Lawrenceville man sentenced for fentanyl pills that killed 2 teens
A 24-year-old man will spend 35 years in prison for supplying fentanyl-laced pills that caused the fatal overdoses of two Norcross teenagers.
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FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Clouds increase over the Halloween weekend
After a beautiful stretch of weather, clouds will increase for the weekend ahead of a busier, more active weather pattern next week. Tonight Clouds will slowly increase this evening, but no rain is expected. It’ll be noticeably milder, with overnight lows in the upper 50s to low ...
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Man arrested after home shot up with children inside
A 50-year-old man was arrested Thursday after authorities say he shot up a home in Cherokee County earlier in the week. Taconda Lashad Bush of Cartersville was charged with felony aggravated assault and felony aggravated stalking in connection with drive-by shooting at a home on ...
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Georgia man tries to hide meth in child’s bedroom, deputies say
A Georgia man is facing drug charges after deputies say they discovered what he allegedly did inside a home while trying to avoid arrest. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] Kevin Betts was arrested Wednesday after deputies encountered him and others at a ...
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Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta expands pediatric care across rural Georgia
The 2026 scholars are recognized during a pinning ceremony celebrating their selection for the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Rural Pediatric Scholarship Program, which supports future health care professionals committed to serving rural Georgia. (Photo courtesy of Children’s H...
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No tricks, just contracts: What to ask before buying an extended car warranty
What you’ll learn in this story: No tricks here — the questions that expose a weak extended warranty. That $2,000 treat for the dealer could haunt your car payment with interest. Why your factory warranty might already be the best costume — check if it transfers. ATLANTA, Ga. (At...
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Georgia election 2026: Early voting ends Friday, some wait times up to 90 minutes
Early voting ends Friday for the Nov. 3 election in Georgia. There are dozens of races set for the general election in November. The key statewide races include Georgia Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State and Attorney General. For the federal midterm elections, vote...
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Suspect arrested in deadly shooting of man outside apartment
The McDonough Police Department arrested a suspect Wednesday afternoon after a deadly shooting at The Crest at South Point apartments. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] Officers responded to the complex at about 4 p.m. and found a man outside an apartmen...
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2026 Georgia midterm elections: Major race candidates
Georgia voters have selected their party nominees for these major statewide races, which include the races for U.S. Senate, Governor, Lt. Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State and more....
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Georgia election results: How to stream live FOX 5 Atlanta coverage
Georgia voters will cast ballots Tuesday in critical federal and statewide contests, and FOX 5 Atlanta is rolling out complete, multi-platform coverage....
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Aging Untold: When health changes your sex life, intimacy doesn’t have to disappear
( Aging Untold ) — On this episode of Aging Untold, we address how aging and illness can impact intimacy, sharing practical ways for couples to talk openly and safely navigate sex after a diagnosis. Then, we discuss clinical trials, why older adults are frequently underrepresente...
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Woman who killed relatives with mushrooms loses appeal, will spend life in prison
The Australian woman who was convicted of feeding her relatives deadly mushrooms will spend the rest of her life behind bars after her appeal is denied. In fact, her sentence was made harder. Read more trending news Erica Patterson was sentenced to life in prison with a non-parol...