Deputy police chief accused of sexual assault retires from Atlanta VA
Accused of sexually assaulting a woman, the deputy chief of the Atlanta VA's troubled police department has retired while under investigation, disappointing his alleged victim. Johnnie McCullor had been suspended with pay since May. Police Chief Beverly Banks, heard in a leaked audio saying, "I don't want to hire black women," remains suspended while a national team of VA investigators probes a dysfunctional department culture.
I-Team: Top VA cop retires amid sexual assault accusation
By Johnny Edwards Published July 22, 2024 ATLANTA - A top brass for the Atlanta VA’s police force, accused of sexually assaulting a former dispatcher, has quit the department. But it’s apparently not because of any move by Veterans Affairs to hold him accountable. Former Deputy Chief of Police Johnnie McCullor retired at the end of June while still under investigation, a VA spokesman confirmed. FULL STORY: https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/deputy-police-chief-accused-sexual-assault-retires-from-atlanta-va
Massive data breach for AT&T customers
A massive data breach is affecting nearly every single AT&T customer - about 110 million accountholders The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle shares the latest on the breach and takes a look at how you can keep up with so many of these cybersecurity incidents.
How unit labels can save you money
Getting your money's worth at the grocery store is about more than just looking at the posted cost of the item. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle explains why you need to take a closer look at the information to the left of the big, bold price.
Do the credit card perks pay off?
We often choose one credit card over another based on the perks the cards give us, but are the points, miles, or cash back rewards really worth it. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle looks at what you need to know before you pick your card.
Hall County Solicitor Stephanie Woodard faces panel review after indictment
The fate of indicted Hall County Solicitor General Stephanie Woodard could be decided by a three-person panel.
How to prepare for possible layoffs
The economy may be settling down, but a lot of things are still uncertain and there has been some news of recent layoffs. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle says you should use this news to be ready for what surprises may lie ahead.
Watch out for QR code scammers
QR codes are everywhere these days - stores, emails, menus, signs. The squiggly barcodes aren’t designed for our eyes to read them. So how in the world can you tell if one is a fraud? The FOX 5 I-Team’s Dana Fowle explains what you need to know.
How asking could lower your monthly bill
There's an easy way to lower your interest rate and pay off your credit cards faster. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle says it's as simple as asking.
Arrest warrant issued in scam that targeted Georgia couple's lifesavings
A Gwinnett County couple got bilked out of $49,000, a lifetime of savings. But according to the police, it only took 19 minutes to steal it. Now Aa arrest warrant gives the retired couple hope they can get answers and money reimbursed.
Arrest warrant issued in scam targeting Georgia couple
It took decades for the Gwinnett County couple to save close to $50,000, but police told the FOX 5 I-Team it only took 19 minutes for scammers to drain their bank account. Now the couple is hoping an arrest warrant can give them the answers they need.
Ex-employee claims indicted Hall County solicitor retaliated after she spoke to the GBI
A former executive assistant to Hall County Solicitor General Stephanie Woodard claims in a lawsuit her boss retaliated after she cooperated with GBI agents, whose probe led to Woodard's 24-count felony indictment. The Whistleblower lawsuit against both Woodard and the county government says the former assistant, Michelle Daniel, went to Human Resources for help, but instead wound up getting the boot.
Hall County solicitor-general accused of retaliation
Hall County Solicitor-General Stephanie Woodard, who is already facing felony charges of spending public money on personal expenses is now facing a lawsuit. Her former executive assistant says after she talked to GBI agents, Woodard retaliated.
3 major products recalled for fire, lacerations, listeria
There seems to be a spate of product recalls lately that may be part of your summer go-to products.
Major summer product recalls
Summer brings heat and travel, so you should know about three recalled products that may be part of your summer go-to routines. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle breaks down what you need to know.
Expenses and college budgets
Many students will be heading to college this fall and it's a good idea to sit down with them before they leave to make sure everyone is on the same financial page.
Beware of Social Security scams
About $120 billion is sent out each month through Social Security. Millions are lost each year through scams.
After I-Team investigations, ATL and Riverdale to automatically refund drivers wrongly ticketed by speed cams
Drivers who automatically received speeding tickets from school zone cameras, which they didn't deserve, will get their money back automatically. The FOX 5 I-Team uncovered thousands of bogus tickets caused by cameras being out of sync with flashing school zone lights. Two cities, Atlanta and Riverdale, have begun issuing refunds, and motorists won't have to go out of their way to get their money back.
I-Team: Refunds for wrongly ticketed speed cams driver
By Johnny Edwards Published June 26, 2024 RIVERDALE, Ga. - There’s good news for some drivers who received bad tickets from automated school zone cameras. Just as the cameras slapped them with citations automatically, they’ll get their money back automatically. FULL STORY: https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/after-i-team-investigations-atl-riverdale-automatically-refund-drivers-wrongly-ticketed-speed-cams
Riverdale police confirm bogus tickets
Months after the I-Team reported on it, the Riverdale police chief confirmed that cameras in the city were issuing bogus tickets.