeted Iran in attacks during the weekend, there are concerns of a broader regional war after Iranian strikes hit Israel and U.S. military bases in the region and Gulf nations.
After the U.S. and Israel targeted Iran in attacks during the weekend, there are concerns of a broader regional war after Iranian strikes hit Israel and U.S. military bases in the region and Gulf nations.
Gas prices expected to go up after Iran attack
Experts say that the attack on Iran by the U.S. and Israel will drive up oil prices, which will drive up gasoline prices. Gas Buddy says those increases could begin as soon as today.
Experts say that the attack on Iran by the U.S. and Israel will drive up oil prices, which will drive up gasoline prices. Gas Buddy says those increases could begin as soon as today.
Closing arguments in Colin Gray’s Apalachee shooting trial
Closing arguments are scheduled for Monday afternoon, March 2, 2026, in the trial of Colin Gray. The father of the accused Apalachee High School shooter faces 29 felony counts, including second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter. Prosecutors argue Gray ignored extreme warning signs and gifted his son the rifle used in the September 2024 attack, while the defense contends he was a dedicated father unaware of his son's "hidden side."
Closing arguments are scheduled for Monday afternoon, March 2, 2026, in the trial of Colin Gray. The father of the accused Apalachee High School shooter faces 29 felony counts, including second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter. Prosecutors argue Gray ignored extreme warning signs and gifted his son the rifle used in the September 2024 attack, while the defense contends he was a dedicated father unaware of his son's "hidden side."
FBI investigates mass shooting as potential act of terrorism
The FBI and Austin Police are investigating a mass shooting at Buford’s Backyard Beer Garden on Sixth Street that left three dead and 14 injured early Sunday, March 1, 2026. Authorities identified the gunman as 53-year-old Ndiaga Diagne, a naturalized citizen from Senegal. Investigators are probing a "potential nexus to terrorism" after finding pro-Iranian symbols on the shooter and a Quran in his vehicle.
The FBI and Austin Police are investigating a mass shooting at Buford’s Backyard Beer Garden on Sixth Street that left three dead and 14 injured early Sunday, March 1, 2026. Authorities identified the gunman as 53-year-old Ndiaga Diagne, a naturalized citizen from Senegal. Investigators are probing a "potential nexus to terrorism" after finding pro-Iranian symbols on the shooter and a Quran in his vehicle.
Pentagon briefing: "Operation Epic Fury"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine held a rare on-camera briefing on Monday, March 2, 2026, to detail the strategic objectives behind "Operation Epic Fury." Hegseth declared the mission is "laser-focused" on destroying Iran’s missile and naval capabilities to prevent a nuclear breakout, while Gen. Caine confirmed that over 1,000 targets were struck in the first 24 hours of the joint U.S.-Israeli campaign.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine held a rare on-camera briefing on Monday, March 2, 2026, to detail the strategic objectives behind "Operation Epic Fury." Hegseth declared the mission is "laser-focused" on destroying Iran’s missile and naval capabilities to prevent a nuclear breakout, while Gen. Caine confirmed that over 1,000 targets were struck in the first 24 hours of the joint U.S.-Israeli campaign.
4 U.S. troops killed as regional war widens
Operation Epic Fury has entered a deadly new phase as U.S. Central Command confirms four American service members have been killed in Iranian retaliatory strikes. The conflict has rapidly expanded across the Middle East, with Hezbollah launching missile barrages into Israel, Iraqi militias targeting U.S. bases, and a "friendly fire" incident in Kuwait involving three U.S. fighter jets. As global oil prices surge, President Trump warns that combat operations will continue in "full force."
Operation Epic Fury has entered a deadly new phase as U.S. Central Command confirms four American service members have been killed in Iranian retaliatory strikes. The conflict has rapidly expanded across the Middle East, with Hezbollah launching missile barrages into Israel, Iraqi militias targeting U.S. bases, and a "friendly fire" incident in Kuwait involving three U.S. fighter jets. As global oil prices surge, President Trump warns that combat operations will continue in "full force."
Atlanta leaders push to ease jail overcrowding
Atlanta City Councilmember Kelsea Bond and community advocates held a press conference on March 2, 2026, to urge the expansion of jail diversion programs. Citing a "human rights crisis" at the Fulton County Jail, Bond’s resolution pushes for the use of citations over arrests for low-level offenses. The move comes as federal monitors warn that a court-ordered population cap may be necessary due to staffing shortages and dangerous conditions.
Atlanta City Councilmember Kelsea Bond and community advocates held a press conference on March 2, 2026, to urge the expansion of jail diversion programs. Citing a "human rights crisis" at the Fulton County Jail, Bond’s resolution pushes for the use of citations over arrests for low-level offenses. The move comes as federal monitors warn that a court-ordered population cap may be necessary due to staffing shortages and dangerous conditions.
Community honors 7-year-old killed in Atlanta shooting
A candlelight vigil will be held at 5 p.m. on Monday, March 2, 2026, to honor 7-year-old Zoey Price, who was killed in a drive-by shooting at her home on Tiger Flowers Drive. Atlanta Police continue to search for the suspect responsible for the gunfire that also wounded Zoey’s mother. The community is gathering to remember the young first-grader and athlete.
A candlelight vigil will be held at 5 p.m. on Monday, March 2, 2026, to honor 7-year-old Zoey Price, who was killed in a drive-by shooting at her home on Tiger Flowers Drive. Atlanta Police continue to search for the suspect responsible for the gunfire that also wounded Zoey’s mother. The community is gathering to remember the young first-grader and athlete.
Life Time fundraising event for Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Multiple locations of Life Time are hosting a fundraising event this weekend for Children's Healthcare of Atlanta to help young children with cancer.
Multiple locations of Life Time are hosting a fundraising event this weekend for Children's Healthcare of Atlanta to help young children with cancer.
Atlanta's annual St. Patrick's Day parade happening March 14
A St. Patrick’s Day tradition dating back to the 1800s is set to return to Midtown Atlanta this month.
A St. Patrick’s Day tradition dating back to the 1800s is set to return to Midtown Atlanta this month.
St. Patrick's Day parade scheduled for March 14
The annual St. Patrick's Day parade for metro Atlanta is scheduled for March 14 this year. There will be more than 100 entries in this year's parade.
The annual St. Patrick's Day parade for metro Atlanta is scheduled for March 14 this year. There will be more than 100 entries in this year's parade.
Parents charged after 8-year-old Hall County boy brings gun to school
Two Gainesville parents are facing charges after investigators say their 8-year-old son brought a handgun to Myers Elementary School last week.
Two Gainesville parents are facing charges after investigators say their 8-year-old son brought a handgun to Myers Elementary School last week.
Hitting the dance floor to support pediatric cancer families in metro Atlanta
The Hopstix Brewpub was transformed into a sea of western wear and rhythm as locals recently laced up their boots for "Boots and Brews: Hops for Hope."
The Hopstix Brewpub was transformed into a sea of western wear and rhythm as locals recently laced up their boots for "Boots and Brews: Hops for Hope."
Hops for Hope event help childhood cancer patients
The Hopstix Brewpub was transformed into a sea of western wear and rhythm as locals recently laced up their boots for "Boots and Brews: Hops for Hope."
The Hopstix Brewpub was transformed into a sea of western wear and rhythm as locals recently laced up their boots for "Boots and Brews: Hops for Hope."
8AM Top Stories for March 2, 2026
Monday morning top stories including child shot at DeKalb County apartment complex; weekend incident at Stonecrest mall; closing arguments in Colin Gray trial; teen takeover on Atlanta Beltline; traffic and weather.
Monday morning top stories including child shot at DeKalb County apartment complex; weekend incident at Stonecrest mall; closing arguments in Colin Gray trial; teen takeover on Atlanta Beltline; traffic and weather.