FOX 5 I-Team not allowed to attend medical marijuana protest pre-hearing
The FOX 5 I-Team has learned that trying to keep up with the Georgia Medical marijuana bid protests is no easy task.
GGC criminal justice professor busted for felony shoplifting
An unlikely shoplifting suspect faces multiple counts.
Put a finance talk on this year's Thanksgiving menu
There are a few things you don’t talk about over the holidays: politics and money. But this year make an exception. With the family together again it's a good time to talk about finances.
Allowed to keep all fees for herself, first-year probate judge expected to pocket $280,000
Judge Christina Peterson was elected last year. She's due to make more than the governor, Supreme Court Chief Justice, and the state's two U.S. senators because county commissioners allow her to keep all vital records fees for herself.
Austell Police Chief Bob Starrett paid full salary to work from home
The city of Austell is now paying two different people to be their Chief of Police. One, Chief Bob Starrett, no longer comes to the office and is working from home on what is called special projects. Starrett is slated to retire early next year, according to the Austell Mayor.
Gwinnett medical examiner explains why she didn't call police over concerns about missing narcotics
But former investigators for the Gwinnett County medical examiner tell the FOX 5 I-Team she ignored their warnings about lax security measures that may have allowed seized drugs to disappear.
Gwinnett medical examiner staff forced to work for free, watch colleague be fired over Zoom
Former investigators of the Gwinnett County Medical Examiner’s office describe to the FOX 5 I-Team a place of emotional abuse, where some were forced to work for free and staff was once required to join a Zoom call to watch a colleague be fired.
Black Friday Planning: Start now to get best deals
Black Friday will be here before you know it. So you want to spend some time preparing for it. Not every retailer is worth your time.
Key Georgia legislator wants to reexamine medical marijuana bids
State legislators express displeasure with ongoing Medical Marijuana bid process. 6 winners have been tentatively selected.
Rental assistance rollout frustrates renters and landlords
The federal government OK’d more than $46 billion in emergency rental assistance, but the rollout of this money here in Georgia has been slow.
A poor credit score can cost you a lot
We talk a lot about how a good credit score can save you money. But now let's switch gears and talk about what three things a poor credit score can cost you.
Fire hazards discovered at SK Battery contractor job site
The city of Commerce found multiple fire code violations at an off-site building used by two SK Battery contractors.
Late credit card payments could be possible sign of dementia
Forgetting things as we age is normal. But when does it cross the line into something more, like dementia? A recent mental health study shows that money mistakes might be a sign that something is afoot.
Indicted Bishop given promotions and huge raises at local sheriff's office
Clayton County Sheriff Victor Hill has overseen nearly $80,000 in raises during the past three years for a controversial employee - Mitzi Bickers.
How to buy a piece of the Atlanta Braves
If you can’t afford to go to a World Series game, you can instead own a piece of the Atlanta Braves. They are the only team in Major League Baseball that is publicly traded on the stock exchange.
College severs relationship with Atlanta JUCO football program after FOX 5 I-Team probe
A FOX 5 I-Team investigation could help some frustrated junior college football players get a refund on their tuition.
Former players tried to warn others about Atlanta JUCO football owner
Two years ago, Deishan Lane of Fort Myers, Florida tried to warn others about a troubled college prep football program in Atlanta by using a typical Gen Z strategy:
Judge dismisses ethics charges against former gubernatorial candidate John Oxendine
An administrative law judge has thrown out two state ethics complaints against former Insurance Commissioner and one time candidate for Governor - John Oxendine.
The pros and cons of 'buy now, pay later' offers
The convenience of ‘buy now, pay later’ programs mean they are taking off. And retailers love them. But, be careful, they may not be a good idea for you.
Probate judge orders Thailand native jailed after trying to correct marriage license
Douglas County’s probate judge — already in trouble with the Judicial Qualifications Commission — now faces new questions over why she ordered a Thailand native to be jailed because she came into the office asking to correct a marriage certificate.