Hegseth updates on Operation Epic Fury
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth gave updates on the progress of Operation Epic Fury in a press conference, saying the upcoming days in Iran will be decisive.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth gave updates on the progress of Operation Epic Fury in a press conference, saying the upcoming days in Iran will be decisive.
Handcuffed woman who squeezed out of window of Michigan police car caught days after escape
A Michigan woman who managed to escape police custody by squeezing out of a patrol vehicle window while handcuffed over the weekend is back in custody, the Muskegon County Prosecutor's Office confirmed.
A Michigan woman who managed to escape police custody by squeezing out of a patrol vehicle window while handcuffed over the weekend is back in custody, the Muskegon County Prosecutor's Office confirmed.
Metro leaders urge veto of nonpartisan DA elections bill
Leaders from five metro Atlanta counties joined State House Democrats at the Capitol Tuesday to demand a veto of House Bill 369. The legislation, which has passed the General Assembly, would mandate nonpartisan elections for District Attorneys and other offices in Fulton, DeKalb, Gwinnett, Cobb, and Clayton counties. Officials warn the bill undermines voter transparency, raises constitutional concerns, and specifically targets diverse metro communities.
Leaders from five metro Atlanta counties joined State House Democrats at the Capitol Tuesday to demand a veto of House Bill 369. The legislation, which has passed the General Assembly, would mandate nonpartisan elections for District Attorneys and other offices in Fulton, DeKalb, Gwinnett, Cobb, and Clayton counties. Officials warn the bill undermines voter transparency, raises constitutional concerns, and specifically targets diverse metro communities.
New GDOT response unit launches to clear Georgia 400
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is launching a new, dedicated Incident Response Unit (IRU) this week to tackle congestion on Georgia 400. Operating 24/7 along a 16-mile corridor between North Springs and Forsyth County, the unit is a public-private partnership with SR 400 Peach Partners. As construction on the new express lanes ramps up toward a 2031 completion date, this team will use advanced tools like the "Lane Blade" to support HERO units and keep traffic moving.
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is launching a new, dedicated Incident Response Unit (IRU) this week to tackle congestion on Georgia 400. Operating 24/7 along a 16-mile corridor between North Springs and Forsyth County, the unit is a public-private partnership with SR 400 Peach Partners. As construction on the new express lanes ramps up toward a 2031 completion date, this team will use advanced tools like the "Lane Blade" to support HERO units and keep traffic moving.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla to make state visit to Washington, DC
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will make a state visit to the United States in late April to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence, a trip that will include a stop at the White House.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will make a state visit to the United States in late April to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence, a trip that will include a stop at the White House.
Delta to add Amazon satellite internet to fleet
Delta Airlines has announced a partnership with Amazon to install high-speed Leo satellite internet on its aircraft starting in 2028.
Delta Airlines has announced a partnership with Amazon to install high-speed Leo satellite internet on its aircraft starting in 2028.
Catoosa man gets multiple life sentences in child abuse case
A Catoosa County jury has convicted Nathaniel Lee Green of multiple child sex crimes involving a 2-year-old child, following a two-day trial.
A Catoosa County jury has convicted Nathaniel Lee Green of multiple child sex crimes involving a 2-year-old child, following a two-day trial.
Group behind anti-Jones ads may face ethics charges
A group that has spent millions of dollars on attack ads targeting Lt. Gov. Burt Jones could face charges after a state investigation.
A group that has spent millions of dollars on attack ads targeting Lt. Gov. Burt Jones could face charges after a state investigation.
North Georgia weather: Unseasonable 80s, daily rain chances
The FOX 5 Storm Team is tracking a stretch of spring-like warmth and daily rain chances that will keep North Georgia in the 80s for much of the week.
The FOX 5 Storm Team is tracking a stretch of spring-like warmth and daily rain chances that will keep North Georgia in the 80s for much of the week.
8AM Top Stories for March 31, 2026
Top stories for Tuesday morning include a rash of shootings in metro Atlanta and beyond; changes to the HERO program on GA-400; High 5 for Teachers profile; weather and traffic.
Top stories for Tuesday morning include a rash of shootings in metro Atlanta and beyond; changes to the HERO program on GA-400; High 5 for Teachers profile; weather and traffic.
Young Jimmy Carter superfan gets surprise at Atlanta center
A 5-year-old boy with a passion for presidential history got a once-in-a-lifetime surprise during a visit to The Carter Center in Atlanta.
A 5-year-old boy with a passion for presidential history got a once-in-a-lifetime surprise during a visit to The Carter Center in Atlanta.
5-year-old Jimmy Carter superfan visits Atlanta
Ryan, a young fan of former President Jimmy Carter, traveled from New Jersey with his family for a spring break trip. While the visit to the center was planned, what happened next was not.
Ryan, a young fan of former President Jimmy Carter, traveled from New Jersey with his family for a spring break trip. While the visit to the center was planned, what happened next was not.
Cracking down on gas station heroin
Federal officials are pushing to ban sales of tianeptine, which is often called "gas station heroin." 14 states have already classified the tricyclic antidepressant as a Schedule 1 controlled substance.
Federal officials are pushing to ban sales of tianeptine, which is often called "gas station heroin." 14 states have already classified the tricyclic antidepressant as a Schedule 1 controlled substance.
Multiple dead, several injured in rash of metro Atlanta shootings
Police are investigating a violent wave of gunfire across the city that left at least two men dead and five others injured in three separate Monday night incidents.
Police are investigating a violent wave of gunfire across the city that left at least two men dead and five others injured in three separate Monday night incidents.
Rash of shootings in metro Atlanta
There has been a rash of shootings in the last 12 hours in metro Atlanta, including shootings at Atlantic Station, North Camp Creek Parkway, Lee Street and Donnelly Avenue, and Charter Lane. There was also a double murder in LaGrange. Marc Teichner reporting.
There has been a rash of shootings in the last 12 hours in metro Atlanta, including shootings at Atlantic Station, North Camp Creek Parkway, Lee Street and Donnelly Avenue, and Charter Lane. There was also a double murder in LaGrange. Marc Teichner reporting.
DeSantis signs bill renaming Palm Beach Airport after Trump
Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport after President Donald Trump.
Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport after President Donald Trump.
MARTA begins transition to new 'Better Breeze' payment system
MARTA has begun transitioning to its new Better Breeze payment system to modernize the transit experience.
MARTA has begun transitioning to its new Better Breeze payment system to modernize the transit experience.
What is MARTA’s Better Breeze system?
MARTA is launching its new Better Breeze payment system at stations like Lindbergh and Midtown to provide a more seamless, future-proof experience for transit riders ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
MARTA is launching its new Better Breeze payment system at stations like Lindbergh and Midtown to provide a more seamless, future-proof experience for transit riders ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
Fake FBI agent arrested in Cobb County
A Cobb County man is behind bars after allegedly using a light-equipped SUV to impersonate an FBI agent and pull over a woman driving home from work.
A Cobb County man is behind bars after allegedly using a light-equipped SUV to impersonate an FBI agent and pull over a woman driving home from work.
Man arrested for posing as FBI agent in Cobb traffic stop
A Cobb County woman’s commute home turned into a frightening roadside encounter when a man allegedly used fake police lights to stage an illegal traffic stop.
A Cobb County woman’s commute home turned into a frightening roadside encounter when a man allegedly used fake police lights to stage an illegal traffic stop.