Friday, May 24 2013 10:32 PM EDT2013-05-25 02:32:57 GMT
Authorities say more than a dozen people were injured in an accident involving a hotel shuttle bus near Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport on Friday morning.
Authorities say more than a dozen people were injured in an accident involving a hotel shuttle bus near Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport on Friday morning.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:55 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:55:59 GMT
A local woman says she's trying to rebuild her life after storms hit this past weekend and destroyed her home.
A local woman says she's trying to rebuild her life after storms hit this past weekend and destroyed her home. Just one day later, some of her family members were in Oklahoma near where the tornado hit.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:24 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:24:23 GMT
Dozens of catalytic converters have been stolen in one section of Atlanta in just the past few days. Police say the thieves are targeting Honda Elements.
Dozens of catalytic converters have been stolen in one section of Atlanta in just the past few days. Police say the thieves are targeting Honda Elements.
Monday, May 13 2013 11:07 PM EDT2013-05-14 03:07:26 GMT
A teen is upset after he found an insult printed under his yearbook picture. Under Dylan Worthen's band picture in the South Paulding High School yearbook, someone identified the freshman trumpet player as a "freak."
A teen is upset after he found an insult printed under his yearbook picture. Under Dylan Worthen's band picture in the South Paulding High School yearbook, someone identified the freshman trumpet player as a "freak."
Thursday, May 9 2013 10:46 PM EDT2013-05-10 02:46:15 GMT
Employees of adult entertainment clubs gathered at Atlanta City Hall on Thursday to protest a new ordinance that would have closed strip clubs along Cheshire Bridge Road.
Employees of adult entertainment clubs gathered at Atlanta City Hall on Thursday to protest a new ordinance that would have closed strip clubs along Cheshire Bridge Road.
Monday, April 22 2013 10:36 PM EDT2013-04-23 02:36:10 GMT
Angry residents in Johns Creek say questionable massage parlors are flooding the area.
Angry residents in Johns Creek say questionable massage parlors are flooding the area. The citizens packed a city council meeting on Monday to voice opposition to the parlors, which they claim offer more than massages.
Friday, April 19 2013 10:39 PM EDT2013-04-20 02:39:59 GMT
The National Weather Service says an EF-2 tornado touched down briefly in Mansfield on Friday afternoon as a line of strong storms moved east through Georgia.
The National Weather Service says an EF-2 tornado touched down briefly in Mansfield on Friday afternoon as a line of strong storms moved east through Georgia.
Thursday, April 18 2013 10:23 PM EDT2013-04-19 02:23:28 GMT
A local community is coming together to fight crime after a recent uptick in incidents. On Wednesday, a couple was shot trying to fight off of a pair of carjackers.
A local community is coming together to fight crime after a recent uptick in incidents. On Wednesday, a couple was shot trying to fight off of a pair of carjackers.
Monday, April 15 2013 11:24 PM EDT2013-04-16 03:24:08 GMT
Friends and family turned to texts and social to make sure local runners participating in Monday's Boston Marathon were safe.
Friends and family turned to texts and social to make sure local runners participating in Monday's Boston Marathon were safe. More than 360 Georgians participated in the marathon, which was rocked by two explosions that killed at least two and injured more than 100 others.
Friday, April 12 2013 10:39 PM EDT2013-04-13 02:39:57 GMT
The victim in Thursday's deadly shooting on Interstate 20 was Jame Lewiel, a music executive and rapper who went by the name OG Double D, Lewiel's family told FOX 5.
The victim in Thursday's deadly shooting on Interstate 20 was Jame Lewiel, a music executive and rapper who went by the name OG Double D, Lewiel's family told FOX 5.
Monday, April 8 2013 10:17 PM EDT2013-04-09 02:17:27 GMT
A local woman says she is lucky to be alive after being the victim of a brutal case of domestic violence. Nicole Hernane says that she needs expensive surgery just to feel normal again.
A local woman says she is lucky to be alive after being the victim of a brutal case of domestic violence. Nicole Hernane says that she needs expensive surgery just to feel normal again.
Friday, April 5 2013 11:19 PM EDT2013-04-06 03:19:13 GMT
Allegations of hazing and abuse have sidelined an entire local soccer team.
Allegations of hazing and abuse have sidelined an entire local soccer team. An investigation has been launched into alleged hazing rituals against the Gordon Central High School Warriors.
Thursday, April 4 2013 10:34 PM EDT2013-04-05 02:34:24 GMT
Nearby residents said the ground trembled and windows shook after an explosion at Plant Bowen on Thursday.Two people suffered minor injuries after the blast at the coal-fired power station, according to
Nearby residents said the ground trembled and windows shook after an explosion at Plant Bowen on Thursday.Two people suffered minor injuries after the blast at the coal-fired power station, according to
Tuesday, April 2 2013 6:00 PM EDT2013-04-02 22:00:07 GMT
The city of Brookhaven doesn't have a police department yet, but may have found its first crime fighter.
The city of Brookhaven doesn't have a police department yet, but may have found its first crime fighter. The mayor of the metro area's newest city found himself in the middle of the action last Friday when he helped foil a robbery.
Friday, March 29 2013 10:53 PM EDT2013-03-30 02:53:22 GMT
Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard said that thousands of Atlanta Public Schools students were robbed of their education by a cheating scandal.
Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard said that thousands of Atlanta Public Schools students were robbed of their education by a cheating scandal.
Tuesday, March 26 2013 11:41 PM EDT2013-03-27 03:41:56 GMT
The mother of a 13-month-old toddler shot in his stroller said that she's not ready to forgive the two teens who allegedly took her son's life and doesn't believe she ever will be.
The mother of a 13-month-old toddler shot in his stroller said that she's not ready to forgive the two teens who allegedly took her son's life and doesn't believe she ever will be.
Wednesday, March 20 2013 10:40 PM EDT2013-03-21 02:40:45 GMT
In its first meeting with new members, the DeKalb County School Board voted to drop a lawsuit against the state.The board voted 9-0 to terminate their involvement in the lawsuit the previous board had
In its first meeting with new members, the DeKalb County School Board voted to drop a lawsuit against the state.The board voted 9-0 to terminate their involvement in the lawsuit the previous board had
Wednesday, March 6 2013 5:24 PM EST2013-03-06 22:24:48 GMT
Tuesday's storms left pockets of damage all over the metro area, most of it caused by trees brought down by heavy winds and residents saw more of the same on Wednesday.
Tuesday's storms left pockets of damage all over the metro area, most of it caused by trees brought down by heavy winds and residents saw more of the same on Wednesday.
Monday, March 4 2013 10:28 PM EST2013-03-05 03:28:37 GMT
Fayette County Schools voted on Monday to close four of its schools.
Fayette Public County Schools voted on Monday to close four of its schools. The schools slated to close are Tyrone Elementary, Brooks Elementary, Fayette Middle School and Fayetteville Intermediate School.
Thursday, February 28 2013 11:41 PM EST2013-03-01 04:41:21 GMT
A Vietnam veteran can't legally own a firearm due to a misdemeanor conviction 40 years ago. Now, Jeffery Schrader says he wants his Second Amendment rights back.
A Vietnam veteran can't legally own a firearm due to a misdemeanor conviction 40 years ago. Now, Jeffery Schrader says he wants his Second Amendment rights back.
Wednesday, February 20 2013 5:20 AM EST2013-02-20 10:20:16 GMT
DeKalb County School Board members are fighting for their jobs, and they're using tax money to pay for it.
DeKalb County School Board members are fighting for their jobs, and they're using tax money to pay for it. On Tuesday, the board filed a lawsuit against the state. They want a guarantee they won't be dismissed from their jobs despite all the troubles facing DeKalb County Schools.
Thursday, February 14 2013 11:07 PM EST2013-02-15 04:07:59 GMT
A local man says a Good Samaritan saved him from a terrible wreck. A hit-and-run accident cost John Pulliam his leg, but could have cost him his life if not for Randel Sensing.
A local man says a Good Samaritan saved him from a terrible wreck. A hit-and-run accident cost John Pulliam his leg, but could have cost him his life if not for Randel Sensing.
Friday, February 8 2013 10:57 PM EST2013-02-09 03:57:14 GMT
Were DeKalb County school board members caught sleeping on the job? FOX 5 has obtained photos of DeKalb County School Board Chairman Dr. Eugene Walker and board member Sarah Copelin-Wood apparently dozing off on the job.
Were DeKalb County school board members caught sleeping on the job? FOX 5 has obtained photos of DeKalb County School Board Chairman Dr. Eugene Walker and board member Sarah Copelin-Wood apparently dozing off on the job.
Thursday, February 7 2013 1:58 PM EST2013-02-07 18:58:40 GMT
One week after a tornado devastated the northwest Georgia town of Adairsville, many families still don't know where to turn to for help or a place to stay.
One week after a tornado devastated the northwest Georgia town of Adairsville, many families still don't know where to turn to for help or a place to stay.
Wednesday, February 6 2013 6:52 AM EST2013-02-06 11:52:36 GMT
Should your boss have access to your private Facebook posts and photos? Some companies are now requiring potential and current employees give them access to their social media activity.
Should your boss have access to your private Facebook posts and photos? Some companies are now requiring potential and current employees give them access to their social media activity, but a new bill proposed in Georgia would ban that.
Thursday, January 31 2013 10:46 PM EST2013-02-01 03:46:20 GMT
An exclusive FOX 5/Insider Advantage poll shows that opinions about gun laws in the typically conversative Georgia could be changing.
President Barack Obama has proposed sweeping new gun laws in the wake of the tragic school shooting in Newtown, Conn. An exclusive FOX 5/Insider Advantage poll shows that opinions about gun laws in the strongly conservative Georgia could be changing.
Tuesday, January 29 2013 10:46 PM EST2013-01-30 03:46:20 GMT
Atlanta police are looking for a man behind a string of armed robberies along Atlanta's most famous road.
Atlanta police are looking for a man behind a string of armed robberies along Atlanta's most famous road. There have been at least eight holdups at businesses on Peachtree Road in Buckhead in less than a month.
Thursday, January 24 2013 10:29 PM EST2013-01-25 03:29:26 GMT
As freezing rain threatens for Friday, the world's busiest airport isn't taking any chances. Crews and deicing equipment are standing by at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport just in case.
As freezing rain threatens for Friday, the world's busiest airport isn't taking any chances. Crews and deicing equipment are standing by at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport just in case.
Monday, January 21 2013 10:31 PM EST2013-01-22 03:31:31 GMT
While most Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday celebrations were centered today along historic Auburn Avenue, another section of Atlanta also played an important role in the Civil Rights Movement and in Dr. King's life.
While most Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday celebrations were centered today along historic Auburn Avenue, another section of Atlanta also played an important role in the Civil Rights Movement and in Dr. King's life.
Wednesday, January 16 2013 11:03 PM EST2013-01-17 04:03:45 GMT
"Gangnam Style" and the Atlanta Falcons have proven to be unstoppable in the last year, so it's no surprise that one diehard fan combined the two in one amusing mash-up.
"Gangnam Style" and the Atlanta Falcons have proven to be unstoppable in the last year, so it's no surprise that one diehard fan combined the two in one amusing mash-up.
