Firefighters called to 2 house fires in Atlanta early Thursday

Fire crews responded to two separate overnight house fires in different parts of Atlanta, with officials confirming no injuries in either incident.

Atlanta fire crews respond to 2 house fires Thursday
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Atlanta firefighters responded to two house fires on Thursday morning. One was on Joseph E. Boone Boulevard and the other was on Herring Road in SW Atlanta. 

Good Day visits SARCRAFT
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Good Day Atlanta's Paul Milliken visited SARCRAFT, a survival school in Canton, on Thursday morning. 

Two Georgia groundhogs set to make Groundhog Day predictions

Georgia is getting double the Groundhog Day fun this year, with not one — but two furry forecasters stepping into the spotlight on Feb. 2.

Beatrice Dixon Co-Founder and CEO of They Honey Pot talks new book "The Soul Instinct"
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Beatrice reveals how learning to trust herself led to profound healing, purpose, and success. She'll hold two book signings, Jan. 31 in Atlanta and Feb. 3 in Lawrenceville.

Withdrawal of ICE in MN depends on cooperation, Trump's border czar says

White House Border Czar Tom Homan, in his first briefing after taking over Operation Metro Surge, said he is working on a drawdown plan of federal agents in Minnesota, but it depends on cooperation with state and local officials.

ICE in Minnesota: Trump border czar says withdrawal of feds depends on cooperation

Immigration operations continue in Minnesota on Thursday. In White House Border Czar Tom Homan's first briefing after taking over Operation Metro Surge, he said they're working on a drawdown plan for federal agents in Minnesota, but it depends on cooperation with state and local officials. Find live updates on ICE operations in the state here.

8AM Top Stories for Jan. 29, 2026
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Thursday morning's top stories include a FBI raid at election hub in Fulton County; woman shot by Cobb police; two house fires; new assassination plot details; and colder weather coming. 

Morris Brown College receives $800K for security, scholarships

Morris Brown College has received more than $800,000 in new funding aimed at strengthening campus safety and expanding student support.

‘Blind Side’ actor Quinton Aaron shows encouraging signs

There is some encouraging news for fans of The Blind Side actor Quinton Aaron as he continues recovering in an Atlanta hospital following a devastating fall at his home.

Trader Joe's is the new favorite supermarket
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A new study has revealed America's favorite supermarkets. Trader Joe's is now the new favorite. Publix has dropped to No. 2. H-E-B in Texas came in at No. 3. Sam's Club and Aldi round at the top 5 list. 

Runaway dog scam in Florida
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A Florida family is sharing a scam involving their runaway dog. After their dog escaped, they received a call from a fake police officer claiming the dog had been hit by a car and was receiving emergency care at a vet. They even sent a photo, but wasn't real. 

Multiple Valentine's Day deals announced
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Valentine's Day deals have been announced by Dairy Queen, Dunkin, Chick-fil-A and Waffle House for 2026. 

Update on 'Blind Side' actor Quinton Aaron
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Quinton Aaron, known for his starring role in "Blind Side," is still fighting for his life, but there have been encouraging signs, according to a GoFundMe account for the actor. 

Georgia students planning more walkouts Friday
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Students at more than 75 schools are expected to participate in a national walkout on Friday at their schools, according to student organizers in metro Atlanta. 

No change for federal interest rates at this time
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The Fed announced on Wednesday that it would not lower the current interest rate after lowering it 3 times last year. Fed chair Jerome Powell says the economy is showing strong growth, but inflation is still too high. 

Lawmakers debate DHS funds with shutdown looming
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A test vote on Thursday could signal whether the U.S. is facing another government shutdown as Democrats prepare to dig in over funding for Department of Homeland Security. 

Amy Klobuchar is running for Minnesota governor

U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar has made it official, and is running for governor of Minnesota after Gov. Tim Walz dropped out of the race earlier this month.

Thursday morning weather forecast
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No rain or precipitation expected Thursday. Today's high in the mid 40s. 

Firefighters respond to house fire in SW Atlanta early Thursday

Atlanta firefighters responded to a house fire in the 2500 block of Herring Road SW near Bengamin E. Mays Drive SW in southwest Atlanta early Thursday morning.