Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:22 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:22:14 GMT
Tea party groups and Georgia Republican leaders are gathered at the state Capitol on Tuesday to protest the targeting of conservative groups by the Internal Revenue Service.
Tea party groups and Georgia Republican leaders are gathered at the state Capitol on Tuesday to protest the targeting of conservative groups by the Internal Revenue Service.
Friday, May 17 2013 6:48 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:48:25 GMT
State Rep. Tyrone Brooks could be suspended from office after a federal grand jury issued a 30-count indictment against the longtime Georgia lawmaker on Thursday.
State Rep. Tyrone Brooks could be suspended from office after a federal grand jury issued a 30-count indictment against the longtime Georgia lawmaker on Thursday.
Friday, May 10 2013 6:11 PM EDT2013-05-10 22:11:23 GMT
Officials are warning residents about the dangers of leaving children unattended in hot cars. A metro Atlanta parent talked about the heartbreak of losing her child to heat and a closed car.
Officials are warning residents about the dangers of leaving children unattended in hot cars. A metro Atlanta parent talked about the heartbreak of losing her child to heat and a closed car.
Thursday, May 9 2013 5:32 PM EDT2013-05-09 21:32:48 GMT
Police are searching for three men in connection with a murder earlier this week. The victim died after struggling with robbers who tried to come in his home.
Police are searching for three men in connection with a murder earlier this week. The victim died after struggling with robbers who tried to come in his home.
Thursday, May 2 2013 12:49 PM EDT2013-05-02 16:49:10 GMT
As plans move ahead for a new Falcons stadium, church pastors are calling attention to the struggling neighborhoods near the proposed stadium site. Some of those church pastors met in northwest Atlanta on Thursday.
As plans move ahead for a new Falcons stadium, church pastors are calling attention to the struggling neighborhoods near the proposed stadium site. Some of those church pastors met in northwest Atlanta on Thursday.
Tuesday, April 23 2013 5:44 PM EDT2013-04-23 21:44:01 GMT
A roaming black bear has left a woman fearing for her safety in her home in Dawsonsville.
A roaming black bear has left a woman fearing for her safety in her home in Dawsonsville. Stella Wanita Millsapps says the 400-pound unwanted guest has tried to break into her home almost every night.
Friday, April 19 2013 5:56 PM EDT2013-04-19 21:56:34 GMT
Investigators are trying to find out whether there's a link between the two brothers suspected in the Boston Marathon bombings and any other groups.
Investigators are trying to find out whether there's a link between the two brothers suspected in the Boston Marathon bombings and any other groups. FOX 5's Paul Yates talked with an Emory University professor about the brothers' origins in a part of Russia.
Thursday, April 18 2013 7:04 AM EDT2013-04-18 11:04:37 GMT
Georgians have watched the gun debate in Washington with a mixture of frustration and concern.
The Senate rejected a bipartisan effort to expand federal background checks to firearms buyers on Wednesday. Georgians have watched the gun debate in Washington with a mixture of frustration and concern.
Tuesday, March 26 2013 8:50 PM EDT2013-03-27 00:50:15 GMT
Georgia lawmakers face big differences on ethics legislation as the General Assembly nears a conclusion. Some conservative groups strongly object to one part of proposed rules on lobbying from the state House.
Georgia lawmakers face big differences on ethics legislation as the General Assembly nears a conclusion. Some conservative groups strongly object to one part of proposed rules on lobbying from the state House.
Wednesday, March 20 2013 6:02 PM EDT2013-03-20 22:02:39 GMT
Advocates for allowing guns on Georgia college campuses hope new action at the state Capitol will improve their chances.
Advocates for allowing guns on Georgia college campuses hope new action at the state Capitol will improve their chances. The advance of so-called "campus carry" legislation comes as lawmakers move into the final days of this year's session.
Monday, March 11 2013 6:14 PM EDT2013-03-11 22:14:25 GMT
A new advertising campaign is underway to bring horse racing to Georgia.
A new advertising campaign is underway to bring horse racing to Georgia. The effort begins as supporters acknowledge they'll have to wait until next year to try to get a horse racing referendum on the ballot for voters.
Friday, March 8 2013 5:54 PM EST2013-03-08 22:54:22 GMT
Georgia gun rights advocates are savoring a big victory at the state Capitol.
Georgia gun rights advocates are savoring a big victory at the state Capitol. They helped win state House passage of a measure expanding the areas where guns can be carried. However, the final outcome remains unclear.
Wednesday, March 6 2013 5:45 PM EST2013-03-06 22:45:31 GMT
State lawmakers have approved some repair work on Georgia's new car tax system. Because of an oversight, car leases wound up with a double tax in the new car tag law.
State lawmakers have approved some repair work on Georgia's new car tax system. Because of an oversight, car leases wound up with a double tax in the new car tag law.
Thursday, February 28 2013 5:38 PM EST2013-02-28 22:38:34 GMT
If you recently bought a car or plan to any time soon, a new law going into effect on Friday could apply to you.
If you recently bought a car or plan to any time soon, a new law going into effect on Friday could apply to you. The new law gradually gets rid of the widely disliked "birthday tax "on cars, but imposes a car title fee.
Wednesday, February 27 2013 5:56 PM EST2013-02-27 22:56:08 GMT
Representatives of air traffic controllers and TSA screeners predict big delays at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport from federal spending cuts, but some airline passengers wonder about that.
Representatives of air traffic controllers and TSA screeners predict big delays at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport from federal spending cuts, but some airline passengers wonder about that.
Friday, February 22 2013 6:10 PM EST2013-02-22 23:10:08 GMT
The outcome for a bill at the state Capitol could affect how quickly cell towers are built and where they are located. The measure's sponsor hopes for a vote soon in the state House.
The outcome for a bill at the state Capitol could affect how quickly cell towers are built and where they are located. The measure's sponsor hopes for a vote soon in the state House.
Tuesday, February 19 2013 6:52 PM EST2013-02-19 23:52:41 GMT
Two of the officers arrested in a year-long federal probe were sergeants at the Forest Park Police Department.
Two of the officers arrested in a year-long federal probe were sergeants at the Forest Park Police Department. Authorities accuse Sgt. Victor Middlebrook and Sgt. Andrew Monroe of protecting drug dealers for cash. Forest Park Police Chief Dwayne says he is concerned about the impact the case will have on his department.
Monday, February 18 2013 5:37 PM EST2013-02-18 22:37:57 GMT
Georgia legislators are considering two gun bills aimed at removing carry restrictions. The State House Public Safety Committee held a hearing Monday on the proposed gun legislation.
Georgia legislators are considering two gun bills aimed at removing carry restrictions. The State House Public Safety Committee held a hearing Monday on the proposed gun legislation.
Wednesday, February 13 2013 6:13 PM EST2013-02-13 23:13:16 GMT
In his State of the Union address on Tuesday, President Barack Obama called for raising the federal minimum wage.
In his State of the Union address on Tuesday, President Barack Obama called for raising the federal minimum wage. The president says that step would help pull many working Americans out of poverty, but others warn it would cost jobs.
Monday, February 11 2013 6:42 PM EST2013-02-11 23:42:58 GMT
A new bill would allow school officers to carry guns in Georgia elementary schools. It's the second measure introduced this year affecting guns and schools.
A new bill would allow school officers to carry guns in Georgia elementary schools. It's the second measure introduced this year affecting guns and schools.
Wednesday, February 6 2013 7:41 PM EST2013-02-07 00:41:54 GMT
Georgia lawmakers continue their efforts to reduce gun restrictions in the state, but Republican leaders under the Gold Dome are reluctant to move forward with big changes this year.
Georgia lawmakers continue their efforts to reduce gun restrictions in the state, but Republican leaders under the Gold Dome are reluctant to move forward with big changes this year.
Friday, February 1 2013 6:49 PM EST2013-02-01 23:49:55 GMT
The Georgia Secretary of State says his office is continuing to investigate election problems in Fulton County.
The Georgia Secretary of State says his office is continuing to investigate election problems in Fulton County. The state is looking into more than 100 voter complaints stemming the county's management of last fall's general election.
Tuesday, January 29 2013 7:24 PM EST2013-01-30 00:24:55 GMT
House Speaker David Ralston said on Tuesday that the state should ban lobbyist spending on elected officials.
House Speaker David Ralston said on Tuesday that the state should ban lobbyist spending on elected officials. The Republican leader has introduced legislation at the state Capitol that also expands the definition of a lobbyist.
Monday, January 28 2013 5:23 PM EST2013-01-28 22:23:42 GMT
Some relief may be coming for small business owners and others who have faced an unintended consequence of Georgia's immigration law.
Some relief may be coming for small business owners and others who have faced an unintended consequence of Georgia's immigration law. They've seen big delays in obtaining and renewing professional licenses.
Thursday, January 24 2013 6:22 PM EST2013-01-24 23:22:53 GMT
Have you ever talked on a cell phone while you were driving? If you're being honest, the answer is probably yes.
Have you ever talked on a cell phone while you were driving? If you're being honest, the answer is probably yes. But one state lawmaker is pushing for a bill that would ban hand-held cell phone use while driving.
Tuesday, January 22 2013 6:02 PM EST2013-01-22 23:02:13 GMT
Governor Nathan Deal says the state still hopes to reach an agreement soon for a new Atlanta Falcons stadium, but questions on paying for the new facility continue to hang over the talks.
Governor Nathan Deal says the state still hopes to reach an agreement soon for a new Atlanta Falcons stadium, but questions on paying for the new facility continue to hang over the talks.
Wednesday, January 16 2013 5:16 AM EST2013-01-16 10:16:02 GMT
Lawmakers at the state Capitol could debate an expansion of gun rights. The sponsor of a bill involving guns and school security introduced his measure as the General Assembly went into session this week.
Lawmakers at the state Capitol could debate an expansion of gun rights. The sponsor of a bill involving guns and school security introduced his measure as the General Assembly went into session this week.
Friday, January 11 2013 5:32 PM EST2013-01-11 22:32:46 GMT
A proposed new stadium for the Atlanta Falcons will be an issue for state lawmakers when they go back into session on Monday.
A proposed new stadium for the Atlanta Falcons will be an issue for state lawmakers when they go back into session on Monday. The General Assembly will need to approve a key step for the stadium deal to work.
Wednesday, January 9 2013 6:37 PM EST2013-01-09 23:37:27 GMT
A call to expand gun rights in Georgia will go before state lawmakers this year. One bill could revive the debate on allowing guns to be carried on college campuses.As a leader of Georgia Tech Students
A call to expand gun rights in Georgia will go before state lawmakers this year. One bill could revive the debate on allowing guns to be carried on college campuses.As a leader of Georgia Tech Students
Friday, January 4 2013 8:53 AM EST2013-01-04 13:53:28 GMT
It was once the tallest building in north Georgia. The five story building that belonged to the New Manchester Manufacturing Company was vital to the area during the 1800s, and during the Civil War.
It was once the tallest building in north Georgia. The five story building that belonged to the New Manchester Manufacturing Company was vital to the area during the 1800s, and during the Civil War. All that remains of the building today is a shell.
Thursday, January 3 2013 5:32 PM EST2013-01-03 22:32:53 GMT
Marietta police are joining school authorities to put their school safety plans to the test.
Marietta police are joining school authorities to put their school safety plans to the test. Classes and drills are scheduled for the school system, and things got underway with a workshop at Marietta High School on Thursday.
