Georgia grandmother struggles to feed family as SNAP benefits halted
A Midtown Atlanta grandmother is struggling to feed her family after SNAP benefits were halted during the government shutdown. Chandra Duncan says she’s been forced to adjust her budget and find new ways to provide for her grandson following the loss of her son earlier this year. As food prices rise and the shutdown continues, she and her family are pooling resources to get through the holidays.
A Midtown Atlanta grandmother is struggling to feed her family after SNAP benefits were halted during the government shutdown. Chandra Duncan says she’s been forced to adjust her budget and find new ways to provide for her grandson following the loss of her son earlier this year. As food prices rise and the shutdown continues, she and her family are pooling resources to get through the holidays.
Flooding closes 3 lanes on I-75 North near airport
Flooding shutdown part of I-75 northbound in Clayton County on Saturday.
Flooding shutdown part of I-75 northbound in Clayton County on Saturday.
Elizabeth Baptist Church feeds thousands amid SNAP pause
Atlanta’s Elizabeth Baptist Church fed 5,000 people through its Operation Uplift drive, expanding efforts to fight food insecurity amid the government shutdown and paused SNAP benefits.
Atlanta’s Elizabeth Baptist Church fed 5,000 people through its Operation Uplift drive, expanding efforts to fight food insecurity amid the government shutdown and paused SNAP benefits.
Ground stop at Atlanta airport adds to delays, cancellations Saturday
Storms and FAA flight reductions caused more than 530 delays and 130 cancellations at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Airport on Saturday.
Storms and FAA flight reductions caused more than 530 delays and 130 cancellations at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Airport on Saturday.
Bad weather adds to cancelations at world's busiest airport
The second day of the FAA’s flight reduction order brought hundreds of delays and cancellations at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, compounded by a Saturday ground stop caused by storms. As of mid-afternoon, more than 580 flights were delayed and 250 canceled. Union leaders say the flight cuts are a safety measure as the government shutdown continues to strain air traffic controllers.
The second day of the FAA’s flight reduction order brought hundreds of delays and cancellations at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, compounded by a Saturday ground stop caused by storms. As of mid-afternoon, more than 580 flights were delayed and 250 canceled. Union leaders say the flight cuts are a safety measure as the government shutdown continues to strain air traffic controllers.
Elizabeth Baptist Church feeds thousands amid SNAP pause
Elizabeth Baptist Church fed around 5,000 people Saturday through its Operation Uplift food drive, responding to growing food insecurity amid the government shutdown. Senior Pastor Craig Oliver said the church expanded its outreach as families struggle with rising costs and paused SNAP benefits. The church partnered with World Vision and plans to continue helping through extended food pantry hours.
Elizabeth Baptist Church fed around 5,000 people Saturday through its Operation Uplift food drive, responding to growing food insecurity amid the government shutdown. Senior Pastor Craig Oliver said the church expanded its outreach as families struggle with rising costs and paused SNAP benefits. The church partnered with World Vision and plans to continue helping through extended food pantry hours.
Rod Wave arrested; Atlanta Airport chaos; SNAP uncertainty | FOX 5 News
Rod Wave was arrested in Atlanta. A ground stop added to the chaos already happening at the Atlanta airport during the shutdown. A grandmother is worried about feeding her grandchildren due to SNAP uncertainty.
Rod Wave was arrested in Atlanta. A ground stop added to the chaos already happening at the Atlanta airport during the shutdown. A grandmother is worried about feeding her grandchildren due to SNAP uncertainty.
Georgia beats Mississippi State 41-21
Gunner Stockton threw for 264 yards and three touchdowns as No. 5 Georgia powered past Mississippi State 41-21, rushing for more than 300 yards to stay in the College Football Playoff race.
Gunner Stockton threw for 264 yards and three touchdowns as No. 5 Georgia powered past Mississippi State 41-21, rushing for more than 300 yards to stay in the College Football Playoff race.
9 years of beautifying Stockbridge streets
Stockbridge Councilman Elton Alexander takes his community very seriously. FOX LOCAL tagged along on Jodeco Road for his regular Community Cleanup, where volunteers gather together to keep the streets of Stockbridge clean. Here's how you can participate in the next one.
Stockbridge Councilman Elton Alexander takes his community very seriously. FOX LOCAL tagged along on Jodeco Road for his regular Community Cleanup, where volunteers gather together to keep the streets of Stockbridge clean. Here's how you can participate in the next one.
Atlanta Veterans Day Parade 2025
Welcome to the 44th Annual Georgia Veterans Day Parade in Atlanta. Join FOX LOCAL's Judayah Murray, Elizabeth Rawlins and Eli Jordan for a look at the festivities honoring the U.S. military.
Welcome to the 44th Annual Georgia Veterans Day Parade in Atlanta. Join FOX LOCAL's Judayah Murray, Elizabeth Rawlins and Eli Jordan for a look at the festivities honoring the U.S. military.
Tracking Atlanta airport delays, cancelations live
On Friday, flights were cut at 40 major U.S. airports, including Hartsfield-Jackson. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy sys it was a needed step to make sure travelers were safe amid the ongoing government shutdown and staffing shortages across the country. FOX LOCAL's Judayah Murray and Lindsay Tuman track the delays and cancelations at the Atlanta airport live.
On Friday, flights were cut at 40 major U.S. airports, including Hartsfield-Jackson. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy sys it was a needed step to make sure travelers were safe amid the ongoing government shutdown and staffing shortages across the country. FOX LOCAL's Judayah Murray and Lindsay Tuman track the delays and cancelations at the Atlanta airport live.
Falcons in Berlin, UGA vs Miss. State and Georgia Tech's redemption
It's an incredible weekend for sports, with the Atlanta Falcons in Berlin for an international showdown against the Indianapolis Colts, the Georgia Bulldogs taking on Mississippi State and Georgia Tech's redemption arc. Join FOX LOCAL for what you need to know about Georgia's football games ahead.
It's an incredible weekend for sports, with the Atlanta Falcons in Berlin for an international showdown against the Indianapolis Colts, the Georgia Bulldogs taking on Mississippi State and Georgia Tech's redemption arc. Join FOX LOCAL for what you need to know about Georgia's football games ahead.
Border Patrol agents shot at in Chicago during immigration operation, DHS claims
Federal agents were shot at and at least one person was detained in Little Village on Saturday, according to DHS.
Federal agents were shot at and at least one person was detained in Little Village on Saturday, according to DHS.
Rod Wave arrested in Atlanta on drug and weapons charges
Atlanta police arrested rapper Rod Wave, also known as Rodarius Green, on multiple drug and weapon charges Friday
Atlanta police arrested rapper Rod Wave, also known as Rodarius Green, on multiple drug and weapon charges Friday
Trump wants Commanders to name new stadium after him: Report
Could the Commanders new stadium in D.C. be named after President Trump?
Could the Commanders new stadium in D.C. be named after President Trump?
Vigil held for man who police say was killed by own father
Friends and family gathered Friday night to honor a man who authorities say was shot and killed by his own father. FOX 5's Rob DiRienzo has the story.
Friends and family gathered Friday night to honor a man who authorities say was shot and killed by his own father. FOX 5's Rob DiRienzo has the story.
MUST Ministries struggles to meet demand amid government shutdown
MUST Ministries in Cobb County has seen a significant increase in demand since the government shutdown and their about to get even busier.
MUST Ministries in Cobb County has seen a significant increase in demand since the government shutdown and their about to get even busier.
MUST Ministries struggling to meet demand amid shutdown
MUST Ministries and other non-profits are struggling to meet demand as the government shutdown continues. FOX 5's Denise Dillon has the story.
MUST Ministries and other non-profits are struggling to meet demand as the government shutdown continues. FOX 5's Denise Dillon has the story.
Airlines staying mostly on schedule amid FAA cuts
The FAA has restricted air space due to the government shutdown. Despite the flight cuts, passengers we spoke to say there has been little disruption. However, that could change in the days ahead.
The FAA has restricted air space due to the government shutdown. Despite the flight cuts, passengers we spoke to say there has been little disruption. However, that could change in the days ahead.
Georgia non-profit sending medical supplies to hurricane-battered Jamaica
The organization Friends of Disabled Adults and Children is sending medical supplies down to Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa.
The organization Friends of Disabled Adults and Children is sending medical supplies down to Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa.