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A 7-year-old boy has been identified as Anthony B. Jones after an accidental shooting resulted in his death on Loveless Drive. A neighbor commented on how adults need to be more responsible when keeping guns in the house near young kids.

Georgia health officials are sounding the alarm as flu deaths hit a 5-year high. Experts say a combination of low vaccination rates and a rise in other respiratory viruses like RSV is straining the healthcare system. Healthbeat reporter Rebecca Grapevine joined us to break down these troubling numbers.

Iran has dismissed a major American proposal to pause the war, issuing counter-demands for reparations and sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz. In a briefing, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt claimed that Operation Epic Fury is meeting its goals as U.S. paratroopers prepare for potential deployment.

Kate Schoenke's 19-year-old son was killed in Little Five Points in April of 2025 when a fleeing vehicle being chased by Georgia State Patrol struck his vehicle. Schoenke has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the state, who she claims should not have pursued a fleeing vehicle into a busy pedestrian area.

South Fulton Police Officer Micheal Shealey Cockran has been arrested and faces firing after being charged with an on-duty sexual assault of a domestic violence victim.

A fire in Rome, Ga has prompted emergency evacuations for approximately 50 residents are Winthrop Senior Living. This fire comes just after the devastating fire destruction of the Historical Floyd County Courthouse nearby.

Interim Public Safety Director, Dr. Cedric Alexander, spoke at a press conference regarding the arrest of a South Fulton police officer, Michael Cockran, who has been charged with multiple felonies including sexual assault.

The 7-year-old boy who apparently shot himself overnight while playing with a gun was identified by the medical examiner. It is unknown if anyone will be charged at this time. Aungelique Proctor reporting. 

Acting TSA Administrator Ha Nguyen McNeill testified before the House Homeland Security Committee today regarding the use of ICE agents to supplement TSA staffing shortages amid the partial government shutdown diverting payment from TSA agents.

The Norfolk Southern safety train is in East Point this week to provide free, hands-on emergency response training for Atlanta-area first responders. The program offers local agencies real-world simulations, including locomotive emergencies and tank car assessments. The initiative aims to enhance public safety by equipping firefighters and police with the tools needed to handle rail-related incidents effectively. Our Chris Rosenthal is live at the training site with a look at the simulations.

Atlanta and Decatur first responders are joining community partners to assemble hundreds of "Sensory Trauma Kits" for children in crisis. The Kits4Kids initiative aims to equip 100% of patrol units with tools designed to comfort children during emergencies like car accidents or fires. NFL star Michael Carter II and Walmart associates joined the effort at the At Promise Center and local Walmart. Our Eli Jordan reports on how these kits help provide immediate cognitive distraction for kids.

Hawaii residents and National Guard troops are clearing debris following the state's most devastating flooding in over 20 years. Officials estimate damages could exceed $1 billion after more than 5,500 people were placed under evacuation orders. Gov. Josh Green is seeking federal emergency funding as concerns grow over a 120-year-old dam north of Honolulu. While many return home to assess the tragedy, additional rain on Oahu triggered a new round of flooding Monday.