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.

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.

Tariffs force closure of a beloved Cedartown bakery

A local Georgia bakery that serves low-carb, gluten-free and sugar-free treats says it has been forced to close its doors.

Pedestrian killed on GA 400, roadway back open

The man who was hit climbed over the fence and jumped onto Ga. 400 before being struck, according to the Alpharetta police department.

Celebrating Juneteenth at William Root House in Marietta

Those celebrating Juneteenth can stop by the William Root House Museum & Garden on June 19 between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

New Georgia laws taking effect July 1, 2025: What you need to know

July 1 is the start of the fiscal year in the state of Georgia and it is also when the majority of new Georgia laws go into effect.

Rockdale County schools plan to lock up students' cellphones

If students don't turn over their device or tamper with the pouch, they will receive consequences according to the student handbook, according to the district.

Sixth measles case reported in Georgia, health officials say

A sixth measles case has been confirmed in Georgia, linked to an unvaccinated resident who traveled internationally.

Fire destroys warehouse for nonprofit Furniture Bank of Meto Atlanta

An early morning fire has destroyed the Furniture Bank of metro Atlanta’s warehouse in southwest Atlanta, dealing a major blow to a nonprofit that provides essential furnishings to families in need.

Marjorie Taylor Greene warns Trump: Americans sick of war, movement at risk

One of Trump’s most ardent loyalists, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), says the president would be wrong to embroil the U.S. in another conflict in the Middle East.

Police searching for suspects in armed theft in SW Atlanta

Do you recognize this man and woman? Police say they used banking cards stolen from another man's car at a local grocery store.

Former CDC employees staging 'die-in' Thursday afternoon

Former CDC employees, scientists, and community activists are planning a dramatic protest outside the agency's Clifton campus in DeKalb County today.

Man killed, bystander injured in shooting at Gwinnett County hotel

One man is dead, and a woman has been rushed to the hospital after a shooting at a Gwinnett County hotel late Tuesday night.

Marine vet, single father surprised by Warrick Dunn at new home

Marine Corps veteran and single father Nickolas received keys to a new home in Walton County through Habitat for Humanity and Warrick Dunn Charities.

Hispanic journalist arrested during metro Atlanta protests in ICE custody

Metro Atlanta journalist Mario Guevara, known for his coverage of immigration raids and advocacy for immigrant communities, has been taken into custody by ICE after his arrest during a protest in DeKalb County.