Portia: Beating the Odds #5: Bryant 'Chef Baul' & Daniella Williams
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Success doesn't come without some failure. Private chef to the stars, Chef Baul, tells how he moved up to become a chef and eventually opening his own restaurant. His accomplishment came with hard times, including depression and homelessness. The chef and his wife, Daniella, own two successful restaurants and share their secrets to success. They beat the odds and came out on top!

Pet of the Day from the Atlanta Humane Society
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Penelope is a bit shy at first, but she warms up quickly. She loves tennis balls and being outside.

Burgers with Buck visits The Deer and The Dove
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The Deer and the Dove is celebrating four years in downtown Decatur and they may having something else to celebrate at the James Beard Awards next week. Burgers with Buck decided to take a trip over to the local eatery to celebrate the best way we could - by having a burger.

Fertility specialist says getting to a healthier weight may boost pregnancy chances

About 40% of young and middle age women in the US are overweight. Fertility specialist Dr. Desiree' McCarthy-Keith says losing 5% to 10% of your body weight, if you are overweight, may boost a woman's chances of success with fertility treatments.

Portia: Living with HIV/AIDS
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The human immunodeficiency virus continues to plague every community. Those who live with HIV say the stigma they face still hurts. Portia?s guests share their stories of living with HIV and AIDS. It?s a courageous conversation you don?t want to miss.

Pet of the Day from PAWS Atlanta
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If you need a little more 'Love' in your life, Paws Atlanta has a golden-doodle mix that would be perfect for you. Love is filled with puppy energy and would love a family who is always up for an adventure.

'We did not know it was going to be that hard': Couple shares struggle to find a Black sperm donor

When Jamelia and Kewanda Walker got married and decided to start a family, the Sugar Hill, Georgia, couple went in search of a sperm donor who looked like them. That is when they discovered there were frustratingly few Black donors to be found.

Portia: A Conversation with Desreta Jackson
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As a young 12-year-old actress, Desreta Jackson played an iconic role in the "Color Purple." She shares her incredible story of taking on acting to stay out of trouble in South Central Los Angeles. She had no idea the impact it would have on her life! Now as a grown up, the author and entrepreneur is doing amazing things. Her story is inspirational!

New report says child labor laws are under attack

A recent economics report is setting off an alarm about children in America in the workforce. It says that across the country, states are trying to weaken child labor laws. 

Child labor law controversy
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An recent U.S. economics report is setting off alarms about children in the workforce. According to the report, various states are attempting to weaken child labor laws. FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle has the story.

Mental health courts: How much can they help jail crisis?

Her baby appeared to be only a few months old. But for at least one day, his mother was going back to jail.

I-Team: Mental Health court rehabilitates inmates
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By Randy Travis Published May 30, 2023 LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. - Her baby appeared to be only a few months old. But for at least one day, his mother was going back to jail. "This is all about tough love and this is a difficult piece of what I do," Gwinnett County Superior Court Judge Karen Beyers told the rest of audience sitting quietly waiting their turn. Welcome to reality. Welcome to Mental Health Court. FULL STORY: https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/mental-health-courts-how-much-can-they-help-jail-crisis

What is human metapneumovirus? Doctors explain HMPV symptoms

Human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, spiked this spring, sending young children and seniors to the hospital. Here's what health experts say about what you need to know and should keep an eye out for.

Study stress importance of seniors' weight
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Studying data from nearly 20,000 older adults weighed yearly, researchers found an unintentional weight loss of 10% was associated a higher risk of dying from cancer, cardiovascular disease and other illnesses, in both men and women.

Driver survives jaw-dropping car accident in Georgia

The video appears to be something more out of the video game "Grand Theft Auto" or one of the "Final Destination" movies.

Social media causing 'profound risk of harm'
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If you've ever fallen down the social media rabbit-hole, watching video after video before you realize you're scrolling mindlessly, the U.S. Surgeon General says you're not alone. He warns social media may also be harming children and teenagers when it comes to their mental health.