Sophia Choi

Atlanta

Anchor and Reporter at WSB-TV (Atlanta, GA)

Anchor/Reporter, animal lover, foodie. https://t.co/YjRHyXphKt https://t.co/T71ZiIjmIU Email news tips: [email protected]

Articles

Millions spent on Fulton County Diversion Center, but it’s barely used

1 month ago | wsbtv.com | Sophia Choi

ATLANTA — The Fulton County Center for Diversion & Services was built with the goal of bringing people who only committed a minor offense there to get help, instead of hauling them to jail. But after costing taxpayers $5 million, Fulton County Commission Chair Robb Pitts feels the center isn’t getting enough use. “It’s a beautiful facility,” Pitts told Channel 2’s Sophia Choi. Pitts voted to use taxpayer money for the diversion center, which opened in January.
EPA announces rollback on forever chemical limits. What that means for your drinking water

1 month ago | wsbtv.com | Sophia Choi

ATLANTA — In a major announcement on Wednesday, the government said that the EPA is rolling back limits on forever chemicals, or PFAS. The announcement overturns a landmark move by the Biden administration that required companies, for the first time, to limit six forever chemicals from leaching into our water. The data reporting from companies was supposed to start in 2027, but now, that has been delayed.
EPA announces rollback on forever chemical limits. What that means for your drinking water

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Sophia Choi

In a major announcement on Wednesday, the government said that the EPA is rolling back limits on forever chemicals, or PFAS. The announcement overturns a landmark move by the Biden administration that required companies, for the first time, to limit six forever chemicals from leaching into our water. The data reporting from companies was supposed to start in 2027, but now, that has been delayed. Like a lot of metro Atlantans, Natasha Dixie buys her water instead of using what comes out of her tap.
Pet owners warn opioid pain reliever makes cats act like zombies

1 month ago | wsbtv.com | Sophia Choi

Zombie cats – that is how some people describe their pets on an opioid pain medication. The FDA has received hundreds of reports of cat deaths linked to the drug. Channel 2 investigative reporter Sophia Choi took complaints of some serious side effects to the drugmaker. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]Pet owners told Choi they never knew about the risks, and in some cases were not even told their pet got the drug.
Pet owners warn opioid pain reliever makes cats act like zombies

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Sophia Choi

Pet owners warn opioid pain reliever makes cats act like zombiesZombie cats – that is how some people describe their pets on an opioid pain medication. The FDA has received hundreds of reports of cat deaths linked to the drug. Channel 2 investigative reporter Sophia Choi took complaints of some serious side effects to the drugmaker.
FDA makes moves to phase out synthetic food dyes

2 months ago | wsbtv.com | Sophia Choi

Chemical dyes are in a lot of foods - especially those targeted to kids. — Your food may soon be safer, with the FDA going after chemical dyes. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]A scientist told Channel 2 Investigative Reporter Sophia Choi that this plan is more talk than teeth. It’s a voluntary recall, meaning the government is relying on companies to phase them out with no real oversight or regulation.
Used auto sale brokers worry bill awaiting governor’s signature could hurt their businesses

2 months ago | wsbtv.com | Sophia Choi

ATLANTA — A bill waiting on the governor’s signature addresses used auto sale brokers, including the requirements for an office. Channel 2 investigative reporter Sophia Choi spoke with auto brokers who say it will put them and others in jeopardy of closing down. Used auto brokers say all they need is a desk, chair, and a filing cabinet to meet current state law. However, House Bill 551 changes that, requiring at least 250 square feet of office space.
Georgia couple leads way to ban synthetic dyes in food

Mar 11, 2025 | wsbtv.com | Sophia Choi

A Georgia couple’s testimony helped pass the first state ban on synthetic chemicals in food. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]The dyes come from crude oil and has been tied to behavioral issues in some children. Channel 2 Investigative Reporter Sophia Choi said family is on a mission to get the word out about food dyes and how they affect people, especially kids.
Georgia couple leads way to ban synthetic dyes in food

Mar 11, 2025 | yahoo.com | Sophia Choi

A Georgia couple’s testimony helped pass the first state ban on synthetic chemicals in food. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]The dyes come from crude oil and has been tied to behavioral issues in some children. Channel 2 Investigative Reporter Sophia Choi said family is on a mission to get the word out about food dyes and how they affect people, especially kids.
‘Weed, the smoking and drugs’: Residents say Airbnbs turned condo into hotel hell

Mar 11, 2025 | wsbtv.com | Sophia Choi

Homeowners at the Landmark said they went to the city for help but got nowhere. They said the historic condominium high-rise they call home turned into a dangerous party house. Channel 2 Action News Investigates is getting action for these homeowners who said Airbnbs are why they are living in hotel hell. “Fighting, partying, yelling, screaming,” said George Weidman condo owner at Landmark Condominium in downtown Atlanta.