Extreme heat threatens holiday fun across metro Atlanta
Experts say don't wait until you're thirsty—start hydrating now, wear sunscreen, limit alcohol and take breaks in the shade.
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Everything you need to know about the 2026 Peachtree Road Race
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Held on America’s 250th birthday, this year’s Peachtree Road Race is going to be special! Known as the world’s largest 10K, the 57th running of the race is expected to bring tens of thousands of runners to Midtown Atlanta. Whether you’re a participant or want t...
🍑 On your mark
Hydrate Friday, July 3 — Today is the state and federal observance of tomorrow’s Fourth of July holiday, so the banks, post offices, and stock market are all closed. Partly cloudy and 92° today, with a stray afternoon shower possible. This weekend will also see temperatures in the 90s, wi...
Someone used her Social Security number, she almost lost Medicaid coverage
MESA (InvestigateTV) — A Mesa woman’s health coverage was at risk after someone used her Social Security number to work at an oil field in Texas.Corina has been on disability since 1999. The state asked her to confirm new income in Odessa, Texas.“Someone was using my Social Security number. That’...
Navigating the ‘double-decker sandwich’ when both sets of parents need care
(Aging Untold) — Caring for one aging parent is hard. Caring for two sets of parents — yours and your spouse’s — at the same time can feel impossible. Add in jobs, children, distance and the emotional weight of watching the people you love decline, and what you have isn’t just a logistics problem...
Body cam footage released of deadly alligator attack response
The Seminole County Sheriff’s Office released new body camera video showing the moments first responders arrived after a deadly alligator attack that claimed the life of a 31-year-old Orlando woman.WFTV in Orlando reports the heavily redacted video shows the first deputy arriving at the scene wit...
Who stole a 7-foot eagle? Georgia deputies want answers
A 7-foot-tall eagle statue weighing up to 200 pounds was stolen from a Catoosa County property.
What a Georgia doctor wants you to know about staying safe in the heat
Dangerous heat is expected to continue across much of Georgia through the Fourth of July weekend, with heat advisories in effect for much of north and central Georgia and heat index values climbing into the triple digits. That means people planning to attend fireworks, cookouts or events like ...
Atlanta Braves sign veteran outfielder Andrew McCutchen to minor-league deal
The Atlanta Braves made a couple of roster moves on Thursday, including signing a former National League MVP.Andrew McCutchen agreed to a minor-league contract with the Braves on Thursday. Terms of the deal were not announced. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]McCutchen is...
Why Georgia matters in America's Fourth of July story
Behind the celebrations is a story that began nearly 250 years ago—and Georgia played a bigger role than many people realize.
From poutine to barbecue, local cuisines give World Cup fans another reason to cheer
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Former NBA star Malik Beasley pleads not guilty to gambling charges
Malik Beasley’s lawyer said the indicted former NBA star “wants to move on with his life” after pleading not guilty Wednesday to charges that he altered his play in certain games in 2024 to enrich sports bettors and ease his own debts.Beasley, the latest big name caught up in a sweeping federal g...
Pedigree dog food recalled for possible metal and plastic contamination
(Gray News) – Some canned Pedigree dog food has been voluntarily recalled for possible metal and plastic contamination. The recall includes cans of High Protein Chopped Chicken and Duck Flavor for dogs with lot codes 613C3KKCFC and 613C1KKCFC, according to the FDA.The FDA said the dog food “appea...
Every Acre Matters: Georgia Conservancy’s New Strategic Plan
Venture anywhere across our great state and you’ll see signs of change. Whether it’s industrial warehouses, new subdivisions, or transportation projects, our landscape is changing—and fast. Atlanta is no stranger to this growth, fueled by low-intensity development. But now this change is accel...
Share the Shore with Georgia’s seabirds and shorebirds this holiday weekend!
By Sarah Cantwell and Sarah Manning, Birds Georgia America’s 250th birthday isn’t the only thing being celebrated this weekend – we’re celebrating birds! Seabird and shorebird chicks are incubating, hatching, and fledging all along Georgia’s coast. We’re monitoring their success on o...
MLK Jr. Birth Home reopens in Atlanta after restoration
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‘Maddie’s Secret’ pays homage to melodrama and its queer history
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Did you miss these June 2026 Atlanta restaurant openings?
Restaurant openings exploded in June as Atlanta prepared to host tens of thousands of soccer fans for the World Cup. Nearly 40 restaurants and bars opened for business around Atlanta and the metro area in June. Close to 20 new restaurants and bars were also announced for the coming months. Ch...
Peachtree Road Race 2026: List of road closures in Buckhead, Midtown
Tens of thousands of runners will participate in the Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race through Buckhead and Midtown Atlanta on Saturday.Now in its 57th year, it’s the world’s largest 10-kilometer road race. This year, it will have runners from all 50 states and 30 countries.With the large cr...
Woman rescued from DeKalb pool, rushed to hospital
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Two charged after 19-year-old killed at Cobb apartments
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Georgia roads will be packed. Here's how to beat the traffic
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‘Minions & Monsters’ is for cinephiles with kids, and no one else
About halfway through Pierre Coffin’s “Minions & Monsters,” we see an old-timey news reel. The film is set in the 1920s, and the news reel tells us a few important things about the time we find ourselves in: the economy is thriving, everyone is happier than ever, and the minions are the biggest d...
Extreme heat threatens holiday fun across metro Atlanta
Experts say don't wait until you're thirsty—start hydrating now, wear sunscreen, limit alcohol and take breaks in the shade.
First Alert Weather Day: Dangerous heat with more scattered PM storms today
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Brutal early summer heat continues into the July 4th holiday weekend across north Georgia and metro Atlanta.A Heat Advisory remains in effect for most of North Georgia through 8 p.m. Saturday. Afternoon heat index values could exceed 105 degrees, with overnight...
Heat advisory in effect now through July 4th; chance of isolated storms today
A heat advisory is in effect again starting Friday and we’ll stay locked under a heat dome for the Fourth of July weekend.The heat advisory will last through 8 p.m. Saturday for much of north Georgia. The combination of heat and humidity will make it feel like it’s 100-105 degrees. Severe Weather...
Severe thunderstorms move out of north Georgia after warnings Thursday
UPDATES6:43 p.m. - A severe thunderstorm warning issued for Fannin and Union counties until 7:15 p.m.6:08 p.m. - A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for Carroll, Douglas, and Paulding counties until 6:45 p.m.The extreme heat is staying with us, and it could trigger isolated but strong to sev...
July 4th, Peachtree Road Race, FIFA: Atlanta gears up for one of busiest weekends of the year
Atlanta is getting ready for one of its busiest holiday weekends of the year. City leaders outlined how they’re preparing to keep the crowds safe, especially with the dangerous heat. The Fourth of July weekend will draw hundreds of thousands of people to Atlanta from the FIFA World Cup events dow...
Don’t leave squishy toys in hot cars. Here’s why
(Gray News/WXIX) – Squishy toys are all the rage right now, but there are serious concerns about leaving them in the heat.Squishy toys, which can be made from soft plastics, rubber, silicone, or other materials, have surged in popularity, driven in part by viral TikTok videos.One store representa...
Woman admits to slashing husband’s throat in his sleep over money problems, sheriff’s office says
ROWAN COUNTY, N.C. (WBTV/Gray News) – A 58-year-old woman was charged after allegedly attempting to kill her husband while he was asleep Tuesday morning, the sheriff’s office said. Authorities said Paula Marlowe admitted to slashing her husband’s throat while he was sleeping around 2:45 a.m. Tues...
Missing child found dead in neighbor’s pool, police say
MENANDS, N.Y. (Gray News) – A missing 7-year-old boy was found dead in a neighbor’s pool, two houses down from where he went missing, police said. Harbe Nagi went missing from a graduation party late Sunday afternoon, WRGB reported. Police said in a statement that the boy was visiting the area an...
15-year-old shot, killed during dog attack, medical examiner says
SUMMIT COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO/Gray News) – A 15-year-old boy was shot and killed during a dog attack in Akron, Ohio, Tuesday. The Summit County medical examiner said the shooting happened about 7:20 p.m. Akron police said a 14-year-old boy went to Josiah Harris’s home to visit. When the 14-year-old a...
2 years after child’s death, mother angry about investigation’s lack of progress: ‘So hurt, I’m mad’
For the first time, family visited the spot police believe Shannon Boswell died. “I don’t even want to really turn because I knew to think of what he went through and to know somebody was here and they had those last moments with him and that’s what hurt,” Tammy Boswell said.It was two years ago ...
Lake Nottely boat fire survivors speak one year later
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — It has been a year of grueling recovery, surgeries and therapies for the survivors of a boat explosion on Lake Nottely on July 4, 2025. “Not great. It hasn’t been easy. Best I can describe it is a challenge, not necessarily. It’s not a bad thing that it’s a cha...
Apartment fire in Atlanta burns third-floor units
A person with mobility issues was assisted from an apartment as a precaution during a fire in northwest Atlanta on Thursday night.This is the same complex where Channel 2’s Ashli Lincoln talked to residents about the landlord’s unpaid gas bill last week.Delondis Taylor has lived at the Fairburn a...
Atlanta bracing for scorching, triple-digit heatwave July 4th weekend
Metro Atlanta is bracing for a sweltering Independence Day weekend as a massive wave of summer heat collides with a packed lineup of July 4th holiday celebrations.
First Alert Weather Day: Dangerous heat dominates into the holiday weekend
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Oppressive heat will be the dominant weather story for North Georgia through the Fourth of July weekend, with heat index values climbing into the triple digits and remaining dangerously high even after sunset. An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect for far n...
Ramos, Ronaldo score as Portugal comes back to beat Croatia 2-1
TORONTO (AP) — Goncalo Ramos headed in the stoppage-time winner as Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 in a wild finish that also included a Croatian goal disallowed for offside just before the final whistle in a World Cup round of 32 match on Thursday night.The game featured a matchup 40-somethings Cristi...
No injuries reported after apartment fire, Atlanta officials say
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — No one was injured after a residential complex caught fire Thursday, Atlanta officials said. Fire officials said the fire happened on the 200 block of Fairburn Road SW. The fire began in a third-floor apartment and spread to the attic and roof. Multiple ladders...
Vehicle overturns near Georgia Tech campus, police say
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Atlanta police said they’re investigating an accident involving an overturned vehicle near the Georgia Tech campus on Thursday night.The accident happened near 678 10th Street NW, blocks away from the campus, according to police.No critical injuries have been r...
US win over Bosnia-Herzegovina most-watched soccer telecast in English language history
(AP) - The United States has World Cup fever.The U.S. match against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Wednesday night was the most-watched soccer telecast in English language history with more than 24.4 million viewers, according to Fox Sports.The peak audience was 31.8 million.The United States won the game...