Justice Department to scrutinize elections in multiple Georgia counties

The U.S. Department of Justice announced on Friday it will monitor voting procedures in several Georgia counties during the upcoming general election on Nov. 5.

Police investigating incident at DeKalb County Waffle House

FOX 5 cameras spotted multiple police officers and an ambulance in the parking lot of the DeKalb County Waffle House on Columbia Drive.

Reward offered for suspect accused of dragging dogs behind car in DeKalb County

The Henry County Humane Society is hoping a reward will help find a man who investigators say was caught on camera tying two dogs to the back of his car and dragging them down a road.

Avondale Estates sidewalk project sparks property dispute

A woman in Avondale Estates says she is in a fight to save her business as the city works to install sidewalks.

Thieves steal all the vapes from DeKalb County smoke shop

A DeKalb County business owner is heartbroken after thieves broke into the smoke shop she opened just three months ago and stole all the store's vapes.

Police investigating death outside DeKalb County condominiums

DeKalb County police are investigating a body found near the entrance of a Lithonia-area condominium complex early Thursday morning.

Woman who accused VA police’s second-in-command of sexual assault asks feds for closure

The victim of an alleged sexual assault at the Atlanta VA Medical Center says her EEOC appeals process is taking so long, the man she accused has already retired, while she still grapples with the federal bureaucracy. Shaneka Jackson, a former dispatcher for the Atlanta VA's police department, accused former Deputy Chief of Police Johnnie McCullor of harassing and groping her, which he denied.

Students return to Dunwoody High School after water main break

All students and staff are back at Dunwoody High School after crews dealt with a major water main break nearby.

DeKalb investigators searching for man caught on camera dragging dogs behind car

Investigators in DeKalb County want to find a man they say was caught on camera tying two dogs to the back of his car, dragging them down a road, and then leaving them for dead.

Animal cruelty case causes overcrowding crisis at DeKalb County shelter

The DeKalb County Animal Shelter is desperate for adoptions and foster parents after rescuing dozens of dogs during an animal cruelty investigation.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | Nov. 1-3, 2024

From Dia de los Muertos celebrations and the Native American Festival to live music, art exhibits, and family-friendly festivals, there’s something for everyone.

North Druid Hills intersection's extended construction frustrates drivers

For at least two years now, Briarcliff Road at LaVista Road has been anything but smooth sailing with construction underway on an overhaul of the intersection.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | Oct. 25-27, 2024

Looking for things to do around metro Atlanta? Whether you’re in the mood for fall festivals, live music, Halloween fun, or foodie events, we’ve got you covered.

Harris in Atlanta: Trump should 'never again' stand behind 'seal of president'

Vice President Kamala Harris made her most impassioned argument to date for the nation's highest office during a rally in metro Atlanta on Thursday evening.

Man shot to death by officer serving warrant at Chamblee motel

A man wanted for multiple felonies is dead after he was shot by officers trying to arrest him at a Chamblee motel, the GBI reports.