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Two-alarm fire scorches downtown Atlanta transmission shop

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Atlanta fire crews battled a huge, two-alarm blaze at an automotive business downtown on Wednesday morning. Authorities say the fire sparked at United Transmission Service, which is located at 350 Marietta Street NW.
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Fox attacks two kindergartners on playground

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FOX 5 has learned that two Newton County elementary school students are being treated for injuries after they were bitten by a fox while they were playing on a playground. Both victims are 6-year-old boys who are in kindergarten at Rocky Plains Elementary School, where the attack happened.
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Authorities investigate bomb threat on Cobb Parkway

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Shoplifting suspect leads Conyers police on chase

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Authorities in Conyers say a shoplifting suspect led police on a chase on Wednesday afternoon.
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Day two of testimony in Parson trial

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Testimony continued Wednesday in a Fulton County courtroom in the case of a Sandy Springs man accused of gunning down his wife. Prosecutors say Michael Parson shot his wife, Adina, eight times in April 2012 outside their apartment.
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Missing 1-year-old girl found safe, Amber Alert canceled

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Authorities have canceled an Amber Alert for a 1-year-old girl after she was found safe. They say 1-year-old Annya Buchannon was in the back of a car that was stolen just after midnight from the Playskool Daycare on Conley Road in Forest Park. More>>

Ga. Rep. Brooks pleads not guilty to fraud charges

State Representative Tyrone Brooks appeared in federal court on Wednesday morning to answer to fraud charges.
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Train hits stalled MARTA bus in Decatur

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Five people made a quick escape from a MARTA bus just before it was hit by a train Wednesday morning. Fire crews say the bus stalled on the railroad tracks in downtown Decatur, and those onboard had just seconds to get out before an oncoming train hit it. More>>

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Fox attacks two kindergartners on playground
Fox attacks two kindergartners on playground
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:16 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:16:44 GMT
FOX 5 has learned that two Newton County elementary school students are being treated for injuries after they were bitten by a fox while they were playing on a playground.
FOX 5 has learned that two Newton County elementary school students are being treated for injuries after they were bitten by a fox while they were playing on a playground. Both victims are 6-year-old boys who are in kindergarten at Rocky Plains Elementary School, where the attack happened.
Authorities investigate bomb threat on Cobb Parkway
Authorities investigate bomb threat on Cobb Parkway
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:03 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:03:10 GMT
Atlanta police are investigating a bomb threat outside of a store on Cobb Parkway.
Atlanta police are investigating a bomb threat outside of a store on Cobb Parkway.
Groups pledge $10.5M to Atlanta freeway project
Groups pledge $10.5M to Atlanta freeway project
A group of metro Atlanta business community leaders are pledging $10.5 million to improve one of the state's busiest and most congested freeway interchanges.
A group of metro Atlanta business community leaders are pledging $10.5 million to improve one of the state's busiest and most congested freeway interchanges.
Bank teller accused of stealing $10K from elderly customer
Bank teller accused of stealing $10K from elderly customer
Police say Wells Fargo personal banker is accused of stealing about $10,600 from an elderly customer's account.
Police say Wells Fargo personal banker is accused of stealing about $10,600 from an elderly customer's account.
Shoplifting suspect leads Conyers police on chase
Shoplifting suspect leads Conyers police on chase
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:20 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:20:23 GMT
Authorities in Conyers say a shoplifting suspect led police on a chase on Wednesday afternoon.
Authorities in Conyers say a shoplifting suspect led police on a chase on Wednesday afternoon.

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PHOTOS: Oklahoma tornado damage
PHOTOS: Oklahoma tornado damage
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 5:29 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:29:41 GMT
Aerial footage showed fires, flattened buildings after a tornado ripped through an area near Oklahoma City on Monday.
Aerial footage showed fires, flattened buildings after a tornado ripped through an area near Oklahoma City on Monday.
Heavy rains cause flooding, road closures
Heavy rains cause flooding, road closures
Heavy rains flooded out roads and caused trees to fall around metro Atlanta on Sunday. Some highways remain impassable.
Heavy rains flooded out roads and caused trees to fall around metro Atlanta on Sunday. Some highways remain impassable.
PHOTOS: President Obama in Atlanta for Morehouse commencement
PHOTOS: President Obama in Atlanta for Morehouse commencement
Updated: Sunday, May 19 2013 1:53 PM EDT2013-05-19 17:53:40 GMT
President Barack Obama addressed graduates at Morehouse College's commencement ceremony in Atlanta on Sunday.
President Barack Obama addressed graduates at Morehouse College's commencement ceremony in Atlanta on Sunday, marking the first time a sitting president has made a commencement address in Georgia since 1938. See photos from his visit to Atlanta here!
Photo gallery: Tornadoes strike Wednesday night
Photo gallery: Tornadoes strike Wednesday night
Updated: Thursday, May 16 2013 12:51 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:51:07 GMT
Photos from the deadly tornadoes that killed at least six people across North Texas.
Photos from the deadly tornadoes that killed at least six people across North Texas.
PHOTOS: 'American Idol' finals
PHOTOS: 'American Idol' finals
Updated: Thursday, May 16 2013 5:19 AM EDT2013-05-16 09:19:07 GMT
The final ladies standing hit the stage to sing for the "American Idol" crown on Wednesday.
The final ladies standing hit the stage to sing for the "American Idol" crown on Wednesday.

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Affordable braces? Tips to help you save
Affordable braces? Tips to help you save
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:56 AM EDT2013-05-22 13:56:24 GMT
Americans are known for their pearly whites, but we pay for it—and it isn't cheap.
Americans are known for their pearly whites, but we pay for it—and it isn't cheap. If you have more than one child who needs braces, you have quite an expense on your hands—but FOX 5 I-Team reporter Dana Fowle found some ways to make it a little more manageable.
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More favoritism allegations in Douglas Co. D.A. office examined
More favoritism allegations in Douglas Co. D.A. office examined
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 11:12 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:12:38 GMT
The Douglas County district attorney used seized drug money to take support staff to a north Georgia training conference designed for prosecuting attorneys.
The Douglas County district attorney used seized drug money to take support staff to a north Georgia training conference designed for prosecuting attorneys. The FOX 5 I-Team followed along and found the four women didn't even register to attend the conference.
Study says fewer bank accounts is better for saving
Study says fewer bank accounts is better for saving
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 8:26 AM EDT2013-05-20 12:26:58 GMT
How many bank accounts do you have? Most of us have a few. But it might be time to start paring down.
How many bank accounts do you have? Most of us have a few. But it might be time to start paring down.
Study: Women have a hard time saving for retirement
Study: Women have a hard time saving for retirement
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 6:38 AM EDT2013-05-20 10:38:06 GMT
A government report shows that even though there are more women than ever in the work force, women still have a hard time saving for retirement.
A government report shows that even though there are more women than ever in the work force, women still have a hard time saving for retirement.
David vs. Goliath: Tom Sullivan's best eBay advice
David vs. Goliath: Tom Sullivan's best eBay advice
Updated: Friday, May 17 2013 6:31 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:31:42 GMT
For decades, Atlantans have woken up to Tom Sullivan on their radios. But you might not know that he's also somewhat of an expert eBay seller, and he's got quite a story to tell.
For decades, Atlantans have woken up to Tom Sullivan on their radios. But you might not know that he's also somewhat of an expert eBay seller, and he's got quite a story to tell.

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Is your car ready for summer travel?
Is your car ready for summer travel?
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:29 AM EDT2013-05-22 13:29:22 GMT
Summer is almost here, and that means lots of people will be hitting the roads on vacation. But before you go, don't forget to give your car a little TLC to get it ready for the highway.
Summer is almost here, and that means lots of people will be hitting the roads on vacation. But before you go, don't forget to give your car a little TLC to get it ready for the highway.
Food allergies: What parents need to know
Food allergies: What parents need to know
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:51 AM EDT2013-05-22 12:51:47 GMT
Chances are your child or someone in your child's class has at least one food allergy.
Chances are your child or someone in your child's class has at least one food allergy. A study by the CDC released last week shows that one in every 20 kids is dealing with food allergies. It's a challenge, but doctors say it's important that kids get diagnosed and treated.
Paul pranks Gurvir and Karen
Paul pranks Gurvir and Karen
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:37 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:37:15 GMT
You've seen us handing out Good Day Gas Money for weeks now, and Gurvir and Karen have met plenty of those lucky winners in person.
You've seen us handing out Good Day Gas Money for weeks now, and Gurvir and Karen have met plenty of those lucky winners in person. But Paul turned up the heat when he enlisted the help of two actresses from the new movie Operation Heat to play a little prank on his unsuspecting coworkers.
'Second Helpings' from metro area gems
'Second Helpings' from metro area gems
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:30 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:30:53 GMT
Does your summer road trip include mouth-watering stops at mom-and-pop eateries? Ours does, and it'll be even better with the help of a new Southern Living book!
Off the Eaten Path: Second Helpings is dedicated to finding the best meals in the south-- and it features some great restaurants right here in north Georgia. Good Day's Paul Milliken checked out two of those gems-- The Hil in Serenbe, and Weaver D's in Athens! As usual, he didn't leave hungry.
Local chef featured on season 4 of 'Masterchef'
Local chef featured on season 4 of 'Masterchef'
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:17 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:17:14 GMT
The new season of Masterchef features a local contestant from the metro area! Jessie Lysiak is from Social Circle, and she's about to make her big debut on the hit FOX show.
The new season of Masterchef features a local contestant from the metro area! Jessie Lysiak is from Social Circle, and she's about to make her big debut on the hit FOX show. But first, she stopped by Good Day to cook us up one of her favorite recipes.

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Bears LB Urlacher announces his retirement
Bears LB Urlacher announces his retirement
Star linebacker Brian Urlacher says he's retiring after spending 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears.
Brian Urlacher wasn't sure how dominant he could be any longer, so he's calling it a career after 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears.
Georgia Tech tops Florida State 4-3 in ACC tourney
Georgia Tech tops Florida State 4-3 in ACC tourney
A.J. Murray and Mott Hyde hit back-to-back homers in the top of the ninth inning to help reigning champion Georgia Tech beat Florida State 4-3 on Wednesday in pool play at the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament.
A.J. Murray and Mott Hyde hit back-to-back homers in the top of the ninth inning to help reigning champion Georgia Tech beat Florida State 4-3 on Wednesday in pool play at the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament.
Gattis grand slam leads Braves past Twins 8-3
Gattis grand slam leads Braves past Twins 8-3
Evan Gattis kept up an amazing rookie season with his first grand slam, B.J. Upton and Ramiro Pena also homered, and the Atlanta Braves finished off a sweep of the woeful Minnesota Twins 8-3 Wednesday.
Evan Gattis kept up an amazing rookie season with his first grand slam, B.J. Upton and Ramiro Pena also homered, and the Atlanta Braves finished off a sweep of the woeful Minnesota Twins 8-3 Wednesday.
Woods: Garcia comment hurtful, time to move on
Woods: Garcia comment hurtful, time to move on
Tiger Woods says the "fried chicken" comment from Sergio Garcia was hurtful and inappropriate. Two weeks after they verbally sparred at The Players Championship, Woods say it's time to move on.
Sergio Garcia apologized to Tiger Woods for saying he would have "fried chicken" at dinner with his rival, a comment that Woods described as hurtful and inappropriate.
Gattis, Freeman give Braves win over Twins
Gattis, Freeman give Braves win over Twins
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:59 AM EDT2013-05-22 12:59:07 GMT
Evan Gattis just keeps coming through for the Atlanta Braves.
Evan Gattis just keeps coming through for the Atlanta Braves. The rookie hit a two-out, pinch-hit homer in the ninth to send the game to extra innings and Freddie Freeman won it in the 10th, sending the Braves to their fifth straight win.

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FBI agent shoots, kills Orlando man questioned in Boston bombing probe
FBI agent shoots, kills Orlando man questioned in Boston bombing probe
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:31 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:31:40 GMT
An FBI agent in Orlando shot dead a man questioned in the Boston bombing investigation whom the agency says turned violent during an interview late Tuesday.
An FBI agent in Orlando shot dead a man questioned in the Boston bombing investigation whom the agency says turned violent during an interview late Tuesday.
Weiner launches comeback bid to become NYC mayor
Weiner launches comeback bid to become NYC mayor
Anthony Weiner's run for a renaissance is officially on.
In running for mayor, Anthony Weiner is seeking to get past the tawdry-tweeter punch line that has dogged him since his congressional career imploded two years ago. And while he's facing an uphill sprint, his campaign...
Oklahoma tornado damage could top $2 billion
Oklahoma tornado damage could top $2 billion
With her son holding her elbow, Colleen Arvin walked up her driveway to what was left of her house for 40 years.
The tornado that tore through an Oklahoma City suburb destroyed or damaged as many as 13,000 homes and may have caused $2 billion in overall damage, officials said Wednesday.
AAA: 31.2M drivers to take Memorial Day road trip
AAA: 31.2M drivers to take Memorial Day road trip
By SCOTT MAYEROWITZ AP Business Writer It's going to be another busy Memorial Day weekend on the nation's highways.
By SCOTT MAYEROWITZ AP Business Writer It's going to be another busy Memorial Day weekend on the nation's highways.
FEMA Chief: Feds won't go 'when the cameras leave'
FEMA Chief: Feds won't go 'when the cameras leave'
The head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency says U.S. officials are "going neighborhood to neighborhood" to make sure Oklahoma gets the help it needs.
The head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency says U.S. officials are "going neighborhood to neighborhood" to make sure Oklahoma gets the help it needs.

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Local chef featured on season 4 of 'Masterchef'
Local chef featured on season 4 of 'Masterchef'
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:17 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:17:14 GMT
The new season of Masterchef features a local contestant from the metro area! Jessie Lysiak is from Social Circle, and she's about to make her big debut on the hit FOX show.
The new season of Masterchef features a local contestant from the metro area! Jessie Lysiak is from Social Circle, and she's about to make her big debut on the hit FOX show. But first, she stopped by Good Day to cook us up one of her favorite recipes.
Oklahoma tornado: How to help the victims
Oklahoma tornado: How to help the victims
Updated: Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:07 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:07:37 GMT
We've all been touched by the devastation left behind by the Oklahoma tornado, and lots of FOX 5 viewers want to know how they can help.
We've all been touched by the devastation left behind by the Oklahoma tornado, and lots of FOX 5 viewers want to know how they can help. As it turns out, it can be as simple as sending a text message.
Find the right swimsuit for your body type
Find the right swimsuit for your body type
Updated: Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:37 AM EDT2013-05-21 14:37:54 GMT
It's summer swimsuit time-- but is your suit right for your body?
It's summer swimsuit time-- but is your suit right for your body? Whether you're curvy, boxy, or round in the middle, Intimacy Bra fit specialist Eve Turner has some ideas that will help you find that perfect suit.
Job-seeking tips for recent college grads
Job-seeking tips for recent college grads
Updated: Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:45 AM EDT2013-05-21 13:45:59 GMT
It's college graduation time, but before many graduates celebrate, they've got to focus on what comes next.
It's college graduation time, but before many graduates celebrate, they've got to focus on what comes next. With a tight job market, many new grads are getting a dose of reality when it comes to trying to land their first job.
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Job search tips for new grads
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For job search tips for new graduates, click here!
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Blog shares Atlanta girl's fight against cystic fibrosis
Blog shares Atlanta girl's fight against cystic fibrosis
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 6:03 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:03:26 GMT
Sutton Burnett's blog began as a way to share her story with friends and family. It's grown into something much deeper.
Drop in on your friend's Facebook pages and blogs and you'll probably see a lot of photos of their kids. Sutton Burnett's blog began as a way to share her story with friends and family. It's grown into something much deeper.
Take me out to the Braves Museum
Take me out to the Braves Museum
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 9:32 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:32:48 GMT
Sure, you know that Turner Field is THE place to watch the Braves in action, but did you know you can also take a walk through baseball history while you're there?
Sure, you know that Turner Field is THE place to watch the Braves in action, but did you know you can also take a walk through baseball history while you're there? Good Day's Paul Milliken-- a self-proclaimed Braves baseball addict-- takes you behind the scenes at the Braves Museum.
Obama addresses Morehouse College graduates
Obama addresses Morehouse College graduates
Updated: Sunday, May 19 2013 2:00 PM EDT2013-05-19 18:00:39 GMT
President Barack Obama addressed a crowd of soggy graduates and guests at Morehouse College's spring commencement ceremony on Sunday.
President Barack Obama addressed a crowd of soggy graduates and guests at Morehouse College's spring commencement ceremony on Sunday, telling graduates to take the power of their example-- as black men graduating from college-- and use it to improve people's lives.
David vs. Goliath: Tom Sullivan's best eBay advice
David vs. Goliath: Tom Sullivan's best eBay advice
Updated: Friday, May 17 2013 6:31 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:31:42 GMT
For decades, Atlantans have woken up to Tom Sullivan on their radios. But you might not know that he's also somewhat of an expert eBay seller, and he's got quite a story to tell.
For decades, Atlantans have woken up to Tom Sullivan on their radios. But you might not know that he's also somewhat of an expert eBay seller, and he's got quite a story to tell.
Food Truck Friday: Masala Fresh Indian Street Food
Food Truck Friday: Masala Fresh Indian Street Food
Updated: Friday, May 17 2013 11:18 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:18:53 GMT
What's better than Friday? FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY! This week, we got a visit from Masala Fresh Indian Street Food, and just like always, Good Day's Buck Lanford was more than willing to have a taste.
What's better than Friday? FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY! This week, we got a visit from Masala Fresh Indian Street Food, and just like always, Good Day's Buck Lanford was more than willing to have a taste.

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