Attorney accused of killing mom stands trial
The long-awaited trial for a Georgia attorney accused of beating and stabbing his mother to death is set to begin. Richard Merritt was facing prison for defrauding legal clients and was set to turn himself in, when prosecutors say he killed his mother and ran.
The long-awaited trial for a Georgia attorney accused of beating and stabbing his mother to death is set to begin. Richard Merritt was facing prison for defrauding legal clients and was set to turn himself in, when prosecutors say he killed his mother and ran.
31-year-old shares oral cancer diagnosis
After decades of chewing tobacco, 31-year-old Justin Smith said the habit finally caught up with him. The West Georgia man was diagnosed with an oral cancer at 30.
After decades of chewing tobacco, 31-year-old Justin Smith said the habit finally caught up with him. The West Georgia man was diagnosed with an oral cancer at 30.
The 1st FDA approved vaccine for RSV is designed for seniors, not babies
After 60 years of research, the US FDA recently approved the first vaccine for RSV. It's designed for adults 60 and older, who remain at higher risk of severe complications of this highly contagious respiratory virus.
After 60 years of research, the US FDA recently approved the first vaccine for RSV. It's designed for adults 60 and older, who remain at higher risk of severe complications of this highly contagious respiratory virus.
Local pool builder leaves clients with cement ponds
It's swim season in Georgia, but some frustrated homeowners say this is their second summer they can't use their backyard pools.
It's swim season in Georgia, but some frustrated homeowners say this is their second summer they can't use their backyard pools.
Portia: Gun Violence Pt. 1
Gun violence is rising in epic proportions. In part one of this special edition of "Portia," Falinda’s teenage son was fatally shot on Mother’s Day 2021. Her son was on a path to a bright future and looking forward to becoming a father. Tekesia is a mother of four sons and founder of Mothers Against Gang Violence. Her organization provides services and helps educate the community on how to help teens avoid gangs and save the lives of our youth. Law Enforcement expert, K.D. Johnson, shares that parents need to be aware of the signs and offers valuable potentially life-saving advice.
Gun violence is rising in epic proportions. In part one of this special edition of "Portia," Falinda’s teenage son was fatally shot on Mother’s Day 2021. Her son was on a path to a bright future and looking forward to becoming a father. Tekesia is a mother of four sons and founder of Mothers Against Gang Violence. Her organization provides services and helps educate the community on how to help teens avoid gangs and save the lives of our youth. Law Enforcement expert, K.D. Johnson, shares that parents need to be aware of the signs and offers valuable potentially life-saving advice.
Pet of the Day from the Humane Society of Cobb County
Tizzy is a big fan of toys and loves to play. She adores humans and is looking for a home where she will receive lots of love and attention.
Tizzy is a big fan of toys and loves to play. She adores humans and is looking for a home where she will receive lots of love and attention.
Video reportedly shows mother walking child towards pond in Sandy Springs
The mother of a 1-year-old girl who died Thursday night after she was pulled from a pond in Sandy Springs is being charged with her murder, according to Sandy Springs Police Department.
The mother of a 1-year-old girl who died Thursday night after she was pulled from a pond in Sandy Springs is being charged with her murder, according to Sandy Springs Police Department.
Portia: Celebrating Our Mothers
Portia celebrates Mother?s Day with viewers who are honoring their moms!
Portia celebrates Mother?s Day with viewers who are honoring their moms!
Burgers With Buck: Aveline's patio
Patio season is upon us and what better way to enjoy the summer-like weather than with outdoor seating, a drink, and a burger! This week Buck heads to Aveline's in Midtown Atlanta.
Patio season is upon us and what better way to enjoy the summer-like weather than with outdoor seating, a drink, and a burger! This week Buck heads to Aveline's in Midtown Atlanta.
McDonald's found liable for hot chicken nugget that burned child's leg
The jury heard two days of testimony and arguments about the 2019 episode that left the 4-year-old girl with a burned upper thigh.
The jury heard two days of testimony and arguments about the 2019 episode that left the 4-year-old girl with a burned upper thigh.
Angry Aqua Blue Pools customers
It's swim season and a frustrated group of homeowners say - for some of them - this is their second summer they can't use their backyard pools. They sat down with the FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle -- angry that they'd paid for swimming pools they can't seem to get finished.
It's swim season and a frustrated group of homeowners say - for some of them - this is their second summer they can't use their backyard pools. They sat down with the FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle -- angry that they'd paid for swimming pools they can't seem to get finished.
At 72, Georgia man graduates college with 99-year-old mom in attendance
Sam Kaplan, 72, graduated from Georgia Gwinnett College with a degree in cinema and media arts, four years after enrolling in college for the very first time.
Sam Kaplan, 72, graduated from Georgia Gwinnett College with a degree in cinema and media arts, four years after enrolling in college for the very first time.
Falcons release 2023-24 season schedule
The Falcons' 2023-24 season schedule includes a trip across the pond, NFC North and AFC South matchups, a Christmas Eve contest, and games against six of the top 10 draft picks in the NFL Draft.
The Falcons' 2023-24 season schedule includes a trip across the pond, NFC North and AFC South matchups, a Christmas Eve contest, and games against six of the top 10 draft picks in the NFL Draft.
Fighting can be good for a relationship, if you know how to fight fairly
Natolie Gray, a licensed professional counselor, teaches couple how to fight more effectively. Step one, Gray says, is to stop talking and start listening.
Natolie Gray, a licensed professional counselor, teaches couple how to fight more effectively. Step one, Gray says, is to stop talking and start listening.
Portia: Minding My Mental Health
Author, therapist and executive wellness coach, Dr. Shana D. Lewis, discusses the importance of self-care. She emphasizes that self-care is not just getting your hair and nails done. The therapist says women need to figure out what they need and the value of being able to say "no."
Author, therapist and executive wellness coach, Dr. Shana D. Lewis, discusses the importance of self-care. She emphasizes that self-care is not just getting your hair and nails done. The therapist says women need to figure out what they need and the value of being able to say "no."
Mother's Day, Mary J. Blige, markets and mimosas: Things to do this weekend in Metro Atlanta
Looking for a unique way to celebrate mom, or just need a weekend to yourself? We have a full list of fun, relaxing things you can do this weekend around Metro Atlanta.
Looking for a unique way to celebrate mom, or just need a weekend to yourself? We have a full list of fun, relaxing things you can do this weekend around Metro Atlanta.
Mammograms at 40 recommended as more women under 50 diagnosed with breast cancer
Nicole Anderson almost missed the warning signs of breast cancer because she thought she was too young at 31.
Nicole Anderson almost missed the warning signs of breast cancer because she thought she was too young at 31.
Experts now say mammograms should start at 40
An independent panel of experts is now recommending women start getting screened for breast cancer at age 40. Until now, women were told to talk to their doctor about when to start getting screened. FOX 5 Medical Team's Beth Galvin dives into why that advice is changing.
An independent panel of experts is now recommending women start getting screened for breast cancer at age 40. Until now, women were told to talk to their doctor about when to start getting screened. FOX 5 Medical Team's Beth Galvin dives into why that advice is changing.
Dolly Parton announces 1st rock album featuring Lizzo, Miley Cyrus, Elton John and more
Dolly Parton's new album will feature 30 songs and collaborations with legendary artists. The news comes one year after the country icon was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Dolly Parton's new album will feature 30 songs and collaborations with legendary artists. The news comes one year after the country icon was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Portia: Beating the Odds #3: Chef Jernard Wells
Popular TV chef and author, Jernard Wells, shares how he beat the odds. He shares his journey from cooking in his mama?s kitchen in small-town Mississippi to traveling the world to experience other cuisines. His stories of turning a "no" into a successful "yes" are uplifting and inspiring.
Popular TV chef and author, Jernard Wells, shares how he beat the odds. He shares his journey from cooking in his mama?s kitchen in small-town Mississippi to traveling the world to experience other cuisines. His stories of turning a "no" into a successful "yes" are uplifting and inspiring.