Friday, May 31 2013 9:03 AM EDT2013-05-31 13:03:16 GMT
Police say they fired shots at a man who brandished a gun during an early-morning fight outside a midtown Atlanta nightclub.
Police say they fired shots at a man who brandished a gun during an early-morning fight outside a midtown Atlanta nightclub. Witnesses say a large fight broke out behind the Sutra Lounge, and eventually they heard shots.
Tuesday, May 28 2013 6:47 PM EDT2013-05-28 22:47:02 GMT
A family is demanding answers after the murder of their loved one in east Atlanta.
A family is demanding answers after the murder of their loved one in east Atlanta. Detectives say video game programmer Patrick Cotrona was gunned down on his way home early Sunday morning.
Tuesday, May 28 2013 4:06 PM EDT2013-05-28 20:06:53 GMT
Atlanta police are investigating circumstances behind a bizarre incident. They say a driver who was fleeing police crashed into several vehicles, and eventually a house.
Atlanta police are investigating circumstances behind a bizarre incident. They say a driver who was fleeing police crashed into several vehicles, and eventually a house.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:50 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:50:14 GMT
FOX 5 has learned that two Newton County elementary school students are being treated for injuries after they were bitten by a fox while they were playing on a playground.
FOX 5 has learned that two Newton County elementary school students are being treated for injuries after they were bitten by a fox while they were playing on a playground. Both victims are 6-year-old boys who are in kindergarten at Rocky Plains Elementary School, where the attack happened.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:34 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:34:58 GMT
Parents are asking about the safety of the schools in the event of a tornado after the devastation suffered in Moore, Okla.
Parents are asking about the safety of the schools in the event of a tornado after the devastation suffered in Moore, Okla. School and emergency officials insist having kids sheltered in school buildings rather than being picked up is the best solution.
Monday, May 20 2013 7:16 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:16:20 GMT
The owner of a proposed gun range squared off with some concerned residents at an Atlanta City Council meeting on Monday.
The owner of a proposed gun range squared off with some concerned residents at an Atlanta City Council meeting on Monday. The proposed gun range would be built in an old warehouse near Atlantic Station.
Monday, May 13 2013 5:42 PM EDT2013-05-13 21:42:29 GMT
Police in Roswell are warning residents of a phone scam where the caller allegedly identifies himself as a Fulton County sheriff's deputy, and demands payments for tickets over the phone.
Police in Roswell are warning residents of a phone scam where the caller allegedly identifies himself as a Fulton County sheriff's deputy, and demands payments for tickets over the phone.
Monday, May 6 2013 6:48 PM EDT2013-05-06 22:48:25 GMT
Officials at Morrow High School said that 50 iPods were stolen from the school as students celebrated their prom over the weekend. School officials say thieves broke into the school while students and
Officials at Morrow High School said that 50 iPods were stolen from the school as students celebrated their prom over the weekend. School officials say thieves broke into the school while students and
Friday, May 3 2013 4:52 AM EDT2013-05-03 08:52:03 GMT
Employers are hoping to fill hundreds of positions in the metro area on Friday. Congressman David Scott is hosting his 10th annual jobs fair at the Georgia International Convention Center.
Employers are hoping to fill hundreds of positions in the metro area on Friday. Congressman David Scott is hosting his 10th annual jobs fair at the Georgia International Convention Center.
Monday, April 22 2013 6:27 PM EDT2013-04-22 22:27:20 GMT
Local communities paused on Monday to remember two officers killed in the line of duty.
Local communities paused on Monday to remember two officers killed in the line of duty. The names of Henry County Officer Elgin Daniel and Clayton County Officer Sean Callahan were added to the Georgia Police Officer Memorial Wall.
Wednesday, April 17 2013 8:22 PM EDT2013-04-18 00:22:03 GMT
Seven people are facing charges in connection to the alleged beating of an autistic woman. Now, the victim's mother and other family members responsible for her care have been arrested.
Seven people are facing charges in connection to the alleged beating of an autistic woman. Now, the victim's mother and other family members responsible for her care have been arrested.
Tuesday, April 16 2013 5:25 PM EDT2013-04-16 21:25:19 GMT
Twin bombs at the Boston Marathon on Monday killed three people and injured dozens more. The FBI is taking charge of the investigation, calling the blasts an "act of terror."
Twin bombs at the Boston Marathon on Monday killed three people and injured dozens more. The FBI is taking charge of the investigation, calling the blasts an "act of terror."
Monday, April 15 2013 12:35 PM EDT2013-04-15 16:35:52 GMT
Paul Taylor was a father figure for many people in his neighborhood in DeKalb County. On Sunday, he was shot to death in his home just outside of Decatur.
Paul Taylor was a father figure for many people in his neighborhood in DeKalb County. On Sunday, he was shot to death in his home just outside of Decatur.
Tuesday, April 9 2013 5:37 PM EDT2013-04-09 21:37:57 GMT
Louisville's win over Michigan caps off a huge weekend for Atlanta. The NCAA championship games brought more than 100,000 people to the city.
Louisville's win over Michigan capped off a huge weekend for Atlanta. The NCAA championship games brought more than 100,000 people to the city, not to mention the thousands more who came out for the free concerts at Centennial Olympic Park.
Thursday, March 21 2013 3:32 PM EDT2013-03-21 19:32:54 GMT
Police in Clayton County say a day laborer looking for work was also looking to rob someone. Authorities say the worker pulled a gun on one man and then stole a vehicle from another in just a matter of minutes.
Police in Clayton County say a day laborer looking for work was also looking to rob someone. Authorities say the worker pulled a gun on one man and then stole a vehicle from another in just a matter of minutes.
Monday, March 18 2013 10:13 PM EDT2013-03-19 02:13:07 GMT
Monday night's storms left behind a mess in parts of Chattooga County.
Monday night's storms left behind a mess in parts of Chattooga County. Residents along 6th Street in Summerville tell FOX 5 they saw storms bring down two massive trees in a matter of only a few seconds.
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.
Tuesday, March 5 2013 5:29 PM EST2013-03-05 22:29:30 GMT
Animal experts say the population of coyotes is growing faster than they can keep up with.
Animal experts say the population of coyotes is growing faster than they can keep up with. The latest example comes from Midtown Atlanta, where one resident spotted and photographed a coyote.
Monday, March 4 2013 5:24 PM EST2013-03-04 22:24:19 GMT
Fire crews battled a blaze that threatened several businesses in Lawrenceville on Monday. One firefighter had to be taken out after part of a ceiling fell on him.
Fire crews battled a blaze that threatened several businesses in Lawrenceville on Monday. One firefighter had to be taken out after part of a ceiling fell on him.
Wednesday, February 20 2013 10:33 PM EST2013-02-21 03:33:20 GMT
DeKalb County School Board members will make their case on Thursday about why they should keep their jobs.
DeKalb County School Board members will make their case on Thursday about why they should keep their jobs. A Fulton County judge denied a "stay request" from the board on Wednesday.
Wednesday, February 6 2013 7:21 PM EST2013-02-07 00:21:23 GMT
A community honored a teen for a valiant effort after a fatal fire last month. Michael Haney, 15, received an award for bravery after his work to save his family from a fire.
A community honored a teen for a valiant effort after a fatal fire last month. Michael Haney, 15, received an award for bravery after his work to save his family from a fire.
Tuesday, February 5 2013 12:36 PM EST2013-02-05 17:36:19 GMT
Atlanta officials, business leaders and firefighters gathered at the city's historic Fire Station 7 on Tuesday to announce plans to renovate and reopen the facility.
Atlanta officials, business leaders and firefighters gathered at the city's historic Fire Station 7 on Tuesday to announce plans to renovate and reopen the facility.
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.
