Johnny Hollman death: City settles with family of Atlanta deacon
The city of Atlanta has agreed to settle with the family of a Georgia church deacon who died during a confrontation with a police officer after a minor car crash in 2023.
The city of Atlanta has agreed to settle with the family of a Georgia church deacon who died during a confrontation with a police officer after a minor car crash in 2023.
Congress launches probe of city cops on federal task forces after Jimmy Atchison shooting
Congress’ Government Accountability Office has launched an investigation into federal task forces involving local police.
Congress’ Government Accountability Office has launched an investigation into federal task forces involving local police.
Atlanta Police Mounted Patrol horse escapes through vandalized fence
Police in Atlanta want to know who cut a hole in the Atlanta Police Department Mounted Patrol facility, located along Cherokee Avenue SE.
Police in Atlanta want to know who cut a hole in the Atlanta Police Department Mounted Patrol facility, located along Cherokee Avenue SE.
Soaring car thefts hit Atlanta's airport
Motor vehicle thefts are on the rise at the world’s busiest airport. FOX 5 has been reporting on the number of thefts over the past month.
Motor vehicle thefts are on the rise at the world’s busiest airport. FOX 5 has been reporting on the number of thefts over the past month.
Atlanta approves $1.5M for park camera upgrades, police patrols
The city of Atlanta will invest $1.5 million in park safety this year after a unanimous vote from members of the city council on Monday night.
The city of Atlanta will invest $1.5 million in park safety this year after a unanimous vote from members of the city council on Monday night.
Major drug crackdown in Atlanta: Narcotics, weapons seized as community tips lead 8 arrests
Three drug busts caught on camera land eight people behind bars and netted tens of thousands in illegal narcotics and weapons off Atlanta streets.
Three drug busts caught on camera land eight people behind bars and netted tens of thousands in illegal narcotics and weapons off Atlanta streets.
Atlanta police looking for inmate who escaped from Grady Hospital
Atlanta police are looking for a woman who reportedly escaped from Atlanta City Detention Center staff while she was waiting for medical treatment at Grady Memorial Hospital.
Atlanta police are looking for a woman who reportedly escaped from Atlanta City Detention Center staff while she was waiting for medical treatment at Grady Memorial Hospital.
Atlanta City Council responds after another report of violence near GSU campus
Some Georgia State University students are on edge after another person was found with a gunshot wound near student housing Saturday night. The spot has been a hotspot for violence the last several months.
Some Georgia State University students are on edge after another person was found with a gunshot wound near student housing Saturday night. The spot has been a hotspot for violence the last several months.
Atlanta cracking down on homeless camps, finding temporary housing for those in need
Atlanta is cracking down on homeless camps. On Monday, the city sent out police to clear out an encampment under the Cheshire Bridge between Buford Highway and Interstate 85 after several fires burned out of control. Officials say a few unhoused people were trying to stay warm.
Atlanta is cracking down on homeless camps. On Monday, the city sent out police to clear out an encampment under the Cheshire Bridge between Buford Highway and Interstate 85 after several fires burned out of control. Officials say a few unhoused people were trying to stay warm.
APD CARE Unit: Atlanta police’s civilian patrols
Atlanta Police Department's new CARE Unit are bridging the gap between community needs and police response, one call at a time.
Atlanta Police Department's new CARE Unit are bridging the gap between community needs and police response, one call at a time.
Gun violence in Atlanta: Chief gives report card on targeting guns, gangs, and drugs
Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum say getting guns and drugs out of the hands of criminals and gang members is a top priority for police.
Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum say getting guns and drugs out of the hands of criminals and gang members is a top priority for police.
Atlanta police changes procedures following I-Team investigation into girl’s starving death
A legal expert tells the FOX 5 I-Team, the Atlanta Police Department had a duty to take “immediate action" that might have saved 4-year-old Treasure McWeay from starving to death, but didn’t. Now, after an I-Team investigation, APD announces an overhaul in how it works with DFCS on welfare checks.
A legal expert tells the FOX 5 I-Team, the Atlanta Police Department had a duty to take “immediate action" that might have saved 4-year-old Treasure McWeay from starving to death, but didn’t. Now, after an I-Team investigation, APD announces an overhaul in how it works with DFCS on welfare checks.
Atlanta's 911 calls skyrocket in 2023: Too many non-emergency callers
City leaders within Atlanta’s emergency services department say calls to 911 have skyrocketed in the last year—causing prolonged wait times.
City leaders within Atlanta’s emergency services department say calls to 911 have skyrocketed in the last year—causing prolonged wait times.
Atlanta police launch internal investigation into handling of 4-year-old who starved to death
Treasure McWeay died of starvation. Now, the Atlanta Police Department has launched an internal investigation into its handling of the case as her father, now accused of malice murder, appears in court.
Treasure McWeay died of starvation. Now, the Atlanta Police Department has launched an internal investigation into its handling of the case as her father, now accused of malice murder, appears in court.
APD officer dies after suffering medical emergency before shift
Officer Kenya Galloway was found unresponsive in his vehicle after suffering a medical emergency before his shift Thursday night.
Officer Kenya Galloway was found unresponsive in his vehicle after suffering a medical emergency before his shift Thursday night.
Atlanta crime rates drop: What the mayor, police chief says worked
Atlanta's Mayor Andre Dickens will be joined by the city's police chief and community leaders later this morning for a news conference to address crime reduction efforts.
Atlanta's Mayor Andre Dickens will be joined by the city's police chief and community leaders later this morning for a news conference to address crime reduction efforts.
Atlanta landmark Manuel's Tavern faces vandalism ahead of mayor's speaking engagement
A popular Atlanta neighborhood bar, Manuel's Tavern, known for hosting political groups, was vandalized and some vulgar graffiti targeting Mayor Andre Dickens was scrawled on the business.
A popular Atlanta neighborhood bar, Manuel's Tavern, known for hosting political groups, was vandalized and some vulgar graffiti targeting Mayor Andre Dickens was scrawled on the business.
Murders, violent crime down across Atlanta in 2023, car thefts skyrocketed
Atlanta rang in the New Year with lower rates of violent crime, according to preliminary data from police.
Atlanta rang in the New Year with lower rates of violent crime, according to preliminary data from police.
Ho Ho Whoa! Clients put Santa contractor on naughty list
It's been a long time since Kurt Berger climbed up on Santa's lap. But the East Lake homeowner admitted dreaming about it a lot these days.
It's been a long time since Kurt Berger climbed up on Santa's lap. But the East Lake homeowner admitted dreaming about it a lot these days.
Battle over 'Stop Cop City' referendum heading to federal appeals court
A court hearing on Thursday could determine whether the public will get to vote on the future of the controversial training center for Atlanta police and first responders.
A court hearing on Thursday could determine whether the public will get to vote on the future of the controversial training center for Atlanta police and first responders.