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.
Mortgage rates; expensive ZIP codes; treatonomics
Financial headlines for March 2, 2026, include lowest mortgage rates in years; most expensive ZIP codes in the US; treatonomics; and $1 sausage McMuffins from McDonald's.
Financial headlines for March 2, 2026, include lowest mortgage rates in years; most expensive ZIP codes in the US; treatonomics; and $1 sausage McMuffins from McDonald's.
2 arrested for attempted armed robbery at Stonecrest mall
Two people were arrested after DeKalb County police say an attempted armed robbery led to a shooting at The Mall at Stonecrest on Saturday afternoon.
Two people were arrested after DeKalb County police say an attempted armed robbery led to a shooting at The Mall at Stonecrest on Saturday afternoon.
Rally in Atlanta to support action against Iran
Attendees told FOX 5 they thank President Donald Trump for his intervention and hope he continues military operations in Iran.
Attendees told FOX 5 they thank President Donald Trump for his intervention and hope he continues military operations in Iran.
Incident reported at Greensboro aluminum plant
Officials said a "major fire incident" occurred at the Novelis facility in Greene County on Sunday afternoon.
Officials said a "major fire incident" occurred at the Novelis facility in Greene County on Sunday afternoon.
Former Georgia Tech QB Dominiq Ponder killed in Colorado crash
23-year-old Colorado quarterback and former Yellow Jacket Dominiq Ponder.
23-year-old Colorado quarterback and former Yellow Jacket Dominiq Ponder.
Motorcyclist killed in Sunday collision in Cobb County
A 31-year-old motorcyclist was killed Sunday evening following a head-on collision on Ebenezer Road, according to the Cobb County Police Department.
A 31-year-old motorcyclist was killed Sunday evening following a head-on collision on Ebenezer Road, according to the Cobb County Police Department.
Home catches fire on Peyton Road in SW Atlanta
A southwest Atlanta house was severely damaged early Monday morning after a fire tore through the residence, officials said.
A southwest Atlanta house was severely damaged early Monday morning after a fire tore through the residence, officials said.
Teens take over Atlanta Beltline over the weekend
Atlanta Police arrested 14 people associated with a teen takeover of the Atlanta Beltline on Saturday night.
Atlanta Police arrested 14 people associated with a teen takeover of the Atlanta Beltline on Saturday night.
Child shot at apartment complex in DeKalb County
A child was reportedly shot at an apartment complex in the Stone Mountain area of DeKalb County early Monday. Age is unknown at this time. Child expected to survive. Breaking news report. Kaitlyn Pratt reporting.
A child was reportedly shot at an apartment complex in the Stone Mountain area of DeKalb County early Monday. Age is unknown at this time. Child expected to survive. Breaking news report. Kaitlyn Pratt reporting.
Austin 6th Street shooting: What we know about gunman seen wearing 'Property of Allah' shirt
The story details a mass shooting in Austin's Sixth Street entertainment district that left three dead and 14 wounded, with investigators currently probing the gunman's potential ties to terrorism.
The story details a mass shooting in Austin's Sixth Street entertainment district that left three dead and 14 wounded, with investigators currently probing the gunman's potential ties to terrorism.