Multiple new sex crime charges filed against Douglasville teacher
Former Alexander High School teacher Maris Nichols is now accused of crimes involving six teens, according to newly released warrants.
Former Alexander High School teacher Maris Nichols is now accused of crimes involving six teens, according to newly released warrants.
Pepper spray used during fight at Carver STEAM Academy
A school resource officer used pepper spray during a student altercation at Carver STEAM Academy in Atlanta.
A school resource officer used pepper spray during a student altercation at Carver STEAM Academy in Atlanta.
Things to do Memorial Day Weekend in metro Atlanta | May 22-24, 2026
List of things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta and North Georgia over Memorial Day Weekend.
List of things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta and North Georgia over Memorial Day Weekend.
Woman stabbed in back while eating at DeKalb County restaurant
Lunchtime dining turned into mayhem when a man stabbed a woman in the back while eating at a Decatur restaurant on Tuesday afternoon.
Lunchtime dining turned into mayhem when a man stabbed a woman in the back while eating at a Decatur restaurant on Tuesday afternoon.
Wife’s video shows dramatic Atlanta flood rescue by her veteran husband
New video from Mary (Chyna) Brathwaite’s perspective captures the moments before her husband rescued a stranded driver in Atlanta floodwaters.
New video from Mary (Chyna) Brathwaite’s perspective captures the moments before her husband rescued a stranded driver in Atlanta floodwaters.
The CTR in downtown Atlanta opens ahead of World Cup festivities
With less than 30 days until the FIFA World Cup arrives in Atlanta, city leaders say preparations are ramping up to make sure Atlanta is ready to welcome visitors from around the globe.
With less than 30 days until the FIFA World Cup arrives in Atlanta, city leaders say preparations are ramping up to make sure Atlanta is ready to welcome visitors from around the globe.
Former Warm Springs police chief arrested for misconduct
The GBI arrested former Warm Springs Police Chief Aisha Al-Khalifa on charges of false statements and violation of oath of office.
The GBI arrested former Warm Springs Police Chief Aisha Al-Khalifa on charges of false statements and violation of oath of office.
More flooding possible after Atlanta’s rain-soaked commute on Wednesday
Conditions improved Thursday morning, but standing water and clogged storm drains were still causing some problems in Midtown.
Conditions improved Thursday morning, but standing water and clogged storm drains were still causing some problems in Midtown.
2 injured in shooting at Abner Terrace apartment complex
Atlanta police are investigating a shooting at an apartment complex on Abner Terrace in northwest Atlanta.
Atlanta police are investigating a shooting at an apartment complex on Abner Terrace in northwest Atlanta.
Serious crash closes GA-400SB in Sandy Springs area, traffic diverted
All southbound lanes of GA-400 were shut down near Abernathy Road in Sandy Springs following a crash investigation.
All southbound lanes of GA-400 were shut down near Abernathy Road in Sandy Springs following a crash investigation.
Metro Atlanta holiday weekend weather to bring daily storm rounds
A stalled cold front will keep active weather parked over north Georgia for the next six days.
A stalled cold front will keep active weather parked over north Georgia for the next six days.
Georgia bus driver: 82-year-old retires after 50 years on the road
A Fayette County school bus driver is retiring this week after 50 years of safely transporting students.
A Fayette County school bus driver is retiring this week after 50 years of safely transporting students.
Inside the FBI Atlanta Citizens Academy setup that mimics real-life threats
Local civic, business, and religious leaders are experiencing special agent tactical training through the FBI Atlanta Citizens Academy.
Local civic, business, and religious leaders are experiencing special agent tactical training through the FBI Atlanta Citizens Academy.
Atlanta police officers detail arrest of Beltline stabbing suspect
Two Atlanta police officers credit their tactical training for the swift five-minute takedown of a man accused of a fatal afternoon stabbing on the Atlanta Beltline. The arrest occurred right outside a church after the suspect was spotted fleeing the area on a bicycle.
Two Atlanta police officers credit their tactical training for the swift five-minute takedown of a man accused of a fatal afternoon stabbing on the Atlanta Beltline. The arrest occurred right outside a church after the suspect was spotted fleeing the area on a bicycle.
This is why the Downtown Connector flooded during rush hour
Flash flooding stranded multiple motorists on the Downtown Connector on Wednesday afternoon during the peak rush hour commute.
Flash flooding stranded multiple motorists on the Downtown Connector on Wednesday afternoon during the peak rush hour commute.
Clayton traffic stop leads to conviction of international fugitive
A Jamaican national wanted for murder in Saint Lucia was sentenced to federal prison Tuesday for possessing firearms while unlawfully present in the United States. Authorities tracked the international fugitive through Georgia after he used a fake name to slip past border officials.
A Jamaican national wanted for murder in Saint Lucia was sentenced to federal prison Tuesday for possessing firearms while unlawfully present in the United States. Authorities tracked the international fugitive through Georgia after he used a fake name to slip past border officials.
Barrow County agreement doubles school SRO presence
Barrow County schools will more than double the number of school resource officers patrolling local campuses under a newly signed tri-party agreement. The security expansion comes less than two years after a tragic mass shooting at Apalachee High School.
Barrow County schools will more than double the number of school resource officers patrolling local campuses under a newly signed tri-party agreement. The security expansion comes less than two years after a tragic mass shooting at Apalachee High School.
Atlanta airport security safety: New barriers installed for holiday travel
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport officials expect about 2.7 million passengers over the Memorial Day travel period.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport officials expect about 2.7 million passengers over the Memorial Day travel period.
How Keisha Lance Bottoms plans to win Georgia governor race as underdog
Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms secured an outright victory in the Democratic primary for the Georgia governor race.
Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms secured an outright victory in the Democratic primary for the Georgia governor race.
Businessman Rick Jackson says his business solutions can fix Georgia
Republican Rick Jackson stopped by FOX 5 to discuss his campaign ahead of a runoff election against Lt. Gov. Burt Jones for the governor's seat.
Republican Rick Jackson stopped by FOX 5 to discuss his campaign ahead of a runoff election against Lt. Gov. Burt Jones for the governor's seat.