Deadly officer-involved shooting; Search for escaped inmate; Thanksgiving DUIs | FOX 5 News
The GBI is investigating a deadly shooting where officers exchanged fire with a man who is now dead. Police are searching for an escaped inmate who has now stolen multiple vehicles. Georgia saw hundreds of DUIs over Thanksgiving weekend.
The GBI is investigating a deadly shooting where officers exchanged fire with a man who is now dead. Police are searching for an escaped inmate who has now stolen multiple vehicles. Georgia saw hundreds of DUIs over Thanksgiving weekend.
FDA plans stricter vaccine approval rules
The FDA plans to impose stricter vaccine approval rules, prompting warnings from Georgia doctors who fear the policy could discourage vaccination and slow new vaccine development.
The FDA plans to impose stricter vaccine approval rules, prompting warnings from Georgia doctors who fear the policy could discourage vaccination and slow new vaccine development.
11 deaths, hundreds of DUIs over Thanksgiving weekend
Traffic incidents during the 102-hour Thanksgiving holiday travel period led to 10 fatal crashes and 11 deaths statewide.
Traffic incidents during the 102-hour Thanksgiving holiday travel period led to 10 fatal crashes and 11 deaths statewide.
FDA plans stricter vaccine approval rules
The FDA plans to tighten vaccine approval standards, requiring more evidence of safety and efficacy. Georgia doctors warn the move could discourage vaccination and reduce vaccine development. The changes come amid shifts in federal health leadership and CDC language on autism and vaccines.
The FDA plans to tighten vaccine approval standards, requiring more evidence of safety and efficacy. Georgia doctors warn the move could discourage vaccination and reduce vaccine development. The changes come amid shifts in federal health leadership and CDC language on autism and vaccines.
Hundreds of DUIs reported over Thanksgiving weekend in Georgia
The 2025 Thanksgiving travel period saw 11 deaths and nearly 500 crashes across Georgia. Troopers made 422 DUI arrests and issued more than 11,000 citations. Multiple local police departments reported fatal crashes during the 102-hour period.
The 2025 Thanksgiving travel period saw 11 deaths and nearly 500 crashes across Georgia. Troopers made 422 DUI arrests and issued more than 11,000 citations. Multiple local police departments reported fatal crashes during the 102-hour period.
Bartow County deputies shoot, kill man; GBI investigating
A man is dead following an exchange of gunfire with Bartow County deputies. Neighbors reported hearing machine gun fire nearby. The GBI confirmed to FOX 5 that agents are investigating.
A man is dead following an exchange of gunfire with Bartow County deputies. Neighbors reported hearing machine gun fire nearby. The GBI confirmed to FOX 5 that agents are investigating.
Cobb County training school bus involved in crash
Cobb County police say a school district training bus hit a utility pole after a trainee accidentally pressed the gas instead of the brake; no one was injured.
Cobb County police say a school district training bus hit a utility pole after a trainee accidentally pressed the gas instead of the brake; no one was injured.
Atlanta police release photo of person of interest in deadly MLK Drive shooting
Atlanta police released a photo of a person of interest in the shooting death of a 17-year-old on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, asking the public to help identify him.
Atlanta police released a photo of a person of interest in the shooting death of a 17-year-old on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, asking the public to help identify him.
Secret Service joins investigation into Loganville CVS deadly shooting
The Secret Service has joined multiple agencies in investigating the deadly shooting of CVS employee Kimberly Whaley in Loganville, as police continue to withhold details to protect the case.
The Secret Service has joined multiple agencies in investigating the deadly shooting of CVS employee Kimberly Whaley in Loganville, as police continue to withhold details to protect the case.
Student arrested with gun at Stephens County High School
A 16-year-old student was arrested after a weapons detection system identified a handgun at Stephens County High School.
A 16-year-old student was arrested after a weapons detection system identified a handgun at Stephens County High School.
Rain, sometimes heavy, is expected Monday into Tuesday
The FOX 5 Storm Team is tracking a round of rain expected overnight.
The FOX 5 Storm Team is tracking a round of rain expected overnight.
Fayette County couple charged for allegedly abandoning dog before vacation
A 73-year-old Morrow couple faces charges after authorities say they abandoned their dog Blu before a trip to Maui.
A 73-year-old Morrow couple faces charges after authorities say they abandoned their dog Blu before a trip to Maui.
Couple charged for allegedly abandoning dog before vaction
A Morrow couple was charged after allegedly abandoning their dog Blu before a Maui vacation. Surveillance video and Blu’s microchip helped investigators identify the owners. Blu is safe at the Fayette County Animal Shelter and will be adoptable once the case is closed.
A Morrow couple was charged after allegedly abandoning their dog Blu before a Maui vacation. Surveillance video and Blu’s microchip helped investigators identify the owners. Blu is safe at the Fayette County Animal Shelter and will be adoptable once the case is closed.
Gainesville to play Langston Hughes on Friday
GHSA rescheduled the Gainesville vs. Langston Hughes quarterfinal for Friday at 7:30 p.m. The 34 Gainesville players whose suspensions were blocked by a judge are cleared to play. The winner advances to face Rome High School in the semifinals on Dec. 11.
GHSA rescheduled the Gainesville vs. Langston Hughes quarterfinal for Friday at 7:30 p.m. The 34 Gainesville players whose suspensions were blocked by a judge are cleared to play. The winner advances to face Rome High School in the semifinals on Dec. 11.
DeKalb water main break affects schools
A water main break forced closures at all City Schools of Decatur campuses; students at 3 DeKalb schools were also impacted. Early bus departures and instructional materials were provided for students. CSD said schools will return to normal operations on Tuesday.
A water main break forced closures at all City Schools of Decatur campuses; students at 3 DeKalb schools were also impacted. Early bus departures and instructional materials were provided for students. CSD said schools will return to normal operations on Tuesday.
Grady Health System opens Decatur outpatient center
Grady Health System is opening its Flat Shoals Parkway Outpatient Health Center this week.
Grady Health System is opening its Flat Shoals Parkway Outpatient Health Center this week.
FOX 5 Partners with Toys for Tots in Annual Toy Drive
FOX 5's Alex Forbes kicked off the annual toy drive at the Publix on Marietta Boulevard.
FOX 5's Alex Forbes kicked off the annual toy drive at the Publix on Marietta Boulevard.
Decatur receiving new Grady Health System outpatient center
Grady Health System is opening a new outpatient center in Decatur along Flat Shoals Pkwy Tuesday. The Flat Shoals Parkway Outpatient Health Center is the first of two outpatient centers that Grady will open in Dekalb County this month. Grady officials said they are committed to meeting the healthcare needs of metro Atlanta residents.
Grady Health System is opening a new outpatient center in Decatur along Flat Shoals Pkwy Tuesday. The Flat Shoals Parkway Outpatient Health Center is the first of two outpatient centers that Grady will open in Dekalb County this month. Grady officials said they are committed to meeting the healthcare needs of metro Atlanta residents.
Accused child rapist on run after allegedly skipping bond in DeKalb County
A DeKalb County family says they're hoping someone recognizes an accused child rapist and can help get him off the streets.
A DeKalb County family says they're hoping someone recognizes an accused child rapist and can help get him off the streets.
Podcast hosts share practical tips for new caregivers
Sue Ryan and Nancy Treaster, co-founders of The Caregiver's Journey, speak to FOX Local's Ariyl Onstott about their transition to becoming caregivers for loved ones. They provide practical tips and resources to those who are caregivers or in the process of becoming caregivers.
Sue Ryan and Nancy Treaster, co-founders of The Caregiver's Journey, speak to FOX Local's Ariyl Onstott about their transition to becoming caregivers for loved ones. They provide practical tips and resources to those who are caregivers or in the process of becoming caregivers.