Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:22 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:22:48 GMT
Defense attorneys want the governor's report on Atlanta Public Schools cheating thrown out. They say educators were threatened to cooperate with investigators or lose their jobs.
Defense attorneys want the governor's report on Atlanta Public Schools cheating thrown out. They say educators were threatened to cooperate with investigators or lose their jobs.
Monday, June 17 2013 7:16 PM EDT2013-06-17 23:16:28 GMT
Defense attorneys in the Atlanta Public Schools cheating case say state investigators pressured educators to get information.Attorney Brian Steel, who represents former Kennedy Middle School Principal
Defense attorneys in the Atlanta Public Schools cheating case say state investigators pressured educators to get information.Attorney Brian Steel, who represents former Kennedy Middle School Principal
Thursday, June 13 2013 6:42 PM EDT2013-06-13 22:42:16 GMT
An ousted DeKalb County School Board member is trying to get her job back.
An ousted DeKalb County School Board member is trying to get her job back. Gov. Nathan Deal removed Dr. Pamela Speaks and five other board members back in February after the district was placed on probation.
A former chief information officer for Atlanta's school system accused of accepting bribes in exchange for his influence in awarding a technology contract has pleaded not guilty.
A former chief information officer for Atlanta's school system accused of accepting bribes in exchange for his influence in awarding a technology contract has pleaded not guilty.
Friday, May 31 2013 6:52 PM EDT2013-05-31 22:52:24 GMT
An Acworth family is holding out hope tonight that their premature baby will survive.
An Acworth family is holding out hope tonight that their premature baby will survive. The baby's parents are both unemployed and struggle just to visit him at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston.
Wednesday, May 29 2013 5:10 PM EDT2013-05-29 21:10:07 GMT
A tractor-trailer crashed into a business in Lawrenceville on Wednesday morning, and the driver of the truck was killed. Amazingly, no one else was hurt.
A tractor-trailer crashed into a business in Lawrenceville on Wednesday morning, and the driver of the truck was killed. Amazingly, no one else was hurt.
Friday, May 24 2013 5:21 PM EDT2013-05-24 21:21:22 GMT
A judge has sentenced Michael Parson to the maximum of 35 years in jail for the attempted murder of his wife. On Thursday, Parson was convicted of shooting his wife, Adina, eight times in 2012.
A judge has sentenced Michael Parson to the maximum of 35 years in jail for the attempted murder of his wife. During an emotional sentencing hearing on Friday morning, Parson's mother told the court she still doesn't believe he is the shooter.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:46 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:46:32 GMT
Testimony continued Wednesday in a Fulton County courtroom in the case of a Sandy Springs man accused of gunning down his wife.
Testimony continued Wednesday in a Fulton County courtroom in the case of a Sandy Springs man accused of gunning down his wife. Prosecutors say Michael Parson shot his wife, Adina, eight times in April 2012 outside their apartment.
Friday, May 3 2013 12:56 AM EDT2013-05-03 04:56:26 GMT
Controversy is brewing in a northern Georgia community after about 50 students prayed together Wednesday morning when school officials said they should have been in class.
Controversy is brewing in a northern Georgia community after about 50 students prayed together Wednesday morning when school officials said they should have been in class.
Thursday, April 25 2013 5:45 PM EDT2013-04-25 21:45:32 GMT
DeKalb County residents say they were duped by phony utility workers who said they needed to do some work on their property, but instead they were robbed.
DeKalb County residents say they were duped by phony utility workers who said they needed to do some work on their property, but instead they were robbed.
Tuesday, April 23 2013 12:40 PM EDT2013-04-23 16:40:05 GMT
Atlanta police say a Frederick Douglass High School student was walking to school on Tuesday morning when a car hit her at the corner of Collier Road and Hamilton Homes Drive.
Atlanta police say a Frederick Douglass High School student was walking to school on Tuesday morning when a car hit her at the corner of Collier Road and Hamilton Homes Drive.
Monday, April 22 2013 7:15 PM EDT2013-04-22 23:15:40 GMT
Gwinnett County police say one of their officers shot and killed a home invasion suspect on Monday morning.
Gwinnett County police say one of their officers shot and killed a home invasion suspect on Monday morning. They say two kids were home alone at the time, and they heard the man trying to break in.
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 6:55 PM EDT2013-04-18 22:55:42 GMT
An elderly DeKalb County woman says burglars who posed as Georgia Power sub-contractors swiped thousands of dollars in diamonds from her.
An elderly DeKalb County woman says burglars who posed as Georgia Power sub-contractors swiped thousands of dollars in diamonds from her. The woman says the burglary happened Sunday afternoon while she was home.
Wednesday, April 17 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-04-18 02:30:37 GMT
Authorities say a DeKalb County police detective is accused of pointing his weapon at a teenager in a McDonald's drive-thru line earlier this month.
Authorities say a DeKalb County police detective is accused of pointing his weapon at a teenager in a McDonald's drive-thru line earlier this month. The incident was caught on surveillance video, which appears to show the officer approaching the teen's car and pointing a gun into the driver's side window.
Friday, April 5 2013 5:58 PM EDT2013-04-05 21:58:37 GMT
FOX 5 News has learned six of the Atlanta educators who face criminal charges in the cheating scandal had already agreed to state sanctions against their licenses for testing problems.
FOX 5 News has learned six of the Atlanta educators who face criminal charges in the cheating scandal had already agreed to state sanctions against their licenses for testing problems.
Wednesday, April 3 2013 4:20 PM EDT2013-04-03 20:20:05 GMT
Former Atlanta Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Beverly Hall arrived at the Fulton County Jail on Tuesday night to surrender to authorities on charges related to the cheating scandal.
Former Atlanta Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Beverly Hall arrived at the Fulton County Jail on Tuesday night to surrender to authorities on charges related to the cheating scandal. All but one of the 35 indicted educators have now turned themselves in.
Monday, April 1 2013 6:32 PM EDT2013-04-01 22:32:35 GMT
Some of the educators indicted in the Atlanta Public sShools cheating scandal could turn themselves in at any moment. Thirty-five people are facing charges, including former superintendent Dr. Beverly Hall.
Some of the educators indicted in the Atlanta Public sShools cheating scandal could turn themselves in at any moment. Thirty-five people are facing charges, including former superintendent Dr. Beverly Hall.
Thursday, March 28 2013 5:56 PM EDT2013-03-28 21:56:40 GMT
Atlanta educators accused of cheating to boost test scores are back in the spotlight on Thursday as a Fulton County grand jury reconvened for a second day.
Atlanta educators accused of cheating to boost test scores are back in the spotlight on Thursday as a Fulton County grand jury reconvened for a second day.
Tuesday, March 26 2013 4:48 AM EDT2013-03-26 08:48:52 GMT
Prosecutors could begin a grand jury hearing into the Atlanta school cheating scandal any day now. Sources tell FOX 5 the Fulton County District Attorney's office will take up the case by the end of the week.
Prosecutors could begin a grand jury hearing into the Atlanta school cheating scandal any day now. Sources tell FOX 5 the Fulton County District Attorney's office will take up the case by the end of the week.
Tuesday, March 19 2013 6:42 PM EDT2013-03-19 22:42:16 GMT
Computer problems plagued Georgia's Department of Driver Services on Monday. Hundreds of customers trying to renew their licenses were turned away at the more than 60 offices statewide.
Computer problems plagued Georgia's Department of Driver Services on Monday. Hundreds of customers trying to renew their licenses were turned away at the more than 60 offices statewide.
Friday, March 15 2013 5:34 PM EDT2013-03-15 21:34:11 GMT
Andrea Sneiderman pleaded not guilty to the charges against her for allegedly plotting to murder her husband. She and her lawyers were in court for less than 30 minutes.
Andrea Sneiderman pleaded not guilty to the charges against her for allegedly plotting to murder her husband. She and her lawyers were in court for less than 30 minutes.
Saturday, March 9 2013 4:11 PM EST2013-03-09 21:11:01 GMT
A 9-year-old boy and his 10-year-old friend are being hailed as heroes after helping a woman whose baby stopped breathing.
A 9-year-old boy and his 10-year-old friend are being hailed as heroes after helping a woman whose baby stopped breathing. One boy gave instructions on how to CPR while the other boy waited for an ambulance.
Tuesday, March 5 2013 5:20 PM EST2013-03-05 22:20:30 GMT
The parents of a Florida A&M University drum major who died after a hazing ritual spoke out Wednesday in Atlanta.
The parents of a Florida A&M University drum major who died after a hazing ritual spoke out Wednesday in Atlanta. They reacted to a Florida Attorney General's decision to charge 12 of their son's fellow band members with manslaughter in addition to hazing.
Monday, March 4 2013 5:17 PM EST2013-03-04 22:17:24 GMT
Monday mornings are usually busy at tag offices around the state, but that was even more true today.
Monday mornings are usually busy at tag offices around the state, but that was even more true today. The Georgia Department of Revenue says computers were down for several hours in all 159 counties across the state.
Friday, March 1 2013 6:34 PM EST2013-03-01 23:34:42 GMT
Lawyers for board members of a beleaguered metro Atlanta school system appeared in court on Friday to argue why they should not be removed from their positions.
Lawyers for board members of a beleaguered metro Atlanta school system appeared in court on Friday to argue why they should not be removed from their positions.
Wednesday, February 27 2013 5:19 PM EST2013-02-27 22:19:21 GMT
The suspect in a deadly hit-and-run made his first court appearance on Wednesday. A Fulton County judge granted Eric Demons a $25,000 bond, and the victim's family was not pleased.
The suspect in a deadly hit-and-run made his first court appearance on Wednesday. A Fulton County judge granted Eric Demons a $25,000 bond, and the victim's family was not pleased.
Tuesday, February 26 2013 11:57 PM EST2013-02-27 04:57:31 GMT
Back in the days of segregated Atlanta, decent housing was difficult to find. A city alderman, a developer and several community organizers put their heads together to form a neighborhood of their own.
Back in the days of segregated Atlanta, decent housing was difficult to find. A city alderman, a developer and several community organizers put their heads together to form a neighborhood of their own.
Friday, February 22 2013 11:03 PM EST2013-02-23 04:03:50 GMT
Officials with the governor's office say Governor Nathan Deal will make his decision concerning the six DeKalb school board members recommended for removal by the State Board of Education on Monday.
Officials with the governor's office say Governor Nathan Deal will make his decision concerning the six DeKalb school board members recommended for removal by the State Board of Education on Monday.
Tuesday, February 19 2013 10:42 PM EST2013-02-20 03:42:43 GMT
DeKalb County police have arrested a 22-year-old Decatur man after they say he shot and killed his girlfriend in his family's driveway early Tuesday morning.
DeKalb County police have arrested a 22-year-old Decatur man after they say he shot and killed his girlfriend in his family's driveway early Tuesday morning.
Thursday, February 14 2013 6:52 PM EST2013-02-14 23:52:17 GMT
A Paralympic superstar who made history last year in London as the first double amputee to compete in the Olympic Games is now a suspect in his girlfriend's murder.
A Paralympic superstar who made history last year in London as the first double amputee to compete in the Olympic Games is now a suspect in his girlfriend's murder.
Friday, February 8 2013 9:56 PM EST2013-02-09 02:56:54 GMT
The DeKalb County Board of Education has named former Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond the interim leader of DeKalb County Schools after the resignation of the current superintendent.
The DeKalb County Board of Education has named former Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond the interim leader of DeKalb County Schools after the resignation of the current superintendent.
Wednesday, February 6 2013 12:34 PM EST2013-02-06 17:34:07 GMT
A Douglas County teenager, accused of stabbing his great-grandmother to death with a sword, pleaded guilty, but mentally ill, during his court appearance on Wednesday.
A Douglas County teenager, accused of stabbing his great-grandmother to death with a sword, pleaded guilty, but mentally ill, during his court appearance on Wednesday.
Tuesday, February 5 2013 6:55 PM EST2013-02-05 23:55:26 GMT
Police in Hapeville are still looking for clues in the death of a man who was shot and killed during a robbery last month, and a relative of the victim is asking anyone with information to come forward.
Police in Hapeville are still looking for clues in the death of a man who was shot and killed during a robbery last month, and a relative of the victim is asking anyone with information to come forward.
Monday, February 4 2013 6:24 PM EST2013-02-04 23:24:32 GMT
Doctors at Grady Memorial Hospital call a Conyers woman's recovery a miracle.
Doctors at Grady Memorial Hospital call a Conyers woman's recovery a miracle. They expect 50-year-old Sylvia Ennis to make a full recovery after a 4-foot long tree branch impaled her the day after a heavy rain in January.
Friday, February 1 2013 5:23 PM EST2013-02-01 22:23:17 GMT
Atlanta school superintendent Erroll Davis spent several hours at Price Middle School on Friday. His visit comes a day after 14-year-old student Telvis Douglas was shot at the school.
Atlanta school superintendent Erroll Davis spent several hours at Price Middle School on Friday. His visit comes a day after 14-year-old student Telvis Douglas was shot at the school.
