'Nuisance house' raided after underage girl assaulted
Paulding County deputies raided a home on Cohran Store Road in Douglasville last week after investigators say an underage girl was sexually assaulted during a house party where minors had been drinking.
Paulding County deputies raided a home on Cohran Store Road in Douglasville last week after investigators say an underage girl was sexually assaulted during a house party where minors had been drinking.
Mother still in disbelief over teen daughter's death
Nandi Hamilton's daughter, 16-year-old Taylor Hamilton, was gunned down on Thanksgiving Day in an Ellenwood neighborhood. Her mother shares her grief over planning a funeral instead of Christmas.
Nandi Hamilton's daughter, 16-year-old Taylor Hamilton, was gunned down on Thanksgiving Day in an Ellenwood neighborhood. Her mother shares her grief over planning a funeral instead of Christmas.
Atlanta Public Schools approves plan to close or repurpose 16 schools
APS approved a districtwide plan to close or repurpose 16 schools starting in 2027 during Wednesday night's meeting.
APS approved a districtwide plan to close or repurpose 16 schools starting in 2027 during Wednesday night's meeting.
Last full moon of 2025 could be crashed by clouds
The Cold Moon is the last full moon and last supermoon of 2025.
The Cold Moon is the last full moon and last supermoon of 2025.
DeKalb family alleges sexual assault on school bus
A DeKalb County mother says her autistic daughter was allegedly sexually assaulted by another student while riding a school bus.
A DeKalb County mother says her autistic daughter was allegedly sexually assaulted by another student while riding a school bus.
Chauvin files for new trial over conviction in George Floyd's murder
Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of second-degree unintentional murder for the death of George Floyd, has filed an appeal asking for a new trial.
Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of second-degree unintentional murder for the death of George Floyd, has filed an appeal asking for a new trial.
Men charged after meth found with fruit; Suspect arrested after escaping courthouse | FOX 5 News
About 1,600 pounds of meth is off the street and multiple men face federal charges after it was discovered in pallets of fruit. A rape suspect has been re-arrested after he escaped a courthouse before his hearing.
About 1,600 pounds of meth is off the street and multiple men face federal charges after it was discovered in pallets of fruit. A rape suspect has been re-arrested after he escaped a courthouse before his hearing.
Blackberry shipments hid nearly 1,600 pounds of meth, two convicted criminals charged
Nearly 1,600 pounds of cartel-linked meth hidden in blackberry shipments were seized in Georgia, leading to federal charges against two convicted felons.
Nearly 1,600 pounds of cartel-linked meth hidden in blackberry shipments were seized in Georgia, leading to federal charges against two convicted felons.
Metro Atlanta rents surge as wages lag, forcing families to keep moving
Metro Atlanta rents have soared far faster than wages over the past decade, forcing families like Emerald Fox’s to keep moving as the ARC pushes for more affordable housing development.
Metro Atlanta rents have soared far faster than wages over the past decade, forcing families like Emerald Fox’s to keep moving as the ARC pushes for more affordable housing development.
Rent prices rising across metro Atlanta
Metro Atlanta asking rents have surged 60–100% in a decade, far outpacing wage growth. Some counties now see average rents above $2,000 per month. Atlanta Regional Commission says expanding housing supply — including affordable units — is critical to easing pressure.
Metro Atlanta asking rents have surged 60–100% in a decade, far outpacing wage growth. Some counties now see average rents above $2,000 per month. Atlanta Regional Commission says expanding housing supply — including affordable units — is critical to easing pressure.
Escaped inmate arrested after knocking on doors
Sheriff Levett says the investigation into inmate Timothy Shane’s escape now has "renewed focus." Shane was recaptured three days later in an abandoned Rockdale County home after multiple sightings. Investigators are still determining how he ordered an Uber and whether he had outside help.
Sheriff Levett says the investigation into inmate Timothy Shane’s escape now has "renewed focus." Shane was recaptured three days later in an abandoned Rockdale County home after multiple sightings. Investigators are still determining how he ordered an Uber and whether he had outside help.
Third DeKalb family alleges sexual assault on school bus
A third DeKalb County family has come forward to claim their 9-year-old autistic daughter was sexually assaulted while riding her school bus.
A third DeKalb County family has come forward to claim their 9-year-old autistic daughter was sexually assaulted while riding her school bus.
Blackberries, meth, and the cartel connection
Nearly 1,600 pounds of methamphetamine were intercepted in a multi-agency effort last month. Who investigators say was behind the massive shipment of drugs.
Nearly 1,600 pounds of methamphetamine were intercepted in a multi-agency effort last month. Who investigators say was behind the massive shipment of drugs.
Stay frosty: Mug Root Beer unveils new cologne in time for holidays
Root beer fans who have ever wanted to - voluntarily - wear it, are in luck. Just in time for the holidays, Mug Root Beer is releasing its first-ever limited edition cologne.
Root beer fans who have ever wanted to - voluntarily - wear it, are in luck. Just in time for the holidays, Mug Root Beer is releasing its first-ever limited edition cologne.
Collins Hill talent signs with Stanford, Purdue, and LSU
At Signing Day, Collins Hill stars Deuce Geralds, Atticus Joseph, and Katrell Webb made big college decisions — Joseph to Stanford and Webb to Purdue, while Geralds’ commitment to LSU is currently on pause. Reporter Eli Jordan spoke with Atticus and his father, Adam, about family influence, excitement, and what this milestone means for his football future.
At Signing Day, Collins Hill stars Deuce Geralds, Atticus Joseph, and Katrell Webb made big college decisions — Joseph to Stanford and Webb to Purdue, while Geralds’ commitment to LSU is currently on pause. Reporter Eli Jordan spoke with Atticus and his father, Adam, about family influence, excitement, and what this milestone means for his football future.
Oakhurst exec discusses new women’s homeless facility
We spoke with Princess Futrell, executive director of the Oakhurst Center for Community, about Georgia Works’ new women-only facility. She says it’s the first of its kind in Dekalb County for the city of Decatur, providing safe housing and support programs for women experiencing homelessness. The expansion highlights a growing effort to meet the needs of vulnerable residents. Donations at GeorgiaWorks.net or 232 E Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030.
We spoke with Princess Futrell, executive director of the Oakhurst Center for Community, about Georgia Works’ new women-only facility. She says it’s the first of its kind in Dekalb County for the city of Decatur, providing safe housing and support programs for women experiencing homelessness. The expansion highlights a growing effort to meet the needs of vulnerable residents. Donations at GeorgiaWorks.net or 232 E Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030.
Cars.com editor shares holiday car buying tips
Jenni Newman, editor-in-chief of Cars.com, joins via Zoom to share holiday car buying tips. Used cars are in high demand, with prices slowly increasing, while she highlights the best new cars under $30,000. Newman also explains essential prep work before visiting dealerships, helping buyers find deals and make smart decisions during the busy Christmas to New Year shopping season.
Jenni Newman, editor-in-chief of Cars.com, joins via Zoom to share holiday car buying tips. Used cars are in high demand, with prices slowly increasing, while she highlights the best new cars under $30,000. Newman also explains essential prep work before visiting dealerships, helping buyers find deals and make smart decisions during the busy Christmas to New Year shopping season.
Trump auto industry plan announced scuttling Biden era mileage, emissions standards
President Donald Trump announced a federal plan calling to weaken vehicle mileage rules in the auto industry - causing reverberations among Big Three auto makers.
President Donald Trump announced a federal plan calling to weaken vehicle mileage rules in the auto industry - causing reverberations among Big Three auto makers.
Haralson County man gets life without parole for rape and child molestation
A Haralson County man will spend the rest of his life behind bars for rape and child molestation.
A Haralson County man will spend the rest of his life behind bars for rape and child molestation.
Ukraine peace talks called off
A planned peace negotiation between Ukraine and Russia has been called off, escalating concerns over ongoing conflict. U.S. and international officials say talks were postponed as disagreements persist over key terms, leaving diplomatic efforts uncertain and the situation on the ground increasingly tense.
A planned peace negotiation between Ukraine and Russia has been called off, escalating concerns over ongoing conflict. U.S. and international officials say talks were postponed as disagreements persist over key terms, leaving diplomatic efforts uncertain and the situation on the ground increasingly tense.