Trial of Colin Gray begins with jury selection in Hall County
Jury selection is underway for the trial of Colin Gray, the father of the teenager accused of the deadly 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School. Gray faces 29 charges, including second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter, for allegedly providing his son with the firearm used in the attack. The trial, held in Barrow County with a jury pool from Hall County, is a rare case of a parent being held criminally responsible for a school shooting. FOX 5’s Rey Llerena is live at the Barrow County Courthouse with a preview of the high-profile legal battle.
Jury selection is underway for the trial of Colin Gray, the father of the teenager accused of the deadly 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School. Gray faces 29 charges, including second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter, for allegedly providing his son with the firearm used in the attack. The trial, held in Barrow County with a jury pool from Hall County, is a rare case of a parent being held criminally responsible for a school shooting. FOX 5’s Rey Llerena is live at the Barrow County Courthouse with a preview of the high-profile legal battle.
Man arrested for killing 19-year-old in Douglasville
Deputies with the Douglas County Sheriff's Office have arrested a suspect in the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old University of West Georgia student over the weekend. He was identified on Monday morning as David Marc Anthony Powell.
Deputies with the Douglas County Sheriff's Office have arrested a suspect in the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old University of West Georgia student over the weekend. He was identified on Monday morning as David Marc Anthony Powell.
Apalachee High School shooting: Jury selection underway for Colin Gray
Jury selection began Monday in the trial of Colin Gray, the father of the accused Apalachee High School shooter.
Jury selection began Monday in the trial of Colin Gray, the father of the accused Apalachee High School shooter.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance | Day 9: Deadline approaches
The search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie, enters its ninth day with a critical ransom deadline looming. Pima County investigators and the FBI are currently vetting multiple ransom notes demanding $6 million in Bitcoin, with a final deadline set for 5 p.m. local time today, Feb 9, 2026. Over the weekend, authorities focused their efforts on forensic searches at the Guthrie residence, including an inspection of the septic system. Savannah Guthrie and her siblings have issued a plea to the captors, stating they are ready to pay for their mother's safe return.
The search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie, enters its ninth day with a critical ransom deadline looming. Pima County investigators and the FBI are currently vetting multiple ransom notes demanding $6 million in Bitcoin, with a final deadline set for 5 p.m. local time today, Feb 9, 2026. Over the weekend, authorities focused their efforts on forensic searches at the Guthrie residence, including an inspection of the septic system. Savannah Guthrie and her siblings have issued a plea to the captors, stating they are ready to pay for their mother's safe return.
Monday afternoon forecast
FOX 5 Storm Team meteorologist Alex Forbes is tracking a beautiful clearing trend for metro Atlanta this Monday afternoon. After a chilly start to the month, temperatures are climbing with sunny skies.
FOX 5 Storm Team meteorologist Alex Forbes is tracking a beautiful clearing trend for metro Atlanta this Monday afternoon. After a chilly start to the month, temperatures are climbing with sunny skies.
Small plane hits multiple cars in Gainesville emergency landing
A single-engine plane made an emergency landing on a busy Gainesville roadway Monday afternoon, striking vehicles and shutting down a major intersection. The aircraft touched down at the intersection of Browns Bridge Road and Pearl Nix Parkway, according to the Gainesville Police Department. FOX 5’s Tanya Mendoza reports that while the plane collided with multiple cars, only minor injuries have been reported. Motorists are being urged to avoid the area as investigators work to determine the cause of the emergency landing.
A single-engine plane made an emergency landing on a busy Gainesville roadway Monday afternoon, striking vehicles and shutting down a major intersection. The aircraft touched down at the intersection of Browns Bridge Road and Pearl Nix Parkway, according to the Gainesville Police Department. FOX 5’s Tanya Mendoza reports that while the plane collided with multiple cars, only minor injuries have been reported. Motorists are being urged to avoid the area as investigators work to determine the cause of the emergency landing.
Henry County moving forward with new $55M aquatic center
The long-anticipated Henry County Aquatic Center is hitting its next major development milestone. With a total project budget of $55 million funded by SPLOST V, the facility in McDonough is on track for a summer 2026 completion. FOX 5’s Chris Rosenthal reports on the latest progress at the site, which will feature a 50-meter indoor competition pool and a massive outdoor water park. Officials say the center will be a "game-changer" for both local recreation and competitive swimming events in Middle Georgia.
The long-anticipated Henry County Aquatic Center is hitting its next major development milestone. With a total project budget of $55 million funded by SPLOST V, the facility in McDonough is on track for a summer 2026 completion. FOX 5’s Chris Rosenthal reports on the latest progress at the site, which will feature a 50-meter indoor competition pool and a massive outdoor water park. Officials say the center will be a "game-changer" for both local recreation and competitive swimming events in Middle Georgia.
Joshua Schiffer talks about Colin Gray trial
Atlanta-based criminal defense lawyer Joshua Schiffer talks about the Colin Gray trial and what the State of Georgia is hoping to prove.
Atlanta-based criminal defense lawyer Joshua Schiffer talks about the Colin Gray trial and what the State of Georgia is hoping to prove.
Cars.com names 2026 Best of Awards winners
Cars.com senior road test editor Mike Hanley joins FOX 5 to discuss the 2026 Best of Awards and a major shift in American car-shopping habits. With rising vehicle prices and interest rates, buyers are now spending up to six weeks on research before visiting a dealership. The all-new Nissan LEAF took home the top honor of "Best Car of 2026" for its affordability and range, while the Nissan Armada was named "Best SUV." Learn which family cars, trucks, and luxury EVs made the list.
Cars.com senior road test editor Mike Hanley joins FOX 5 to discuss the 2026 Best of Awards and a major shift in American car-shopping habits. With rising vehicle prices and interest rates, buyers are now spending up to six weeks on research before visiting a dealership. The all-new Nissan LEAF took home the top honor of "Best Car of 2026" for its affordability and range, while the Nissan Armada was named "Best SUV." Learn which family cars, trucks, and luxury EVs made the list.
UWG student killed near Douglasville store; suspect identified
Deputies with the Douglas County Sheriff's Office have arrested a suspect in the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old University of West Georgia student over the weekend.
Deputies with the Douglas County Sheriff's Office have arrested a suspect in the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old University of West Georgia student over the weekend.
Seahawks defeat Patriots in Super Bowl LX
The Seattle Seahawks are Super Bowl LX champions after a 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots at Levi's Stadium. In a rematch over a decade in the making, the Seahawks maintained a steady lead from the beginning to claim their second Lombardi Trophy. FOX’s Ashley Dvorkin reports from Santa Clara on Kenneth Walker III’s MVP performance and Bad Bunny’s historic halftime show. A championship parade is scheduled for Wednesday in Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks are Super Bowl LX champions after a 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots at Levi's Stadium. In a rematch over a decade in the making, the Seahawks maintained a steady lead from the beginning to claim their second Lombardi Trophy. FOX’s Ashley Dvorkin reports from Santa Clara on Kenneth Walker III’s MVP performance and Bad Bunny’s historic halftime show. A championship parade is scheduled for Wednesday in Seattle.
DHS finalizes purchase of Social Circle warehouse for ICE detention center
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has officially purchased a massive industrial warehouse in Social Circle, Georgia, with plans to convert it into a large-scale ICE detention center. Despite strong opposition from local leaders and U.S. Rep. Mike Collins, the facility at 1365 E. Hightower Trail is expected to begin housing up to 10,000 detainees as early as April 2026. Social Circle officials warn that the facility will triple the city's population and overwhelm local infrastructure.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has officially purchased a massive industrial warehouse in Social Circle, Georgia, with plans to convert it into a large-scale ICE detention center. Despite strong opposition from local leaders and U.S. Rep. Mike Collins, the facility at 1365 E. Hightower Trail is expected to begin housing up to 10,000 detainees as early as April 2026. Social Circle officials warn that the facility will triple the city's population and overwhelm local infrastructure.
Trial for father of accused Apalachee High School shooter begins
Jury selection is underway for the trial of Colin Gray, the father of the teenager accused of the deadly 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School. Gray faces 29 charges, including second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter, for allegedly providing his son with the firearm used in the attack. The trial, held in Barrow County with a jury pulled from Hall County, is a rare case of a parent being held criminally responsible for a school shooting. Prosecutors argue Gray was aware of his son’s mental health struggles and violent obsessions before the tragedy.
Jury selection is underway for the trial of Colin Gray, the father of the teenager accused of the deadly 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School. Gray faces 29 charges, including second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter, for allegedly providing his son with the firearm used in the attack. The trial, held in Barrow County with a jury pulled from Hall County, is a rare case of a parent being held criminally responsible for a school shooting. Prosecutors argue Gray was aware of his son’s mental health struggles and violent obsessions before the tragedy.
Douglas County deputies arrest suspect in murder of 19-year-old UWG student
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest in the shooting death of 19-year-old Lyric Farley. The University of West Georgia student and Carrollton High School graduate was found with multiple gunshot wounds on Kings Highway on Saturday afternoon. During a press conference Monday, investigators confirmed they identified and arrested a suspect following an overnight investigation.
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest in the shooting death of 19-year-old Lyric Farley. The University of West Georgia student and Carrollton High School graduate was found with multiple gunshot wounds on Kings Highway on Saturday afternoon. During a press conference Monday, investigators confirmed they identified and arrested a suspect following an overnight investigation.
Troup County jail escapee captured in Cherokee County
Authorities have captured 20-year-old Christian Joel Marcos Cortez after he escaped from the Troup County Jail early Sunday morning. Cortez, who has been in custody since June 2025 on child molestation charges, reportedly walked through an exterior door and climbed a fence to flee the property around 4:42 a.m. Following a tip that he had traveled to Acworth, Cherokee County deputies took him into custody Sunday night. Troup County officials have launched an internal investigation to determine how the security breach occurred.
Authorities have captured 20-year-old Christian Joel Marcos Cortez after he escaped from the Troup County Jail early Sunday morning. Cortez, who has been in custody since June 2025 on child molestation charges, reportedly walked through an exterior door and climbed a fence to flee the property around 4:42 a.m. Following a tip that he had traveled to Acworth, Cherokee County deputies took him into custody Sunday night. Troup County officials have launched an internal investigation to determine how the security breach occurred.
DeKalb County police investigating deadly overnight shooting
Police in DeKalb County are investigating two overnight scenes after officers responded to separate incidents within about an hour of each other.
Police in DeKalb County are investigating two overnight scenes after officers responded to separate incidents within about an hour of each other.
8AM Top Stories for Feb. 9, 2026
Monday morning's top stories include a 10-year-old shot over the weekend; 2 police officers injured during a weekend shooting incident; Colin Gray trial scheduled to begin; Tara Baker's murder trial continues; wet weather on the way later in the week.
Monday morning's top stories include a 10-year-old shot over the weekend; 2 police officers injured during a weekend shooting incident; Colin Gray trial scheduled to begin; Tara Baker's murder trial continues; wet weather on the way later in the week.
Body pulled from car in DeKalb County
DeKalb County police are investigating two overnight shootings. The first one happened on Meadowglenn Village Lane. A body was observed being pulled from a car at that vehicle. The other shooting happened at a shopping center on Covington Highway. Details have not been released for either shooting at this time.
DeKalb County police are investigating two overnight shootings. The first one happened on Meadowglenn Village Lane. A body was observed being pulled from a car at that vehicle. The other shooting happened at a shopping center on Covington Highway. Details have not been released for either shooting at this time.
Stone Mountain Village celebrates Mardi Gras
Stone Mountain Village celebrated Mardi Gras over the weekend with a colorful parade and festival.
Stone Mountain Village celebrated Mardi Gras over the weekend with a colorful parade and festival.
Free coffee today from Starbucks
Starbucks is offering free coffee today at participating locations if you purchase a qualifying beverage. They are also introducing a new blend named the Starbucks 1971 Roast, which is named after the year Starbucks opened its first location in Seattle.
Starbucks is offering free coffee today at participating locations if you purchase a qualifying beverage. They are also introducing a new blend named the Starbucks 1971 Roast, which is named after the year Starbucks opened its first location in Seattle.