8AM Top Stories for Jan. 14, 2026
Wednesday morning top stories include shooting death of 16-year-old; manhunt for 21-year-old murder suspect; beloved pastor dies of the flu; Gov. Kemp speaks at Eggs & Issues breakfast; and cold weather coming.
Wednesday morning top stories include shooting death of 16-year-old; manhunt for 21-year-old murder suspect; beloved pastor dies of the flu; Gov. Kemp speaks at Eggs & Issues breakfast; and cold weather coming.
World of Coca-Cola leads pop culture museum vote | Help them win
Atlanta’s World of Coca-Cola is earning national recognition, landing a nomination in USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Pop Culture Museum.
Atlanta’s World of Coca-Cola is earning national recognition, landing a nomination in USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Pop Culture Museum.
Birmingham mayor wants high-speed rail to Atlanta
Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin is proposing a high-speed rail line between Birmingham and Atlanta.
Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin is proposing a high-speed rail line between Birmingham and Atlanta.
Gun storage ban bill heading to Gov. Kemp’s desk
Georgia lawmakers have approved the first bill of this year’s legislative session, sending the measure to Gov. Brian Kemp for final action.
Georgia lawmakers have approved the first bill of this year’s legislative session, sending the measure to Gov. Brian Kemp for final action.
Manhunt for 21-year-old murder suspect in Conyers
A manhunt is underway in the Conyers area for a 21-year-old murder suspect named Amir Johnson. He is wanted to a deadly shooting on Forest Villa Drive. Kaitlyn Pratt reporting.
A manhunt is underway in the Conyers area for a 21-year-old murder suspect named Amir Johnson. He is wanted to a deadly shooting on Forest Villa Drive. Kaitlyn Pratt reporting.
16-year-old dies after being shot on Ferno Drive in NW Atlanta
A 16-year-old male is dead after being shot late Tuesday night in northwest Atlanta and driving himself to a fire station seeking help, according to Atlanta police.
A 16-year-old male is dead after being shot late Tuesday night in northwest Atlanta and driving himself to a fire station seeking help, according to Atlanta police.
16-year-old shot to death in NW Atlanta
A 16-year-old was shot overnight on Ferno Drive and went to a fire station looking for help. However, he died before it could arrive. This is a breaking news report. Marc Teichner reporting.
A 16-year-old was shot overnight on Ferno Drive and went to a fire station looking for help. However, he died before it could arrive. This is a breaking news report. Marc Teichner reporting.
Gwinnett budgets $2.5M to upgrade 911 system with AI, texting
Gwinnett County is set to move forward with a multimillion-dollar upgrade to its 911 system.
Gwinnett County is set to move forward with a multimillion-dollar upgrade to its 911 system.
Gwinnett 911 adds ai for faster emergency response
Gwinnett County is investing $2.5 million to modernize its 911 system with artificial intelligence and Next Generation 911 capabilities. This overhaul will allow dispatchers to receive direct photos, videos, and texts while utilizing AI for real-time translation and transcription in one of Georgia's most diverse counties. The project, funded by cellphone bill fees, aims to triage high call volumes and is expected to be fully operational by December 2026.
Gwinnett County is investing $2.5 million to modernize its 911 system with artificial intelligence and Next Generation 911 capabilities. This overhaul will allow dispatchers to receive direct photos, videos, and texts while utilizing AI for real-time translation and transcription in one of Georgia's most diverse counties. The project, funded by cellphone bill fees, aims to triage high call volumes and is expected to be fully operational by December 2026.
Beloved Atlanta pastor dies from 'super flu' complications during Mexico trip
An Atlanta pastor died from flu-related complications while visiting Mexico City.
An Atlanta pastor died from flu-related complications while visiting Mexico City.
Beloved Atlanta pastor dies from 'super flu'
The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus announced 61-year-old Rev. John Howren passed away on Monday from flu-related complications while visiting Mexico City.
The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus announced 61-year-old Rev. John Howren passed away on Monday from flu-related complications while visiting Mexico City.
Trump threatens funding to Minnesota: Is it legal?
President Donald Trump has put sanctuary states, including Minnesota, on notice with a new funding threat. Meanwhile, the legality of such cuts is in question.
President Donald Trump has put sanctuary states, including Minnesota, on notice with a new funding threat. Meanwhile, the legality of such cuts is in question.
FBI captures 'master of disguise' suspected in 11 metro Atlanta armed robberies
A 32-year-old master of disguise who investigators said used a series of professional disguises to carry out nearly a dozen armed robberies was arrested.
A 32-year-old master of disguise who investigators said used a series of professional disguises to carry out nearly a dozen armed robberies was arrested.
FBI identifies suspect in Atlanta robbery spree
For months, a 32-year-old master of disguise targeted businesses across metro Atlanta. The FBI has released surveillance footage of Tracy Mingo—who investigators say committed the robberies while posing as a construction worker, a security guard, and a medical professional in scrubs.
For months, a 32-year-old master of disguise targeted businesses across metro Atlanta. The FBI has released surveillance footage of Tracy Mingo—who investigators say committed the robberies while posing as a construction worker, a security guard, and a medical professional in scrubs.
Aloka the 'Peace Dog' recovering from surgery, will rejoin monks' walk to D.C.
Aloka the "Peace Dog" is recovering from successful surgery to repair ligament damage in his right rear leg.
Aloka the "Peace Dog" is recovering from successful surgery to repair ligament damage in his right rear leg.
Kiefer Sutherland accused of attacking ride-share driver in Hollywood
"24" star Kiefer Sutherland is accused of attacking a ride-share driver in Los Angeles.
"24" star Kiefer Sutherland is accused of attacking a ride-share driver in Los Angeles.
Georgia DCA RICO case: 4 convicted in attempt to defraud state agency
Four defendants were convicted for defrauding the Georgia Department of Community Affairs of nearly $200,000 using fake contracts.
Four defendants were convicted for defrauding the Georgia Department of Community Affairs of nearly $200,000 using fake contracts.
Stephen A. Smith mistakenly confuses Texans player with Charlie Kirk
ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith immediately apologized on-air after accidentally confusing Houston Texans wide receiver Christian Kirk with late conservative activist Charlie Kirk during analysis of the Texans' playoff victory.
ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith immediately apologized on-air after accidentally confusing Houston Texans wide receiver Christian Kirk with late conservative activist Charlie Kirk during analysis of the Texans' playoff victory.
Video appears to show Trump flipping off Ford worker who yelled at him in Dearborn plant
Trump in the video posted by TMZ, a factory worker appeared to launch into profanities at the president and although the audio is difficult to dissect, seems to call him a “pedophile protector."
Trump in the video posted by TMZ, a factory worker appeared to launch into profanities at the president and although the audio is difficult to dissect, seems to call him a “pedophile protector."
Citrus County community grieving after 2 teens die in tunnel collapse: ‘They were just kids’
The tight-knit community in Citrus County is in shock and grieving as they remember two teens — best friends — who died in a horrific tragedy.
The tight-knit community in Citrus County is in shock and grieving as they remember two teens — best friends — who died in a horrific tragedy.