Empire State Building climbers: Who are the 'Skywalkers?'
The couple who climbed on top of the Empire State Building are known “rooftoppers," Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus.
The couple who climbed on top of the Empire State Building are known “rooftoppers," Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus.
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ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A car fire had a few northbound lanes of I-75 in Atlanta blocked Wednesday afternoon.The car was burning on the right shoulder near Mt. Paran Road, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). Two right lanes were initially closed. All lanes ha...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — North Georgia is in the grip of dangerous heat that is also sparking some strong storms.Today marks another First Alert Weather Day for heat and storms, with heat index values climbing to 100-105 degrees this afternoon. A heat advisory is in effect for northwes...
How online platforms can affect our children, and what can be done about it, brought state leaders together on Tuesday.Channel 2’s Lori Wilson was at the meeting, where the Georgia General Assembly’s Blue Ribbon Committee worked on how they plan to make a difference.At the meeting, subject matter...
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (Gray News) - A New Mexico zoo is highlighting one of its siamangs, named Eve, after she took in a baby robin that found its way into her habitat. ABQ BioPark shared the cute video last month of the two interacting. Megan Agena, a member of the zoo’s primate care team, said Eve’...
4:29 p.m. - Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Carroll, Douglas, and Fulton counties until 5:00 p.m.4:20 p.m. - Flash Flood Warning for Union County until 10:15 p.m.4:19 p.m. - Severe Weather Team 2 Chief Meteorologist Brad Nitz: Severe thunderstorm warning for parts of Fulton, Cobb, Douglas, and Pa...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A man who allegedly threatened a taxi driver with a knife in Gwinnett County has been arrested, police said. On May 10, a taxi driver picked up 24-year-old Dimas Adalberto Rodas Hercules and drove him to a home on Shenta Oak Drive in the Norcross area, accordin...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Cobb County commissioners have announced public meetings for residents to weigh in on the proposed millage rate for this year.In a press release Wednesday, commissioners said they plan “to increase the property taxes it will levy this year,” above the “rollback...
FIFA Fan Festival goers have packed Centennial Olympic Park. Officials are asking festivalgoers to seek shelter as severe weather heads into Atlanta. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]On Wednesday, Atlanta hosted its first knockout match against England and the Democratic ...
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has also been issued for multiple counties in metro Atlanta and North Georgia. It is in effect until 9 p.m.
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The Atlanta Braves are holding a fundraising campaign for earthquake relief in Venezuela. Through July 12, the Atlanta Braves Foundation will match fan donations dollar-for-dollar up to $25,000. Fans will also be able to bid on a one-of-a-kind painting by artis...
(Gray News) - An 18-month-old baby in New York died after choking on a popcorn kernel while his mother was drinking in another room, according to multiple reports.The toddler, Luke Russell Jr., was found dead after his 3-year-old sister eventually alerted their mother, Olivia Bithorn, that someth...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Looking for something to watch over the Fourth of July weekend? Rotten Tomatoes film expert and founder of Pay or Wait, Sharronda Williams, is sharing her top movie recommendations for the holiday. Whether you’re planning a trip to the theater or a movie marathon at home...
After more than two years of residents filing complaints with the Attorney General’s Office alleging a lack of transparency and violations of the Open Meetings Act by College Park officials, recent city council actions are drawing increased scrutiny from state officials. Senior Assistant Attor...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Award-winning filmmaker and producer Hazel Simpson is proving that success in the film industry doesn’t require a Hollywood address. As CEO of Hazel Visions, Simpson has produced 10 independent films distributed across 14 countries, reaching audiences around the globe. H...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - If soaring temperatures, crowded events, or afternoon storms have you planning to celebrate at home this Independence Day, you don’t have to miss out on the festive spirit. A few simple DIY decorating projects can transform your home into a patriotic celebration that’s p...
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexican health authorities said Wednesday that four people died during massive celebrations in downtown Mexico City after the national team’s victory over Ecuador secured a place in the World Cup Round of 16.Two women and one man were found unconscious on streets near the iconi...
Saturday marks big celebrations for July 4.No matter if it’s rain, shine or things in between, celebrations will be held across the metro Atlanta area. This year’s will be extra special to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.But if you decide you do want to pop off some bottle rockets for to ce...
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/Gray News) - The FBI has joined the search for a missing 4-year-old South Carolina girl.Authorities said Javeayah Kemauni Harris was last seen Tuesday night in Aiken County. She was wearing pink Minnie Mouse pajamas and Crocs.The 4-year-old is about 3 feet 6 inches tall, weighs ...
Walmart associates are receiving a major opportunity to increase pay through a new training hub out of the Tulsa Welding School in Decatur, Georgia.
ATLANTA (AP) — Harry Kane scored two second-half goals to help England rally for a 2-1 victory over Congo and a spot in the round of 16 at the World Cup on Wednesday.England’s all-time leading scorer evened the contest with a header after Brian Cipenga had given Congo a surprising halftime lead. ...
NEW YORK (AP) — Two people got to the top of the Empire State Building’s antenna and unfurled a banner about “the power of love” at midday Wednesday, before descending, embracing, taking selfies and ultimately being arrested.Dressed in black and wearing masks — but not tethers, it appeared — the ...
The Television Academy has announced its 2026 inductees into the Hall of Fame. Read more trending news Seven people will be immortalized in the Hall of Fame next month. They were selected for making “outstanding contributions in the arts, sciences or management of television over a lifetime caree...
The FBI believes three ransom notes connected to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie are fake, according to a report from Reuters.
Editor’s note: The video above is from an earlier report. ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The family of NFL player Calais Campbell released a statement after the stabbing death of his mother in Buckhead, saying they were devastated to lose their matriarch.Atlanta police were called to the hom...
Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to a barricade situation in a Villa Rica neighborhood Wednesday afternoon. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]According to Villa Rica police, a man barricaded himself inside a home in the Liberty Pointe subdivision off Connors Roa...
The heat and humidity will send afternoon heat index values soaring well above 100 degrees across much of North Georgia.
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC/Gray News) — A 9-month-old baby in Alabama died after being left home alone for eight hours, officials said.The baby’s mother, 29-year-old Ja’keisa Knox, is facing a felony child abuse charge.According to investigators, Knox called 911 around 4 p.m. Tuesday after returning ...
A boil water advisory was issued to two metro Atlanta cities after a power outage impacted a water pumping station.According to the Atlanta Department of Watershed Management, the Adamsville Pump Station had a power outage and homes and businesses in parts of Fairburn and South Fulton are encoura...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Harry Kane scored two second-half goals to help England rally for a 2-1 victory over Congo and a spot in the round of 16 at the World Cup on Wednesday.England’s all-time leading scorer evened the contest with a header after Brian Cipenga had given Congo a surpr...
Two federal judges have struck down an order that would have changed the U.S. Department of Education’s public service student loan forgiveness program. Read more trending news U.S. District Judge Myong Joun said the changes overstepped the DOE’s power and threatened to go against the First Amend...
The Justice Department has ordered federal prosecutors to prioritize “birth tourism” cases, signaling a quiet demur to the Supreme Court’s decision.
Atlanta police released the 911 call and mug shot connected to the Buckhead homicide investigation involving the family of former Falcons player Calais Campbell.
The brother of a former Atlanta Falcons player has been charged in the death of their mother at the family’s Buckhead townhome. Fulton County Jail records confirmed that Ciarre Campbell was booked after midnight on charges of murder, aggravated assault and possession of a knife. He waived his fir...
Out Front Theatre, Atlanta’s LGBTQ+ theater company, has announced the show lineup for its 11th season. The 2026/27 season kicks off in October in time for Atlanta Pride with “Once Upon a One More Time,” a campy musical setting the fairy tale stories we all know and love to the music of Britne...
Wildlife officials in Washington state cited four people for hiding 21 Dungeness crabs in pouches sewn into their clothing.Read more trending newsAccording to the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife Police, a wildlife officer saw a man put a live crab into the hood of a woman’s jacke...
Two people scaled to the top of the Empire State Building and hung a banner from the antenna more than a thousand feet above the ground. Read more trending news WCBS reported that the people were wearing masks and unfurled a banner that read, “When the power of love beats the love of power, the w...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Police said a man who barricaded himself in his Villa Rica home is in custody after an hours-long standoff with officers Wednesday.Shortly after 9 a.m., Villa Rica police officers responded to the Liberty Pointe subdivision after a resident there called 911 to ...
The City of Atlanta is investigating a fish kill in the South River due to a potential chemical release at a water reclamation center on June 29. This is the second fish kill since May 20, when severe flash floods caused an estimated 6 million gallons of sewage and stormwater to overflow into...
The couple who climbed on top of the Empire State Building are known “rooftoppers," Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus.
A joint law-enforcement investigation into alleged illegal dogfighting has led to the arrest of a Georgia man, according to state officials.[DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]The Georgia Department of Agriculture announced the arrest of Robert James Hester on Wednesday.Auth...
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