Atlanta weather: Early heat wave brings summer temperatures
The FOX 5 Storm Team forecasted record-challenging temperatures across metro Atlanta Friday, marking a summer-like "jump scare" in the middle of April.
The FOX 5 Storm Team forecasted record-challenging temperatures across metro Atlanta Friday, marking a summer-like "jump scare" in the middle of April.
Feds: Suspect paid homeless man to buy gun used in DeKalb shootings
A homeless man is facing federal charges after prosecutors say he was paid to buy the gun used in a random shooting spree that left two women dead in DeKalb County earlier this week.
A homeless man is facing federal charges after prosecutors say he was paid to buy the gun used in a random shooting spree that left two women dead in DeKalb County earlier this week.
Drunk driver hits police car in Midtown, police say
An off-duty Atlanta officer was hospitalized Friday after his patrol car was struck by a driver who was allegedly twice the legal alcohol limit.
An off-duty Atlanta officer was hospitalized Friday after his patrol car was struck by a driver who was allegedly twice the legal alcohol limit.
Firefighters shot at while responding to 911 call
Anthony Bell faces multiple aggravated assault charges after allegedly firing shots at Atlanta firefighters during a domestic dispute call on University Avenue.
Anthony Bell faces multiple aggravated assault charges after allegedly firing shots at Atlanta firefighters during a domestic dispute call on University Avenue.
Pole crashes through bus window at Atlanta airport
A metal height-clearance barrier crashed through the front window of a bus Tuesday morning at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.
A metal height-clearance barrier crashed through the front window of a bus Tuesday morning at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.
MARTA launches NextGen Bus Network in Atlanta Saturday
MARTA is preparing to overhaul its entire transit system Saturday with the launch of the NextGen Bus Network, a massive transformation designed to move people across the region faster and more reliably.
MARTA is preparing to overhaul its entire transit system Saturday with the launch of the NextGen Bus Network, a massive transformation designed to move people across the region faster and more reliably.
Ex-Bama star accused of impersonating NFL players for loans
Former Alabama player Luther Davis and accomplice CJ Evans plan to plead guilty to a multimillion-dollar bank loan fraud scheme.
Former Alabama player Luther Davis and accomplice CJ Evans plan to plead guilty to a multimillion-dollar bank loan fraud scheme.
Erica Schwartz nominated by Trump to lead Atlanta-based CDC
President Donald Trump nominated former Deputy Surgeon General Erica Schwartz on Thursday to lead the Atlanta-based CDC.
President Donald Trump nominated former Deputy Surgeon General Erica Schwartz on Thursday to lead the Atlanta-based CDC.
Jontavious Clark charged in 2025 deadly Oliver Street shooting
Atlanta police arrested 19-year-old Jontavious Clark on Wednesday in connection with a deadly shooting from late 2025.
Atlanta police arrested 19-year-old Jontavious Clark on Wednesday in connection with a deadly shooting from late 2025.
200 people swarm Atlanta intersection for illegal 'donuts'
Atlanta police and state troopers broke up a massive street racing gathering involving over 200 people Sunday morning.
Atlanta police and state troopers broke up a massive street racing gathering involving over 200 people Sunday morning.
Leaders urge Kemp to veto 'discriminatory' metro election bill
Leaders are urging Governor Brian Kemp to veto a bill targeting five metro Atlanta counties.
Leaders are urging Governor Brian Kemp to veto a bill targeting five metro Atlanta counties.
Conyers native Teddy Swims to play State Farm Arena
Conyers native Teddy Swims will perform at Atlanta's State Farm Arena this October as part of his newly announced "The Ugly Tour."
Conyers native Teddy Swims will perform at Atlanta's State Farm Arena this October as part of his newly announced "The Ugly Tour."
Deion Patterson cleared for trial in Midtown mass shooting
A judge has ruled that Deion Patterson is competent to stand trial for the deadly 2023 shooting at a Midtown Atlanta medical facility.
A judge has ruled that Deion Patterson is competent to stand trial for the deadly 2023 shooting at a Midtown Atlanta medical facility.
Celebration of life service to be held for 16-year-old Tianah Robinson
Ebenezer Baptist Church will host a celebration of life for 16-year-old Tianah Robinson this Saturday at 10 a.m.
Ebenezer Baptist Church will host a celebration of life for 16-year-old Tianah Robinson this Saturday at 10 a.m.
Woman arrested in deadly West Ridge Shopping Center shooting
Atlanta police have arrested a woman in connection with a shooting at the West Ridge Shopping Center that left one woman dead and a bystander injured.
Atlanta police have arrested a woman in connection with a shooting at the West Ridge Shopping Center that left one woman dead and a bystander injured.
Former CNN Center to host World Cup cultural hub
City leaders unveiled a first-of-its-kind cultural hub Wednesday designed to put Atlanta’s art, music, and creativity on a global stage during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
City leaders unveiled a first-of-its-kind cultural hub Wednesday designed to put Atlanta’s art, music, and creativity on a global stage during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Video shows arrest of babysitter accused in toddler's death
Atlanta police have released body camera footage showing the arrest of a 71-year-old babysitter accused in the death of 3-year-old Armani Lyons.
Atlanta police have released body camera footage showing the arrest of a 71-year-old babysitter accused in the death of 3-year-old Armani Lyons.
Atlanta man charged in $100M IRS stolen identity fraud
Two men face federal charges for allegedly using stolen identities to try and steal over $100 million in tax refunds from the IRS.
Two men face federal charges for allegedly using stolen identities to try and steal over $100 million in tax refunds from the IRS.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | April 17-19, 2026
Spring is in full swing across metro Atlanta and north Georgia, bringing a packed weekend of festivals, concerts and family-friendly events.
Spring is in full swing across metro Atlanta and north Georgia, bringing a packed weekend of festivals, concerts and family-friendly events.
Person of interest sought in connection to Desoto Avenue shooting
Atlanta police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a person of interest connected to a deadly shooting over the weekend.
Atlanta police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a person of interest connected to a deadly shooting over the weekend.