Big toy drop happening Saturday for Toys for Tots
From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Marines and volunteers will collect donations at the Marietta Publix. The Marine Corps has been involved in the effort since 1947, helping deliver gifts to families who otherwise may not have presents on Christmas morning. Organizers say they especially need toys for children ages 0–2 and those 11–16.
From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Marines and volunteers will collect donations at the Marietta Publix. The Marine Corps has been involved in the effort since 1947, helping deliver gifts to families who otherwise may not have presents on Christmas morning. Organizers say they especially need toys for children ages 0–2 and those 11–16.
World Cup draw set to reveal match placements | Watch on FOX LOCAL
Excitement is building as Atlanta awaits key details for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Mercedes-Benz Stadium set to host eight of the tournament’s 104 matches, including a semifinal.
Excitement is building as Atlanta awaits key details for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Mercedes-Benz Stadium set to host eight of the tournament’s 104 matches, including a semifinal.
Metro Atlanta weekend forecast: Clouds linger as occasional showers move in
A gloomy pattern continues across North Georgia heading into the weekend, with stubborn cloud cover and pockets of light rain moving through parts of the region Friday morning.
A gloomy pattern continues across North Georgia heading into the weekend, with stubborn cloud cover and pockets of light rain moving through parts of the region Friday morning.
Countdown to the Draw
Today’s official FIFA World Cup draw will determine group placements for the 48 qualifying teams, setting the foundation for where and when matches will take place.
Today’s official FIFA World Cup draw will determine group placements for the 48 qualifying teams, setting the foundation for where and when matches will take place.
GoFundMe for Marquay the Goat raises $20K
A GoFundMe for Georgia TikTok star Marquay the Goat has raised more than $20,000. At this time, the cause of death for the 24-year-old Columbus native is still unknown.
A GoFundMe for Georgia TikTok star Marquay the Goat has raised more than $20,000. At this time, the cause of death for the 24-year-old Columbus native is still unknown.
Doctors ringing alarm about winter illness season
Doctors are ringing the alarm about the winter illness season and young children. According to the CDC, RSV activity is on the rise across the nation with an uptick in pediatric cases and emergency room visits. Handwashing, washing toys, keeping sick children home or staying away from sick children is key in the fight against illness.
Doctors are ringing the alarm about the winter illness season and young children. According to the CDC, RSV activity is on the rise across the nation with an uptick in pediatric cases and emergency room visits. Handwashing, washing toys, keeping sick children home or staying away from sick children is key in the fight against illness.
Culinary scholars complete final exam in Villa Rica after 18-month program
High school culinary students at the North College and Career Academy have completed their final culinary exam and practicum, marking a major milestone in their training.
High school culinary students at the North College and Career Academy have completed their final culinary exam and practicum, marking a major milestone in their training.
Georgia seeks payback against Alabama for SEC title
Excitement is building around Mercedes-Benz Stadium as Georgia and Alabama prepare for a high-stakes SEC Championship rematch Saturday.
Excitement is building around Mercedes-Benz Stadium as Georgia and Alabama prepare for a high-stakes SEC Championship rematch Saturday.
Man shot in neck at SW Atlanta apartment complex
A man in his 30s is in critical condition after he was shot in the neck inside a southwest Atlanta apartment on Peyton Place SW, according to police.
A man in his 30s is in critical condition after he was shot in the neck inside a southwest Atlanta apartment on Peyton Place SW, according to police.
Ethics panel says Burt Jones can loan $10M to gubernatorial bid
The State Ethics Commission has ruled that Lieutenant Gov. Burt Jones is permitted to loan his campaign for governor as much as $10 million in personal funds, according to the Georgia Recorder.
The State Ethics Commission has ruled that Lieutenant Gov. Burt Jones is permitted to loan his campaign for governor as much as $10 million in personal funds, according to the Georgia Recorder.
3 DeKalb County firefighters injured in crash Thursday night
Three DeKalb County firefighters were rushed to the hospital late Thursday after their fire truck crashed while responding to an emergency call.
Three DeKalb County firefighters were rushed to the hospital late Thursday after their fire truck crashed while responding to an emergency call.
2 dead in Coweta County, investigation underway
Authorities in Coweta County are investigating a homicide after two people were found dead inside a home on Little Road Thursday night. Deputies say they were called to the residence around 8 p.m. for what was initially reported as an “unknown problem.” This is breaking news. Marc Teichner reporting.
Authorities in Coweta County are investigating a homicide after two people were found dead inside a home on Little Road Thursday night. Deputies say they were called to the residence around 8 p.m. for what was initially reported as an “unknown problem.” This is breaking news. Marc Teichner reporting.
Dinner party dispute ends in deadly shooting, Smyrna police say
Suspect Nikia Williams surrendered Wednesday and is charged with murder in the shooting death of Tori Harris.
Suspect Nikia Williams surrendered Wednesday and is charged with murder in the shooting death of Tori Harris.
Silent prayer rally planned in Atlanta, across U.S. to protest immigration raids
Silent prayer rallies will be held nationwide Saturday to protest federal immigration raids.
Silent prayer rallies will be held nationwide Saturday to protest federal immigration raids.
Druid Hills High fate could be decided Monday
The DeKalb County Board of Education could decide the future of Druid Hills High School as early as next week.
The DeKalb County Board of Education could decide the future of Druid Hills High School as early as next week.
What will happen to Druid Hills High School?
The DeKalb County Board of Education could vote as soon as next week on whether to modernize Druid Hills High School. The latest plan would keep the school at its Haygood Drive location in Atlanta and calls for more than $140 million in renovations.
The DeKalb County Board of Education could vote as soon as next week on whether to modernize Druid Hills High School. The latest plan would keep the school at its Haygood Drive location in Atlanta and calls for more than $140 million in renovations.
$100K payout for fired city manager raises eyebrows in College Park
The city council fired city manager Lindell Miller after only two months.
The city council fired city manager Lindell Miller after only two months.
Silent prayer services schedule at ICE field offices
A national organization is sending out a call to action against the immigration raids that have been happening across the country.
A national organization is sending out a call to action against the immigration raids that have been happening across the country.
Silent prayer services schedule at ICE field offices
A national organization is sending out a call to action against the immigration raids that have been happening across the country.
A national organization is sending out a call to action against the immigration raids that have been happening across the country.
Friendly dinner turns into deadly shooting
Smyrna Police say 48 year old Tori Harris was was killed by a single gunshot outside his home in the Vinings Brooke subdivision early Sunday morning.
Smyrna Police say 48 year old Tori Harris was was killed by a single gunshot outside his home in the Vinings Brooke subdivision early Sunday morning.