Russ Spencer

Atlanta

Anchor at WAGA-TV (Atlanta, GA)

6 and 10 o'clock anchor on Fox 5. Father of 6.

Articles

Cybercrime soars nationwide: Georgia residents face $420M in losses

1 month ago | fox5atlanta.com | Russ Spencer

Cybercrime is surging nationwide and hitting Georgia residents and businesses with increasing force, according to a new report from the FBI. At a press conference Thursday at FBI headquarters in Atlanta, state and federal officials outlined alarming trends and emphasized the urgent need for public education to help combat fraud and digital theft.
Cybercrime soars nationwide: Georgia residents face $420M in losses

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Russ Spencer

The BriefCybercrime complaints in the U.S. surged to over 850,000 in 2024, with losses totaling $16.6 billion, marking a 33% increase from the previous year; Georgia ranked 11th in complaints with $420 million in potential losses. Cryptocurrency scams were among the most costly cybercrimes in Georgia, with losses spiking 66% to nearly $200 million in 2024; other major threats include phishing schemes and personal data breaches.
Tips to Attract & Retain Hotel F&B Employees

May 26, 2024 | hotelexecutive.com | Russ Spencer

The hospitality sector is eager to embrace the fourth year of operation since the industry was shuttered by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and, with it, the return of tourism. According to AAA 's Year-End Holiday Travel Forecast released in December 2023, 115.2 million travelers were projected to travel 50 miles or more from their homes over the 10-day year-end holiday travel period.
With Food Prices Continuing to Soar, Hotel Operators Must Strategize to Safeguard Profitability

Mar 7, 2024 | hotelspeak.com | Russ Spencer

Inflation may finally start to cool, but the hospitality industry is still battling the rising cost of food. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in January 2024, the food index increased 2.6% over the last year, with food prices rising 0.4% from December to January. Yet it’s not just rising food costs causing challenges to hotel operators. Data from showed that the total operating expenses per available room in the U.S. hotel industry increased by 9.4% year over year in October 2023.
Restaurants Can Score Big for the Super Bowl

Jan 14, 2024 | modernrestaurantmanagement.com | Russ Spencer

In a few weeks, bars and restaurants will be filled with hungry and thirsty football fans celebrating their favorite team. Now is the time to get your plays in order to be a winner this Super Bowl Sunday. Themed Menus for the Win: Want to show support for this year’s best teams? Provide special menu options from the cities the contenders hail from – a Philly Cheesesteak if the Eagles make it or a Cuban for Miami.
How to leverage data to optimize inventory for profitability

Dec 14, 2023 | hotelmanagement.net | Russ Spencer

The average U.S. hotel operates with a 30 percent profit margin, which is low compared to other industries, according to Hotel Tech Report. With tight margins to work with in a highly competitive market, it is important for hotel operators to streamline their practices to stay profitable and keep overhead costs low.
Tips To Optimize Hotel Management Operations

Nov 29, 2023 | hotel-online.com | Russ Spencer |Elliott Bryan

By Russ SpencerFor hotel operators, customer satisfaction is the lifeblood of business. It's important to keep guests satisfied and create a memorable experience to keep them returning. While guest occupancy remains the top source of income for hotel operations, there are ways to transition business models to add new, fruitful revenue streams. An important aspect of hospitality services to consider is the food and dining experience.
Visitors from across the country pay respects to Rosalynn Carter at the Carter Center

Nov 20, 2023 | fox5atlanta.com | Deidra Dukes |Russ Spencer

People from across the country visited The Carter Presidential Center in Atlanta on Monday. Audrey Meas and Gian Andiojo paused to sign a condolence book for the Carter family in honor of former first lady Rosalynn Carter, who died Sunday at her home in Plains, Georgia. "Actually, we have been planning to visit the library for the past week now," Meas told FOX 5's Deidra Dukes. "So yesterday, before I booked it, that's when we heard the news.
How to Adapt to Rising Labor Costs

Oct 31, 2023 | fsrmagazine.com | Russ Spencer

In the ever-evolving landscape of the restaurant industry, change is inevitable. The recent decision by the Chicago City Council to increase the minimum wage for tipped employees from $9 to $15.80 per hour is just one example of the ongoing labor-related transformations impacting our businesses. As this wage hike becomes a reality, it is essential for restaurant owners to assess the situation and adapt proactively.
WATCH: Troup County deputy rescues elderly couple from burning car

Jul 6, 2023 | fox32chicago.com | Russ Spencer