Jackson wins GOP nomination in GA governor’s race
We are watching tonight as Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones lost his bid for the state’s Republican gubernatorial nomination. Jones was defeated by billionaire businessman Rick Jackson in the GOP runoff election for governor. Both candidates are working to succeed current term-limited Gov. Brian Kemp. Jackson is now set to face former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, who served in the Biden administration, in this November's general election.
We are watching tonight as Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones lost his bid for the state’s Republican gubernatorial nomination. Jones was defeated by billionaire businessman Rick Jackson in the GOP runoff election for governor. Both candidates are working to succeed current term-limited Gov. Brian Kemp. Jackson is now set to face former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, who served in the Biden administration, in this November's general election.
Trump-backed Collins wins GOP Senate nomination in GA
We are now learning that Trump-backed Republican Rep. Mike Collins has won a competitive battle for the GOP Senate nomination in Georgia. Collins on Tuesday defeated former college football coach Derek Dooley in the Republican runoff election, the Associated Press reports, and will face Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November's election. "It's an honor to have that endorsement," Collins said hours after landing an endorsement from President Donald Trump.
We are now learning that Trump-backed Republican Rep. Mike Collins has won a competitive battle for the GOP Senate nomination in Georgia. Collins on Tuesday defeated former college football coach Derek Dooley in the Republican runoff election, the Associated Press reports, and will face Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November's election. "It's an honor to have that endorsement," Collins said hours after landing an endorsement from President Donald Trump.
Groom, pilot killed in Georgia helicopter crash; bride injured
A bride and groom leaving their wedding were among three people aboard a helicopter that crashed in Dawson County.
A bride and groom leaving their wedding were among three people aboard a helicopter that crashed in Dawson County.
Cars stuck in Atlanta flash flooding after heavy rain
LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Rob Dirienzo from our partners at FOX 5 Atlanta as flash flooding hit multiple motorists on the Downtown Connector in Atlanta on Wednesday afternoon, reportedly forcing state troopers to shut down the highway. The Georgia Department of Transportation monitored traffic cameras that showed vehicles attempting to drive through deep floodwaters along Interstate 75 at Baker Street.
LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Rob Dirienzo from our partners at FOX 5 Atlanta as flash flooding hit multiple motorists on the Downtown Connector in Atlanta on Wednesday afternoon, reportedly forcing state troopers to shut down the highway. The Georgia Department of Transportation monitored traffic cameras that showed vehicles attempting to drive through deep floodwaters along Interstate 75 at Baker Street.
Gov. Kemp calls special session to consider redistricting in Georgia
Gov. Brian Kemp has ordered a special legislative session for June 17, 2026, to redraw Georgia's district maps following a landmark Supreme Court ruling.
Gov. Brian Kemp has ordered a special legislative session for June 17, 2026, to redraw Georgia's district maps following a landmark Supreme Court ruling.
Hantavirus latest: American evacuated tests positive, 2 passengers relocated to Atlanta
As the group of 18 American passengers from the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship return to the U.S., one tested positive for the virus overseas and two others have been relocated to Atlanta.
As the group of 18 American passengers from the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship return to the U.S., one tested positive for the virus overseas and two others have been relocated to Atlanta.
Why a Georgia town's entire police force was fired and rehired
The Cohutta City Council voted Friday to immediately reinstate the town's police department and give all the officers their jobs back.
The Cohutta City Council voted Friday to immediately reinstate the town's police department and give all the officers their jobs back.
Wildfire in Georgia underscores climate change impact in Eastern US
As two significant brush fires have been burning in Georgia for the past week, experts say wildfires are becoming more intense and frequent on the East Coast.
As two significant brush fires have been burning in Georgia for the past week, experts say wildfires are becoming more intense and frequent on the East Coast.
Two-year fugitive found hiding in air vent, taken into custody
A fugitive on the run for nearly two years was arrested Monday in Moultrie, Georgia, after being found hiding in a floor air vent, authorities said.
A fugitive on the run for nearly two years was arrested Monday in Moultrie, Georgia, after being found hiding in a floor air vent, authorities said.
Longtime Georgia Congressman David Scott dies at 80
David Scott, a longtime Georgia congressman and former chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died at the age of 80 after nearly five decades in elected office.
David Scott, a longtime Georgia congressman and former chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died at the age of 80 after nearly five decades in elected office.
Georgia's 14th District: Republican Clay Fuller declares victory
Clay Fuller, an attorney and military officer, secured the seat previously held by Marjorie Taylor Greene before her resignation.
Clay Fuller, an attorney and military officer, secured the seat previously held by Marjorie Taylor Greene before her resignation.
Runoff to replace MTG now underway in Georgia
We are getting the latest updates from our partners at FOX 5 Atlanta as voters are heading to the polls Tuesday to decide several runoff races, including a high-profile contest to replace former U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. This comes after Rep. Greene’s resignation in January set up a closely watched special election. Democrat Sean Harris and Republican Clay Fuller are facing off in the runoff. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with FOX 5 Atlanta’s Deidra Dukes after Fuller, who is considered the frontrunner in the race, received backing from President Donald Trump.
We are getting the latest updates from our partners at FOX 5 Atlanta as voters are heading to the polls Tuesday to decide several runoff races, including a high-profile contest to replace former U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. This comes after Rep. Greene’s resignation in January set up a closely watched special election. Democrat Sean Harris and Republican Clay Fuller are facing off in the runoff. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with FOX 5 Atlanta’s Deidra Dukes after Fuller, who is considered the frontrunner in the race, received backing from President Donald Trump.
Artemis II visibility map: These Florida, Georgia cities will see rocket launch to moon
Will you be able to see Artemis II fly through the night sky into space?
Will you be able to see Artemis II fly through the night sky into space?
Passengers react as long TSA airport lines continue
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking to FOX News Multimedia Reporter Asher Redd who is getting reactions from travelers as they try to make their way across the country. This comes amid the ongoing partial government shutdown that has impacted operations by the TSA. Reports indicate that agents have gone without pay since the beginning of the shutdown. LiveNOW is also speaking with FOX News Multimedia Reporter Sarah Alegre as TSA officers are set to miss another full paycheck on March 27.
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking to FOX News Multimedia Reporter Asher Redd who is getting reactions from travelers as they try to make their way across the country. This comes amid the ongoing partial government shutdown that has impacted operations by the TSA. Reports indicate that agents have gone without pay since the beginning of the shutdown. LiveNOW is also speaking with FOX News Multimedia Reporter Sarah Alegre as TSA officers are set to miss another full paycheck on March 27.
ICE agents at Atlanta airport in supporting role
ICE agents arrived at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Monday to assist with security line management as TSA staffing shortages cause three-hour wait times.
ICE agents arrived at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Monday to assist with security line management as TSA staffing shortages cause three-hour wait times.
Georgia woman accused of murder after allegedly using pills to end pregnancy
A 31-year-old Georgia woman is facing a murder charge after police say she took pills to induce an illegal abortion, resulting in the death of her newborn in December 2025.
A 31-year-old Georgia woman is facing a murder charge after police say she took pills to induce an illegal abortion, resulting in the death of her newborn in December 2025.
MTG replacement race heads to runoff in Georgia
The race to determine who will succeed former U.S. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene is reportedly headed for a runoff. According to our partners at FOX 5 in Atlanta, no one reached the threshold to outright take Georgia’s 14th Congressional District. Republican Clay Fuller and Democrat Shawn Harris are now poised to go head-to-head in a runoff on April 7. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is learning more about the upcoming runoff election in April with Christopher King from FOX 5 Atlanta.
The race to determine who will succeed former U.S. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene is reportedly headed for a runoff. According to our partners at FOX 5 in Atlanta, no one reached the threshold to outright take Georgia’s 14th Congressional District. Republican Clay Fuller and Democrat Shawn Harris are now poised to go head-to-head in a runoff on April 7. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is learning more about the upcoming runoff election in April with Christopher King from FOX 5 Atlanta.
Georgia election results: Harris leads Fuller as MTG replacement race heads to runoff
Democrat Shawn Harris and Republican Clay Fuller will face off in the April 7 runoff.
Democrat Shawn Harris and Republican Clay Fuller will face off in the April 7 runoff.
Hall County teacher dies during prank; Teens charged
A Hall County teacher has died and five teens are in custody after a "rolling" prank ended in a fatal accident on North Gate Drive.
A Hall County teacher has died and five teens are in custody after a "rolling" prank ended in a fatal accident on North Gate Drive.
How to avoid packing 12% ABV drinks in your child’s lunch: 'That is NOT Apple Juice'
The South Fulton Police Department issued a blunt, if humorous, reminder to parents this week: double-check your child’s lunchbox.
The South Fulton Police Department issued a blunt, if humorous, reminder to parents this week: double-check your child’s lunchbox.