How to pay off your loans early
Paying off a loan with interest early is ideal, but even if you can, your lender may not allow it. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle takes a look at the pre-payment penalty that some lenders may charge you.
DA Willis can stay on Trump case, judge rules
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis can stay on the Trump Georgia election interference case, Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee ruled on Friday.
State fires two child welfare workers over Gwinnett rolling pin beating case
The FOX 5 I-Team has learned Georgia DFCS fired a social worker and her supervisor following the death of 8-year-old Sayra Barros, who police say was beaten to death by her stepmother, Natiela Barros, with a wooden rolling pin. Records show, DFCS received a complaint in November that Sayra's father, Cledir Barros, called her "a demon."
GA cop reinstated after appealing termination for arresting innocent drivers
A Commerce cop fired for repeatedly charging innocent people with DUI is now fighting to regain his job.
I-Team: GA cop reinstated after appealing termination for arresting innocent drivers
By Randy Travis Published March 13, 2024 COMMERCE, Ga - A Commerce cop fired for repeatedly charging innocent people with DUI is now fighting to regain his job. Cody Wood filed his appeal with the city late last month. He’s been put back on paid leave per city policy until his case is resolved. FULL STORY: https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/ga-cop-reinstated-after-appealing-termination-for-arresting-innocent-drivers
Some charges dropped against Trump, associates
Judge Scott McAfee agreed to dismiss six of the 41 charges against former President Donald Trump and his allies in the Fulton County election interference case.
Ways to track price history in response to businesses considering dynamic pricing
The more people who want to jump into the lane, the more it’ll cost you.
The complicated world of dynamic pricing
Fast food chain Wendy's scared folks recently when it said it was looking at having their prices shift on demand. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle takes a look at dynamic pricing and what you can do to get the most out of your money.
STEM careers need solid writers and good communicators
STEM college majors are often highly sought after in the business world. Today's technology-driven world demands it. But don't set aside those humanities majors.
Apple says no to rice
You've probably heard that putting a phone that has fallen into water into a bowl or bag of rice can save it. Apple is finally weighing in and they say don't do it.
Timeline of Fulton County DA Fani Willis - Nathan Wade relationship
The FOX 5 I-Team has put together a timeline of the Willis-Wade relationship.
I-Team: Timeline of Fulton County DA Fani Willis - Nathan Wade relationship
By Randy Travis Published February 29, 2024 ATLANTA - Closing arguments are scheduled for March 1 in a hearing that could decide the future of the Trump election interference case. Attorneys for former President Donald Trump and some of his co-defendants have argued that a romantic relationship between Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and one of her special prosecutors, Nathan Wade, poses a conflict of interest so serious that she should be removed from the case and the indictments. FULL STORY: https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/timeline-fani-willis-nathan-wade-relationship
Georgia needs 10,000 workers for construction industry
Many Georgia industries have more jobs than they can fill, and the need is highlighted at the annual Construction Ready Career Expo.
Head of prosecutors’ council accused of delaying case against Lt. Gov. Jones
A Fayetteville attorney is suing a state official who he says is holding up the prosecution of Lt. Gov. Burt Jones. The attorney wants Jones held accountable for his role as a so-called fake elector for Donald Trump in 2020, before the statute of limitations runs out. But Prosecuting Attorneys' Council Executive Director Pete Skandalakis hasn't picked a special prosecutor.
Skandalakis sued for inaction in Burt Jones case
Pete Skandalakis, the executive director of Georgia's Prosecuting Attorneys Council, is answering accusations of not doing his job when it comes to charging Lt. Gov. Burt Jones for acting as a Trump elector in 2020.
Skandalakis sued for inaction against Lt. Gov. Burt Jones
Pete Skandalakis, the executive director of Georgia's Prosecuting Attorneys Council, is answering accustations of not doing his job when it comes to charging Lt. Gov. Burt Jones for acting as a Trump elector in 2020.
Could federal judge end computer voting in Georgia?
Georgians are already voting early in next month's presidential primary, using the same Dominion touchscreen system in place since 2020.
I-Team: Will paper ballots make a comeback?
By Randy Travis Published February 26, 2024 ATLANTA - Georgians are already voting early in next month's presidential primary, using the same Dominion touchscreen system in place since 2020. But a federal judge is expected to soon issue an order that could either lead to big changes in how Georgians vote or side with state election officials who argue the current system is safe and secure. FULL STORY: https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/will-federal-judge-ruling-lead-to-paper-ballots-in-ga
Backlash growing against school zone speed cameras in Georgia
Ongoing complaints about ticket-happy school zone speed cameras have the attention of lawmakers and attorneys. Camera companies face class action lawsuits, while one lawmaker has proposed tossing out the 2018 law that allowed the cameras.
School zone speed cameras backlash
Ongoing complaints about ticket-happy school zone speed cameras have the attention of both state lawmakers and plaintiffs' attorneys. Some want to reform the system, while others want to topple it.