Hand, foot and mouth disease cases spike across Georgia

Georgia reports over twice as many hand, foot, and mouth disease cases this year compared to last year.

New Fayetteville police K-9 named for fallen deputy

The Fayetteville Police Department has welcomed a new four-legged member to its team, and his name carries a special tribute.

Blackface at Whitewater High volleyball game sparks outrage, superintendent responds

What was supposed to be a “blackout" volleyball game at a Fayette County high school was taken too far, with local leaders calling for accountability. 

Police arrest woman in Fayetteville cellphone theft case after viewer tip

A Fayetteville woman has been arrested in a cellphone theft case after police say a viewer recognized her from surveillance video aired on FOX 5.

Heroin-influenced driver stopped at 100 mph before school zone

Deputies used a PIT maneuver to stop Reese Neelly, who was driving over 100 mph toward a school zone while high on heroin.

Peachtree City woman arrested for DUI at 8 a.m.

The Fayette County sheriff says they believe a Peachtree City woman was driving drunk at 8 a.m. when her car struck a pedestrian walking down State Road 92 last week.

Fayetteville police searching for women accused of stealing lost phone

Fayetteville Police are looking for three women who allegedly stole a delivery driver’s phone by claiming it belonged to them after he left it behind.

Senoia or Peachtree City? Walmart pulls mural after mix-up

Walmart has removed a mural in their store welcoming people to Peachtree City, after someone pointed out the sign featured a picture of a downtown area belonging to a neighboring community.

Massive fire at Fayetteville home under investigation

Crews are investigating what caused a fire that left an abandoned home in Fayetteville seriously damaged.

Pilots fly dozens of pets from overcrowded Georgia animal shelters

Pilots to the Rescue, an NYC-based nonprofit organization, flew more than two dozen dogs and cats from crowded North Georgia animal shelters.

New Fayette County golf cart tunnel offers safe path to school

A new, $4 million, golf cart tunnel opened in Fayette County so students can get to school without fighting traffic on a busy street.

Rabid fox attacks child in Peachtree City neighborhood

The rabid fox crawled out from under the Peachtree City mom's car and bit one of her children while they tried to run inside, health officials say.

Piedmont Fayette Hospital announces $275M expansion to enhance patient care

Piedmont Fayette Hospital plans a $275 million expansion, including a new patient tower and upgrades to critical areas like surgical services and pharmacy.

New clear bag policy at Fayette County schools' athletic events

Fayette County Public Schools has enacted a clear bag policy for all athletic events to improve safety and speed up entry times.