Demorest man accused of taking excavator on joyride charged with DUI
Deputies say Danny Ross Robinson stole and drove a 30-ton excavator while intoxicated.
Deputies say Danny Ross Robinson stole and drove a 30-ton excavator while intoxicated.
Missing South Fulton woman found in wooded area
A missing South Fulton woman was found a week after her father reported her missing. The family had searched for her in a wooded area after neighbors reported spotting her there. They told FOX 5 they believe that's where she was found.
A missing South Fulton woman was found a week after her father reported her missing. The family had searched for her in a wooded area after neighbors reported spotting her there. They told FOX 5 they believe that's where she was found.
Carroll County parents abandon children at campsite, deputies say
A Carroll County couple is behind bars, facing first-degree child cruelty charges after deputies say they found their three young children living alone in a tent at a local park.
A Carroll County couple is behind bars, facing first-degree child cruelty charges after deputies say they found their three young children living alone in a tent at a local park.
Parents charged with neglect after abandoning children, police say
Jason and Kira Askea were arrested after deputies found their three children alone and living in a tent at Little Tallapoosa Park in Carroll County. A nearby camper called for help after noticing the children appeared hungry and covered in feces. Deputies said the 2-year-old, who has Down syndrome, suffered brain damage from medical neglect, while all three children showed signs of dental neglect; they are now in DFCS custody.
Jason and Kira Askea were arrested after deputies found their three children alone and living in a tent at Little Tallapoosa Park in Carroll County. A nearby camper called for help after noticing the children appeared hungry and covered in feces. Deputies said the 2-year-old, who has Down syndrome, suffered brain damage from medical neglect, while all three children showed signs of dental neglect; they are now in DFCS custody.
Man arrested at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport with gun in truck
Billy Joe Cagle was arrested at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport after police said he threatened to "shoot up" the terminal. Officers said they found an AR-15 weapon in his truck after detaining him. Police said Cagle’s family reported the threats, allowing officers to locate and arrest him within 15 minutes of being alerted.
Billy Joe Cagle was arrested at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport after police said he threatened to "shoot up" the terminal. Officers said they found an AR-15 weapon in his truck after detaining him. Police said Cagle’s family reported the threats, allowing officers to locate and arrest him within 15 minutes of being alerted.
Penix listed day-to-day after bone bruise in Falcons loss
Penix is day-to-day with a bone bruise after taking multiple hits in Sunday’s loss.
Penix is day-to-day with a bone bruise after taking multiple hits in Sunday’s loss.
College Park City Council seeks reimbursement from mayor after lawsuit dismissed
The College Park City Council is asking a court to make Mayor Motley Broom repay nearly $100,000 in legal fees after her lawsuit against the city was dismissed.
The College Park City Council is asking a court to make Mayor Motley Broom repay nearly $100,000 in legal fees after her lawsuit against the city was dismissed.
State lawmakers working to make Georgia top state for tourism
State senators are looking at ways Georgia can better market itself to tourists. President and CEO of Visit Valdosta explains why, and how lawmakers plan to present their findings to the state legislature.
State senators are looking at ways Georgia can better market itself to tourists. President and CEO of Visit Valdosta explains why, and how lawmakers plan to present their findings to the state legislature.
How to support Monarch butterflies during their migration
Monarch butterflies are facing steep population decline. David Mizejewski, a wildlife expert, explains how we can help.
Monarch butterflies are facing steep population decline. David Mizejewski, a wildlife expert, explains how we can help.
Full update: Police arrest man for threatening to shoot up Atlanta airport
A man faces multiple charges after police said he made threats to "shoot up" Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and was arrested there with a gun in his truck. Police said Billy Joe Cagle was arrested Monday morning after his family called police to report he was driving to Atlanta and threatening to harm as many people as he could.
A man faces multiple charges after police said he made threats to "shoot up" Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and was arrested there with a gun in his truck. Police said Billy Joe Cagle was arrested Monday morning after his family called police to report he was driving to Atlanta and threatening to harm as many people as he could.
Many restaurant owners considering raising prices to keep up with inflation
Diners already concerned about the cost of eating out may be disappointed to learn that many restaurants are considering raising prices to keep up with inflated food and drink costs.
Diners already concerned about the cost of eating out may be disappointed to learn that many restaurants are considering raising prices to keep up with inflated food and drink costs.
2 men shot less than 12 hours apart on same southwest Atlanta street
Atlanta police are investigating two separate shootings that occurred less than 12 hours apart — both along the same stretch of McDaniel Street in southwest Atlanta.
Atlanta police are investigating two separate shootings that occurred less than 12 hours apart — both along the same stretch of McDaniel Street in southwest Atlanta.
Celebrate Diwali in Lilburn
The Festival of Lights, called Diwali, is Monday and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir is hosting a celebration in Lilburn.
The Festival of Lights, called Diwali, is Monday and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir is hosting a celebration in Lilburn.
Sarcoma survivor on overcoming diagnosis
Brian Balmes, based in Alpharetta, is a 27-year survivor of sarcoma, a rare and aggressive cancer. After his diagnosis, he turned to fitness as a way to cope — eventually training for and competing in marathons and Ironman events.
Brian Balmes, based in Alpharetta, is a 27-year survivor of sarcoma, a rare and aggressive cancer. After his diagnosis, he turned to fitness as a way to cope — eventually training for and competing in marathons and Ironman events.
Woman critically injured in shooting in DeKalb County
DeKalb County police are investigating a shooting that left a woman critically injured early Monday morning.
DeKalb County police are investigating a shooting that left a woman critically injured early Monday morning.
Paramedics reporting increase of Narcan usage
October is National Substance Abuse Awareness Month and paramedics with Atlanta-based Ameripro Health are reporting a 58% year-over-year increase in the number of Narcan administrations across their 9-state service area. Josh Worth joins FOX 5 News Live to talk about it.
October is National Substance Abuse Awareness Month and paramedics with Atlanta-based Ameripro Health are reporting a 58% year-over-year increase in the number of Narcan administrations across their 9-state service area. Josh Worth joins FOX 5 News Live to talk about it.
Entertainment journalist Kierra M
Kierra gives us the details on what happened at this weekend's The Boy is Mine Tour
Kierra gives us the details on what happened at this weekend's The Boy is Mine Tour
Disney Animator, Academy Award Winner Bruce Smith
Bruce smith is the force behind some of Disney's biggest animated movies and shows. This weekend he'll be recognized for it - here in Atlanta!
Bruce smith is the force behind some of Disney's biggest animated movies and shows. This weekend he'll be recognized for it - here in Atlanta!
Dr. Winawer gives viewers the latest in health headlines
The Fulton County Board of Health is asking residents to help reduce mosquito breeding sites, after some of the insects tested positive for eastern equine encephalitis this week.
The Fulton County Board of Health is asking residents to help reduce mosquito breeding sites, after some of the insects tested positive for eastern equine encephalitis this week.
Hartsfield-Jackson warns of longer checkpoint waits due to staffing shortages
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is warning travelers to expect longer-than-usual wait times at security checkpoints due to staffing shortages.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is warning travelers to expect longer-than-usual wait times at security checkpoints due to staffing shortages.