MARTA adds new fare evasion reporting button to buses
MARTA is hoping a new reporting system will allow its drivers to be informers, not enforcers, when it comes to bus fares.
MARTA is hoping a new reporting system will allow its drivers to be informers, not enforcers, when it comes to bus fares.
Georgia student joins lawsuit over plan to gut Job Corps centers
A Georgia student is suing the U.S. Department of Labor over the Trump administration’s decision to shut down Job Corps centers around the country.
A Georgia student is suing the U.S. Department of Labor over the Trump administration’s decision to shut down Job Corps centers around the country.
Engaged couple's cause of death revealed after Lake Oconee disappearance
Authorities confirmed that Gary Jones and Joycelyn Wilson died from accidental drowning
Authorities confirmed that Gary Jones and Joycelyn Wilson died from accidental drowning
Fulton County school board votes to ban cellphones in class
Students in grades K-8 will not be allowed to use personal electronics during the school day.
Students in grades K-8 will not be allowed to use personal electronics during the school day.
Northwest Georgia officer arrested for assaulting arrestee
Joel "Chris" Wooten, 52, was arrested Wednesday, according to the GBI. He's charged with aggravated battery and violation of oath by a public officer.
Joel "Chris" Wooten, 52, was arrested Wednesday, according to the GBI. He's charged with aggravated battery and violation of oath by a public officer.
Atlanta Beltline greenlights $242M budget to accelerate completion before World Cup
Atlanta Beltline, Inc. has approved a budget focusing on trail completion, affordable housing, and transit initiatives ahead of the World Cup.
Atlanta Beltline, Inc. has approved a budget focusing on trail completion, affordable housing, and transit initiatives ahead of the World Cup.
Douglas County deputies arrest 10 in Lithia Springs street racing crackdown
Ten people were arrested in Lithia Springs for participating in illegal street racing, with charges including street racing and possession of marijuana.
Ten people were arrested in Lithia Springs for participating in illegal street racing, with charges including street racing and possession of marijuana.
Former Keller Williams bookkeeper sentenced to 27 months for $500K embezzlement
Lauren Williams Eldridge was sentenced to 27 months in federal prison for embezzling nearly $500,000.
Lauren Williams Eldridge was sentenced to 27 months in federal prison for embezzling nearly $500,000.
Athens unveils stunning 100-foot mural celebrating Georgia's flowers
Amanda Burk's 100-foot mural, "Georgia Flora," celebrates Georgia's flowers and was selected through a blind judging process from 25 proposals.
Amanda Burk's 100-foot mural, "Georgia Flora," celebrates Georgia's flowers and was selected through a blind judging process from 25 proposals.
Georgia man sentenced to 65 years for child molestation and exploitation
Robert Dean Garza Jr. was sentenced to 65 years in prison followed by life on probation for multiple charges.
Robert Dean Garza Jr. was sentenced to 65 years in prison followed by life on probation for multiple charges.
Pickup truck crash in Pickens County leaves driver with minor injuries
A pickup truck crashed into a ditch along Highway 136 West in Pickens County, initially reported as a tractor-trailer.
A pickup truck crashed into a ditch along Highway 136 West in Pickens County, initially reported as a tractor-trailer.
Fugitive Mark Anthony Beaver captured in Tennessee, charged with rape
Mark Anthony Beaver, wanted on multiple felony charges in Gilmer County, has been captured in Tennessee.
Mark Anthony Beaver, wanted on multiple felony charges in Gilmer County, has been captured in Tennessee.
A hike with a history lesson: Fort Mountain State Park
Fort Mountain State Park features a mysterious stone wall with unknown origins, adding intrigue to its scenic beauty and outdoor adventures.
Fort Mountain State Park features a mysterious stone wall with unknown origins, adding intrigue to its scenic beauty and outdoor adventures.
Cherokee County USPS employee charged with mail theft
Police said they worked with postal inspectors to prove Calvin Jones was opening up mail at the center taking cash and gift cards from them.
Police said they worked with postal inspectors to prove Calvin Jones was opening up mail at the center taking cash and gift cards from them.
Rodney McWeay trial: Man found guilty of murdering 4-year-old daughter
A Fulton County jury has found an Atlanta father accused of starving his 4-year-old daughter to death guilty on all charges.
A Fulton County jury has found an Atlanta father accused of starving his 4-year-old daughter to death guilty on all charges.
Atlanta mayor, police working to keep everyone safe over summer
The City of Atlanta wants to make the summer enjoyable and safe for the thousands of residents and visitors who will flock here.
The City of Atlanta wants to make the summer enjoyable and safe for the thousands of residents and visitors who will flock here.
Welfare check reveals emaciated horses at Walker County property, officials say
Two Walton County residents are facing multiple charges of animal cruelty after officials say a welfare check revealed multiple emaciated and injured horses on their property.
Two Walton County residents are facing multiple charges of animal cruelty after officials say a welfare check revealed multiple emaciated and injured horses on their property.
North DeKalb County road closed due to water main break
FOX 5 crews saw DeKalb County Police close Oglethorpe Avenue at N. Druid Hills Road after water shot above the power lines.
FOX 5 crews saw DeKalb County Police close Oglethorpe Avenue at N. Druid Hills Road after water shot above the power lines.
Former Atlanta VA drug counselor indicted, accused of buying methadone from patients
Philip Fritz, a former Department of Veteran Affairs worker, faces a 72-count indictment for allegedly buying methadone from patients.
Philip Fritz, a former Department of Veteran Affairs worker, faces a 72-count indictment for allegedly buying methadone from patients.
Newnan police sound alarm over pedestrian-involved crashes
Newnan Police report a sharp rise in pedestrians hit by cars in just the past couple of weeks.
Newnan Police report a sharp rise in pedestrians hit by cars in just the past couple of weeks.