Rising baggage fees; Chicken salad danger; Things to Do
Trending stories on FOX5Atlanta.com include why baggage fees are going up; possible salmonella contamination of chicken salad sold in Blairsville; and things to do this weekend (Note: Jeep ride is on Saturday, not Sunday).
Trending stories on FOX5Atlanta.com include why baggage fees are going up; possible salmonella contamination of chicken salad sold in Blairsville; and things to do this weekend (Note: Jeep ride is on Saturday, not Sunday).
90th Dogwood Festival kicks off with tickets and security
Atlanta's oldest spring tradition is back! The 90th Dogwood Festival has officially begun at Piedmont Park. We have everything you need to know about the new $5–$10 entry fee, the security plan, and the can't-miss high school art exhibits.
Atlanta's oldest spring tradition is back! The 90th Dogwood Festival has officially begun at Piedmont Park. We have everything you need to know about the new $5–$10 entry fee, the security plan, and the can't-miss high school art exhibits.
Common vaccine slashes Alzheimer's disease risk when dose is increased
A new, stronger flu shot could slash Alzheimer’s risk in half, according to new data.
A new, stronger flu shot could slash Alzheimer’s risk in half, according to new data.
Person in critical condition after Zaxby's shooting
South Fulton Police officers are currently investigating a shooting at 5370 Campbellton Fairburn Road. The victim was transported to Grady Memorial Hospital for treatment and is currently in critical condition. The shooting occurred outside of the Zaxby's within the shopping center located at 5370 Hwy 92.
South Fulton Police officers are currently investigating a shooting at 5370 Campbellton Fairburn Road. The victim was transported to Grady Memorial Hospital for treatment and is currently in critical condition. The shooting occurred outside of the Zaxby's within the shopping center located at 5370 Hwy 92.
Coachella Weekend 1: Full livestream schedule
Don’t miss a beat of Coachella Weekend 1. Here is the full livestream schedule.
Don’t miss a beat of Coachella Weekend 1. Here is the full livestream schedule.
Tax Day 2026 approaching fast
The April 15th deadline for tax filing is fast approaching. We are joined by Robbin Caruso, a partner at Tax Department of Prager Metis, to break down the massive changes for the 2026 tax season and learn how you can save the most money.
The April 15th deadline for tax filing is fast approaching. We are joined by Robbin Caruso, a partner at Tax Department of Prager Metis, to break down the massive changes for the 2026 tax season and learn how you can save the most money.
1 critically injured in South Fulton shopping center shooting
An individual was shot at a South Fulton shopping center and is in critical condition.
An individual was shot at a South Fulton shopping center and is in critical condition.
Artemis II splashdown live: Timeline of events, minute by minute
NASA's historic Artemis 11 mission to the moon will end Friday when the Orion capsule splashes down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego around 8:07 p.m. EDT. Here's a timeline of the Orion capsule's return to Earth.
NASA's historic Artemis 11 mission to the moon will end Friday when the Orion capsule splashes down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego around 8:07 p.m. EDT. Here's a timeline of the Orion capsule's return to Earth.
UGA basketball player arrested on driving charges
A member of the University of Georgia men’s basketball team is facing charges following an arrest in Oconee County.
A member of the University of Georgia men’s basketball team is facing charges following an arrest in Oconee County.
Artemis II: From space to splashdown
Four astronauts aboard Artemis II are scheduled to return to Earth later today. The crew—NASA's Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover and Christina Koch and the Canadian Space Agency's Jeremy Hansen—are expected to splash down in the Pacific Ocean around 8:07 p.m. EDT on Friday.
Four astronauts aboard Artemis II are scheduled to return to Earth later today. The crew—NASA's Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover and Christina Koch and the Canadian Space Agency's Jeremy Hansen—are expected to splash down in the Pacific Ocean around 8:07 p.m. EDT on Friday.
Dozens displaced by Riverdale fire
Dozens of residents have been displaced by a massive fire at an apartment complex in Riverdale in Clayton County. This is a breaking news report.
Dozens of residents have been displaced by a massive fire at an apartment complex in Riverdale in Clayton County. This is a breaking news report.
Marjorie Taylor Greene calls for Trump’s removal, cites recent actions
Marjorie Taylor Greene is calling for President Donald Trump to be removed from office.
Marjorie Taylor Greene is calling for President Donald Trump to be removed from office.
More than 350k iron supplements recalled over violation of child-resistant packaging
Thousands of brands of dietary supplements that contain iron are being recalled because they are in violation of standard child-resistant packaging.
Thousands of brands of dietary supplements that contain iron are being recalled because they are in violation of standard child-resistant packaging.
Possible Salmonella contamination in Blairsville Ingles chicken salad
Georgia officials warn of possible Salmonella contamination in chicken salad sold at an Ingles in Blairsville.
Georgia officials warn of possible Salmonella contamination in chicken salad sold at an Ingles in Blairsville.
MTG says President Trump needs to be removed
Former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene is calling for President Trump to be removed from office because of recent comments and actions. Plus, Turning Point USA is coming to UGA.
Former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene is calling for President Trump to be removed from office because of recent comments and actions. Plus, Turning Point USA is coming to UGA.
Large apartment building fire in Riverdale
Fire crews responded to a large apartment building fire on Rock Hill Drive in Riverdale on Friday morning. It appears dozens have been displaced and at least one person injured. This is a breaking news report.
Fire crews responded to a large apartment building fire on Rock Hill Drive in Riverdale on Friday morning. It appears dozens have been displaced and at least one person injured. This is a breaking news report.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 69 latest updates
Friday marks Day 69 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. Nancy disappeared from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1, and authorities believe Nancy was taken from her home against her will.
Friday marks Day 69 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. Nancy disappeared from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1, and authorities believe Nancy was taken from her home against her will.
2-alarm fire in Clayton County displaces dozens, 1 injured
A two-alarm apartment fire on Garden Walk Boulevard displaced 36 residents Friday morning.
A two-alarm apartment fire on Garden Walk Boulevard displaced 36 residents Friday morning.
Man shot by law enforcement in Lavonia after alleged attack
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is investigating a deadly shooting involving the Lavonia Police Department and Georgia State Patrol in northeast Georgia.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is investigating a deadly shooting involving the Lavonia Police Department and Georgia State Patrol in northeast Georgia.
8AM Top Stories for 04/10/2026
Friday morning top stories include DeKalb officer shot; Lavonia fatal shooting; GSP troopers in a crash; mysterious death of teen; Atlanta weather and traffic.
Friday morning top stories include DeKalb officer shot; Lavonia fatal shooting; GSP troopers in a crash; mysterious death of teen; Atlanta weather and traffic.