Trial date set for suspect in murder of UGA law student Tara Baker

In 2021, UGA law student Tara Baker's body was found in a burning apartment in Athens. Now, more than 24 years later, the man accused of sexually assaulting and killing her will go to trial.

Deputy investigated for 'aggravated assault' over inmate punching, choking

An incident report released to the FOX 5 I-Team shows two deputies have been named in an investigation into the beating of a shackled Cobb County inmate at a hospital earlier this year.

Gun pulled out during fight at Newton County Walmart, police say

A tense argument at a Covington Walmart got a lot scarier after deputies say a man pulled out a gun on Sunday morning.

Fight at Powder Springs Zaxby's ends with 1 dead, 2 hospitalized

Three teens were rushed to an area hospital after a fight at a Zaxby's in Cobb County. One of those teens have since died.

2nd arrest made in murder of Manchester High School football player, GBI says

More than a year after Manchester High School football player Brandon Smith's body was found, the GBI says it has identified and arrested another suspect for his murder.

Coweta County Schools becomes latest victim of ransomware attack

A ransomware attack trying to steal sensitive information forced Coweta County Schools to cancel SAT tests at three high schools over the weekend. It's just the latest cyberattack targeted metro Atlanta agencies.

Fulton County's quiet approval of power lines draws backlash from residents

Residents say they're concerned about their health, their safety, and the value of their homes after learning about Georgia Power's plan to build high-voltage power lines between their neighborhood and the Fulton County Jail.

Cobb County community leaders demand charges be dropped against accused Walmart kidnapper

The Cobb County Democratic Committee is advocating for the release of Mahendra Patel, a 56-year-old man charged with attempted kidnapping at a Walmart in Acworth. Despite their calls, the Cobb County District Attorney's Office has stated they will proceed with the case.

Cyber Security expert explains depth of Cobb County ransomware hack

A Russian-speaking hacking group said it would release hundreds of thousands of documents containing sensitive, personal information from the Cobb County government’s servers by Saturday.

Rain, thunderstorms, potential tornadoes move through metro Atlanta

Tornado warnings have been issued just across the Georgia state line, with severe thunderstorm warnings affecting the northwestern parts of the Peach State.

Shootings, stabbing: Violent weekend unfolds across Atlanta

There were a number of violent incidents that unfolded across Atlanta Friday night into early Sunday morning. From a stabbing to multiple shootings, here's what we know about each brutal event.

Tree falls on Atlanta home, kills 10-year-old girl in the middle of the night

An Atlanta family is mourning the loss of a 10-year-old girl who was killed when a tree fell on the house she was in early Saturday morning. What We Know

Businesses destroyed in early morning Clayton County strip mall fire

An early morning fire tore through a strip mall on State Highway 85 in Clayton County, causing the roof to collapse and leaving two businesses destroyed and a third badly damaged.

Cherokee County man sentenced to life for repeated marital rape, abuse

A Cherokee County man has been sentenced to life in prison for raping and abusing his then-wife. Prosecutors say her bravery in confronting her abuser led to justice being served.

Unreliable elevators leave elderly residents stranded at Atlanta apartment complex

Elderly residents at Columbia Heritage in Atlanta are facing significant challenges due to unreliable elevators. Some of them say they've had to miss crucial appointments due to the inconvenience.

Federal agents crack down on cartel operations in Georgia

"Cartels have infiltrated the United States and through the Southern border, are operating in all major states and cities," ATF Special Agent in Charge Benjamin Gibbons told reporters at a news conference in northeast Atlanta on Friday.

Mableton beauty supply store struggles with rising costs amid Trump tariffs

Two women who own a beauty supply store in Mableton say they are struggling to keep their business afloat while maintaining fair prices for their customers amid Trump-imposed tariffs.