Annie Mapp
Annie Mapp is a bilingual journalist who joined FOX 5 in October 2025. Originally from Mississippi, her career as a reporter has taken her across the country to Myrtle Beach, Birmingham, Tampa, and Los Angeles.
Throughout her journey, Annie has covered a wide range of major stories, from the landfall of Hurricane Ian in Florida to the devastating wildfires that displaced thousands of Californians. She has also reported on high-profile court cases such as the resentencing trial of the Menendez brothers and was on the front lines when President Trump deployed the National Guard to Los Angeles.
When she’s not chasing stories, Annie loves spending time outdoors with her dog Benji and cheering on all things Ole Miss.
The latest from Annie Mapp
DeKalb woman killed by ex-boyfriend after repeat abuse, family says
A family is speaking out about domestic violence after a woman was shot and killed Sunday afternoon on Martins Crossing Road. DeKalb County police arrested her ex-boyfriend following a brief search that ended at a home on Summit Lake Drive.
$5K reward now offered after man disappears in East Point
Authorities offer a $5,000 reward for tips regarding East Point resident Derek Samuel, missing since April 30.
Georgia primary election: Voters head to polls Tuesday
Races include contests for governor, the Republican primary for U.S. Senate and Secretary of State races in both parties.
Hoax threat prompts Zoo Atlanta evacuation
Zoo Atlanta was evacuated Saturday after a hoax threat.
Neighbors 'fed up' with growing tent community in Mechanicsville
A Mechanicsville homeowner says a homeless encampment on Cooper Street is disrupting the neighborhood and remains unaddressed by the City of Atlanta.
Kemp signs HB 369: Metro Atlanta counties face nonpartisan shift
Gov. Brian Kemp signed HB 369, requiring nonpartisan elections for specific offices in five of Georgia’s most populous counties despite pushback from local leaders.
Atlanta tattoo artist says he was shot twice while riding scooter
A tattoo artist was released from the hospital Tuesday morning after being shot several times during an alleged ambush in southeast Atlanta.
East Point man disappears after leaving Target
An East Point family is pleading for help to find 20-year-old Derek Samuel who vanished nearly two weeks ago while shopping with friends.
Tesla camera captures wrong-way driver on I-75 in Atlanta
Derrell Ricardo sat in church this Mother’s Day with a heavy sense of gratitude, reflecting on a split-second decision on Interstate 75 that he believes saved his life after he encountered a driver traveling in the wrong direction.
I-285 construction: Major detours planned, what to expect
Transportation officials are warning drivers to prepare for a total shutdown of all lanes on a section of I-285 this Mother’s Day weekend.