Brooke Zauner

Atlanta

Reporter at WAGA-TV (Atlanta, GA)

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Articles

Metro Atlanta childhood cancer survivor gives back to other patients

1 month ago | fox5atlanta.com | Brooke Zauner

A day that once held bad memories for a local high schooler now represents one of generosity and hope. Back in 2015, Mary Tipton Carter was diagnosed with cancer at 8 years old. Now, 10 years later, that experience has inspired her to give back to other young patients at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. The backstory: It's often said it takes a village when it comes to raising kids, but the same can be said for supporting kids facing childhood cancer.
School list released for Georgia Promise Scholarship program

Feb 18, 2025 | fox5atlanta.com | Brooke Zauner

Hundreds of thousands of Georgia parents can soon apply for a $6,500 scholarship to pay for private school tuition or home school expenses under the Georgia Promise Scholarship. State officials released a full list of eligible schools The program was established into law by the Georgia General Assembly last year. More than 400 schools statewide are now eligible for the scholarship.
Emergency repairs underway on Claremont Road in Brookhaven

Jan 29, 2025 | fox5atlanta.com | Brooke Zauner

Crews have closed several lanes of Claremont Road near Dresden Drive in Brookhaven as they work on the same area affected by a water main break earlier this month. The closures have been in place since the morning and are expected to impact traffic throughout the day. DeKalb County Watershed Management has not provided specific details about the ongoing repairs. However, unlike the earlier water main break, there are currently no reports of water service interruptions or boil water advisories.
Jose Ibarra found guilty for murder of Laken Riley, sentenced to life without parole

Nov 20, 2024 | fox5atlanta.com | Brooke Zauner |Joyce Lupiani

Jose Ibarra, 26, was found guilty Wednesday on all counts in the murder of 22-year-old nursing student Laken Riley. The verdict was delivered late in the morning by Judge H. Patrick Haggard after a high-profile trial that spanned several days of testimony and closing arguments. The trial, held as a bench trial, concluded with the prosecution presenting a case centered on physical, digital, and testimonial evidence.
Jose Ibarra Murder Trial Day 4: Unknown if brother will testify

Nov 20, 2024 | fox5atlanta.com | Brooke Zauner

The defense in the high-profile murder trial of 26-year-old Jose Ibarra is set to continue presenting witnesses today. This follows the state’s conclusion of its case late Tuesday, after several days of emotional testimony. The case centers around the murder of 22-year-old nursing student Laken Riley, whose body was found on Feb. 22 on a wooded running trail near the University of Georgia's campus.
1 dead in off-campus shooting near University of West Georgia

Nov 11, 2024 | fox5atlanta.com | Brooke Zauner

Authorities are conducting an active manhunt for a gunman involved in a fatal shooting late last night at an off-campus apartment complex near the University of West Georgia. The shooting occurred in the parking lot of The Reserve Carrollton Apartments on Lovvorn Road. Police were alerted to the incident around 10 p.m. Sunday. Upon arrival, they found a man suffering from a gunshot wound in the apartment complex parking lot. Witnesses reported seeing a white car leaving the scene.
1 dead in off-campus shooting near University of West Georgia

Nov 11, 2024 | yahoo.com | Brooke Zauner

CARROLLTON, Ga. - Authorities have arrested the suspected gunman involved in a fatal shooting late last night at an off-campus apartment complex near the University of West Georgia. The shooting occurred in the parking lot of The Reserve Carrollton Apartments on Lovvorn Road. Police were alerted to the incident around 10:20 p.m. Sunday. Upon arrival, they found a man suffering from a gunshot wound in the apartment complex parking lot. Witnesses reported seeing a white car leaving the scene.
Investigation underway at Avon Avenue, Lee Street; road closed

Oct 15, 2024 | fox5atlanta.com | Brooke Zauner

A developing investigation is underway at the intersection of Avon Avenue and Lee Street, with heavy police presence on the scene. Within the past 10 minutes, the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s office arrived, suggesting the incident may involve a fatality. Atlanta police officers responded to the scene shortly after 6 a.m., and investigators have focused their efforts on the central portion of the area, where crime scene investigators (CSI) are using flashlights to search for evidence.
Fatal crash closes all lanes near South Cobb Drive, South Cobb Industrial

Oct 15, 2024 | fox5atlanta.com | Brooke Zauner

A fatal crash closed all lanes on South Cobb Drive near South Cobb Industrial Boulevard early Tuesday morning, causing significant disruptions for commuters in the area. Authorities have not yet released detailed information about the crash. Several vehicles involved in the crash were heavily damaged and remained on the side of the four-lane road at 5 a.m. Police from the Smyrna Police Department, along firefighters, responded to the crash.
Injured man collapses after shooting at DeKalb County gas station, police say

Sep 18, 2024 | aol.com | Brooke Zauner

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - A man is recovering in the hospital after police say he was found shot on the sidewalk near a DeKalb County gas station. Now investigators are trying to figure out what led up to the shooting and who pulled the trigger. Officials say they responded to the 3500 block of Memorial Drive near Avondale Estates at around 12:30 a.m. after reports of a shooting. FOX 5 cameras saw two crime scenes - one at a Chevron gas station and the other across the street from the business.

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