New Troup County search and rescue team deals with multiple tragedies
The Troup County Fire Department just took over dive team duties at West Point Lake this year and has had a tragic inaugural summer with the recovery of three drowning victims in two weeks.
The Troup County Fire Department just took over dive team duties at West Point Lake this year and has had a tragic inaugural summer with the recovery of three drowning victims in two weeks.
Federal funding pause could impact Coweta County after school program
The funding is held up as part of President Donald Trump's administration's withholding of $7 billion in education funds.
The funding is held up as part of President Donald Trump's administration's withholding of $7 billion in education funds.
Woman stabbed to death at northwest Atlanta package store
A deadly stabbing near a popular northwest Atlanta intersection is under investigation.
A deadly stabbing near a popular northwest Atlanta intersection is under investigation.
Atlanta cyclist hit near Piedmont Park calls for safer streets
David Limon, an Atlanta cyclist, was hit by a car near Piedmont Park and is advocating for improved cycling infrastructure and driver awareness.
David Limon, an Atlanta cyclist, was hit by a car near Piedmont Park and is advocating for improved cycling infrastructure and driver awareness.
Left in the heat for days: Georgia retiree gets help after tree knocks out power
An 83-year-old woman in Forest Park was without power for two days after a tree branch knocked out her electricity.
An 83-year-old woman in Forest Park was without power for two days after a tree branch knocked out her electricity.
Texas Flooding: Georgia leaders hold prayer service at State Capitol
Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns led state lawmakers and Georgia clergy in a prayer service at the State Capitol. More than 100 hundred people are still missing after deadly flooding hit parts of Texas around the Guadalupe River on July 4th.
Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns led state lawmakers and Georgia clergy in a prayer service at the State Capitol. More than 100 hundred people are still missing after deadly flooding hit parts of Texas around the Guadalupe River on July 4th.
First Liberty Building & Loan Ponzi scheme: Records in 'shambles'
First Liberty Building & Loan is accused of running a $140 million Ponzi scheme, defrauding around 300 investors with false promises.
First Liberty Building & Loan is accused of running a $140 million Ponzi scheme, defrauding around 300 investors with false promises.
Family involved in Gwinnett County domestic shooting seeks help
Pilar Rosas, 43, and Maria Garza, 40, died in a home in the 300 block of Stone Hill Drive on Sunday. GoFundMe reached out to FOX 5 on behalf of Yesenia Rosas and said her parents died in a murder-suicide.
Pilar Rosas, 43, and Maria Garza, 40, died in a home in the 300 block of Stone Hill Drive on Sunday. GoFundMe reached out to FOX 5 on behalf of Yesenia Rosas and said her parents died in a murder-suicide.
Macon river drownings: 2 girls, 1 man who died in river identified
All three bodies were found by late Wednesday afternoon. Deputies say the drowning happened Tuesday night at Amerson River Park in Macon.
All three bodies were found by late Wednesday afternoon. Deputies say the drowning happened Tuesday night at Amerson River Park in Macon.
Police searching for accused DeKalb County murderer
Officers said they're searching for Jordan Finnissee in connection with the 2024 murder and robbery of Kendarius Spear. Spear was found dead from multiple gunshot wounds in the 5900 block of Sutcliff Drive on June 25, 2024.
Officers said they're searching for Jordan Finnissee in connection with the 2024 murder and robbery of Kendarius Spear. Spear was found dead from multiple gunshot wounds in the 5900 block of Sutcliff Drive on June 25, 2024.
Unreleased Beyoncé music stolen from car in Atlanta; 911 call released
An Atlanta Police Department report said the music, as well as set lists and footage plans for Beyoncé's show were stolen from her choreographer's rental car while parked in a popular neighborhood for shopping and dining.
An Atlanta Police Department report said the music, as well as set lists and footage plans for Beyoncé's show were stolen from her choreographer's rental car while parked in a popular neighborhood for shopping and dining.
Georgia homeowners falling behind on mortgage payments
A new study shows rising taxes and insurance costs are driving up mortgage delinquencies. Here’s where.
A new study shows rising taxes and insurance costs are driving up mortgage delinquencies. Here’s where.
"Good Trouble Lives On" protests honor legacy of John Lewis
The legacy of civil rights icon John Lewis will live on across America Thursday, with more than 1,600 events scheduled on the fifth anniversary of his death.
The legacy of civil rights icon John Lewis will live on across America Thursday, with more than 1,600 events scheduled on the fifth anniversary of his death.
Georgia teen charged in parents' deaths sought help from TikTok influencers
Sarah Grace Patrick, 17, is accused of killing her parents, months after allegedly urging TikTok creators to raise awareness about the case.
Sarah Grace Patrick, 17, is accused of killing her parents, months after allegedly urging TikTok creators to raise awareness about the case.
Austell City Council votes to raise property tax by more than 150%
The hike is expected to cost the average homeowner nearly $600 more per year, as the city grapples with a $1.6 million budget shortfall due to lower-than-expected gas utility revenue.
The hike is expected to cost the average homeowner nearly $600 more per year, as the city grapples with a $1.6 million budget shortfall due to lower-than-expected gas utility revenue.
Georgia jury convicts ex-London cop who tried to fake wife's suicide
Prosecutors say the former London police officer and Georgia resident killed his wife and tried to stage her death as a suicide to stop her from revealing their marriage had been for a Green Card.
Prosecutors say the former London police officer and Georgia resident killed his wife and tried to stage her death as a suicide to stop her from revealing their marriage had been for a Green Card.
Civilian oversight of Atlanta police strengthened by new agreement
Atlanta signs new agreement to boost police oversight and data sharing.
Atlanta signs new agreement to boost police oversight and data sharing.
Georgia teens killed by lightning strike while on fishing trip, GBI says
Family members reportedly found the bodies of the two teens near their vehicle after they never returned home from a fishing trip.
Family members reportedly found the bodies of the two teens near their vehicle after they never returned home from a fishing trip.
Dozens of cats, kittens found in filth; Catoosa County couple arrested
Valerie Jo Lindon and Brent Clifford Petty were arrested in Catoosa County and charged with multiple counts of aggravated animal cruelty after dozens of cats and kittens were found in filthy and unsafe conditions.
Valerie Jo Lindon and Brent Clifford Petty were arrested in Catoosa County and charged with multiple counts of aggravated animal cruelty after dozens of cats and kittens were found in filthy and unsafe conditions.
Cats rescued from condemned College Park apartments up for adoption
FOX 5 first brought you the story of a group of volunteers rescuing cats left behind at a condemned College Park apartment complex. Since then the group says it has seen a surge of support from the community.
FOX 5 first brought you the story of a group of volunteers rescuing cats left behind at a condemned College Park apartment complex. Since then the group says it has seen a surge of support from the community.