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A good Samaritan describes the moment he reacted quickly to save a man following an apartment building exploding. A man has been charged with pistol whipping a store clerk during an armed robbery.

Hoschton resident Joanne Cure survived stage 4 lung cancer after being given two years to live. Her treatment included surgery and targeted therapy for an EGFR gene mutation. Now 78, Cure says her faith and determination continue to keep her strong.

Andrew Jackson Chitwood was arrested for an armed robbery at a Shell station in Coweta County. Deputies say he pistol-whipped a clerk during the robbery. Chitwood remains held without bond as the investigation continues.

We are rolling into the holiday season, and Zoo Atlanta is getting ready to flip the switch on its annual IllumiNights at the Zoo. FOX 5 Storm Team meteorologist Laurann Robinson is live at Zoo Atlanta with a look at what’s new for this year’s event.

The day after three county commissioners publicly pushed to restore funding for a veterans program, the Fulton County Commission took up the issue again this afternoon. But for the second time, the full commission voted against putting the one million dollars back into the program.

Tom Haynes covers developments in Washington, D.C., where the House Administration Committee is weighing a proposal to ban members of Congress and their families from trading stocks. The “Restore Trust in Congress Act” aims to strengthen public confidence and prevent insider trading by imposing tighter financial restrictions. The hearing included remarks from Rep. Norma Torres as lawmakers debated how far the new rules should go.

A man rescued a burn victim after a gas explosion near Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Investigators believe the blast may have been caused by a copper theft attempt. Residents reported smelling gas hours before the explosion.

Tom Haynes reports from the newsroom as Aungelique Proctor listens in on the Fulton County Commission debate. For the sixth time in 2025, commissioners voted down the proposed $1 million program for veteran housing, job placement, and support services. The measure failed 3–1, with officials citing disorganization within the Veterans Empowerment Commission and a need for clearer accountability on how funds would be used. Leaders may reconsider in the future, but it’s unclear if the proposal will return for a seventh vote.

Samuel Merrit University prof. of occupational therapy, Kate Hayner, says that holiday stress can increase chances of having a stroke. Increases in blood pressure and higher sugar intakes can make prone individuals more susceptible to having a stroke. Hayner shares symptoms to watch for with FOX Local's Tom Haynes.

FOX 5 Journalist Judayah Murray shares the inspiring story of Joanne Cure, a woman who developed advanced lung cancer despite being a non-smoker. FOX 5’s Kevyn Stewart spoke with Joanne about her diagnosis, treatment journey, and how she ultimately beat the disease. Her story highlights the importance of awareness and early detection for all patients, regardless of risk factors.

FOX LOCAL's Judayah Murray responds to rumors on social media regarding a 2025 federal stimulus check. There's currently no new legislation to provide US citizens with tariff relief check, however, more scams are popping up online to take advantage of people trying to apply for one. Murray gives us some scam red flags to watch for like text messages claiming to be from the IRS.

SkyFOX 5 flew over the scene where one person was trapped inside a vehicle following a crash outside a Tractor Supply Company on Highway 81 in East McDonough. The entrance had to be shut down because of a diesel spill.

In a press conference, Falcons head coach, Raheem Morris, announced that Michael Penix Jr. will be out for the season. Hear what the Falcons will do moving forward.