FOX 5 Atlanta
Atlanta, GA · English · TV & web
FOX 5 Atlanta is a local news outlet based in Atlanta, Georgia, covering regional news, politics, and current events with a focus on Georgia and national stories. It reports on topics such as crime, government actions, and public issues.
- 8 stories today
- 39/day · 7-day avg
- Top beat: Crime
- Tracked since 2026
- 4 Atlanta, GA peers
Today’s stories
- Fulton County Jail perimeter breached: 2 accused in slicing through fenceTwo individuals attempted to breach the Fulton County Jail perimeter by cutting through a fence, leading to the arrest of one suspect and the escape of the other. No inmates were reported to have escaped.
- Gunfire hits apartment: Atlanta veteran leaves public housing over safety fearsA military veteran in West Atlanta left her public housing apartment due to repeated gunfire incidents that traumatized her family, and she is now seeking a safer residence with the help of a new housing voucher.
- Atlanta police vehicle involved in hit-and-run crash on Hamilton E. Holmes DriveAn Atlanta police patrol vehicle was involved in a hit-and-run crash on Hamilton E. Holmes Drive, with no critical injuries reported. The cause and details of the incident are under investigation.
- Pre-trial hearing scheduled for suspended Hall County Sheriff Gerald CouchA pre-trial hearing is scheduled for Tuesday regarding suspended Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch's DUI arrest in February. The hearing will focus on evidence including horizontal gaze nystagmus, blood alcohol, and toxicology results.
- Kennesaw police: Ex-boyfriend disguised as delivery driver shoots manA man was shot by his ex-boyfriend, who disguised himself as a delivery driver and fired through a cardboard box. The suspect, Jacob Kevinsson, was arrested and charged with multiple felonies.
- Former Prince Andrew spotted with bruise covering half his face as mystery injury sparks questionsFormer Prince Andrew was seen with a noticeable bruise on his face, sparking speculation about its cause, while he remains under investigation for misconduct related to Jeffrey Epstein.
- Machete attack leaves one hospitalized on South Stone Mountain Lithonia RoadA machete attack at a Chevron gas station in DeKalb County led to a shooting, resulting in one man being hospitalized with severe injuries. Police are investigating the incident and have not yet identified the attacker or the motive.
- DeKalb County police probe shooting on South Stone Mountain Lithonia RoadDeKalb County police are investigating a shooting at a Chevron gas station in Lithonia, which resulted in one person being hospitalized. The identity of the victim and details of the incident remain unknown.
- Tyrone police chase: 3 men jailed after multi-county pursuitThree men were jailed after a multi-county police chase following a traffic stop, facing drug and financial fraud charges.
- Norcross man convicted of laundering stolen federal tax refundsA Norcross man was convicted of stealing and laundering hundreds of thousands of dollars in fraudulent tax refunds through identity theft.
- Atlanta City Council addresses recent MARTA attacksThe Atlanta City Council questioned the police chief about recent violent crimes on MARTA, which triggered a federal investigation ahead of the FIFA World Cup. Officials are increasing security measures, including additional officers and surveillance.
- Atlanta's World Cup hotel bookings not living up to hype, tourism officials sayAtlanta's World Cup hotel bookings are below expectations, with 240,000 rooms reserved, 86,000 less than last summer, due to delayed ticket distribution and softer demand, though officials remain hopeful for a rebound during semifinals.
- Atlanta veteran shot during Facebook Marketplace saleA Navy veteran was shot in the face during a Facebook Marketplace meeting in Atlanta, leading to hospitalization and a GoFundMe campaign. Police are investigating but have not identified the suspect.
- Judge strikes down $100K H1-B visa feeA federal judge struck down a $100,000 fee for H-1B visas imposed by the Trump administration, ruling it an unlawful tax without congressional approval.
- Witness describes hearing gunfire after DeKalb officer stabbed, suspect shotA DeKalb County police officer was stabbed and injured during an encounter with a suspect, who was critically injured after being shot. A witness heard gunfire and described the incident.