Person shot after ‘escalating dispute’, Atlanta police says
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A person is recovering following an overnight shooting in Atlanta, according to police. Atlanta Police Department Capt. Ellis said officers responded to a person shot call on 210 Auburn Ave. NE around 1:29 a.m. Sunday. When they arrived, they found the victim suffering from...
Fight for justice continues with vigil, balloon release for Malachi Mitchell
Family and friends of 21-year-old Malachi Mitchell gathered for a vigil and balloon release to honor him and demand justice. Malachi was found shot dead in a car in Douglas County, but the driver, identified as the shooter, has not been arrested. Mitchell's mother says she will continue to seek...
Georgia Losing A Dozen Of It’s Favorite Craft Stores
A well-known retail chain with locations throughout Georgia is preparing to close several stores as part of a sweeping round of nationwide shutdown.
14-year-old stabs brother over video game, Atlanta police say
ATLANTA - A 14-year-old boy was accused of stabbing his older brother over a video game early Saturday morning. It happened in the residential area of Scott Street SW in Atlanta before 6:30 a.m. Saturday. Police said that's where they found an 18-year-old man with a superficial stab wound on...
Large police presence in downtown Atlanta on Marietta Street
ATLANTA - Atlanta police swarmed Marietta Street in downtown Atlanta late Saturday night. There's still not much known about what brought law enforcement to the area. Officials have not confirmed any information about the incident. Neighbors who watched the chaos unfold captured video that appeared to show one...
Jail monitor announced to oversee improvement efforts at Fulton County Jail
After the many issues surrounding the Fulton County Jail, a monitor was announced on Friday by the U.S. District Court.
‘Armed and dangerous’ shooting suspect could be in Atlanta
Sergio Ramirez Gonzalez is wanted for a Friday night shooting in Jasper County.
Traffic stop leads to the arrest of 2 men after shooting in East Point
East Point Police say they have arrested two men in a shooting that occurred Friday evening.
Malachi Mitchell’s mom says she won’t stop until she gets justice
Friends and family of Malachi Mitchell, the 21-year-old found dead in the front seat of a car during a traffic stop in Douglas County gathered at Rodney Cook Senior Park for a balloon release and vigil to honor him. His mother, Kenya Mitchell, spoke live with FOX 5 Atlanta reporter Eric Mock.
Spirit Airlines Atlanta airport brawl
A massive brawl at Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport was caught on camera. The viral video shows a group of people fighting in front of what appears to be a Spirit Airlines flight gate.
