Credit counseling helps Stone Mountain woman climb out of massive debt
The metro Atlanta woman had thousands of dollars in debt piling up when she lost her job. Thanks to a nonprofit credit counseling service, she was able to get out of the massive burden in just a few years.
'Dining with Darius' accused of giving homeowners heaping helping of heartburn
When a Vrbo owner ordered Atlanta online food personality Darius Williams removed from her house, he posted her cell phone number and encouraged his followers to contact her. He would later boast that "you lit that phone up!" He's already "prohibited" from using Airbnb.
Dr. Christopher Edwards out as chair of Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission, new chair appointed
Kemp thanked former chairperson Dr. Christopher Edwards for his service in a news release.
Gold medal winner teaches students importance of personal finance
Most educated young people are still pretty uneducated about personal finances. Olympic gold medalist Amy Rodriguez wants to change that with an online game that teaches while kids have fun.
State Bar Disciplinary Board recommending disbarment for Rockdale Commissioner Sherri Washington
An I-Team Investigation has found a number of people have filed State Bar complaints against a local County Commissioner claiming they hired her as their lawyer but she did no work on their cases.
Turn off 'energy vampires' to save money in the summer
With the brunt of winter heating costs in the rearview mirror, we now look to summer’s energy bills and ways to save by turning off “energy vampires.”
Former investigators sue Gwinnett Medical Examiner, accusing her of ignoring federal law
Seven former investigators have sued the Gwinnett County Medical Examiner in federal court, accusing her of knowingly ignoring federal law and making them work long hours for free.
Bill to reexamine Georgia Medical Marijuana bids fails in State Senate
A last minute attempt to review the controversial awarding of medical marijuana licenses and to get the medicinal product to patients by June died in the Georgia Senate last night.
Food fight: Atlanta-based influencer posts personal info of critics
Good food is supposed to nourish the soul as well as the body.
Employee from suddenly shuttered Marietta body shop talks
A Marietta auto body shop shut down leaving customers scrambling to find their vehicles. And now a former employee speaks to the FOX 5 I-Team.
Medical debt gets a rescue from credit reporting agencies
More than half of Americans have medical debt that affects their credit worthiness. Getting sick isn’t planned over spending. It just happens. Now this chronic condition is getting some help.
Hertz customers claim the company knowingly files false car theft reports
Hertz, the car rental giant, faces mounting allegations that it filed false car theft reports against its customers resulting in arrests and jail time. Victims told the FOX 5 I-Team this is not a one-off but rather a systemic issue.
Despite malpractice lawsuits, Gainesville hospital stands behind star surgeon
A growing list of patients claim a Gainesville doctor only exacerbated their pain.
Former city of Atlanta official Mitzi Bickers found guilty in corruption case
A jury found former Atlanta city official Pastor Mitzi Bickers guilty on multiple counts in the Atlanta City Hall corruption case.
The cost of filing your 2021 tax return late
This year’s tax deadline is about a month out. But still, many people will miss the IRS filing deadline. You have to file eventually, but here are options available to you if you are going to be late.
Mitzi Bickers trial heads to closing arguments
The prosecution wrapped up and the defense rested. Now the case against Mitzi Bickers heads to closing arguments before her fate is placed in the hands of a jury.
Mitzi Bickers trial: Former Jackson mayor testifies
A former mayor in Mississippi revealed some surprising revelations in the high-profile public corruption case for Pastor Mitzi Bickers.
Federal Reserve raises interest rate to cool off inflation
For the first time since 2018, the Federal Reserve has raised its interest rate. Economists say it’s necessary to reign in inflation, but it will come with a short-term cost to your wallet.
Mitzi Bickers trial: Prosecutors' star witness ER Mitchell says he was an FBI informant
The high-profile public corruption case for Pastor Mitzi Bickers continued on Thursday with federal prosecution's star witness and a shocking revelation from the stand.
Marietta auto shop shuts down, leaving customers hunting for vehicles
Customers say they dropped off their cars at a longtime Marietta body shop for repairs. Weeks later, the business had disappeared without notice along with their vehicles.