National Robotics Week: Robots in the real world
It's National Robotics Week, and robots are quickly moving into everyday spaces! But the big question now isn’t what they can do, it’s whether they can safely operate around us. We spoke to Chris Matthieu, VP of Developer Ecosystem at RealSense, to learn what has changed in robotics over the years, how robots navigate with sensors and cameras, and what robots might look like in retail and service industries.
It's National Robotics Week, and robots are quickly moving into everyday spaces! But the big question now isn’t what they can do, it’s whether they can safely operate around us. We spoke to Chris Matthieu, VP of Developer Ecosystem at RealSense, to learn what has changed in robotics over the years, how robots navigate with sensors and cameras, and what robots might look like in retail and service industries.
Domestic dispute leads to gunfire in Norcross; 2 shot
A man and a woman are recovering at a hospital after a domestic incident led to a double shooting at a Norcross home early Wednesday morning.
A man and a woman are recovering at a hospital after a domestic incident led to a double shooting at a Norcross home early Wednesday morning.
Witness recounts SE Atlanta shooting that killed woman
A man who lives in the southeast Atlanta neighborhood where a woman was shot to death in her vehicle on Wednesday morning describes what he head. Kevyn Stewart reporting.
A man who lives in the southeast Atlanta neighborhood where a woman was shot to death in her vehicle on Wednesday morning describes what he head. Kevyn Stewart reporting.
Road rage suspect shot in Banks County
A driver suspected of being involved in a road-rage incident was shot by Banks County Sheriff's Office deputies after reportedly opening fire during a chase. Annie Mapp reporting.
A driver suspected of being involved in a road-rage incident was shot by Banks County Sheriff's Office deputies after reportedly opening fire during a chase. Annie Mapp reporting.
Lights, Camera, Celebration: Metro South CID turns 10
Metro South Community Improvement District is celebrating a major milestone with its 10th anniversary by holding an event at Shadowbox Studios. FOX 5's Eli Jordan has a look at how the program is bringing together community leaders, elected officials, and guests.
Metro South Community Improvement District is celebrating a major milestone with its 10th anniversary by holding an event at Shadowbox Studios. FOX 5's Eli Jordan has a look at how the program is bringing together community leaders, elected officials, and guests.
District 14 candidates share post-runoff message
Republican Clay Fuller has won the runoff election to fill the remainder of Marjorie Taylor Greene's term in Georgia's 14th District, securing 55% of the vote. Democrat Shawn Harris, a retired Army Brigadier General, shares his thoughts with supporters after trailing by approximately 4,500 votes.
Republican Clay Fuller has won the runoff election to fill the remainder of Marjorie Taylor Greene's term in Georgia's 14th District, securing 55% of the vote. Democrat Shawn Harris, a retired Army Brigadier General, shares his thoughts with supporters after trailing by approximately 4,500 votes.
Students lead effort to bring blood drives back to KSU campus
After a hiatus of more than a year, students at Kennesaw State University (KSU) are taking matters into their own hands to revitalize campus blood donations. Our Chris Rosenthal is live on the Kennesaw campus where a major student-led initiative is currently underway.
After a hiatus of more than a year, students at Kennesaw State University (KSU) are taking matters into their own hands to revitalize campus blood donations. Our Chris Rosenthal is live on the Kennesaw campus where a major student-led initiative is currently underway.
Pentagon outlines "high-alert" status during Iran ceasefire
A global catastrophe appears to have been averted as the United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, halting what President Trump had previously warned would be a "civilization-ending" escalation. The deal, brokered in the final hours before a massive U.S. strike was set to commence, is centered on the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Leadership at the Pentagon held a briefing Wednesday morning to outline the military’s posture during the pause. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair General Dan Caine addressed the strategic shift, emphasizing that while the bombers are grounded for now.
A global catastrophe appears to have been averted as the United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, halting what President Trump had previously warned would be a "civilization-ending" escalation. The deal, brokered in the final hours before a massive U.S. strike was set to commence, is centered on the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Leadership at the Pentagon held a briefing Wednesday morning to outline the military’s posture during the pause. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair General Dan Caine addressed the strategic shift, emphasizing that while the bombers are grounded for now.
Angels, Braves players get into wild brawl after high pitch to Jorge Soler
The Los Angeles Angels and Atlanta Braves got into a frenzied fight on Tuesday night in the bottom of the fifth inning with one out and a runner on first base.
The Los Angeles Angels and Atlanta Braves got into a frenzied fight on Tuesday night in the bottom of the fifth inning with one out and a runner on first base.
Road rage incident reportedly leads to I-85 fatal shooting
An individual is dead following a shooting involving the Banks County Sheriff’s Office on Interstate 85 Wednesday morning.
An individual is dead following a shooting involving the Banks County Sheriff’s Office on Interstate 85 Wednesday morning.
All lanes open again after I-85 shooting
All lanes have re-opened on I-85 Northbound after an officer-involved shooting shut down traffic. Banks County Sheriff's Office is investigating.
All lanes have re-opened on I-85 Northbound after an officer-involved shooting shut down traffic. Banks County Sheriff's Office is investigating.
US still plans to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Liberia despite Costa Rica agreement
U.S. government attorneys told a federal judge Tuesday that the Department of Homeland Security still intends to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Liberia, even though Costa Rica has agreed to accept deportees who cannot legally be returned to their home countries.
U.S. government attorneys told a federal judge Tuesday that the Department of Homeland Security still intends to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Liberia, even though Costa Rica has agreed to accept deportees who cannot legally be returned to their home countries.
Global air chief warns it could take months to replenish jet fuel supply
Worldwide aviation executives said that it could still take months to recover the jet fuel supply even if Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz.
Worldwide aviation executives said that it could still take months to recover the jet fuel supply even if Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz.
Influencer, podcast host files lawsuit against Dunwoody massage parlor
Influencer and podcast host Melanie Avalon alleges she was sexually assaulted during a 2022 massage at a Dunwoody spa, prompting a lawsuit against the business.
Influencer and podcast host Melanie Avalon alleges she was sexually assaulted during a 2022 massage at a Dunwoody spa, prompting a lawsuit against the business.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 67 latest updates
Wednesday marks Day 67 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.
Wednesday marks Day 67 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.
Influencer claims sexual assault at Dunwoody spa
Social media influencer and podcaster Melanie Avalon says she was assaulted on Valentine's Day in 2022 at a spa in Dunwoody.
Social media influencer and podcaster Melanie Avalon says she was assaulted on Valentine's Day in 2022 at a spa in Dunwoody.
8AM Top Stories for 04/08/2026
Wednesday morning top stories include woman shot to death in SE Atlanta; armed robbery suspect shot during chase in Clayton County; 911 calls released for Piedmont Park shooting; Clay Fuller wins MTG seat; weather and traffic.
Wednesday morning top stories include woman shot to death in SE Atlanta; armed robbery suspect shot during chase in Clayton County; 911 calls released for Piedmont Park shooting; Clay Fuller wins MTG seat; weather and traffic.
Masters gnome demand grows as fans rush to buy
Fans are lining up early at Augusta National to buy the popular Masters garden gnome.
Fans are lining up early at Augusta National to buy the popular Masters garden gnome.
The Masters Tournament gnome highly sought
The Masters Tournament gnome is a high-sought, limited-edition collectible sold exclusively at the Augusta National Golf Club. Good Day Atlanta's Buck Lanford reporting from Augusta.
The Masters Tournament gnome is a high-sought, limited-edition collectible sold exclusively at the Augusta National Golf Club. Good Day Atlanta's Buck Lanford reporting from Augusta.
Offset spotted outside hospital
Atlanta rapper Offset was spotted outside of a Florida hospital after being injured in a shooting at a Florida casino. Another rapper has been arrested in connection with the incident, but not for shooting Offset.
Atlanta rapper Offset was spotted outside of a Florida hospital after being injured in a shooting at a Florida casino. Another rapper has been arrested in connection with the incident, but not for shooting Offset.