Gainesville Police go undercover to crack down on distracted driving
Distracted driving is still a big problem in Georgia. Police in Gainesville are working to crack down on the issue and they're getting creative. We went along for their most recent operation.
Distracted driving is still a big problem in Georgia. Police in Gainesville are working to crack down on the issue and they're getting creative. We went along for their most recent operation.
Atlanta prepares to launch more 'Smart Corridors'
Many people thought by 2018, we'd have flying cars like The Jetsons cartoon. We may not be flying to and from work, like George Jetson was in the year 2062, but Atlanta continues to lead the way in efforts to become a "Smart City."
Many people thought by 2018, we'd have flying cars like The Jetsons cartoon. We may not be flying to and from work, like George Jetson was in the year 2062, but Atlanta continues to lead the way in efforts to become a "Smart City."
String of crashes on Iowa freeway leaves 1 dead
Authorities in Iowa say one person has died and several others were hurt after dozens of vehicles collided along a snow-covered stretch of Interstate 35 near Ames.
Authorities in Iowa say one person has died and several others were hurt after dozens of vehicles collided along a snow-covered stretch of Interstate 35 near Ames.
Study ranks Atlanta as eighth worst in world for congestion
The average Atlanta driver lost 70 hours to traffic congestion last year, making it one of the worst cities in the world for traffic. That is according to a new study out this week by data company Inrix.
The average Atlanta driver lost 70 hours to traffic congestion last year, making it one of the worst cities in the world for traffic. That is according to a new study out this week by data company Inrix.
KSU professors use DOT cameras to make intersections safer
In 2017, more than 1,500 people died in wrecks on Georgia roads. The DOT is funding programs and studies, to try and make your roads safer and engineers at Kennesaw State University are using cameras to help save lives.
In 2017, more than 1,500 people died in wrecks on Georgia roads. The DOT is funding programs and studies, to try and make your roads safer and engineers at Kennesaw State University are using cameras to help save lives.
1 person killed, 4 others injured in wrong-way crash on 210 Fwy in Claremont
One person was killed and four others were injured, one of them critically, in a multiple-vehicle crash today on the Foothill (210) Freeway in Claremont involving a wrong-way driver being sought by officers.
One person was killed and four others were injured, one of them critically, in a multiple-vehicle crash today on the Foothill (210) Freeway in Claremont involving a wrong-way driver being sought by officers.
Man holds onto car on 105 Freeway
Vektor Hernandex is a regular commuter from the San Gabriel Valley to El Segundo. When he was almost at work Friday morning, he noticed a man was on the 105 Freeway, apparently trying to carjack someone in traffic.
Vektor Hernandex is a regular commuter from the San Gabriel Valley to El Segundo. When he was almost at work Friday morning, he noticed a man was on the 105 Freeway, apparently trying to carjack someone in traffic.
23-car crash shuts down Highway 169 at Excelsior Blvd
A crash involving 23 vehicles shut down Highway 169 at Excelsior Boulevard near Hopkins, Minnesota early Friday morning, Jan. 12.
A crash involving 23 vehicles shut down Highway 169 at Excelsior Boulevard near Hopkins, Minnesota early Friday morning, Jan. 12.
18-wheeler hauling avocados catches fire on I-35E
Traffic reopened on Interstate 35E in Ellis County hours after a tractor-trailer filled with avocados caught on fire.
Traffic reopened on Interstate 35E in Ellis County hours after a tractor-trailer filled with avocados caught on fire.
Five relatives traveling from Ga. killed in Texas wreck
Authorities say five members of a family have died when their SUV went off a South Texas overpass and plunged to the roadway below.
Authorities say five members of a family have died when their SUV went off a South Texas overpass and plunged to the roadway below.
Gov. Nathan Deal asks Georgians to stay off roads
Gov. Nathan Deal has asked Georgians to stay off the roads today and tonight to allow the Georgia Department of Transportation continue to work on keeping drivers safe.
Gov. Nathan Deal has asked Georgians to stay off the roads today and tonight to allow the Georgia Department of Transportation continue to work on keeping drivers safe.
Woman killed while trying to help suspected drunken driver
A woman who stopped to help a man involved in a car accident was killed overnight in Dallas.
A woman who stopped to help a man involved in a car accident was killed overnight in Dallas.
Thousands of American Airlines holiday flights reportedly up in the air after scheduling glitch
Thousands of American Airlines flights around the holidays are reportedly in jeopardy after a scheduling glitch.
Thousands of American Airlines flights around the holidays are reportedly in jeopardy after a scheduling glitch.
Thanksgiving travel: Thousands expected to pass through LAX Wednesday
If you're planning to hit the road Wednesday for a Thanksgiving break, bring a big dose of patience.
If you're planning to hit the road Wednesday for a Thanksgiving break, bring a big dose of patience.
Alpharetta adding more bike, walking trails for Alpha Loop
We all know exercise is important and one metro Atlanta city is hoping they can get more people out walking and biking.
We all know exercise is important and one metro Atlanta city is hoping they can get more people out walking and biking.
State officials share tips to avoid deer collisions
It's deer mating season, which means the animals are on the move and causing more wrecks. In Georgia, we average about 50,000 wrecks involving deer each year.
It's deer mating season, which means the animals are on the move and causing more wrecks. In Georgia, we average about 50,000 wrecks involving deer each year.
Fees & penalties from late vehicle registrations top $60M in GA
If you're new to Georgia, welcome! As you're unpacking boxes though, you may find yourself surprised by all the steps it takes to get your vehicle settled here. It can be overwhelming and the fees and penalties can add up if you're not on time.
If you're new to Georgia, welcome! As you're unpacking boxes though, you may find yourself surprised by all the steps it takes to get your vehicle settled here. It can be overwhelming and the fees and penalties can add up if you're not on time.
New teen driving program saving lives, offering deals
It's National Teen Driver Safety week, and sadly wrecks are still the number one cause of death for teenagers. Atlanta Motorsports Park in Dawsonville has launched a new teen driving program called the "Drive to Thrive."
It's National Teen Driver Safety week, and sadly wrecks are still the number one cause of death for teenagers. Atlanta Motorsports Park in Dawsonville has launched a new teen driving program called the "Drive to Thrive."
Buford Highway closed for emergency repairs after water main break
Buford Highway was shut down Tuesday afternoon in both directions inside the city of Chamblee to accommodate emergency utility work.
Buford Highway was shut down Tuesday afternoon in both directions inside the city of Chamblee to accommodate emergency utility work.
Public transit expo brings thousands to Atlanta
Atlanta, Ga.---It's a big week for public transit. 12,000 people from all over the world have been in Atlanta for the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) EXPO. MARTA has been center stage for the big event and FOX5 got a first look at some of the new technology they're showing off.
Atlanta, Ga.---It's a big week for public transit. 12,000 people from all over the world have been in Atlanta for the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) EXPO. MARTA has been center stage for the big event and FOX5 got a first look at some of the new technology they're showing off.