Athens man charged with DUI, vehicular homicide after striking bicyclist
An Athens man has been arrested in connection with a deadly crash that claimed the life of a 37-year-old bicyclist on Saturday.
An Athens man has been arrested in connection with a deadly crash that claimed the life of a 37-year-old bicyclist on Saturday.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 24 latest updates
We're now in the fourth week of the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, the mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, who went missing from her Tucson-area home.
We're now in the fourth week of the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, the mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, who went missing from her Tucson-area home.
Construction Alert: The next phase of I-285 expansion begins
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is advancing the multi-billion dollar expansion of I-285, marking the second-largest project in the state's history. This ambitious plan includes the I-285 Eastside and Westside Express Lanes, which will add barrier-separated toll lanes to ease congestion for over 200,000 daily commuters. Ouro Kevyn Stewart has the latest on the project timeline, bridge replacements, and upcoming public hearings.
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is advancing the multi-billion dollar expansion of I-285, marking the second-largest project in the state's history. This ambitious plan includes the I-285 Eastside and Westside Express Lanes, which will add barrier-separated toll lanes to ease congestion for over 200,000 daily commuters. Ouro Kevyn Stewart has the latest on the project timeline, bridge replacements, and upcoming public hearings.
Strong winds fuel Athens house fire; 2 displaced
Strong winds fueled an Athens house fire, which spread and sparked secondary fires on neighboring structures Monday afternoon, fire officials said.
Strong winds fueled an Athens house fire, which spread and sparked secondary fires on neighboring structures Monday afternoon, fire officials said.
Competing state bills to examine student free speech rights
Georgia state legislators have introduced three competing bills to examine students' free speech rights. The legislation is inspired by disciplinary action taken against high schoolers by their administration for participating in recent political activism. One of the bills is inspired by the late right-winged activist, Charlie Kirk, who praised youth activism. We hear from State Sen. Ben Watson (R) - Savannah and State Sen. Rashaun Kemp (D) - Atlanta on the matter.
Georgia state legislators have introduced three competing bills to examine students' free speech rights. The legislation is inspired by disciplinary action taken against high schoolers by their administration for participating in recent political activism. One of the bills is inspired by the late right-winged activist, Charlie Kirk, who praised youth activism. We hear from State Sen. Ben Watson (R) - Savannah and State Sen. Rashaun Kemp (D) - Atlanta on the matter.
Apalachee HS shooting trial: Colt Gray's sister says dad told her to lie to investigators
Testimony continued Tuesday in the trial of Colin Gray, the father of the teenager accused in the 2024 Apalachee High School shooting.
Testimony continued Tuesday in the trial of Colin Gray, the father of the teenager accused in the 2024 Apalachee High School shooting.
State of Fulton County 2026: Chairman Robb Pitts
Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts delivered the 2026 State of the County Address on Tuesday, Feb. 24, at The Eastern. Highlighting the theme "We’ve Got It All," Pitts announced a landmark billion-dollar renovation plan for the Rice Street Jail, celebrated the county's triple-A credit rating, and detailed a coordinated response to potential ICE activity in Atlanta.
Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts delivered the 2026 State of the County Address on Tuesday, Feb. 24, at The Eastern. Highlighting the theme "We’ve Got It All," Pitts announced a landmark billion-dollar renovation plan for the Rice Street Jail, celebrated the county's triple-A credit rating, and detailed a coordinated response to potential ICE activity in Atlanta.
Field to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene narrows by 1
The race for Georgia’s 14th Congressional District is narrowing. See who dropped out and who remains on the ballot as the special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene approaches.
The race for Georgia’s 14th Congressional District is narrowing. See who dropped out and who remains on the ballot as the special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene approaches.
Woman arrested for taking school bus on joyride
The woman charged with stealing an Arbor Springs Elementary School bus from Coweta County and driving it all the way to Temple, Georgia has been identified as 48-year-old Allison Marie Lynes. Here's what we know and what officers are still investigating.
The woman charged with stealing an Arbor Springs Elementary School bus from Coweta County and driving it all the way to Temple, Georgia has been identified as 48-year-old Allison Marie Lynes. Here's what we know and what officers are still investigating.
Heart health habits that can make a difference
Courtney Schauder from UnitedHealthcare shares some easy ways to better your heart health by changing simple habits in your own life. We break down the data and share how you can decrease your heart disease risk.
Courtney Schauder from UnitedHealthcare shares some easy ways to better your heart health by changing simple habits in your own life. We break down the data and share how you can decrease your heart disease risk.
Florida pie shop stops selling iguana pizza
A Florida pie shop has stopped selling pizza featuring iguana because of customer complaints. The pizza also featured bacon, cheese and alligator.
A Florida pie shop has stopped selling pizza featuring iguana because of customer complaints. The pizza also featured bacon, cheese and alligator.
GBI testifies in Colin Gray trial
On Tuesday morning, the jury held from a Georgia Bureau of Investigation special agent who interviewed Colin Gray in the hours after his son allegedly opened fire inside the Apalachee High School in Barrow County.
On Tuesday morning, the jury held from a Georgia Bureau of Investigation special agent who interviewed Colin Gray in the hours after his son allegedly opened fire inside the Apalachee High School in Barrow County.
Well-known Sikh volunteer kidnapped in Tracy, found dead near Lake Berryessa
Sheriff's officials confirmed Monday that a body found near Lake Berryessa over the weekend was a father of triplets who was abducted last week 100 miles away in Tracy and who was a well-known volunteer at his Sikh temple – and that he wasn't the target.
Sheriff's officials confirmed Monday that a body found near Lake Berryessa over the weekend was a father of triplets who was abducted last week 100 miles away in Tracy and who was a well-known volunteer at his Sikh temple – and that he wasn't the target.
Vigil held for young man found dead in Marietta's Fair Oaks Park
A nonprofit held a prayer vigil for 21-year-old Kyle Bassinga, found dead last week at Fair Oaks Park in Marietta.
A nonprofit held a prayer vigil for 21-year-old Kyle Bassinga, found dead last week at Fair Oaks Park in Marietta.
Prayer vigil held for man found dead in Fair Oaks Park
Several people gathered late Tuesday morning for a prayer vigil for a young man who was found dead in a Marietta park recently. The National Human Rights Organization say they plan to address Cobb County commissioners about the situation during a board meeting tonight.
Several people gathered late Tuesday morning for a prayer vigil for a young man who was found dead in a Marietta park recently. The National Human Rights Organization say they plan to address Cobb County commissioners about the situation during a board meeting tonight.
$1 Million family reward offered for Nancy Guthrie’s return
The family of Nancy Guthrie, the missing 84-year-old mother of TODAY show co-host Savannah Guthrie, has announced a massive $1 million reward for her safe recovery. This comes as the investigation enters its fourth week following her suspected abduction from her Tucson-area home on February 1, 2026.
The family of Nancy Guthrie, the missing 84-year-old mother of TODAY show co-host Savannah Guthrie, has announced a massive $1 million reward for her safe recovery. This comes as the investigation enters its fourth week following her suspected abduction from her Tucson-area home on February 1, 2026.
Senoia contractor faces new felony theft charges
The fraud case against Coweta County contractor Nathan Gividen has significantly expanded. We are following an investigation into a $17,000 unfinished garage project. Senoia Police have filed five additional felony charges involving over $150,000. Gividen, whose license was expired and business dissolved, is currently held in the Coweta County Jail as at least 30 more victims come forward.
The fraud case against Coweta County contractor Nathan Gividen has significantly expanded. We are following an investigation into a $17,000 unfinished garage project. Senoia Police have filed five additional felony charges involving over $150,000. Gividen, whose license was expired and business dissolved, is currently held in the Coweta County Jail as at least 30 more victims come forward.
2026 State of the Union: Timing, how to watch & more
President Donald Trump will deliver the 2026 State of the Union on Tuesday night and FOX 5 Atlanta will have live coverage of the event.
President Donald Trump will deliver the 2026 State of the Union on Tuesday night and FOX 5 Atlanta will have live coverage of the event.
Kyle Bassinga: Community holds vigil amid investigation death
Cobb County leaders are urging calm as a candlelight vigil for 21-year-old Kyle Bassinga is held today, Feb. 24, 2026, at Fair Oaks Park. Despite a preliminary ruling of suicide, community members and the New Order National Human Rights Organization are demanding transparency.
Cobb County leaders are urging calm as a candlelight vigil for 21-year-old Kyle Bassinga is held today, Feb. 24, 2026, at Fair Oaks Park. Despite a preliminary ruling of suicide, community members and the New Order National Human Rights Organization are demanding transparency.
Flying through history: KSU exhibit takes off at Airbase Georgia
The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Airbase Georgia in Peachtree City is hosting a unique traveling exhibition from Kennesaw State University. Through November 2026, visitors can explore "Transport | Transform | Transcend," featuring immersive stories of WWII veterans and Holocaust survivors alongside one of the largest flying warbird collections in the Southeast.
The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Airbase Georgia in Peachtree City is hosting a unique traveling exhibition from Kennesaw State University. Through November 2026, visitors can explore "Transport | Transform | Transcend," featuring immersive stories of WWII veterans and Holocaust survivors alongside one of the largest flying warbird collections in the Southeast.