Dunkin' rewards students with SEC tickets after viral homecoming moment
Two Georgia high school students received a major surprise after a heartwarming moment from their homecoming game gained national attention earlier this fall.
Two Georgia high school students received a major surprise after a heartwarming moment from their homecoming game gained national attention earlier this fall.
Vaccine advisory panel votes against Hep B vaccines at birth
A federal vaccine advisory panel met in Atlanta at the CDC this week to reconsider whether every newborn should receive the hepatitis B vaccine immediately after birth.
A federal vaccine advisory panel met in Atlanta at the CDC this week to reconsider whether every newborn should receive the hepatitis B vaccine immediately after birth.
Dunkin rewards students after viral homecoming moment
Two Georgia high school students received a major surprise after a heartwarming moment from their homecoming game gained national attention earlier this fall. Dunkin presented SEC Championship tickets — along with a year’s supply of donuts — to senior athletes Trey Smith and Jake Jeffries after their story spread across the country.
Two Georgia high school students received a major surprise after a heartwarming moment from their homecoming game gained national attention earlier this fall. Dunkin presented SEC Championship tickets — along with a year’s supply of donuts — to senior athletes Trey Smith and Jake Jeffries after their story spread across the country.
Preview of World Cup Draw watch party
Good Day Atlanta's Buck Lanford headed to Buckhead to preview the World Cup Draw watch party that is happening on Friday during the World Cup Draw.
Good Day Atlanta's Buck Lanford headed to Buckhead to preview the World Cup Draw watch party that is happening on Friday during the World Cup Draw.
Most mispronounced words of 2025
Babel has released its most mispronounced word list for the year. Americans struggle to pronounce the New York City mayor's name -- Zohran Mamdani; the Louvre; acetaminophen; and Mounjaro.
Babel has released its most mispronounced word list for the year. Americans struggle to pronounce the New York City mayor's name -- Zohran Mamdani; the Louvre; acetaminophen; and Mounjaro.
Decatur man arrested for Stone Mountain beating death last month
The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Fugitive Unit, working with U.S. Marshals, has arrested a Decatur man accused of beating another man to death at a Stone Mountain residence.
The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Fugitive Unit, working with U.S. Marshals, has arrested a Decatur man accused of beating another man to death at a Stone Mountain residence.
8AM Top Stories 12.05.2025
Top morning stories for Dec. 5 include 2 dead in a Coweta County home; 3 DeKalb Co. firefighters injured in crash; man shot in neck in SW Atlanta; update on DC pipe bomb suspect; and morning weather.
Top morning stories for Dec. 5 include 2 dead in a Coweta County home; 3 DeKalb Co. firefighters injured in crash; man shot in neck in SW Atlanta; update on DC pipe bomb suspect; and morning weather.
What age does adulthood begin
A new study says that adulthood doesn't actually begin until a person is 32 years old. The study was conducted by researchers at University of Cambridge and involved thousands of participants of all ages. The researchers mapped the brains of those involved in the study.
A new study says that adulthood doesn't actually begin until a person is 32 years old. The study was conducted by researchers at University of Cambridge and involved thousands of participants of all ages. The researchers mapped the brains of those involved in the study.
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.