JetBlue now taking Venmo payments
The low-cost airline Jetblue makes paying for a flight easier by using your Venmo balance. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle breaks down how it works.
The low-cost airline Jetblue makes paying for a flight easier by using your Venmo balance. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle breaks down how it works.
File your taxes earlier for a quick refund
If you procrastinate filing your tax return, there may be a real incentive to knock it out early. The IRS says most refunds are issued in 21 days, but there are guidelines for making it happen quickly.
If you procrastinate filing your tax return, there may be a real incentive to knock it out early. The IRS says most refunds are issued in 21 days, but there are guidelines for making it happen quickly.
Tax filing assistance
There are several changes for this year's tax season, including Direct File. However, Georgia is not on the list of states where it is available. There is help for those that need it. Dana Fowle has the info.
There are several changes for this year's tax season, including Direct File. However, Georgia is not on the list of states where it is available. There is help for those that need it. Dana Fowle has the info.
How to stick to your new year's resolutions
We're getting close to the end of January and many people have already quit those resolutions they made at the start of the year. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle looked at what makes goals successful and how you can stick to your plans for the rest of 2025.
We're getting close to the end of January and many people have already quit those resolutions they made at the start of the year. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle looked at what makes goals successful and how you can stick to your plans for the rest of 2025.
Amid 'unacceptable behavior' probe, Atlanta VA’s police chief was about to be fired. She retired instead
All of it involving the top leadership of the Atlanta VA Health Care System’s police department.
All of it involving the top leadership of the Atlanta VA Health Care System’s police department.
I-Team: Atlanta VA’s police chief retired before being fired
By Johnny Edwards Published January 23, 2025 Atlanta VA’s police chief retired before being fired Another member of the top brass with the Atlanta VA Police Department has retired while under investigation. Police Chief Beverly Banks had been suspended with pay since May, when the VA began investigating her department's troubled culture. Then a recording emerged of Banks telling a staff meeting, she no longer wanted to hire Black or Hispanic women. Saying they come with, quote, "a whole lot of attitude." The Brief Beverly Banks, former chief of the Atlanta VA Health Care System’s police department, had been suspended with pay since May, when Veterans Affairs announced an investigation "due to employee complaints and allegations of unacceptable behavior in the police department … including allegations of sexual assault and harassment." The VA says Banks faced a corrective action that included a recommendation for her removal in 30 days. Before that time was up, she retired effective Jan. 10. Former Deputy Chief Johnnie McCullor, accused of sexually assaulting a former dispatcher, also retired while under investigation, in June. The VA told the FOX 5 I-Team its internal investigation ends with Banks’s departure. ATLANTA - A sexual assault allegation, reports of internal dysfunction, and a recorded rant about not wanting to hire Black or Hispanic women because they bring "a whole lot of (expletive) attitude." FULL STORY: https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/investigation-alleged-unacceptable-behavior-atlanta-va-police-brass-ends-not-discipline
By Johnny Edwards Published January 23, 2025 Atlanta VA’s police chief retired before being fired Another member of the top brass with the Atlanta VA Police Department has retired while under investigation. Police Chief Beverly Banks had been suspended with pay since May, when the VA began investigating her department's troubled culture. Then a recording emerged of Banks telling a staff meeting, she no longer wanted to hire Black or Hispanic women. Saying they come with, quote, "a whole lot of attitude." The Brief Beverly Banks, former chief of the Atlanta VA Health Care System’s police department, had been suspended with pay since May, when Veterans Affairs announced an investigation "due to employee complaints and allegations of unacceptable behavior in the police department … including allegations of sexual assault and harassment." The VA says Banks faced a corrective action that included a recommendation for her removal in 30 days. Before that time was up, she retired effective Jan. 10. Former Deputy Chief Johnnie McCullor, accused of sexually assaulting a former dispatcher, also retired while under investigation, in June. The VA told the FOX 5 I-Team its internal investigation ends with Banks’s departure. ATLANTA - A sexual assault allegation, reports of internal dysfunction, and a recorded rant about not wanting to hire Black or Hispanic women because they bring "a whole lot of (expletive) attitude." FULL STORY: https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/investigation-alleged-unacceptable-behavior-atlanta-va-police-brass-ends-not-discipline
New rules mean hassle-free refunds on canceled, significantly delayed flights
If you've experienced a canceled or seriously delayed flight recently, a new rule by the U.S. Department of Transportation means you may be owed a refund.
If you've experienced a canceled or seriously delayed flight recently, a new rule by the U.S. Department of Transportation means you may be owed a refund.
How to get refunds for canceled flights
Between holidays and bad weather, metro Atlanta airline travelers have faced delayed and canceled flights. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle thought it would be the perfect time to refresh you on your passenger rights.
Between holidays and bad weather, metro Atlanta airline travelers have faced delayed and canceled flights. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle thought it would be the perfect time to refresh you on your passenger rights.
Banks ask Trump to roll back junk fee rule
During the Biden Administration's tenure, one of its big goals was to tackle ''junk fees'' added onto the cost of banking, travel, concerts, and more. But the banking industry is now asking the incoming Trump administration to put a pause on some of these actions.
During the Biden Administration's tenure, one of its big goals was to tackle ''junk fees'' added onto the cost of banking, travel, concerts, and more. But the banking industry is now asking the incoming Trump administration to put a pause on some of these actions.
Lawsuit claims Allstate unlawfully collected and used driver data
A new lawsuit claims Allstate insurance and its data-collecting subsidiary Arity collect and sell driver information.
A new lawsuit claims Allstate insurance and its data-collecting subsidiary Arity collect and sell driver information.
Spalding County woman's apartment deemed 'unhospitable'
An apartment in Spalding County had mold spreading throughout. Management has been cited for code violations. Yet, the tenant got evicted. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle has followed the case from complaint to court.
An apartment in Spalding County had mold spreading throughout. Management has been cited for code violations. Yet, the tenant got evicted. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle has followed the case from complaint to court.
New Georgia Project fined $300K by ethics commission
he New Georgia Project, a grassroots organization founded by former gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams, has been hit with a record-breaking $300,000 ethics fine.
he New Georgia Project, a grassroots organization founded by former gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams, has been hit with a record-breaking $300,000 ethics fine.
New Georgia Project fined $300K for alleged illegal campaign activities linked to Stacey Abrams
The New Georgia Project, a grassroots organization founded by former gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams, has been hit with a record-breaking $300,000 ethics fine.
The New Georgia Project, a grassroots organization founded by former gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams, has been hit with a record-breaking $300,000 ethics fine.
Allstate sued over driver data harvesting
A new lawsuit filed by the Texas attorney general against Allstate claims that apps tracking our movements are raising our insurance premiums. The FOX 5 I-Team?s Dana Fowle takes a look at the lawsuit and how your data may be being used.
A new lawsuit filed by the Texas attorney general against Allstate claims that apps tracking our movements are raising our insurance premiums. The FOX 5 I-Team?s Dana Fowle takes a look at the lawsuit and how your data may be being used.
Why judge won't buy convicted murderers story
Convicted killer Richard Merritt, accused of murdering his mother and fleeing the state, asked his trial judge for another chance to argue his innocence. She denied the appeal. FOX 5 I-Team reporter Johnny Edwards has more on the judge's decision.
Convicted killer Richard Merritt, accused of murdering his mother and fleeing the state, asked his trial judge for another chance to argue his innocence. She denied the appeal. FOX 5 I-Team reporter Johnny Edwards has more on the judge's decision.
Former attorney Richard Merritt convicted of killing his mother denied a new trial
The DeKalb County judge who presided over ex-attorney Richard Merritt’s murder trial has ruled, “Richard Merritt is not entitled to a new trial."
The DeKalb County judge who presided over ex-attorney Richard Merritt’s murder trial has ruled, “Richard Merritt is not entitled to a new trial."
Lawyer accused of fraud, murder denied appeal
Richard Merritt, a prominent attorney-turned-convicted killer, has been denied a second chance to argue his innocence. The FOX 5 I-Team has been covering this case for seven years. Reporter Johnny Edwards has the latest update from Judge Courtney Johnson.
Richard Merritt, a prominent attorney-turned-convicted killer, has been denied a second chance to argue his innocence. The FOX 5 I-Team has been covering this case for seven years. Reporter Johnny Edwards has the latest update from Judge Courtney Johnson.
How to prepare a disaster to-go bag
Nobody wants to think about disasters, but they happen. If you can alleviate stress in the middle of the worst day of your life, it?s something to consider. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle breaks down the ''Six Ps'' of preparing a disaster to-go bag.
Nobody wants to think about disasters, but they happen. If you can alleviate stress in the middle of the worst day of your life, it?s something to consider. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle breaks down the ''Six Ps'' of preparing a disaster to-go bag.
Jimmy Carter memories: Son of political opponent caught an early glimpse of Carter’s campaign savvy
Remember former President Jimmy Carter's run for governor in 1966? FOX 5 I-Team reporter Johnny Edwards spoke to the son of his opponent, Garland Byrd. Take a look back at their historic campaigns.
Remember former President Jimmy Carter's run for governor in 1966? FOX 5 I-Team reporter Johnny Edwards spoke to the son of his opponent, Garland Byrd. Take a look back at their historic campaigns.
Feds sue lender over alleged kickback scheme
Just two days before Christmas the feds sued a home mortgage company for taking kickbacks - a scheme it believes cost homebuyers thousands of dollars. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle breaks down what the Consumer Protection Bureau believes was happening.
Just two days before Christmas the feds sued a home mortgage company for taking kickbacks - a scheme it believes cost homebuyers thousands of dollars. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle breaks down what the Consumer Protection Bureau believes was happening.