Ex-Georgia lawmaker sentenced for pandemic fraud
Former Georgia State Representative Karen Bennett has been sentenced to pay restitution and fines for fraudulently claiming pandemic unemployment benefits.
Former Georgia State Representative Karen Bennett has been sentenced to pay restitution and fines for fraudulently claiming pandemic unemployment benefits.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | April 24-26, 2026
Looking for something to do around Atlanta this week? From festivals and live music to sports and special events, there’s plenty happening across the metro area to keep you busy.
Looking for something to do around Atlanta this week? From festivals and live music to sports and special events, there’s plenty happening across the metro area to keep you busy.
Man killed after allegedly shooting Adairsville officer identified
An Adairsville police officer is recovering after being shot during an early morning encounter with a wanted suspect that turned deadly.
An Adairsville police officer is recovering after being shot during an early morning encounter with a wanted suspect that turned deadly.
Officials contain wildfire near Lake Allatoona in Bartow County
A 6-acre wildfire is burning near Lake Allatoona in Bartow County with 100% containment.
A 6-acre wildfire is burning near Lake Allatoona in Bartow County with 100% containment.
Two-year fugitive found hiding in air vent, taken into custody
A fugitive on the run for nearly two years was arrested Monday in Moultrie, Georgia, after being found hiding in a floor air vent, authorities said.
A fugitive on the run for nearly two years was arrested Monday in Moultrie, Georgia, after being found hiding in a floor air vent, authorities said.
Drinks at the Mitsubishi Electric Classic
See the drinks available at the Mitsubishi Electric Classic.
See the drinks available at the Mitsubishi Electric Classic.
Fires continue to burn out of control Thursday morning in South Georgia
Wildfires continue to intensify across South Georgia, scorching tens of thousands of acres, forcing evacuations and straining firefighting resources as crews work to contain the growing threat.
Wildfires continue to intensify across South Georgia, scorching tens of thousands of acres, forcing evacuations and straining firefighting resources as crews work to contain the growing threat.
$30 concert tickets offered soon for thousands of shows this summer
Music fans across the U.S. and Canada will soon have access to discounted concert tickets as Live Nation launches its “Summer of Live” promotion, offering $30 tickets to more than 4,000 shows.
Music fans across the U.S. and Canada will soon have access to discounted concert tickets as Live Nation launches its “Summer of Live” promotion, offering $30 tickets to more than 4,000 shows.
Cherokee, Bartow counties issue countywide burn ban due to fire danger
A burn ban is now in effect in Cherokee County due to severe drought, low humidity and increased wildfire risk.
A burn ban is now in effect in Cherokee County due to severe drought, low humidity and increased wildfire risk.
Two 3-year-old children drown in Crisp County, GBI investigating
Two young children have died following a drowning incident at a home in Cordele, according to police.
Two young children have died following a drowning incident at a home in Cordele, according to police.
Code Orange Air Quality Alert in place for metro Atlanta due to smoke
Hazy skies and reduced air quality are expected again Thursday across parts of North Georgia as smoke from wildfires burning in South Georgia continues to drift north.
Hazy skies and reduced air quality are expected again Thursday across parts of North Georgia as smoke from wildfires burning in South Georgia continues to drift north.
Woman critically injured in Cobb self-defense stabbing, police say
A woman was hospitalized after a stabbing early Thursday morning in Cobb County that investigators say stemmed from a dispute between friends.
A woman was hospitalized after a stabbing early Thursday morning in Cobb County that investigators say stemmed from a dispute between friends.
Brush fire contained near Dunwoody apartments in DeKalb
Fire crews in DeKalb County worked early Thursday morning to contain a fast-moving brush fire near an apartment complex off Peachtree Industrial Boulevard.
Fire crews in DeKalb County worked early Thursday morning to contain a fast-moving brush fire near an apartment complex off Peachtree Industrial Boulevard.
Nazi symbol found at Decatur High School during chalk-art project
Someone drew a Nazi swastika during a chalk-art assignment at Decatur High School.
Someone drew a Nazi swastika during a chalk-art assignment at Decatur High School.
Man dead, officer injured after traffic stop leads to gunfire in Woodstock
A traffic stop in Woodstock turned into a chase and deadly shooting for officers on Wednesday evening.
A traffic stop in Woodstock turned into a chase and deadly shooting for officers on Wednesday evening.
Henry County fires County Manager Cheri Matthews
Henry County commissioners dismissed County Manager Cheri Matthews on Wednesday, effective immediately.
Henry County commissioners dismissed County Manager Cheri Matthews on Wednesday, effective immediately.
Mount Airy man facing charges for child sexual abuse material
A Mount Airy man was arrested on Tuesday on accusations he distributed child sexual abuse material in Habersham County.
A Mount Airy man was arrested on Tuesday on accusations he distributed child sexual abuse material in Habersham County.
FOX 5 Storm Team Chief Meteorologist David Chandley honored by Kemp
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp honored FOX 5 Storm Team Chief Meteorologist David Chandley as he prepares to retire after more than 40 years in broadcasting.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp honored FOX 5 Storm Team Chief Meteorologist David Chandley as he prepares to retire after more than 40 years in broadcasting.
Why Georgia's Pre-K program is now a 'step above the rest'
Georgia's Pre-K program is receiving national recognition after meeting every quality benchmark.
Georgia's Pre-K program is receiving national recognition after meeting every quality benchmark.
Jury convicts motorist in 2023 crash that killed tow truck driver on I-85
A jury convicted Christopher Thornton of vehicular homicide and reckless driving for a 2023 crash on Interstate 85.
A jury convicted Christopher Thornton of vehicular homicide and reckless driving for a 2023 crash on Interstate 85.