8AM Top Headlines 11/21/2025
Top stories at 8 a.m. Nov. 21, 2025, include a raid at a plaza in the Lilburn-area; discussion about DeKalb data center; Cobb County storm water fees; Thanksgiving travel begins; and bonuses for air traffic controllers.
Top stories at 8 a.m. Nov. 21, 2025, include a raid at a plaza in the Lilburn-area; discussion about DeKalb data center; Cobb County storm water fees; Thanksgiving travel begins; and bonuses for air traffic controllers.
1 shot near Powers Ferry, Akers Mill roads, 1 detained
Cobb County police are investigating a shooting near Powers Ferry Road and Akers Mill Road, according to the police department.
Cobb County police are investigating a shooting near Powers Ferry Road and Akers Mill Road, according to the police department.
Atlanta native Lil Nas X makes court appearance after arrest in August
Grammy-winning rapper and Atlanta native Lil Nas X made his first court appearance this week after completing an inpatient treatment program.
Grammy-winning rapper and Atlanta native Lil Nas X made his first court appearance this week after completing an inpatient treatment program.
Thanksgiving travel rush kicks off, more expected to drive than fly
The Thanksgiving travel rush officially begins today, and despite expectations for one of the busiest travel periods of the year, operations at Atlanta's airport were running smoothly Friday morning.
The Thanksgiving travel rush officially begins today, and despite expectations for one of the busiest travel periods of the year, operations at Atlanta's airport were running smoothly Friday morning.
Masked officers raid Lilburn-area plaza, sparking community concern
A late-night law enforcement operation at a Lilburn-area strip mall sparked confusion and fear among Hispanic residents who rushed to the scene believing it might be an immigration raid.
A late-night law enforcement operation at a Lilburn-area strip mall sparked confusion and fear among Hispanic residents who rushed to the scene believing it might be an immigration raid.
Thanksgiving holiday travel period kicks off
The Thanksgiving travel rush officially begins today, and despite expectations for one of the busiest travel periods of the year, operations at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport were running smoothly Friday morning.
The Thanksgiving travel rush officially begins today, and despite expectations for one of the busiest travel periods of the year, operations at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport were running smoothly Friday morning.
Renewed debate over Daylight Saving Time
The debate over Daylight Saving Time was back on Capitol Hill on Thursday. Some lawmakers are saying it is time to make a decision and stick with it. Many experts say the extra light later in the day is good for business and the health of Americans.
The debate over Daylight Saving Time was back on Capitol Hill on Thursday. Some lawmakers are saying it is time to make a decision and stick with it. Many experts say the extra light later in the day is good for business and the health of Americans.
Increasing chances of rain in North Georgia Friday afternoon
A warm, muggy start across North Georgia will give way to increasing rain chances later today as a warm front lifts through the region.
A warm, muggy start across North Georgia will give way to increasing rain chances later today as a warm front lifts through the region.
MARTA holiday bus offers free rides through year’s end
MARTA kicked off the holiday season Thursday with its third annual Holiday Market and the unveiling of a festively wrapped bus that will offer riders a special surprise through the end of the year.
MARTA kicked off the holiday season Thursday with its third annual Holiday Market and the unveiling of a festively wrapped bus that will offer riders a special surprise through the end of the year.
Fulton County seeks holiday dog fosters through Nov. 26
Fulton County Animal Services is launching its annual “Home for the Holidays” program, giving residents a chance to foster a dog through the Thanksgiving season.
Fulton County Animal Services is launching its annual “Home for the Holidays” program, giving residents a chance to foster a dog through the Thanksgiving season.
Pedestrian killed overnight in Buckhead area, police say
A man was struck and killed by a vehicle in Buckhead on Thursday night, according to Atlanta police.
A man was struck and killed by a vehicle in Buckhead on Thursday night, according to Atlanta police.
Georgia lawmaker Buddy Carter urges higher ICE presence in Atlanta
Georgia Congressman Buddy Carter is calling on the DHS and ICE to increase the presence of federal law enforcement officers in Atlanta, citing what he describes as rising threats to public safety.
Georgia Congressman Buddy Carter is calling on the DHS and ICE to increase the presence of federal law enforcement officers in Atlanta, citing what he describes as rising threats to public safety.
MARTA unveils holiday bus
MARTA kicked off the holiday season Thursday with its third annual Holiday Market and the unveiling of a festively wrapped bus that will offer riders a special surprise through the end of the year.
MARTA kicked off the holiday season Thursday with its third annual Holiday Market and the unveiling of a festively wrapped bus that will offer riders a special surprise through the end of the year.
Raid in Gwinnett County causes unease
A late-night law enforcement operation at a Lilburn-area strip mall sparked confusion and fear among Hispanic residents who rushed to the scene believing it might be an immigration raid.
A late-night law enforcement operation at a Lilburn-area strip mall sparked confusion and fear among Hispanic residents who rushed to the scene believing it might be an immigration raid.
UPDATE: Gwinnett woman missing after leaving hospital found
The Gwinnett County Police Department informed FOX 5 Atlanta on Nov. 20 that Victoria Arzu has been “located safely.” No other information was provided.
The Gwinnett County Police Department informed FOX 5 Atlanta on Nov. 20 that Victoria Arzu has been “located safely.” No other information was provided.
North Carolina jury convicts man in record meth case
Jury convicts Lars Prentice Johnson in Cherokee County’s largest methamphetamine case.
Jury convicts Lars Prentice Johnson in Cherokee County’s largest methamphetamine case.
Michigan fugitive tracked to South Carolina and arrested after multi-state search
Michigan fugitive Kyle Alband was found hiding in Oconee County and arrested without incident.
Michigan fugitive Kyle Alband was found hiding in Oconee County and arrested without incident.
CDC faces backlash after website adds conflicting autism-vaccine claims
CDC website now includes conflicting statements about vaccines and autism, triggering widespread backlash.
CDC website now includes conflicting statements about vaccines and autism, triggering widespread backlash.
Smyrna passes new rules limiting where vape shops can open
Smyrna approved an ordinance blocking new vape shops within 1000 feet of schools, daycares and other shops.
Smyrna approved an ordinance blocking new vape shops within 1000 feet of schools, daycares and other shops.
Cousins reunite with firefighters who saved them from stalled elevator
Two children were trapped for three hours in a stalled Peachtree Center elevator.
Two children were trapped for three hours in a stalled Peachtree Center elevator.