California man recounts rescue efforts of Georgia family off Hilton Head
Saumen Kundu drowned while trying to escape a rip current off Hilton Head Island; his son Akash was saved by Gavin Stokes, who attempted to rescue Kundu.
Cumming man drowns off Hilton Head: 'He was already gone'
49-year-old Saumen Kundu and his son were swimming in the Atlantic when a rip current dragged them out to sea. The family remembered him as a quiet but helpful person.
GloRilla facing drug charges in metro Atlanta after burglary investigation
Rapper GloRilla is facing multiple charges after police say they were called to investigate reports of a burglary at her metro Atlanta home and found drugs "in plain view."
Forsyth County approves transit fare hikes for 2 special services
Forsyth County has approved fare increases for two transportation services—Common Courtesy and Access Forsyth—following a public comment period.
Man's body found near private dock on Lake Lanier, police investigating
The death is at least the fourth connected to the infamous Georgia lake this year.
Forsyth County Drug Task Force seizes meth, firearms in felony arrest
Martin Ponce was arrested in Forsyth County for possessing large quantities of methamphetamine and firearms following a tip about drug sales.
Veteran Forsyth County firefighter searching for living kidney donor
A veteran Forsyth County firefighter suffering from Stage 4 kidney disease is searching for an organ donor who could save his life.
Early voting underway for Georgia's PSC seat, change in Forsyth County
Early voting is now underway in the Democratic primary runoff for Georgia’s Public Service Commission District 3 seat.
7 Lake Lanier parks reopening just in time for 4th of July weekend
Just in time for the holiday weekend, several parks around Lake Lanier that had been closed due to staffing and funding issues are reopening to the public.
Forsyth County deputies investigate shooting at Deerfield Crossing Apartments
Forsyth County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting at Junction at Deerfield Crossing apartments in Alpharetta.
Missing 27-year-old last seen at Forsyth County park
Authorities say Canyon Roberts was last seen near the Indian Seats at Sawnee Mountain Preserve in Forsyth County.
Missing swimmer's body recovered in Lake Lanier
Ramon Diaz-Soria was found after an extensive day-and-a-half search that began Saturday.
Gathering at South Forsyth: Forsyth County greenlights $3B mixed-use development with NHL-ready arena
Forsyth County Commission approved agreements for The Gathering at South Forsyth, a $3 billion mixed-use project with an NHL-ready arena.
'We have puppies!' Forsyth County pups looking for a furever homes
The Forsyth County Pet Adoption and Resource Center is urgently seeking homes for a large number of animals, especially puppies.
Lake Lanier closures: Number of closures reduced to 11 from 20
Plans to close 20 recreation sites at Lake Lanier have reportedly been scaled back after community backlash and intervention from elected officials.
Life jackets and seatbelts: Georgia officials urging safety ahead of holiday
Georgia Game Wardens and Georgia State Patrol are increasing patrols on lakes and highways this Memorial Day weekend to enforce boating and traffic safety laws.
Staffing shortages force closures at Lake Lanier, other SE recreation areas
Residents near Lake Lanier began reaching out to FOX 5 Atlanta this week when they started noticing workers blocking public access to some areas of the lake.
4-year-old boy killed in Forsyth County ATV crash, teen injured
A 4-year-old boy has died after deputies say he and a 16-year-old were thrown off an ATV in Forsyth County on Sunday night.
Lake Lanier missing kayaker: Body found Friday confirmed as missing kayaker
Authorities have confirmed that the body recovered Friday afternoon from a cove in Lake Lanier is that of missing kayaker Dustin Valencia of Cumming.
Lake Lanier missing kayaker: Body found during search Friday afternoon
Dustin Valencia was reported missing on May 14 after failing to pick up his children; his car and belongings were later found at Little Ridge Park near Lake Lanier.