Marc Teichner
Marc Teichner joined FOX 5 Atlanta in 1998, coming from sister station WBRC in Birmingham, Alabama. He's on the scene while most of us are still deep in sleep. Marc breaks overnight news on Good Day Atlanta.
A self-professed night owl, Marc enjoys the graveyard shift because it allows him to cover lead stories on a daily basis. Also, he values being a part of the tight-knit overnight team.
Marc may be best known for being the only reporter in the Fulton County Courthouse during the March 2005 shootings involving Brian Nichols, but that's not the only big story Marc has covered. He also reported on the Birmingham abortion clinic bombing and the search for Eric Robert Rudolph. Marc continued to follow the Rudolph story through the arrest and conviction of the serial bomber
Graduating with honors from Beloit College, Marc went on to Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism for his master’s degree. He took his first on-air job at WIFR in Rockford, Illinois and then moved to WBBH in Fort Myers, Florida. Growing up in Boston, Marc was a ski instructor and still tries to hit the slopes at least one week during the winter. He also likes playing golf but has yet to achieve his goal of breaking 80. Marc enjoys family time with his wife, Andrea, and his son, Alex.
The latest from Marc Teichner
Firefighters shot at while responding to 911 call
Anthony Bell faces multiple aggravated assault charges after allegedly firing shots at Atlanta firefighters during a domestic dispute call on University Avenue.
Multiple overnight shootings under investigation in DeKalb, Brookhaven
Police are investigating several overnight shootings across DeKalb County and Brookhaven, including incidents at an apartment complex, a fast-food restaurant and a grocery store parking lot.
19-year-old shot, killed at NW Atlanta gas station
Police are investigating after a 19-year-old was shot and killed at a gas station in northwest Atlanta late Wednesday night.
Four teens shot in southwest Atlanta, no arrests
Four teenagers were shot Sunday night in southwest Atlanta, prompting an active investigation by police.
Georgia Sine Die 2026: Budget, state income tax reduction passes
The Georgia General Assembly has ended its 2026 session.
Multiple dead, several injured in rash of metro Atlanta shootings
Police are investigating a violent wave of gunfire across the city that left at least two men dead and five others injured in three separate Monday night incidents.
Braves return to Truist Park for 60th anniversary home opener
The Atlanta Braves return to Truist Park tonight for their 2024 home opener against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
First grader dies in 'accidental' DeKalb shooting, family says
DeKalb County police are investigating the tragic death of a seven-year-old boy following what appears to be an accidental shooting overnight.
Gainesville officer shot, suspect dead after shootout Thursday night
A Gainesville police officer was shot while responding to a 911 call, but survived after protective gear helped stop the bullet.
Atlanta police to teens: Stay away or face arrest this weekend
Atlanta police and metro agencies are increasing patrols after social media intel suggested "teen takeovers" are planned for this weekend.