Submerged car pulled from water at Lake Lanier
A dive team has removed a car from the water near a boat ramp at Tidwell Park along Lake Lanier in Forsyth County. An ambulance is on scene. This is a developing story.
A dive team has removed a car from the water near a boat ramp at Tidwell Park along Lake Lanier in Forsyth County. An ambulance is on scene. This is a developing story.
Daylight Saving Time: do the risks outweigh the benefits?
We talk with a sleep expert, Jay Pea, President of Save Standard Time, about how "springing forward" for Daylight Saving Time affects our bodies and why it might not be the best thing for us.
We talk with a sleep expert, Jay Pea, President of Save Standard Time, about how "springing forward" for Daylight Saving Time affects our bodies and why it might not be the best thing for us.
DNA breakthrough in search for Nancy Guthrie
Authorities have found a glove they believe to have been worn by Nancy Guthrie's suspected kidnapper in released FBI ring camera footage from the night of her disappearance. Preliminary analysis shows DNA was found on the glove. Further testing could reveal the person who wore it in as soon as 24 hours.
Authorities have found a glove they believe to have been worn by Nancy Guthrie's suspected kidnapper in released FBI ring camera footage from the night of her disappearance. Preliminary analysis shows DNA was found on the glove. Further testing could reveal the person who wore it in as soon as 24 hours.
How the partial government shutdown impacts you
The partial government shutdown stretched into another week after negotiators failed to reach a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) over the weekend. Congress is on a weeklong recess and is not scheduled to return to Washington, D.C., until the week of Feb. 22nd, leaving the shutdown's end in limbo as both parties remain far apart on key provisions. Here's how the shutdown may affect you.
The partial government shutdown stretched into another week after negotiators failed to reach a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) over the weekend. Congress is on a weeklong recess and is not scheduled to return to Washington, D.C., until the week of Feb. 22nd, leaving the shutdown's end in limbo as both parties remain far apart on key provisions. Here's how the shutdown may affect you.
Mattie's Call for missing 62-year-old Ellenwood man
Clayton County police are searching for Calvin Redding, 62, who was last seen leaving his home on Springfield Place. Redding has a medical condition that requires ongoing care and his family is worried for his well-being. Anyone with information is asked to call Clayton County 911 or (770) 477-3747.
Clayton County police are searching for Calvin Redding, 62, who was last seen leaving his home on Springfield Place. Redding has a medical condition that requires ongoing care and his family is worried for his well-being. Anyone with information is asked to call Clayton County 911 or (770) 477-3747.
Weed Wrangle: The fight against Georgia's invasive species
Volunteers are working this President's Day to save Atlanta's parks one pull at a time by weeding invasive species. Mary Scott Nature Park is one problem area in particular, and this group has been working there for about a decade.
Volunteers are working this President's Day to save Atlanta's parks one pull at a time by weeding invasive species. Mary Scott Nature Park is one problem area in particular, and this group has been working there for about a decade.
Hottest new toys from NYC Toy Fair
Lifestyle and parenting expert, Amanda Mushro, breaks down the hottest toys on the market and gives some sneak peeks of trendy toys before they even hit the shelves. From National Geographic's digital play headsets to Skelekins creepy-cute collectables.
Lifestyle and parenting expert, Amanda Mushro, breaks down the hottest toys on the market and gives some sneak peeks of trendy toys before they even hit the shelves. From National Geographic's digital play headsets to Skelekins creepy-cute collectables.
Colin Gray trial: Prosecution opening statements
Barrow County District Attorney Brad Smith delivers opening statements in the Colin Gray trial. Colin Gray is the father of Colt Gray, accused Apalachee High School mass shooter.
Barrow County District Attorney Brad Smith delivers opening statements in the Colin Gray trial. Colin Gray is the father of Colt Gray, accused Apalachee High School mass shooter.
Colin Gray Trial: Defense opening statements
Defense Attorney Brian Hobbs delivers opening statements in the Colin Gray trial. Colin Gray is the father of Colt Gray, accused Apalachee High School mass shooter.
Defense Attorney Brian Hobbs delivers opening statements in the Colin Gray trial. Colin Gray is the father of Colt Gray, accused Apalachee High School mass shooter.
8AM Top Stories for Feb. 16, 2026
Top stories for Monday morning include multiple shootings over the weekend; Colin Gray trial begins; early voting for MTG's seat begins; warm weather this week; and more.
Top stories for Monday morning include multiple shootings over the weekend; Colin Gray trial begins; early voting for MTG's seat begins; warm weather this week; and more.
New federal funding for Georgia's drinking water infrastructure announced
U.S. Sens. Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff announced new federal funding for Georgia’s drinking water infrastructure, saying more than $67 million will be delivered through the bipartisan infrastructure law.
U.S. Sens. Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff announced new federal funding for Georgia’s drinking water infrastructure, saying more than $67 million will be delivered through the bipartisan infrastructure law.
Gwinnett sheriff says ICE meeting with educators was 'constructive'
Gwinnett County Sheriff Kebo Taylor issued an update after meeting with a teachers’ union about ICE concerns.
Gwinnett County Sheriff Kebo Taylor issued an update after meeting with a teachers’ union about ICE concerns.
Early voting begins to fill Marjorie Taylor Greene's vacant seat
Early voting begins Monday for one of Georgia’s most-watched congressional elections: the special election for northwest Georgia’s 14th Congressional District.
Early voting begins Monday for one of Georgia’s most-watched congressional elections: the special election for northwest Georgia’s 14th Congressional District.
City of Marietta hit by nationwide ransomware attack
The city of Marietta says it can’t process certain online credit card payments after a nationwide ransomware attack.
The city of Marietta says it can’t process certain online credit card payments after a nationwide ransomware attack.
Walk for Peace monks return to Texas, reflection event planned
After an arduous 112-day journey spanning more than 2,300 miles, a group of Buddhist monks has officially completed their cross-country "Walk for Peace."
After an arduous 112-day journey spanning more than 2,300 miles, a group of Buddhist monks has officially completed their cross-country "Walk for Peace."
Walk For Peace monks back in Texas
The Walk For Peace monks have returned to Texas. They were greeted by thousands over the weekend. Ceremony planned to reflect on their walk.
The Walk For Peace monks have returned to Texas. They were greeted by thousands over the weekend. Ceremony planned to reflect on their walk.
Barack Obama responds to ape video
Former President Barack Obama responded to the "racist" video posted by President Donald Trump's social media account earlier this month in an interview with YouTuber Brian Tyler Cohen.
Former President Barack Obama responded to the "racist" video posted by President Donald Trump's social media account earlier this month in an interview with YouTuber Brian Tyler Cohen.
Islamic Relief USA hosts food distribution in Clarkston
Islamic Relief USA partnered with local organizations in Clarkston to host a large-scale food distribution on Sunday, February 15. The event aimed to support hundreds of families in the DeKalb County area, particularly refugees and low-income households, ahead of the start of Ramadan. FOX 5’s Kaitlyn Pratt reports from the scene on how the community is coming together to fight food insecurity and how you can volunteer for upcoming "Day of Dignity" events.
Islamic Relief USA partnered with local organizations in Clarkston to host a large-scale food distribution on Sunday, February 15. The event aimed to support hundreds of families in the DeKalb County area, particularly refugees and low-income households, ahead of the start of Ramadan. FOX 5’s Kaitlyn Pratt reports from the scene on how the community is coming together to fight food insecurity and how you can volunteer for upcoming "Day of Dignity" events.
Monday morning haze clears for possible record-setting week in North Georgia
Residents heading out for Presidents Day should prepare for a split-personality weather morning.
Residents heading out for Presidents Day should prepare for a split-personality weather morning.
Monday morning weather forecast
While dense fog is currently blanketing parts of North Georgia—particularly along the I-85 corridor and toward Athens—the haze will soon give way to an unseasonably warm afternoon in metro Atlanta and North Georgia.
While dense fog is currently blanketing parts of North Georgia—particularly along the I-85 corridor and toward Athens—the haze will soon give way to an unseasonably warm afternoon in metro Atlanta and North Georgia.