ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A large fire broke out overnight at a business in Cobb County, destroying the structure.Crews responded about 2 a.m. Thursday to the blaze, which occurred at Silk World Inc., located at 1935 Veterans Memorial Highway in Austell.Heavy black smoke was visible fro...
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A fire destroyed a florist’s warehouse in Cobb County on Thursday morning. Firefighters shut down the road where the business is located for hours to battle the blaze. The Austell Fire Department and Cobb County Fire Department responded to fire at Silk World, Inc. on Veterans Memorial Highway ar...
Two people, including a 13-year-old, are dead after a shooting in a DeKalb County neighborhood Thursday morning. There is a large police investigation underway on Rockcliff Road near Bouldercrest Road. We’re working to learn more about the victims for Channel 2 Action News starting at 4:00 p.m.Ch...
The heat wave and summer storm pattern won’t end on Thursday.An extreme heat warning will be in effect for northwest Georgia. This is the first extreme heat warning since last July. Heat index values up to 111 degrees will be possible in these areas. The rest of metro Atlanta and much of north Ge...
(Aging Untold) — Caregiving doesn’t discriminate. Rob Lowe and his brothers cared for their mother through stage 4 breast cancer. Queen Latifah cared for her late mother, who had a rare autoimmune disease. Money and fame may change resources, but they don’t erase the emotional weight of caring fo...
A documentary about Atlanta’s tree canopy has caught the attention of lawmakers in Brookhaven, a metro Atlanta city that takes great measures to protect the environment through law and conservation. “The Tree Economy,” a film by James Schroeder, explores how urban planning has sped up the loss...
Actor Frankie Muniz and his wife Paige are divorcing after a decade together, the actor announced in a social media post.Read more trending news The “Malcolm in the Middle” star, 40, and Paige Muniz confirmed the split in a joint Instagram post on Wednesday.Frankie Muniz, 40, wrote that they made...
The lifeguards are going back to the beach with a new reboot to the classic “Baywatch” series. Read more trending news Fox released a new teaser trailer for the series, showing Stephen Amell, Jessica Belkin, and Noah Beck running across the sand, then later joined by Hassie Harrison, saying it’s ...
(Aging Untold) — Scams targeting older adults rarely begin with an obvious threat. More often, they start with a friendly face, a helpful offer and a gradual erosion of boundaries. The Aging Untold experts are shedding light on what families and caregivers should look out for and what you can do ...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Atlanta police are seeking the public’s help in catching a female suspect they say was caught on security camera stealing a motorized scooter.The alleged theft, which took place on June 22, occurred in a building at 300 Peachtree NE, the address of the Peachtre...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Several new Georgia laws took effect July 1, 2026, targeting school literacy, contractor licensing, HOA oversight, elder financial exploitation, school zone speed cameras and signal jammers. Here’s a breakdown of what’s changing and how it could impact you.Geor...
(Gray News) - The FDA reclassified a major potato chip recall to the agency’s highest level due to a potential salmonella risk.The recall involving Zapp’s and Dirty potato chips is now a Class 1 recall, according to the FDA. A Class 1 classification is the agency’s highest warning level and is us...
Following the two arrests of Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch, a group of concerned residents applied for him to be recalled from office.According to the application, a copy of which was shared with Channel 2 Action News, the residents seeking his removal from office via recall say his two arrest...
Miley Cyrus realized a longtime dream when the singer got her first look at her own Barbie doll, which was released by toy-making giant Mattel this week.Read more trending news The "Barbie Signature Miley Cyrus Doll" was unveiled by Mattel on Tuesday. It was inspired by the Grammy Award winner’s ...
USA! Thursday, July 2 — Harry Kane scored twice in the final 15 minutes to lift England past Congo DR 2-1 in Atlanta yesterday, sending the Three Lions into the round of 16, where they now face Mexico in Mexico City on Sunday. In other action, Belgium beat Senegal, and the U.S. eliminated Bosn...
Two people, including a juvenile, were killed in a shooting early Thursday morning in DeKalb County, police said.
Country music star Jillian Cardarelli has shared with her fans that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Read more trending news Her life’s trajectory changed on a dime only a few weeks ago. She was celebrating her five-year wedding anniversary with husband Brian Parker, was writing new mus...
A recall effort has been launched against Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch.
Clayton County police say they have located the mother of a young child found alone early Thursday.
One person was found dead after a house fire in Hart County on Monday night, according to Hart County Sheriff's Office.
Visitors have praised the city's atmosphere, transportation and hospitality, while heat, crowds and sold-out events have created challenges.
On the same day U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell was hospitalized last month, paramedics responded to a report of a “cardiac arrest” for an “unconscious” person at a known address for the Republican from Kentucky, according to police scanner audio.Read more trending news NBC News and CBS News cited a pu...
Fireworks on July 4 are part of the holiday celebration, but the sounds of them going off can be unsettling for humans and pets.>> Read more trending news Many animals are scared by fireworks, and pet owners may find their pets struggling to cope, either by freezing or running away.At least 40% o...
When temperatures increase, so does the risk of developing a heat-related illness. It is best to know what to look out for before you get yourself into a dangerous situation.Read more trending news Heat exhaustion can make you feel like you’re tired, weak or dizzy. You can sweat heavily, feel nau...
UPDATE: The child’s mother has been safely located and reunited with her son, Clayton County police said.ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The Clayton County Police Department is asking for help finding the missing parents of a child.The boy, who was found safe by officers in the 3000 block of ...
The Clayton County Police Department has reunited a child with his mother after they located the boy around approximately 4:19 a.m. Thursday.He was kept safe and in the care of the Clayton County Police Department.[DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]Police say they believe h...
FRACKVILLE, Pa. (Gray News) – A state trooper was killed in the line of duty Wednesday while conducting a commercial vehicle inspection along Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. Trooper Michael E. Pahira, 44, was inspecting a tractor-trailer in front of his marked patrol unit, which...
The U.S. men’s national soccer team advanced to the round of 16 at the World Cup on Wednesday, shutting out Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0.The knockout-round victory was tempered by the loss of star striker Folarin Balogun, who was shown a red card after a second-half collision with the Bosnian defender....
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — DeKalb County police are investigating after a man and a juvenile were shot dead.Officers descended on a home early Thursday in the 2000 block of Rockcliff Road SE.Police have not said whether they are searching for a suspect nor have they identified the victim...
In this week’s Quick Bites, get updates on restaurant openings at Pittsburgh Yards and in Midtown, restaurant closures in Chamblee and Duluth, and Joystick Gamebar’s upcoming departure from Edgewood Avenue. (Don’t worry, the popular gaming bar plans to reopen elsewhere.) We’ve also got intel on s...
Details remain hazy, but it appears that pop superstar Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce will hold their wedding on Friday night, The Associated Press reported.Read more trending news A law enforcement official briefed on the security plans for the event spoke to the AP o...
The Marietta Planning and Zoning Commission revisited plans Wednesday night for a proposed data center on Powers Ferry Place.
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Excessive heat continues today with another threat for late-day storms across north Georgia and metro Atlanta. THURSDAY: WHAT TO EXPECTScattered storms will begin developing by mid-afternoon, particularly in the far northeast portion of the state. Additional st...
A fire heavily damaged a wholesale silk flower business in Cobb County early Thursday morning.
A man riding a scooter was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle in Midtown Atlanta early Thursday morning.
A person was shot early Thursday morning in southwest Atlanta, according to Atlanta police.
The FOX 5 Storm Team is tracking dangerous, stifling heat and an incoming round of severe storms poised to bring damaging winds and heavy downpours.
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A large fire broke out overnight at a business in Cobb County, destroying the structure.Crews responded about 2 a.m. Thursday to the blaze, which occurred at Silk World Inc., located at 1935 Veterans Memorial Highway in Austell.Heavy black smoke was visible fro...
MESA, Ariz. (AZFamily/Gray News) - An Arizona father is facing charges after he allegedly left his disabled adult son in a bathtub for seven weeks.Melvin Shimkus, 52, was booked on one count of vulnerable adult abuse and is being held on a $12,000 bond. He is accused of leaving his 31-year-old so...
Severe Weather Team 2 Chief Meteorologist Brad Nitz tracked storms across parts of north Georgia and the metro Atlanta area on Wednesday.A Severe Thunderstorm Watch was issued by the National Weather Service until 9 p.m. It was allowed to expire. LIVE UPDATES:6:09 p.m. - The severe thunderstorm w...
MOULTON, Ala. (WAFF/Gray News) - An Alabama man is facing charges of manslaughter and driving under the influence after an April crash that killed a mother and three of her children.Garrett Nix, 35, was indicted by a grand jury Monday on four counts of manslaughter, assault, DUI and other traffic...
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