President Biden calls omicron variant a 'cause for concern, not a cause for panic'

President Joe Biden is urging Americans to get vaccinated or get a booster shot, as researchers around the world are racing to learn more about a highly mutated new variant of the coronavirus the WHO has named omicron.

Braves outfielder Marcell Ozuna retroactively suspended 20 games, free to return in 2022

Major League Baseball announced Atlanta Braves outfielder Marcell Ozuna retroactively served a 20-game suspension for violating the league's domestic violence policy, freeing him to play during the 2022 season.

Pet of the Day from the Humane Society of Cobb County
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Nobel is a 7-year-old shorthair with classic black and white tuxedo fur. If you scratch his ears or stroke his back, he will cuddle for hours.

Pet of the Day from PAWS Atlanta
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Dee would love to find a home where he can get daily walks and lots of play time. He's is friendly and curious about other dogs, so if you're looking for a joyful and adventurous companion, he would be a great choice.

Burgers with Buck visits Buckhead's Mission and Market
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You may feel stuffed after a heavy Thanksgiving, but you better save a little stomach space for Buckhead's Mission and Market. The West Coast-styled restaurant offers everything from fine dining to a delicious and comforting burger.

Pet of the Day from Angels Among Us Pet Rescue
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Shoco is 2 and a half years old and weighs 40 pounds. She can be a little shy and would prefer a home with older children, but once she's comfortable she is as cuddly as can be.

Pet of the Day from the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia
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Don't let Rambo's name fool you, he's a sweet independent boy who loves some 'me time.' To learn more about Rambo, contact the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia.

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. 

Rapid COVID-19 tests, asking questions could help families navigate safer Thanksgiving

Microbiologist Amber Schmidtke's youngest son is one of 2 million kids who recently received their first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. She shares some Thanksgiving advice for parents of kids who are partially vaccinate. Schmidtke's advice: ask questions and be smart.

Pets of the Day from FurKids
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Wylie is a hound mix who loves long walks and quality time. Lily is a domestic shorthair who likes being around people and would do great in any home.

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.

FOX 5 Atlanta's Aungelique Proctor discusses stomach cancer diagnosis

FOX 5 report Aungelique Proctor took some time off this past fall to try to figure out why she was feeling so fatigued and why her stomach hurt. The answer was not what anyone expected.

Warming centers opening as overnight lows approach freezing

Governments in metro Atlanta are opening warming stations as overnight temperatures dip to frigid levels. 

FOX 5 Atlanta's Aungelique Proctor discusses stomach cancer diagnosis
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The FOX Medical Team talked to FOX 5 Atlanta's own Aungelique Proctor about how she's processing her medical diagnosis. She said she couldn't believe the news from doctors because of her healthy lifestyle. For now, doctors say there is no evidence of spread outside of the stomach.

Pet of the Day from the Humane Society of Cobb County
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Stella is a 5-year-old female with a beautiful mix of white and brown tabby fur. She loves people and attention and will run up to you for affection, but she doesn't feel comfortable around other pets.

Roswell vs. North Cobb - Game of the Week
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It might be one of the biggest matchups of the postseason. Roswell takes on North Cobb in this week's Game of the Week.

Harris County vs. Villa Rica - Call of the Week
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The Villa Rica Wildcats got their first playoff win since 1999 and they tried to keep that train rolling this week's Call of the Week game.