MLK Day Service 2025: How to watch the Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Service
As the nation recognizes Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a traditional celebration will take place locally. The 2025 MLK Day Beloved Community Commemorative Service kicks off at 9 a.m. on Monday, and you can watch it live from home.
Man arrested for fatal shooting on Cheshire Bridge Road NE on Saturday morning
Atlanta police have arrested a man in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday morning on Cheshire Bridge Road.
National Martin Luther King Jr. Day events and parades in metro Atlanta | January 2025
Here is a comprehensive list of events and activities taking place across the metro Atlanta area to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy.
MLK Beloved Community Awards shines light on injustice of man killed during homeless encampment clearing
The annual Beloved Community Awards kicked off a weekend of remembrance and service in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. But, an injustice suffered by a man killed while sleeping weighed heavily on many of the civil rights leaders who gathered for the ceremony.
College Football Playoff National Championship to draw over 70K to Atlanta for game, events
Excitement is building ahead of college football’s biggest night when the Ohio State Buckeyes take on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, and Mercedes-Benz stadium will be the star of the show.
Man killed during clearing of homeless encampment near Ebenezer Baptist Church
Activists and community members held a vigil to honor the victim and demand that the city be held accountable to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Man killed in crossfire during southwest Atlanta shootout, police say
A fatal shooting in the 3500 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SW is currently under investigation, police say.
Homeowner dies from heart attack after confronting thieves trying to steal his pickup truck
Javon Brown died from the shock of the ordeal, according to his widow.
Atlanta sisters missing since for over a month, officials say
It's been over a month since Zaniyah and Makiyah Dix went missing and investigators believe the sisters are still in the metro Atlanta area.
Victim suffers deadly heart attack during attempted car theft, police say
A southwest Atlanta family is in mourning after a tragic incident early Wednesday morning that claimed the life of a homeowner.
Rapper T.I. to film first comedy special at Atlanta's Center Stage
Rapper and entertainer T.I. is stepping into the comedy spotlight, filming his first-ever comedy special this Sunday and Monday at Center Stage in Atlanta, located at 1374 Peachtree St NW.
4 metro Atlanta musicians to perform at Trump's inauguration with Marine Band
Four musicians from the metro Atlanta area will take part in the 60th Presidential Inauguration on Jan. 20 as members of “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band.
Chick-fil-A bringing back Heart-Shaped Trays for Valentine's Day
Love is in the air at Chick-fil-A this Valentine's Day with the return of its popular Heart-Shaped Trays.
City Winery Atlanta adds $25 minimum food and drink policy for shows
Every guest seeing a show at City Winery Atlanta will now have to spend $25 on food and beverages, the venue announced this week.
Person of interest detained in deadly shooting in SW Atlanta
Authorities have a person of interest detained after a deadly shooting of a 19-year-old in southwest Atlanta on Thursday night.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | Jan. 17-20, 2025
Looking for something fun to do around metro Atlanta? Here’s your guide to upcoming events, concerts, comedy shows, art exhibits, and more.
Woman injured after gunman opens fire on NW Atlanta home
The father of a woman injured after someone fired dozens of shots into an Atlanta home tells FOX 5 he believes the shooting was gang-related and that his daughter was not the target.
Police searching for Atlanta man missing since early December
Haywood Cranford has been missing for more than a month and was last seen near an auto repair shop on Moreland Avenue.
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens announces departure from social media platform X
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens has announced his departure from X, the platform formerly known as Twitter.
Metro Atlanta family still waiting for answers in young father of two's murder
Loved ones of a man shot and killed at an apartment complex in Atlanta’s Oakland City neighborhood last October are renewing calls for justice.