"104 MPH they don't see what's going on": Michael Jordan's ex-teammate Ron Harper calls out Kirby Smart over Georgia ...

University of Georgia wide receiver Nitareon “Nitro” Tuggle and offensive lineman Marques Easley were arrested in separate reckless driving incidents in the past week. This led former NBA player Ron Harper to call out coach Kirby Smart for the actions of …

Morning run turns into life-saving mission for Georgia National Guardsman

A Georgia National Guardsman came to the rescue after a crash in Fayette County. FAYETTE COUNTY, Ga. - A hero’s story out of Fayette County where a National Guardsman climbed into a burning car to save a victim of a crash. Jon Ring tells FOX 5 he was on …

South Georgia 11-year-old is overcoming a rare eating disorder

LEESBURG, Ga. (WALB) - Weston Brown, 11, is a brave young boy who loves to golf, hunt and fish. Unfortunately, Weston’s selective appetite was taking him away from the activities he loves. His mom, Lacey Brown, noticed her child would not eat a variety of …

South Georgia community event aims to support mothers in need

ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) — A local community organization is working to support mothers in need through a diaper drive event this weekend. Helping Mamas of Albany is hosting a Community Diaper Drop-Off Day on Saturday, March 29, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The …

Georgia Senate backs crackdown on predatory parking boots

The bill would restrict, but not outlaw, parking lot booting in Georgia. ATLANTA — Thursday afternoon, the Georgia Senate voted overwhelmingly to restrict the boots attached to cars that may overstay their welcome in parking lots. The measure came up …

Georgia sees notable drop in Walmart grocery prices compared to national average, study says

Georgia Walmart shoppers can breathe a sigh of relief with this one. ATLANTA — In a recent analysis of Walmart grocery prices across the United States, Georgia stands out for experiencing the most significant decrease relative to the national average.  The …

British Block Energy has acquired 10% in an oil project in Georgia

Georgia appellate court affirms class certification in vehicle booting case

A Georgia appellate court recently affirmed the grant of class certification in favor of a class of Georgia individuals whose vehicles were booted in locations where no ordinance had been enacted authorizing the booting of vehicles. Atlanta Impound, Inc. v …

Live Blog: Georgia and Auburn tangle on the diamond

Athens, Ga – It’s a big baseball weekend in Athens. Big crowds are expected at Foley Field for No. 3 Georgia’s series against No. 11 Auburn. Foley Field is sold out for the three-game set this weekend. The Bulldogs and Tigers will get going tonight at 6 p. …

Protecting Georgia’s Aquatic Ecosystems from invasive species

ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Protecting aquatic ecosystems is a top priority for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GDNR). A major threat to these ecosystems is invasive species. Invasive species compete with native species for limited resources, often …