Hall County solicitor accused of ignoring campaign finance laws
Hall County Solicitor General Stephanie Woodard is already under GBI investigation and now finds herself accused of failing to disclose key financial disclosures starting in 2018.
How to archive your Twitter history
Twitter has been on quite a ride recently. The social media platform has as new owner, Elon Musk. He fired people, and now many have walked out.
How to prepare for lay offs even if they're not likely
Just as inflation is beginning to cool and gas prices are coming down, now we are hearing about lay-offs. Feels like we can’t catch a break. But is it a hiccup or a new trend?
Gwinnett County couple felt trapped in apartment with rats
When the FOX 5 I-Team visited the apartment, it was very clean and very tidy apartment, but we could hear rodent activity in the walls - the scratching and moving around. And we could see the damage they had caused in their home.
Understanding the risks of loaning money to family and friends
Loaning money to friends and family might seem like a nice thing to do at the time, but it can be fraught with problems.
Baby Kelsey at 29: 'I'm so much stronger than this story'
Baby Kelsey was only a child when someone murdered her parents in Athens in 1994. She would become the subject of a dramatic custody battle involving the prime suspect in those murders. The case is still unsolved.
Judge rules Illinois reverend doesn't have to testify before Grand Jury investigating Donald Trump
An Illinois Judge says a Lutheran minister doesn’t have to testify before the Fulton County special grand jury investigating allegations of election interference by former President Donald Trump and others.
Weekend job fair to offer headshots, resumes, child care
It’s a one-stop shopping opportunity where jobseekers can get headshots, resume courses, and more.
FOX 5 I-Team: Convicted Clayton County Sheriff Victor Hill files to receive retirement benefits
Convicted Clayton County Sheriff Victor Hill has notified the Sheriffs' Retirement Fund of Georgia he wants to begin receiving his retirement benefits, FOX 5 News has learned.
I-Team investigation into deplorable living conditions trigger county sweep
For three months, the FOX 5 I-Team has documented the living conditions a the Decatur apartment complex. What they saw there was simply shocking.
GBI starts probe of politically-connected Hall County prosecutor
The GBI began this week looking into questionable spending practices of Hall County Solicitor General Stephanie Woodard after the FOX 5 I-Team revealed thousands of dollars earmarked for crime victims actually went for the solicitor’s personal needs.
The hidden 'tax' on pumpkin spiced treats
When the weather cools, the leaves fall, and for many people that means it’s Pumpkin Spice season. But the FOX 5 I-Team’s Dana Fowle says you are paying a high price for all of that spiced goodness.
Hall County solicitor spent public money on herself while claiming it was for victims
The FOX 5 I-Team found multiple examples of questionable spending that was either reimbursed to the Hall County solicitor general or bought using her Hall County purchase card, each supposedly to help crime victims or witnesses
Heating costs expected to spike
Winter heating costs are expected to be at a 15-year high.
Text sent to then Sen. Kelly Loeffler partly blames her for death threats
Texts sent and from then Senator Kelly Loeffler's cell phone in late 2020 and early 2021 give a vivid behind the scenes look at her battles with Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger.
Begin to budget with simple formula
When money gets tight like it is for many these days, creating a budget or even tweaking the one you have is imperative.
Student loan forgiveness applications now online
Federal student loan forgiveness has begun. The application came online October 17th after a weekend trial of the process to catch glitches.
FOX 5 I-Team Special 'Pattern of a Killer: The Trial of Wayne Williams'
In this FOX 5 I-Team special, Dale Russell revisits the Wayne Williams' trial, examining the courtroom evidence, speaking with key lawyers, investigators, forensic experts, and three of the surviving jurors who provide fascinating insight into what they saw in the courtroom and why they found Wayne Williams guilty of murder.
'Pattern of a Killer: The Trial of Wayne Williams'
The Wayne Williams trial in 1982 was a different world. There were no cameras in the courtroom. Now, we have been given access to the trial evidence that we can now show you. In this FOX 5 I-Team special, senior reporter Dale Russell revisits the case, speaking with investigators, forensic experts, and the victims' family.
Federal jury finds former head of Atlanta Watershed guilty
Former commissioner of the Department of Watershed Management, Jo Ann Macrina was found guilty of bribery and conspiratorial bribery.