Poll: Americans largely back Biden's virus response

Joe Biden is enjoying an early presidential honeymoon, with 60% of Americans approving of his job performance and even more backing his handling of the coronavirus pandemic.

FBI arrests Trump appointee in connection with deadly Capitol riot

Federico Klein, a former State Department aide who was appointed by former President Donald Trump was arrested on Thursday by the FBI, in connection with the deadly Jan. 6 Capitol riots.

Georgia moving to repeal citizen’s arrest after Arbery death

Georgia moved closer Thursday to the possible repeal of an 1863 law that lets private citizens make an arrest, more than a year after the fatal shooting of Ahmaud Arbery, a Black man chased by white men who said they suspected he had committed a crime.

Georgia House seeks bigger bump in mental health spending

Georgia House members want to spend more on mental health and state universities next year, using savings from the state share of the Medicaid program and reduced debt payments.

Deb Haaland nomination for interior secretary approved by key panel, moves to full Senate

A key Senate committee on Thursday approved the nomination of New Mexico Rep. Deb Haaland to be interior secretary, clearing the way for a Senate vote that is likely to make her the first Native American to lead a Cabinet agency.

England's Prince Philip recovering from heart surgery

The palace says the 99-year-old Duke of Edinburgh, the husband of Queen Elizabeth II, "underwent a successful procedure for a pre-existing heart condition at St Bartholomew's Hospital."

Coach Chipper already making an impact with Braves

Braves Hall of Famer Chipper Jones is taking on a new role with the team this season. Jones is now an assistant hitting coach with the team and has already made his presence felt down at spring training.

Biden's Cabinet half-empty as confirmations trickle in

President Joe Biden’s Cabinet is taking shape at the slowest pace of any in modern history, with just over a dozen nominees for top posts confirmed more than a month into his tenure

Georgia opening new mass vaccination sites, thousands of new doses to prioritize teachers

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp made clear Wednesday his intention to prioritize vaccinating teachers for COVID-19 and to improve the state's vaccination rate by opening five new mass vaccination sites. 

‘Neanderthal thinking’: Biden calls Texas, other states’ decisions to ease COVID-19 rules ‘a big mistake’

President Joe Biden called Texas and other states’ decisions to end mask mandates and loosen other COVID-19 restrictions “a big mistake” and said it's “Neanderthal thinking.”

'They give me strength': Vanessa Bryant continues to persevere after death of Kobe, Gigi

Nearly 14 months after losing her husband and 13-year-old daughter in an unspeakable tragedy, Vanessa Bryant is speaking out and shares how she found "light in the darkness" in an exclusive interview with People Magazine. 

How President Joe Biden's American Rescue Plan affects Georgia

FOX 5 Atlanta's Christine Sperow sat down with White House officials Tuesday to discuss the impact of the American Rescue Plan on Georgia. 

Neera Tanden, Biden's OMB pick, withdraws her nomination amid opposition

President Joe Biden’s pick to head the Office of Management and Budget, Neera Tanden, has withdrawn her nomination after she faced opposition from key Democratic and Republican senators for her controversial tweets.

'Trumparilla' among boat parades being planned in lieu of Gasparilla

Tampa's annual Gasparilla tradition may be off, but that isn't stopping Cliff Gephart and others from launching a boat parade of their own, calling it Trumparilla.

Senate confirms Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo as commerce secretary

The Senate voted overwhelmingly Tuesday to confirm Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo to serve as President Joe Biden’s commerce secretary and help guide the economy's recovery during and after the coronavirus pandemic.

Jahmil French, 'Degrassi: The Next Generation' actor, dead at 29

Actor Jahmil French, best known for his role in the Canadian drama series "Degrassi: The Next Generation," has died at age 29.