FOX 5 Atlanta and University of Georgia Athletics announce partnership

FOX 5 Atlanta and The University of Georgia Athletic Association have announced a new exclusive media partnership, making FOX 5 Atlanta the official "Home of the Bulldogs."

Portia: Juneteenth Celebration
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Some don't understand the history of Juneteenth and many others don't recognize why it's celebrated. The holiday is celebrated on June 19th to mark the emancipation of slaves in the United States. Dr. Maurice Hobson, a professor at Georgia State University, says it gives us a full circle of understanding history to celebrate Juneteenth. Tashiya Umoja M’kanga, founder of the Kilombo Academic & Cultural Institute, is clear that all children can learn if given what they need in a holistic way. Portia viewers will enjoy a West African performance!

Portia: Juneteenth Celebration
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Some don't understand the history of Juneteenth and many others don't recognize why it's celebrated. The holiday is celebrated on June 19th to mark the emancipation of slaves in the United States. Dr. Maurice Hobson, Georgia State University professor, says it gives us a full circle of understanding history to celebrate Juneteenth. Tashiya Umoja M?kanga, founder of the Kilombo Academic & Cultural Institute, is clear that all children can learn if given what they need in a holistic way. Portia viewers will enjoy a West African performance!

Pet of the Day from the Humane Society of Cobb County
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Things started off a bit rough for Mari when she was first rescued, but now she and her kittens are thriving. She is a loving cat with plenty of charm and can be a bit talkative.

Houston legend Big Pokey passes away after fainting on stage

Fellow legendary Houston rapper, Bun B first made the announcement on his Instagram with a somber caption to Big Pokey, known for hits like "Sittin' Sideways," describing him as a "Low key, humble mountain of a man who moved with honor and respect."

Portia: Celebrate Our Fathers
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There are negative stereotypes and misnomers behind black fathers being in the lives of their children. Special contributor, Dr. Natosha Reid Rice, was raised by her father. At age of 7, her mother no longer wanted to be a mother. Her father was intentional while raising her, being all-in as her dad. Her dad surrounded her with women who could mother her and help fill in the gaps. She says the village is needed. Dr. Gerry White, therapist, social worker and Clark-Atlanta University professor, says most fathers want to be better than their father. Dr. White says be wise as to who you expose your children to. Two of Dr. White's daughters talk about the role he plays in their lives. The surprises will warm your heart!

Food Truck Friday with Noveau Bar and Grill
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Metro Atlanta restaurant Noveau Bar and Grill has gained national attention with its delicious dishes and mimosa jam brunch.

FOX 5 viewer finds hiccup in Netflix password-sharing crackdown

Netflix announced that account sharing is a no-go now. A single account with a password applies to one household and one only. But a Fox 5 viewer pointed out a problem with the roll-out. 

Burgers with Buck visits Buford's Bubba's 33
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Bubba's 33 has a special deal where you can enjoy a delicious burger while also helping out injured veterans at the same time, but you only have until the Fourth of July to take advantage.

State senator given $10K for beams he got from state contractor for free

Georgia state senator Frank Ginn said a metal recycling center recently paid him $10,000 for a collection of used steel beams that he earlier asked a state contractor to let him take from a construction site.

Nerve freezing procedures helps relieve post-surgery pain and the need for opioids

Doctors are using a nerve-freezing procedure to relieve post-surgery incision pain in people undergoing knee replacements. Curt Bazemore of Forsyth County, Georgia, says the procedure numbed his knee pain for months.

How to freeze the pain away
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If you've ever had to have surgery, you've probably worried about the pain afterwards. That fear of pain can be powerful, but there may be a way around it, for people facing knee replacements. There is a procedure to freeze the nerves and stop the pain before it starts.

Portia: And Plus I?m Sexy
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It's going to be hot and balmy, and finding the right styles for summer and staying sexy can be challenging for the curvy girl. But stylist and fashion influencer Nikki ''Nikki Free'' Frenney says stop being married to the size and find clothing that fits the body! Nikki shows us different styles for plus-sized women that brings the sexy and cool to their wardrobe, along with summer trends for 2023. Confidence and feeling comfortable in your clothing is key!

Bavarian castle open for exploration in Helen, Georgia

Helen, a Bavarian village less than 2 hours from Atlanta, now boasts a Renaissance-style castle that allows visitors to fulfill their castle exploration dreams without having to travel to Europe.

Pet of the Day from Paws Atlanta
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Tootie is polite, great in public, comfortable with kids of all ages, and a friend to other dogs.

Family asks for prayers as 6-year-old Georgia boy recovers from brutal beating

Six-year-old Ashton remains fighting for his life after police say his mother's boyfriend beat him for days, leaving him with broken bones and blood clots in his lungs.

Father's Day, CoComelon, hot air balloons and unicorns: Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta

Hot air balloons, unicorns, parades and CoComelon – Let's kick off Father's Day and Juneteenth weekend with a bang. There's never a dull moment when your weekend is planned by FOX 5 Atlanta.

Billing code change could make popular breast reconstruction surgery harder for cancer survivors to find

Jamie Cooper of Scottdale, Georgia, has to get through breast cancer treatment before she can undergo breast reconstruction surgery. The 40-year-old mother of two has been researching her options for months. Now, because of a relatively little-known medical billing code change, Cooper worries her insurance provider may not cover the cost of the surgery once she is ready for it next year.