FBI probes surge in racist, offensive texts aimed at minorities nationwide

The FBI is investigating a wave of offensive and racist text messages sent to African American and Black communities across the United States.

Meet 'Sparky,' Old Fourth Ward's newest security robot

Artificial intelligence is taking another step forward in crime prevention with the deployment of “Sparky."

Idaho hacker sentenced for breaching Georgia medical clinic, police department computers

An Idaho man, Robert Purbeck, 45, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for hacking computer servers across the U.S., including a Georgia medical clinic and police department.

Former halfway house employee arrested for sexual assault of federal inmate

Tristan Cox, 33, a former employee at a residential halfway house in Atlanta, appeared in federal court on Nov. 13, facing charges of non-consensual sexual contact with a federal inmate under his custody.

1 shot, 1 stabbed in Atlanta fight along Cleveland Avenue

A fight between two men on Cleveland Avenue in Atlanta on Thursday afternoon left one with a gunshot wound and the other with a stab wound.

New Atlanta program tackles hunger with unsold produce

A new partnership between Second Helpings Atlanta and Retaaza hopes to change that and reduce food waste at farms too.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | Nov. 15-17, 2024

Whether you’re in the mood to taste, laugh, or explore, check out these exciting events happening across the city.

Dedicated Children's Healthcare nurse surprised with UGA tickets

One dedicated fan and hardworking nurse is getting a special treat, thanks to a partnership between Dunkin' and UGA Athletics.

MARTA to move forward with Five Points project after reaching agreement with city

The Five Points MARTA Station renovation project is moving forward once again after an agreement was reached between the city and MARTA, according to the City of Atlanta.

Masked men wanted after robbing Atlanta Dollar General, shooting security guard, police say

Can you help Atlanta police solve this crime? Officials say these two masked men waited in line before robbing a southwest Atlanta Dollar General and shooting a security guard who tried to stop them.

Grant Park residents frustrated over city's response to water leak

Residents in the Grant Park area say they spotted the stream of water pouring out onto the street early Tuesday morning, but getting a crew to fix the problem wasn't easy and took a call to FOX 5.